Leadership and Household Development in Mitooma District in Western Uganda

Abstract

The pragmatic study measured the contribution of leadership on household development in Mitooma District in Western Uganda. The examination study exploited a survey correlational and descriptive research design with a quantitative approach model. A sample of 80 people were prudently chosen from 158 persons using a table advanced by Morgan & Kreijcie (1970). Evidence was collected by means of questionnaires to constitute an opinion poll. Data was assessed using Descriptive statistics such as bar graphs and Pearson linear correlation coefficient (PLCC) for quantitative dimensions. The study results came up with a significant association between leadership and household development in Mitooma District in Western Uganda. The research project concluded that a good leader is someone who is open to new ideas, possibilities, and perspectives. Being a good leader means understanding that there is no right way to do things. Therefore, a good leader is always ready to listen, observe, and be willing to change. They are also out-of-the-box thinkers and encourage their teams to do so. From the research task findings, the Educators recommended that one needs to balance all the five virtues of leadership (intelligence, trustworthiness, humaneness, courage and discipline) and exercise proper influence as a leader in order to realize proactive household development in local governments. Local government Leaders need to understand the concept of ‘continuous improvement, they also need to know that being adaptable will lead them to success. Nothing goes as per plan. Hence, there is need to be flexible and intuitive in order for a manager to hold his ground during complex situations. Government of Uganda should try to add more funds to Parish Development Model scheme so that the majority of households in local governments can access such funds in order for development to blossom in the country.