Abstract: This study examined the effect of financial management practices on project performance using the Rwanda Agri-Biotechnology Program for Cassava, Maize, and Potato (RABP-CMP) in Musanze District, Rwanda. Specifically, the study assessed the influence of budgeting practices, financial reporting, internal control systems, and resource allocation on program performance. Guided by the Resource-Based View, Agency Theory, and Stewardship Theory, the study adopted descriptive and explanatory research designs and applied a census approach involving 151 project stakeholders, of whom 149 completed structured questionnaires. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Pearson correlation, and multiple linear regression. The findings revealed significant positive relationships between budgeting practices (r = .641, p < .01), financial reporting (r = .689, p < .01), internal controls (r = .721, p < .01), resource allocation (r = .632, p < .01), and project performance. Regression results showed that budgeting (β = .241, p = .002), financial reporting (β = .214, p = .009), internal controls (β = .298, p < .001), and resource allocation (β = .187, p = .018) significantly predicted performance. The model explained 46.1% of the variance in program performance (R² = .461). Internal controls emerged as the strongest predictor. The study recommends strengthening participatory budgeting, enhancing financial reporting quality, reinforcing internal control systems, and improving strategic resource allocation in donor-funded agricultural programs.

Abstract: This study examines the effect of strategic planning practices on project success, with a particular emphasis on the Rwanda Green Investment Facility (RGIF) project in Gasabo District, Rwanda. The population comprised 291 stakeholders, including project managers, technical staff, government officials, private investors, and beneficiaries. Using a stratified random sampling technique, a sample of 169 respondents was selected. The study was guided by three theoretical frameworks: Goal-Setting Theory, Resource-Based View (RBV) Theory and Systems Theory. Employing a descriptive and correlational research design, data were collected through structured questionnaires, interviews, and document reviews, then analyzed via SPSS version 25. The results revealed strong positive correlations between strategic planning variables and project success (ranging from 0.665 to 0.771, p < 0.01). Regression analysis indicated that needs analysis, goal setting, resource allocation, and monitoring and evaluation significantly predict project success, with an R-squared of 81.7%. The hypotheses testing confirmed that all planning practices have a statistically significant impact (p < 0.05). Overall, findings demonstrated that effective strategic planning enhances project efficiency, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability. The study concludes that integrating comprehensive planning practices is vital for project success, recommending continuous stakeholder involvement, regular review of goals, efficient resource management, and robust M&E systems. These insights provide practical guidance for policymakers, project managers, and development partners aiming to optimize green investment initiatives in Rwanda and similar perspectives.

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to assess the effect of project scheduling on cost overruns of Nyabisindu–Nyagatovu Road Upgrading Project. Descriptive and correlational research design was employed, utilizing both quantitative and qualitative approaches to gather comprehensive data. The target population consisted of 260 professionals involved in the project, from which a sample size of 155 respondents was selected using Krejcie and Morgan sample and stratified sampling. Data collection tools included documentation, structured questionnaires and interview guides, with analysis performed using SPSS Version 29. Descriptive statistics such as means and standard deviations was calculated, while inferential analysis, including multiple regression, tested the research hypotheses. Findings showed that communication scheduling had a significant effect on cost overruns of Nyabisindu–Nyagatovu Road Upgrading Project (β = 0.257, t = 5.039, p = 0.000), resource allocation had a significant effect on cost overruns (β = 0.285, t = 5.377, p = 0.000), coordination had a significant effect on cost overruns (β = 0.136, t = 2.720, p = 0.007), and evaluation scheduling had a significant effect on cost overruns (β = 0.282, t = 4.780, p = 0.000). The study concluded that project scheduling significantly influenced cost overruns of Nyabisindu–Nyagatovu Road Upgrading Project in Gasabo District. The study recommended that the management of Nyabisindu–Nyagatovu Road Upgrading Project should strengthen communication scheduling, resource allocation, coordination, and evaluation scheduling to improve cost control and reduce unnecessary cost increases.

Abstract: This study focused on “Reimagining Student Support in the Digital Era: Stakeholders’ Perceptions of Determinants Influencing Virtual Student Service Delivery in Kenyan Universities.” A descriptive survey research design was adopted. The target population comprised 459 respondents, including 52 lecturers and 407 students, while ICT staff and university administrators were engaged through interviews. Stratified, purposive, and simple random sampling techniques were used. Data were collected using questionnaires and interview schedules. Instruments were validated through expert review, and reliability was established using Cronbach’s alpha (≥ 0.70). Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics (means and standard deviations), while qualitative data were analyzed thematically. Findings revealed that lecturers perceived institutional policies (M = 3.49, SD = 0.61), technical infrastructure (M = 3.36, SD = 0.68), resource allocation (M = 3.31, SD = 0.70), and mental health counseling services (M = 3.17, SD = 0.72) as moderately supportive of virtual student service delivery. In contrast, students reported lower ratings for institutional policies (M = 3.17, SD = 0.90), technical infrastructure (M = 3.02, SD = 0.98), resource allocation (M = 2.99, SD = 1.00), and mental health counseling services (M = 2.86, SD = 1.06), with higher variability in responses. The study concludes that despite progress in virtual student service delivery inKenyan universities, significant gaps remain in policy implementation, infrastructural reliability, resource adequacy, and mental health support. It recommends strengthening institutional policy, investing in ICT infrastructure, and resource allocation.

Gitahi Njenga – School of Business and Economics, Mount Kigali University, Kigali, Rwanda

Email: sefbamu@gmail.com

Abstract: This study investigated the influence of work breakdown structure (WBS) on the performance of the Rurambi Rice Project in Bugesera District, Eastern Province of Rwanda. Using a descriptive mixed-methods research design, the study targeted 74 project staff, all of whom were included due to the small population size, with 70 questionnaires successfully returned (response rate: 94.6%). Primary data were collected through questionnaires and semi-structured interviews, while secondary data were obtained from document analysis. Instrument reliability was confirmed using Cronbach’s Alpha (WBS: α = 0.864), exceeding the acceptable 0.70 threshold. Data were analysed using SPSS Version 23.0 through descriptive statistics,Pearson Correlation, and simple linear regression. Findings revealed that WBS positively and significantly influenced project performance, explaining 82.1% of the variance in project performance outcomes (R² = 0.821; F = 311.704; p = 0.000). The regression equation was: Yₚₚ = 0.330 + 0.777(WBS) + 0.044. The study concludes that systematic work breakdown structure implementation particularly the decomposition of complex tasks into manageable components and the accurate identification of required resources is a critical determinant of agribusiness project performance in Rwanda. The study recommends that project managers adopt detailed WBS frameworks at the planning stage to minimise delays, improve resource clarity, and enhance project outcomes. Future research should explore WBS application in road construction and hydropower projects in Rwanda.

Abstract: This study investigates the impact of resource allocation on the performance of housing construction projects in Rubirizi, Rwanda. Utilizing a descriptive research design, the study examines how effective resource planning, scheduling, tracking, and utilization contribute to project success. The research is grounded in the Resource-Based View (RBV) theory and contingency theory, emphasizing the importance of leveraging valuable, rare, and inimitable resources to gain a competitive advantage. The sample comprised 128 respondents from various construction companies and regulatory authorities in Rwanda, selected using purposive sampling. Data was collected using structured questionnaires and analyzed through descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and multiple regression models. The results show that resource planning and management have a significant positive impact on project success, with a high level of agreement among respondents that proper resource allocation contributes to meeting project goals and adhering to budgets. The findings indicate a strong correlation between resource planning and project success (r = 0.668, p < 0.01). It is recommended that construction firms invest in improving resource management practices, strengthen supply chain coordination, and adopt data-driven decision-making tools to enhance project outcomes.