An investigation of key predictors of performance of agricultural projects in Sub-Saharan Africa: A case of Uganda

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to examine the ways of improving performance of agricultural projects through stakeholder engagement and knowledge management in a Sub-Saharan context.

Design/methodology/approach

Data were collected using a self-administered questionnaire from 342 agricultural projects in Mukono and Wakiso districts in Uganda. Descriptive statistics and inferential statistics were used in the analysis.

Findings

The results reveal that stakeholder engagement and knowledge management are valuable intangible resources that significantly influence performance of agricultural projects. The findings, managerial and policy implications are fully discussed in this paper.

Originality/value

The authors empirically show that a model that synchronizes stakeholder engagement, knowledge management and performance of agricultural projects is a requirement for promoting sustainable agricultural performance outcomes. This study makes a contribution by providing information that is relevant for filling the practical gap that exists in agricultural projects of Sub-Saharan Africa as well as contributing to the theoretical development of project management discipline.

Citation

Nkuruziza, G., Kasekende, F., Otengei, S.O., Mujabi, S. and Ntayi, J.M. (2016), "An investigation of key predictors of performance of agricultural projects in Sub-Saharan Africa: A case of Uganda", International Journal of Social Economics, Vol. 43 No. 7, pp. 676-691. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJSE-09-2014-0181