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Item DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF A LOW-COST, ECO-FRIENDLY LIGHTING SOLUTION FOR DEVELOPING COMMUNITIES(Busitema University, 2026-09-04) Watulo, JacksonThis study focused on the design and construction of a low-cost, eco-friendly lighting solution for developing communities with limited access to reliable electricity. Many households in rural and low-income areas continue to depend on kerosene lamps, candles, and dry-cell batteries, which are expensive, unsafe, and harmful to both human health and the environment. The main objective of the study was to develop an affordable and sustainable lighting system using locally available materials and renewable energy principles. The system was designed using a transparent plastic water bottle filled with clean water and a small amount of bleach, combined with a solar panel, rechargeable battery, and LED lighting system. Experimental methods were used in the construction, testing, and evaluation of the system. Parameters such as battery charging performance, LED discharge performance, illumination coverage, and overall system effectiveness were investigated. The water-filled bottle improved light distribution by spreading light more uniformly within the room and reducing glare. Compared to traditional lighting sources such as kerosene lamps and candles, the system was found to be more cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and suitable for household use. The study concluded that the solar-powered water bottle lighting system is a practical and sustainable lighting solution for off-grid and low-income communities. It reduces dependence on fossil-fuel-based lighting, lowers household energy costs, and promotes the use of clean energy technologies.Item DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF A LOW-COST, ECO-FRIENDLY LIGHTING SOLUTION FOR DEVELOPING COMMUNITIES(Busitema University, 2026-09-04) WATULO JACKSONThis study focused on the design and construction of a low-cost, eco-friendly lighting solution for developing communities with limited access to reliable electricity. Many households in rural and low-income areas continue to depend on kerosene lamps, candles, and dry-cell batteries, which are expensive, unsafe, and harmful to both human health and the environment. The main objective of the study was to develop an affordable and sustainable lighting system using locally available materials and renewable energy principles. The system was designed using a transparent plastic water bottle filled with clean water and a small amount of bleach, combined with a solar panel, rechargeable battery, and LED lighting system. Experimental methods were used in the construction, testing, and evaluation of the system. Parameters such as battery charging performance, LED discharge performance, illumination coverage, and overall system effectiveness were investigated. The water-filled bottle improved light distribution by spreading light more uniformly within the room and reducing glare. Compared to traditional lighting sources such as kerosene lamps and candles, the system was found to be more cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and suitable for household use. The study concluded that the solar- powered water bottle lighting system is a practical and sustainable lighting solution for off-grid and low-income communities. It reduces dependence on fossil-fuel-based lighting, lowers household energy costs, and promotes the use of clean energy technologies. iiItem Investigating the Photochemical Composition and Antimicrobial Activity of Carica papaya Leaf Extract in Relation to Wound Healing.(Busitema, 2026) Gibedi, BrianDelayed wound healing and wound infections continue to pose major public health concerns, especially in low- and middle-income countries where antimicrobial resistance is rising. Carica papaya leaves are commonly used in traditional medicine for wound management, though scientific validation remains limited in many local settings. This study investigated the phytochemical composition and antimicrobial activity of ethanolic leaf extract of C. papaya against selected wound-associated bacterial pathogens; S. aureus and E. coli. Fresh leaves were collected from Nagongera Town Council, validated, air-dried, and powdered before extraction using 70 % ethanol by soaking for 72 hours. Qualitative phytochemical screening was performed using standard biochemical tests, while antimicrobial activity was evaluated using the agar well diffusion method at extract concentrations ranging from 30 to 100 mg/ml. Phytochemical analysis confirmed the presence of flavonoids, steroids, saponins, alkaloids, and tannins. The extract exhibited concentration-dependent antibacterial activity against both test organisms. At the highest concentration (100 mg/ml), mean zones of inhibition were 5.83 mm against S. aureus and 6.50 mm against E. coli. The positive control, ciprofloxacin, produced larger inhibition zones, while the negative control showed no activity. These findings indicate that C. papaya leaf ethanolic extract contains bioactive compounds with measurable antibacterial properties, supporting its traditional use in wound care. Further studies involving quantitative phytochemical analysis, in vivo evaluation, and safety profiling are recommended before clinical application. Keywords: Carica papaya, phytochemical screening, antimicrobial activity, wound healing, Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, traditional medicine, Uganda.Item Investigating the Photochemical Composition and Antimicrobial Activity of Carica papaya Leaf Extract in Relation to Wound Healing. Brai(2026-09-04) Brian GibediDelayed wound healing and wound infections continue to pose major public health concerns, especially in low- and middle-income countries where antimicrobial resistance is rising. Carica papaya leaves are commonly used in traditional medicine for wound management, though scientific validation remains limited in many local settings. This study investigated the phytochemical composition and antimicrobial activity of ethanolic leaf extract of C. papaya against selected wound-associated bacterial pathogens; S. aureus and E. coli. Fresh leaves were collected from Nagongera Town Council, validated, air-dried, and powdered before extraction using 70 % ethanol by soaking for 72 hours. Qualitative phytochemical screening was performed using standard biochemical tests, while antimicrobial activity was evaluated using the agar well diffusion method at extract concentrations ranging from 30 to 100 mg/ml. Phytochemical analysis confirmed the presence of flavonoids, steroids, saponins, alkaloids, and tannins. The extract exhibited concentration-dependent antibacterial activity against both test organisms. At the highest concentration (100 mg/ml), mean zones of inhibition were 5.83 mm against S. aureus and 6.50 mm against E. coli. The positive control, ciprofloxacin, produced larger inhibition zones, while the negative control showed no activity. These findings indicate that C. papaya leaf ethanolic extract contains bioactive compounds with measurable antibacterial properties, supporting its traditional use in wound care. Further studies involving quantitative phytochemical analysis, in vivo evaluation, and safety profiling are recommended before clinical application.Item FORMULATION AND EVALUATION OF A TOPICAL ANTIFUNGAL CREAM FROM TRICHODERMA EXTRACTS(KWURES HOSEA, 2026-09-04) KWURES HOSEAFungal skin infections are a major public health problem in Uganda, affecting many people and increasingly showing resistance to conventional antifungal drugs. Local communities in Nagongera traditionally use Trichoderma, a naturally occurring soil fungus, to treat skin fungal infections because of its antifungal properties. Trichoderma produces enzymes and secondary metabolites that inhibit and destroy pathogenic fungi. This study aimed to investigate the antifungal activities of Trichoderma compounds and formulate an antifungal cream for treating skin fungal infections. Laboratory experiments were conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of the extract and assess the cream’s properties including pH, spreadability, viscosity, stability, washability, texture, skin irritation, and retention time on the skin. The formulated cream showed good physicochemical properties, stability, and minimal skin irritation. The Trichoderma extract demonstrated effective antifungal activity against common skin fungal pathogens. The study concluded that Trichoderma compounds have significant potential as a natural and effective treatment for fungal skin infections and can be successfully formulated into a topical antifungal creamItem Synthesis,Characterization And Antibacterial Evaluation Of Dibenzalacetone As A Monocarbonyl Curcumin Analogue Against Escherichia Coli(Busitema University, 2026) Namuganza, HadijaCurcumin is a naturally occurring polyphenolic compound isolated from turmeric and is known for its antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer properties. However, the practical application of curcumin has been limited due to its poor bioavailability and chemical instability. This research focused on the synthesis of monocarbonyl curcumin analogues and evaluation of their antimicrobial activity against Escherichia coli. The synthesized analogue was purified by recrystallization and characterized using ultraviolet-visible spectroscopy and the absorbance was found to be 0.485 at wavelength of 330nm, melting point determination and its melting point was found to be 1190 C and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) for functional group analysis. Antimicrobial activity was determined using agar well diffusion and minimum inhibitory concentration methods. The synthesized monocarbonyl curcumin analogue exhibited a yellow-orange crystalline appearance with a relatively sharp melting point indicating purity. UV-visible spectroscopy showed characteristic absorption peaks associated with conjugated systems while FTIR analysis confirmed the presence of aromatic rings, hydroxyl groups, carbonyl groups, and alkene functionalities. Antimicrobial evaluation demonstrated inhibitory effects against Escherichia coli.The synthesized anologue exhibited zones of 2.25, 7.25 and 10.50mm at concentrations of 0.25, 0.5 and 1.0mg/L respectively. The percentage yield of the synthesized analogue was found to be 85%. The results indicated that structural modification of curcumin improves stability and enhances antimicrobial activity. The study concludes that monocarbonyl curcumin analogues are promising antimicrobial a 9, kgents and may contribute to development of novel therapeutic compounds against resistant bacterial strains.Item The design and construction of a low-cost, Eco-friendly lighting solution for developing communities(Watulo Jackson, 2026-09-04) WATULO JACKSONThis study focused on the design and construction of a low-cost, eco-friendly lighting solution for developing communities with limited access to reliable electricity. Many households in rural and low-income areas continue to depend on kerosene lamps, candles, and dry-cell batteries, which are expensive, unsafe, and harmful to both human health and the environment. The main objective of the study was to develop an affordable and sustainable lighting system using locally available materials and renewable energy principles. The system was designed using a transparent plastic water bottle filled with clean water and a small amount of bleach, combined with a solar panel, rechargeable battery, and LED lighting system. Experimental methods were used in the construction, testing, and evaluation of the system. Parameters such as battery charging performance, LED discharge performance, illumination coverage, and overall system effectiveness were investigated. The water-filled bottle improved light distribution by spreading light more uniformly within the room and reducing glare. Compared to traditional lighting sources such as kerosene lamps and candles, the system was found to be more cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and suitable for household use. The study concluded that the solar- powered water bottle lighting system is a practical and sustainable lighting solution for off-grid and low-income communities. It reduces dependence on fossil-fuel-based lighting, lowers household energy costs, and promotes the use of clean energy technologies.Item design and construction of a low-cost, eco-friendly lighting solution for developing communitis(Busitema university, 2026-09-04) Watulo JacksonThis study focused on the design and construction of a low-cost, eco-friendly lighting solution for developing communities with limited access to reliable electricity. Many households in rural and low-income areas continue to depend on kerosene lamps, candles, and dry-cell batteries, which are expensive, unsafe, and harmful to both human health and the environment. The main objective of the study was to develop an affordable and sustainable lighting system using locally available materials and renewable energy principles. The system was designed using a transparent plastic water bottle filled with clean water and a small amount of bleach, combined with a solar panel, rechargeable battery, and LED lighting system. Experimental methods were used in the construction, testing, and evaluation of the system. Parameters such as battery charging performance, LED discharge performance, illumination coverage, and overall system effectiveness were investigated. The water-filled bottle improved light distribution by spreading light more uniformly within the room and reducing glare. Compared to traditional lighting sources such as kerosene lamps and candles, the system was found to be more cost-effective, environmentally friendly, and suitable for household use. The study concluded that the solar powered water bottle lighting system is a practical and sustainable lighting solution for off-grid and low-income communities. It reduces dependence on fossil-fuel-based lighting, lowers household energy costs, and promotes the use of clean energy technologies.Item A WEB-BASED TOOL FOR REPORTING AND RECOVERING LOST ITEMS FOR BUSITEMA UNIVERSITY STUDENTS NAGONGERA(2026-09-04) Amos Fred MusitwaThis is a computerized web-based lost item reporting and recovery system project study that was carried out at Busitema University Faculty of Science Education, Nagongera Campus. The main objective of the study was to develop a web-based tool for reporting and recovering lost items to address the challenges of lost belongings on campus, improve recovery rates, and enhance the overall campus experience for students and staff. To come up with the system, data was collected through interviewing students and some administrators as well as observation, questionnaires, and focus group discussions. The data collected was analyzed and then used to design and implement the system using RAD model approach. The system was developed using the Unifying Modeling Languages with frontend and backend interfaces with a database system. The developing software tools included PHP, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, Bootstrap, Xampp together with MYSQL. The database stores records of lost items, found items, claims, users, and other related information. The system also enables the Dean of Students, Chairpersons, System Administrator, and other system users to update, edit, delete, view, and add new records and manage the escalation process for claimsItem IMPACT OF LANDSLIDES ON THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT OF NAMETSI SUB-COUNTY, BUDUDA DISTRICT, EASTERN UGANDA(2026-09-04) Wetunga GraceABSTRACT This study assessed the effects of landslides on the socio-economic environment of Nametsi Sub-County, Bududa District, Eastern Uganda. Landslides have long threatened communities on the slopes of Mount Elgon, destroying farmland, infrastructure, and livelihoods, yet limited empirical attention has been paid to their detailed socio-economic effects at the sub-county level. The study was guided by three objectives: to identify the physical and human causes of landslides in the area, to examine their socio-economic effects on households and communities, and to evaluate existing mitigation strategies. A cross-sectional descriptive research design was adopted, employing a mixed-methods approach that combined structured household questionnaires, key informant interviews, focus group discussions, and secondary data review. Data were collected from 90 respondents drawn from Nametsi, Bunakasala, and Bukalasi villages using purposive and simple random sampling techniques. The findings revealed that heavy and prolonged rainfall (92.9%), deforestation (78.6%), and steep slopes (71.4%) were the most frequently cited causes of landslides in the area. The majority of households (78.6%) reported losing at least a quarter of their farmland to landslides, while a similar proportion experienced a decline in household income, with 42.9% reporting that their income had more than halved. Infrastructure such as roads, schools, and health facilities was also damaged, disrupting access to essential services, while displacement and heightened concern for personal safety were reported across the study villages. Existing mitigation measures, including afforestation, terracing, community sensitization, and resettlement programmes, were found to be constrained by limited resources, weak enforcement, and community resistance rooted in attachment to ancestral land. The study concludes that landslides have significantly undermined agricultural productivity, household income, infrastructure, and social wellbeing in Nametsi Sub-County, and recommends strengthened community-based disaster risk reduction, sustainable land management, and more inclusive resettlement planning to build long-term resilience.Item INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA USAGE ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF STUDENTS OF BUSITEMA UNIVERSITY A CASE STUDY OF FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND EDUCATION(2026-09-03) Akechi, JoviaThis study examined the influence of social media on academic performance of students at Busitema university faculty of science and education nagongera campus. A cross-sectional research design was employed, with data collected from 150 students across the six (6) departments using a structured questionnaire. The study explore the relationship between social media usage, demographic factors(sex, age) and academic performance measured by cumulative grade point average(CGPA). Key findings revealed that 90.2% 0f students actively use social media, with WhatsApp 95%, twitter 64%, and tiktok 63% being the most popular platforms. On average students spend 1-8 hours daily on social media, primarily for communication (42.70%), academic research (45.26%) and accessing the news (12.04%). By bivariate analysis showed significant associations between academic performance and factors such as sex (p=0.043), age (p=0.015). Multivariate logistic regression indicated that female students were 2.5 times more likely to score below 2.79 CGPA compared to males, while students aged 21-24 were more likely to achieve higher CGPAs (3.60-5.00). Despite high social media engagement, the study found no significant negative impact on academic performance when platforms were used for academic purposes. However excessive use of non-academic activities correlated with lower grades. The study concludes that while social media is integral to students life, its impact on academic performance is moderated by usage patterns and demographic variables. Recommendations include; Establish Mentorship and Monitoring Systems, Conduct Periodic Sensitization CampaignsItem A WEB-BASED TOOL FOR REPORTING AND RECOVERING LOST ITEMS FOR BUSITEMA UNIVERSITY STUDENTS NAGONGERA(2026-09-03) Amos Fred MusitwaABSTRACT This is a computerized web-based lost item reporting and recovery system project study that was carried out at Busitema University Faculty of Science Education, Nagongera Campus. The main objective of the study was to develop a web-based tool for reporting and recovering lost items to address the challenges of lost belongings on campus, improve recovery rates, and enhance the overall campus experience for students and staff. To come up with the system, data was collected through interviewing students and some administrators as well as observation, questionnaires, and focus group discussions. The data collected was analyzed and then used to design and implement the system using RAD model approach. The system was developed using the Unifying Modeling Languages with frontend and backend interfaces with a database system. The developing software tools included PHP, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, Bootstrap, Xampp together with MYSQL. The database stores records of lost items, found items, claims, users, and other related information. The system also enables the Dean of Students, Chairpersons, System Administrator, and other system users to update, edit, delete, view, and add new records and manage the escalation process for claimsItem COFFEE INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (CIMS)(Busitema University, 2026-09-03) Cheptoris WinnieCoffee is an important cash crop and a major source of livelihood for smallholder farmers in Uganda. However, smallholder coffee farmers in Kapchorwa face challenges in post-harvest handling, drying, storage, and marketing. Poor harvesting practices, inadequate drying and storage conditions, limited documentation, and weak traceability can contribute to coffee quality deterioration, reduced market access, and lower returns to farmers. The study therefore aimed to design, develop, implement, and test a Coffee Information Management System (CIMS) to improve coffee post-harvest handling, storage, and marketing among smallholder farmers. The study adopted an applied research approach and used the SADAM methodology within the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC), incorporating Rapid Application Development (RAD) principles. Data were collected through interviews, observation, and document review involving smallholder farmers, coffee buyers, and selected agricultural extension officers. The collected information was analyzed to identify functional and non-functional system requirements. The system was developed as a web-based application using HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, JavaScript, PHP, and MySQL, with XAMPP used for local deployment and testing. The developed CIMS provides functionality for user registration and login, farmer management, harvest recording, drying and storage records, coffee availability, buyer transactions, and purchase history. The system also supports centralized data storage and improves the organization, retrieval, and traceability of coffee information from harvest to sale. Unit testing, integration testing, and user validation were conducted to assess the functionality and usability of the system. The study concludes that CIMS provides a practical digital approach to replacing fragmented manual record-keeping and improving the management of coffee post-harvest and marketing information. The study recommends adoption of the system by coffee organizations and smallholder farmers, together with continuous system maintenance, improvement, and development of additional modules to enhance its functionality.Item AI-POWERED COMMUNITY DIGITAL HEALTH COMPANION (CDHC) “VIRTUAL DOCTOR” CASE STUDY: BUKEDI SUB-REGION(2026-09-03) Ochiengi MiltonABSTRACT This study focused on the design and development of an AI-powered Community Digital Health Companion (CDHC), referred to as the “Virtual Doctor,” to improve access to health information and basic symptom guidance among rural communities in the Bukedi Sub-Region of Eastern Uganda. The study was motivated by challenges including delayed access to health information, shortage of healthcare personnel, long distances to health facilities, inconsistent informal health advice, language and literacy barriers, and limited availability of digital health tools adapted to local contexts. The main objective of the study was to develop an AI-powered CDHC “Virtual Doctor” that provides localized and accessible healthcare information to rural communities in the Bukedi Sub-Region. The study adopted a Design Science Research approach combined with Rapid Application Development (RAD). Data were collected using questionnaires, interviews, observation and document analysis involving community members, healthcare professionals and IT experts. The system was implemented using React for the frontend, Flask and Python for the backend, PostgreSQL for database management, and the Anthropic Claude API for conversational intelligence. The developed system provided user registration and authentication, conversational symptom consultation, AI-powered health guidance, triage classification, referral recommendations, consultation history, feedback collection, administrative content management and emergency keyword detection. Unit testing, integration testing and user acceptance testing demonstrated that the system was functional, usable, responsive and generally acceptable to users and healthcare stakeholders. The study concluded that conversational AI can provide useful supplementary support for improving access to timely health information in underserved rural communities. However, limitations included internet dependency, limited localized health datasets, variability in AI responses, resource constraints and limited geographical coverage. The study recommends multilingual support, offline or low-bandwidth functionality, integration with formal health systems, expansion of the health knowledge base, enhanced AI safety monitoring and voice-based interaction.Item THE IMPACT OF ICT ON STUDENT'S ENGAGEMENT AND MOTIVATION IN MATHEMATICS COURSES AT NAGONGERA CAMPUS, BUSITEMA UNIVERSITY(CHEKWEMBOI REBECCA, 2026-09-03) CHEKWEMBOI REBECCAThe impact of ICT on students’ engagement and motivation in mathematics courses at Nagongera Campus, Busitema University was considered. The study, guided by three objectives namely; assess to the effect of ICT instructional tools, ICT accessibility and infrastructure, and ICT competence on students’ engagement and motivation in mathematics learning. A descriptive cross-sectional research design was adopted, and data were collected from a sample of 127 respondents selected using Krejcie and Morgan’s sampling table. The collected data were analysed using SPSS 26 and the findings revealed that ICT instructional tools significantly enhance students’ engagement, with 87.4% agreeing that they make mathematics lessons more interesting and 77.1% reporting improved understanding. Accessibility and infrastructure of ICT, positively influenced learning, with 77.1% of respondents reported reliable internet access, although 34.6% indicated challenges in accessing online materials. Furthermore, ICT competence was found to improve engagement and motivation, with 59.8% of respondents agreeing that digital skills enhance their participation in mathematics learning activities. It is evident that ICT plays a crucial role in improving student engagement and motivation in mathematics courses and strengthening ICT infrastructure, enhancing continuous ICT training, and improving instructional integration of ICT tools to maximize learning outcomes in higher education institutions, improves STEM related studies.Item An Integrated Agricultural Information Management System Small-Scale Farmers in Uganda(Busitema University, 2026-09-03) Wabusa Prince WilliamItem Preconception care practices among health care providers working in public health facilities in luuka district(Kibumba Rogers, 2026-09-03) Kibumba RogersItem INVESTIGATION OF ADSORPTION AND KINETIC PROCESSES FOR THE REMOVAL OF AMPICILLIN FROM WASTEWATER USING ACTIVATED EUCALYPTUS LEAVES(BINYALIKHA ESTHER, 2026-09-03) BINYALIKHA ESTHERItem INFLUENCE OF SOCIAL MEDIA USAGE ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF STUDENTS OF BUSITEMA UNIVERSITY. A CASE STUDY OF FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND EDUCATION(2026-09-03) Akechi, JoviaThis study examined the influence of social media on academic performance of students at Busitema university faculty of science and education nagongera campus. A cross-sectional research design was employed, with data collected from 150 students across the six (6) departments using a structured questionnaire. The study explore the relationship between social media usage, demographic factors(sex, age) and academic performance measured by cumulative grade point average(CGPA). Key findings revealed that 90.2% 0f students actively use social media, with WhatsApp 95%, twitter 64%, and tiktok 63% being the most popular platforms. On average students spend 1-8 hours daily on social media, primarily for communication (42.70%), academic research (45.26%) and accessing the news (12.04%). By bivariate analysis showed significant associations between academic performance and factors such as sex (p=0.043), age (p=0.015). Multivariate logistic regression indicated that female students were 2.5 times more likely to score below 2.79 CGPA compared to males, while students aged 21-24 were more likely to achieve higher CGPAs (3.60-5.00). Despite high social media engagement, the study found no significant negative impact on academic performance when platforms were used for academic purposes. However excessive use of non-academic activities correlated with lower grades. The study concludes that while social media is integral to students life, its impact on academic performance is moderated by usage patterns and demographic variables. Recommendations include; Establish Mentorship and Monitoring Systems, Conduct Periodic Sensitization CampaignsItem LIVED EXPERIENCES of ELDERLY GYNAECOLOGICAL ONCOLOGY PATIENTS and their PRIMARY CAREGIVERS ATTENDING MBALE REGIONAL REFERRAL HOSPITAL: A PHENOMENOLOGICAL STUDY.(Busitema University, 2026) Aporu, FaithBackground: Gynaecological cancers (GC) are the commonest cancers among females worldwide and constitute 14.4 to 18% of all cancers in the World. Relatedly, Uganda has a high burden of gynecological cancers due to the high incidence of cervical cancer which contributed to 43% of all cancers in 2019. Although gynaecological cancers are generally associated with untold morbidity and mortality, the elderly are disproportionately affected owing to their increased likelihood of physical fragility, comorbid states and socioeconomic challenges. Primary caregivers of these patients as well face physical, social and psychological burdens as they care for these patients. Although some studies have been done to explore the lived experiences of GC, little is known about this special age category. Aim: This study therefore sought to explore the lived experiences of GC patients and their primary caregivers (PCG) at Mbale Regional referral hospital (MRRH). Methods. A qualitative descriptive phenomenological study design was used. In total 11 patients and 11 primary caregivers were recruited purposively at Mbale Regional referral hospital. Data was collected through in-depth one on one interviews. Clarke and Braun approach were used to conduct qualitative thematic analysis using Dedoose 10th version to code and generate themes. Themes and subthemes were then constructed using inductive thematic analysis. Results. Six themes were constructed from patients’ data (i) Journey to cancer diagnosis where patients experienced delayed diagnosis due to limited awareness and misinterpretation of early signs; (ii) pathway to caregiving role where primary caregiving role was assumed circumstantially or as a sense of obligation (iii)Response to cancer diagnosis where the diagnosis triggered emotional distress, fear of death and sleep disruption though acceptance gradually emerged through faith and resilience (iv) The physical burden, functional decline and dependence which manifested as disturbing bodily changes, pain, fatigue and functional decline which led to dependence on caregivers; (iv) Socioeconomic experiences and survival amidst living with cancer which was profound with loss of income, food insecurity, strained marriages and education leading to reliance on children and relatives for survival (v) copying mechanisms where copying was sustained through family and social support, faith in god and perseverance. Conclusion. Elderly gynaecological cancer patients and their caregivers experience deep physical, emotional and social burdens but show resilience through copying strategies. This emphasizes the urgent need for strengthened nursing practice, culturally sensitive psychosocial support and policy interventions to improve oncology care. Keywords: lived experiences, elderly, Gynaecological oncology, patient and primary caregiver