(Journal of Economics and Behavioral Studies, 2024-06) Atukunda, Gershom; Atwiine, Johnson; Musiita, Benjamin; Atwine, Aquilionus; Koruragire, Emmanuel
The study aimed to explore the correlation between budgetary control, managerial competencies,
and the performance of higher local governments in Uganda's Eastern region. Through a cross-sectional
research design, 30 higher local governments out of a population of 32 were analyzed against predictor
variables. Validity and reliability tests were conducted on research instruments to ensure data quality. Findings
revealed a positive and significant relationship between budgetary control and performance, as well as
between managerial competencies and performance. Moreover, there was a statistically significant
relationship between both budgetary control and managerial competencies on performance. Regression
analysis showed that 55.9% of performance variation was explained by these factors, leaving 44.1% to other
factors not considered. Recommendations include strengthening financial management processes and
investing in training programs to enhance managerial skills, ultimately improving local government
performance
