http://ir.haramaya.edu.et//hru/handle/123456789/235 Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:34:25 GMT 2026-10-19T10:34:25Z http://ir.haramaya.edu.et//hru/handle/123456789/8710 SOCIAL INTERACTIONS AND SOCIAL TIES AMONG CONDOMINIUM NEIGHBORHOODS: THE CASE OF HARARI REGION CONDOMINIUM SITE Afework Demu Tura This research assesses the social interactions and relationships among residents of condominiums in Harar City, Ethiopia, created under the Integrated Housing Development Program (IHDP). As urbanization accelerates and high-rise condominiums become more common, traditional community dynamics are disrupted, raising concerns about social cohesion and neighborly connections. Using Social Network Theory and Symbolic Interactionism, this study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining surveys, focus group discussions, in-depth interviews, key informant interviews, and observational data and thematic analysis to understand how factors like demographics, culture, environment, and behavior influence social ties in these condominium settings . Findings from 170 survey participants indicate that while some residents manage to maintain family and neighborly bonds, levels of social trust, collaboration, and shared activities are notably low. The research highlights challenges such as poor building designs, noise issues, privacy concerns, increasing population density, and the social effects of khat consumption. Although traditional social organizations like iddir and Iqub still exist, their influence has diminished. In conclusion, the study finds that social connections in condominium neighborhoods are often weak and fragmented, lacking the continuity of earlier communal living arrangements. To address these issues, the research recommends policies that promote community-building initiatives, such as organizing social events and creating shared spaces. Additionally, inclusive urban planning should prioritize designs that enhance privacy while fostering interaction. Implementing participatory governance can also empower residents, encouraging them to take an active role in shaping their community. These measures aim to strengthen social ties in rapidly changing urban environments and promote a sense of belonging among residents. 80 Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://ir.haramaya.edu.et//hru/handle/123456789/8710 2025-09-01T00:00:00Z http://ir.haramaya.edu.et//hru/handle/123456789/8667 SOCIO-ECONOMIC AND CULTURAL FACTORS AFFECTING PHYSICIAN-PATIENT INTERACTION: THE CASE OF HARAMAYA GENERAL HOSPITAL, MAYA CITY, OROMIA NATIONAL REGIONAL STATE Mohammedin Ahmed; Birhanu Midakso (Asst. Prof.) The purpose of this study was to assess the socioeconomic and cultural factors affecting the interaction between doctors and patients in Haramaya general hospital, Maya City, Oromia regional state. In order to achieve the study's goal, a descriptive cross-sectional research design was used, which combines a quantitative and qualitative research approaches. The quantitative data was collected from 384 respondents through questionnaires and qualitative data were collected from medical director and two physicians of the hospitals management team member through key informant and in-depth interview tools of data collection. The quantitative data was analyzed through descriptive statistics in the form of tables, frequency distribution and percent. The qualitative data from respondents through key informants and in-depth interviews was analyzed through careful interpretation of meaning based on the objectives of the study. Previous studies have focused largely on waiting time, cost of the treatment, patient satisfaction and not much has been documented on in-patient outcome of health care seeking in tertiary institution from the point of view of the patient themselves. This study, investigated the socio-economic and cultural factors that affect physician-patient interaction focused on in-patient case with care in Haramaya general hospital, Maya City, Oromia National Regional State. As the study indicated, as a result of socio-economic and cultural factors, the interaction between patients and physicians were poor and patients faced the problems of poor communication, they did not have a good relationship with their physicians in medical care. It is recommended that physicians and hospital management bodies should pay proper attention to how to interact with patients in order to eliminate the unfavorable conditions affecting the physician-patient interaction and consider the patients socioeconomic status and cultural issues related to health care during consultation with their patients. 59p. Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://ir.haramaya.edu.et//hru/handle/123456789/8667 2025-04-01T00:00:00Z http://ir.haramaya.edu.et//hru/handle/123456789/8268 SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC ASPECTS OF NIGHT MARKETS IN SELECTED TOWNS OF EAST HARARGHE ZONE Abdella Mohammed Hassane; GutemaImana (PhD) This study focused on the social and economic aspects of night markets in selected towns in the East Hararghe zone, Oromia National Regional State, Ethiopia. The descriptive study design, which consists of both quantitative and qualitative research approaches, was used. Both primary and secondary sources of data were used for the study, and both qualitative and quantitative methods of data analysis were used. The data, which is collected in the form of qualitative data, was organized in the form of thematic and narrative data analysis methods through categorizing and combining the data with their interpretation. The data, which is collected in the form of quantity, was presented in the form of frequency in tables, percentages, pi-charts, and bar graph with their explanation.There are many historical factors that contributed to the emergence and evolution of night markets in the study area. The first factors were started from when the authority of Gadasystems loses his power during the 18th century due to two forces, which were external and internal. The second factor that contributes to the emergence and more the evolution process were takes place are unbalanced population growth with their economy, shortages of land production, low sources of income, unemployment, and poverty. Night markets are used by the many vendors in creating work places, sources of income, work opportunities, and creating social interactions and economic growth in the study area. There are many types of fresh vegetables found in night market in the study area such as tomatoes, potatoes, cabbage, onions, carrots, etc.Some problems that night vendors face in night markets are bad situations of workplace likes; infestations of dirt and dust, disruptions from off-road vehicles, a shortage of waste storage, and a dearth of public restrooms.Because of this and others, every concerned body has a responsibility to reform night markets as it can more contribute to the development of thenight markets in the study area.Therefore, all concerned bodies should seek solutions for the factors that challenging the vendors in night markets. 82 Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT http://ir.haramaya.edu.et//hru/handle/123456789/8268 2024-09-01T00:00:00Z http://ir.haramaya.edu.et//hru/handle/123456789/8086 SOCIO-CULTURAL AND ECONOMIC EFFECTS OF DEVELOPMENT- INDUCED DISPLACEMENT: THE CASE OF DISPLACED HOUSEHOLDS OF THE SABIAN REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT IN DIRE DAWA, ETHIOPIA Tsion Getachew Tenna; (Assis Profe) Belay Wonber; (PhD) Abenezer Wakuma Displaced people due to development projects face many socio-cultural and economic challenges. Assessment on displaced persons due to the Dire Dawa City Administration`s Sabian Redevelopment Project was conducted to assess the socio-cultural effects of DID on the displaced households, to assess the economic effects of DID on the displaced households and to assess the coping strategies practiced by displaced households. The study employed a mixed method approach using census-based survey, key informant interviews, FGDs and desk review of relevant published documents to collect primary and secondary data. Descriptive analysis was used to describe the extent of the socio-cultural and economic effects of DID. The study findings show that the displaced people`s social ties were weakened, their neighborhood and social networks disrupted due to the displacement and they struggled with accessing basic social services. The displaced HHs were pushed into economic hardship. Loss of employments and income greatly affected their ability to meet basic needs and they lacked assistance to restore their livelihoods and economic wellbeing. Ther study recommended measures to be undertaken by government and other stakeholders such as consent and participation of project affected communities in decisions concerning them, raise awareness on the rights, obligations, opportunities and challenges of DID, encourage displaced people to get involved in activities that can help them re-establish social networks and continue practicing their cultural traditions at their new settlement area, working on rebuilding economic condition and restore the livelihood of displaced persons as well as conducting further studies on the long-term effects of DID 80p. Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT http://ir.haramaya.edu.et//hru/handle/123456789/8086 2024-05-01T00:00:00Z