Leadership Styles and Organizational Performance

The Impact on Namisindwa District Local Government in Uganda

Abstract

This study examines the relationship between different leadership styles and the overall performance of the Namisindwa District Local Government in Uganda. Understanding the influence of leadership on organisational results is crucial, considering the significant role that local governments play in service delivery and community development. The results demonstrate that transformational leadership has a crucial role in fostering creativity and motivating employees, which ultimately leads to enhanced service delivery and increased community satisfaction. Transactional leadership, which focuses on providing incentives and sanctions, has been shown to improve administrative efficiency and accountability. Participative leadership promotes a feeling of ownership among workers, which improves decision-making processes and job satisfaction. The study emphasises the significance of an adaptable leadership strategy that is customised to address the particular requirements and difficulties of the local government setting. This study utilises a combination of qualitative approaches to investigate the impact of transformational, transactional, and participatory leadership styles on the efficiency, effectiveness, and overall performance of the local government and adds to the expanding pool of information on public sector leadership in Uganda, providing valuable insights into the successful use of various leadership styles to enhance organisational performance in local government contexts. This highlights the need for leadership development programmes that provide leaders with the necessary abilities to adjust their leadership approach to meet the changing requirements of public service delivery. The study's consequences have a broader scope than only Namisindwa District. It offers significant insights for other local governments in Uganda and comparable situations worldwide, intending to improve their organisational performance via strategic leadership.