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    Online Multi-tenant E-learning Platform With Integrated Payment Gateways
    (Uganda Christian University, 2025-10-03) Denise Atwongyere
    The use of Learning Management Systems (LMS) in higher education has greatly transformed the delivery of education services and has enhanced interactivity, flexibility, and accessibility. However, most existing LMS platforms are inadequate in addressing the needs of institutions in developing countries like Uganda, mostly because of usability difficulties, inability to scale, inadequate monetization opportunities, and poor internet adaptability. The aim of this research was to design, build, and evaluate an Online Multi-Tenant E-Learning Platform with Payment Gateways, addressing specific needs for instructors and students in Uganda. Using a mixed-methods design, both qualitative and quantitative data were gathered through questionnaires, interviews, and observation checklists with a range of participants: students, lecturers, and administrators at the African College of Commerce in Kabale. The survey results were analyzed through use of descriptive statistics, chi-square tests, and regression analysis, while qualitative data was analyzed through thematic analysis. The findings revealed that existing LMS platforms were navigation-challenging, poorly organized, and lacked tracking and monetization functionality. A high percentage of participants expressed a need for a new LMS that would have usability features. The developed platform was tested and positively received, with 80% of participants willing to adopt it. Observations confirmed that the LMS was user-friendly, functional, and suitable for areas with limited internet access. The system also successfully integrated a Stripe-based payment gateway for course monetization. The study concludes that a scalable, localized LMS that includes core user-preferred features can significantly enhance teaching and learning experiences in Ugandan institutions. Keywords: Learning Management System, E-learning, Multi-tenant LMS, Payment Integration, Uganda, Online Education, User Experience, Educational Technology