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Public health continues to place a high priority on childhood vaccination, but successful immunisationprogrammes depend on an understanding of mothers' knowledge, attitudes, and behaviours (KAB) towardsvaccination. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the mothers' knowledge of kid immunisation at HoimaRegional Referral Hospital (KAB). A cross-sectional survey was carried out on a sample of women who visited thepaediatric clinics of the hospital. Employing structured questionnaires, data were gathered and then subjected toboth descriptive and inferential analysis. The findings showed that people's understanding varied, and certainmisconceptions were noted. Although worries regarding the effectiveness and safety of vaccinations remained,attitudes towards them were largely positive. High vaccination rates were found in practice; however, accessibilityand awareness issues were also recognised as impediments. The aforementioned results highlight the significanceof customised educational initiatives and enhanced accessibility in achieving maximum vaccination rates andsuccessfully addressing vaccine-preventable illnesses.Keywords: Assessment, Knowledge, Attitude, Practice, Childhood