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Gender dynamics in commercial sugarcane farming among Kinyara Sugarcane Outgrowers in Masindi District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-10)Sugarcane growing is an important economic activity in Uganda and across Africa. However, participation in sugarcane cultivation manifests gender variations. The purpose of this study was to explore the gender dynamics ... -
Gender and security sector reform in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-07)Gender and security are very important aspects of Uganda as a country. And it has been noted that they both influence each other. In recent years, there has been a growing recognition that to cater for gender aspects, ... -
Exploring stakeholders’ perspectives on traffic congestion in Kampala City
(Makererre university, 2024-11)Kampala faces challenges in effectively managing traffic congestion due to rapid urbanization and increasing car ownership, posing significant challenges for road users and policymakers. This study investigated the views ... -
Factors influencing livelihood restoration post-resettlement: a case study of Kyenjojo-Kabwoya road project in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-11)This study examines the factors influencing livelihood restoration among individuals displaced by the 100 km Kyenjojo-Kabwoya road project in western Uganda, focusing on the economic, physical, and social impacts ... -
The contribution of empowerment programs on improving the livelihood status of the refugee host populations in Kyangwali Refugee Settlement, Kikuube District
(Makerere University, 2024-11)The purpose of this study was to examine the contribution of the empowerment programs on improving the livelihood status of the refugee host populations. This study adopted a cross sectional study design and utilized both ... -
Experiences of children with incarcerated parents in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-11)The plight of children with incarcerated parents (CWIPS) is not widely known in Uganda yet statistics show an increasing number of inmates (50%) being parents, and the majority (97%) of the women inmates being mothers. ... -
Assessing the impact of remuneration on employees’ performance in higher institutions of learning: a case study of Makerere University, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2024-08)The aim of this study was to establish and assess the impact of remuneration on employees’ performance in higher institutions on learning in Uganda, particularly at Makerere University. Literature review was done on impact ... -
Foreign direct investments (FDIs) and national development : contribution of MTN to Uganda’s national economy
(Makerere University, 2024)The dominant literature indicates that foreign direct investment (FDI) is an important engine for promoting economic growth in developing economies. This study sought to understand this debate by asking a question. "Do ... -
The influence of structural factors on inclusive education for children with disabilities in public primary schools in Mbarara City in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-10)The number of CWDs in Mbarara city is increasing yet their IE in public primary mainstream schools in the city is not yet fully standardised to meet the SDG4 which is tailored to ensure equitable and quality ... -
Liberalization policy reforms and youth entrepreneurs’ access to financial services in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-08-19)The general objective of the study was to assess the impact of liberalization policy reforms on youth entrepreneurs’ access to financial services in Kampala, Uganda basing on the following specific objectives; The study ... -
Service relevance, access and utilisation experiences of male survivors of domestic violence: a case of Mubende District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-06)The study has its basis on the National Plan to prevent Gender Based Violence. Abused males’ syndrome has not been so much explored in Uganda despite evidence of the significant increase in domestic violence against males ... -
Perspectives of local government stakeholders on disaster risk reduction and management: a case study of Bududa District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-06)There have been continuous reports of destruction of life, property and environment causing great suffering and misery of the people in Bududa District in Eastern Uganda despite the presence of Disaster Management Committees ... -
COVID-19 and school drop-outs in rural secondary schools in Uganda
(Makererre university, 2023-11)The study "COVID-19 and School Drop-Outs in Rural Secondary Schools in Uganda" presents a comprehensive analysis of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on school dropouts in rural secondary schools within Uganda, utilizing ... -
Labour export and the human trafficking problem in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Many governments especially in Africa have undertaken labor export as one of the policies to address youth unemployment. In Uganda the ministry of gender, labor and social development reported to having granted licenses ... -
Work environment and performance of Makerere University academic staff in the post COVID-19 period
(Makerere University, 2023-11-10)The study titled "Work Environment and Performance of Makerere University Academic Staff in the Post COVID-19 Period" is a comprehensive examination of the effects of the pandemic on the academic staff at Makerere ... -
Practices and challenges of solid waste management in Kinawataka slum, Kampala city.
(Makerere University, 2024-04-08)This study examined the practices and challenges of solid waste management in the Kinawataka slum. The study focused on methods and strategies of solid waste generation, SWM practices adopted, and constraints and copying ... -
An investigation into the efficacy of regional peace building mechanisms in South Sudan
(Makerere University, 2022-05)The Conflict Barometer 2020 names Africa as the most conflict-prone continent in the world in the past twenty years. There has been a prolifération of régional organizations and their boldness in addressing peace and ... -
Community participation in mitigating water pollution along Ggaba Landing Site, Kampala City
(Makerere University, 2024-06)Ggaba Landing site is located on the Northern shores of Lake Victoria, in Kampala city. It is among the major landing sites in Uganda and has many people engaged in various livelihood activities. In pursuit of these ... -
Farmer indigenous knowledge and reduction of postharvest handling losses along the maize value chain in Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-06-07)Indigenous Knowledge (IK) is the information base for a society, which facilitates communication and decision-making (Barrett, 2017). The objective of this study was to assess the effectiveness of farmer indigenous knowledge ... -
Tracing the roots of the technological capacity building of the Uganda people's defence forces
(Makerere University, 2023-09)This paper seeks to trace the roots of the technological capacity building of the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF). Technology has always been used to produce improved tools and research in sciences has enabled the ...
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