Makerere University Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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GIS-based service analysis for optimal planning of location of fire stations: case study of Kampala City
(Makerere University, 2024-05)Due to the growing population and the rapid economic development, Kampala city is undergoing rapid urbanization and there is a need for the growth of the fire department to ensure safety of people and their properties. ... -
Integration of spatial analysis models in determining value distribution for residential condominium properties : case study of Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2024)The main purpose of this study was to integrate spatial analysis in assessing the distribution of values for condominium apartments. Analytical hierarchical process was adopted to model the value distribution considering ... -
Assessing the role of the STDM in enhancing the Land tenure security of oil-palm farmers in Bugala Island
(Makerere University, 2024-05-19)This study assessed the role of the STDM in enhancing land tenure security of oil palm farmers in Bugala Island. Specifically, the study was guided by three objectives which included assessing the perceived impact of STDM ... -
Assessment of the Impact of land cover change on carbon stock : a case study of Budongo Bugoma landscape
(Makerere University, 2024)Human activities have escalated the emission of greenhouse gases, intensifying global warming and leading to climate change. In Uganda, land use and cover change, particularly the conversion and degradation of forest land, ... -
A framework for knowledge retention in a Pharmaceutical Industry: a case study of Quality Chemicals Limited
(Makerere University, 2024-11)The study involved problem definition and begun by recognizing the problem of knowledge loss in the pharmaceutical industry and its detrimental effects. It highlighted the importance of knowledge retention and its ... -
Mitigating the socio economic and ecological impacts of genetically modified organisms in Uganda: a legal framework analysis for effective forestalling
(Makerere University, 2024-11)This study investigated the legal frameworks, socio-economic implications, and ecological impacts of genetically modified organisms in Uganda. It aimed to identify gaps and weaknesses in Uganda’s regulatory mechanisms, ... -
Factors associated with uptake of community-led total sanitation practices and behavior among triggered and followed-up households and communities in Agorigiroi Sub County, Rural Ngora District
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Community Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) practices and behaviors have been emphasized and promoted during community wide mobilizations to improve sanitation, enforced through non-coercive efforts for households ... -
The enduring relevance of the common heritage of humankind principle in the space age: perspectives from Africa and beyond
(Makerere University, 2024-08)The rapid advancement of space activities and the intensifying commercialization of space resources have brought into sharp focus the need to revisit and reinforce the Common Heritage of Humankind (CHH) principle, enshrined ... -
Assessing the impact of road construction on human settlements and land use land cover changes in the project neighborhood: case study area: Mukono-Katosi Road Project
(Makerere University, 2024-05)Various studies have demonstrated that among all forms of physical infrastructure development, roads hold the unique potential to alleviate poverty on a global scale, particularly in developing nations (Gachassin et al., ... -
Examining land governance systems in Wakiso District, Uganda: a case of Kyadondo County
(Makerere University, 2024-09)The purpose of the study was to examine land governance systems in Wakiso District Uganda, using a case of Kyadondo County. The study was guided by the following research objectives; to establish the current land governance ... -
Public participation in tax policy reform processes: a case study of Uganda’s civil society organizations
(Makerere University, 2024-12)Since the advent of modern states in both Europe and the global southern nations, taxation was viewed as the leading criteria in evaluating the quality and efficacy of governments. In Europe especially during the religious ... -
Analysis of actors in the plastic waste value chain in Kampala, Mukono and Wakiso Districts Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-11)Plastic recycling is a complex process involving several activities and the waste material undergoes multiple changes of ownership before reaching the consumer as a new product. The study sought to analyse the actors in ... -
On-farm and off-farm climate change adaptation strategies of households in Afgooye - Lower Shabelle Region, Somalia
(Makerere University, 2024-11)Climate change adaptation continues to be the most significant strategy in responding to climate change impacts. The aim of this study was to contribute to the improvement of climate change adaptation among local communities ... -
Modelling the spatio-temporal distribution of dichrostachys cinerea in Queen Elizabeth National Park
(Makerere University, 2024-11)This study was conducted in March 2022 in QENP. Dichrostachys cinerea (L.) Weight and Arn. Shrub has been reported to be on the increase threatening other native plant species in Queen Elizabeth National Park. However, ... -
Influence of Actor’s Interaction on the Competitiveness of Improved Cowpea (Secow 3b) In Oyam District, Lango Sub-Region
(Makerere University, 2024)Low competitiveness of the improved Agricultural technologies in terms of yields and market shares has remained a challenge in enhancing food, nutrition and income security in the developing countries. Inadequate information ... -
Exploring the intersections between teenage pregnancy and poverty in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-07)Teenage pregnancy is a major social and public health problem globally. The major objective of this essay was to explore the intersections between teenage pregnancy and poverty in Uganda. Poverty and teenage pregnancy in ... -
A deployment model for telecom operators: a case of eSIM technology in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-10)Motivation: The study aims to address the slow adoption rate of eSIM technology in Uganda. This adoption rate issue is compounded by the lack of research into suitable deployment models for eSIM in low-resource settings ... -
Automated refund fraud detection in mobile money transactions using Machine Learning
(Makerere University, 2023-08-08)In an era marked by the widespread adoption of mobile money systems, the need to secure financial transactions against fraudulent activities has never been more pressing. This research addresses the crucial issue of ... -
Radio as a tool for agricultural development: a case study of CBS Radio‘s Vanilla Bugagga programme
(Makerere University, 2024-05)This study sought to examine radio as a tool for agricultural development using CBS FM‘s Vanilla Bugagga programme as a case study. Building upon the diffusion of innovation theory and participatory theory as frameworks ... -
Uptake and economic efficiency of high-quality cassava flour production and processing in eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-12)and the potential to overcome the challenges of limited markets and poor prices of dry cassava chips has been promoted in Eastern Uganda. Farmers in the region are already knowledgeable and experienced in the production ...