School of Liberal and Performing Arts (SLPA) Collections: Recent submissions
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Historical trajectories of ethnic conflicts in Busoga, Uganda, 1890-1967
(Makerere University, 2023-11)This study analysed Busoga’s unique political activism as premised on the foundation of its distinct pre-colonial political structure between 1890 and 1967. Using archival sources and oral interviews, the study explored ... -
A human rights critique of the implementation of the Kampala declaration on prison conditions in Africa: a case study of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020-05)This research attempts to examine the implementation of the Kampala Declaration on Prison Conditions in Africa, 1996, by African governments, with specific reference to Uganda. The specific objectives of this study were ... -
An inquiry into youth involvement in peace building processes towards their participation: case study of Wakiso town council–Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11-10)This study is an inquiry into youth involvement in peacebuilding processes and their participation. The study was conducted within Wakiso Town Council and specifically targeted the majority of youth, especially those in ... -
Effects of COVID-19 on food insecurity and gender relations in Kisoro District
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Purpose of the study: The purpose of this study was to establish how COVID-19 escalated food insecurity in Kisoro District which in turn accelerated gender-based violence in Kisoro district. Objectives: The study was ... -
The promotion and protection of the right to access maternal health care for refugee women in Uganda: a case study of Nakivale Refugee Settlement
(Makerere University, 2023-11)The study was carried out with the general objective of examining the promotion and protection of the right to access maternal health care for refugee women in Uganda with particular reference to Nakivale refugee settlement. ... -
Factors affecting youth participation in electoral processes in Uganda: case study of Kampala district
(Makerere University, 2023-03)The study investigated the factors affecting youth participation in electoral processes in Uganda with a specific focus on Kampala (Lubaga, Kawempe, and Nakawa divisions). The specific objectives of the study were to assess ... -
Establishing coping strategies of youth in post conflict situations: the case of Lira Municipality, Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11)The aim of this study was ‘establishing coping strategies of youth in post conflict situation, a case of Lira Municipality’. Participants consisted of 40 youths randomly selected from within the 04 divisions of Lira ... -
The changing roles of traditional cultural institutions in Uganda : the case of Busoga 1894-2010
(Makerere University, 2023)The study examined the changing roles of traditional cultural institutions in Uganda: The case of Busoga 1894-2010. The study set out to establish the nature and functions of political institutions in Busoga during ... -
The role of civil society in promoting women’s right to political participation in Uganda (2006 - 2016): a case study of Nakawa Division, Kampala district central Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023-08)This research was concerned with examining the role of civil society (CS) in promoting women’s right to political participation in Uganda since 2006-2016, Nakawa division, Kampala District, Central Uganda. This was the ... -
The family and promotion of children's rights : a study of Kisubi Parish (Wakiso District) and Kibingo Parish (Mbarara District)
(Makerere University, 2007)The study set to establish the family roles in the promotion of children's right to education and freedom of expression. These rights stem from the family and the family has a lot to do to enable these rights to be enjoyed ... -
The suppression of social freedom as an obstacle to national social development in Uganda
(Makerere University, 1997)The study aimed at a philosophical demonstration of the view that suppression of social freedom is a major factor that underlies the low level of social development and the undesirable state of affairs that have prevailed ... -
The understanding of biblical prophecy and its influence on the believers’ life : case study : St. Paul Busitema Catholic Parish, Tororo Archdiocese
(Makerere University, 2016)This study researches into the understanding of Biblical Prophecy and its influence on the believers’ life. A number of Christians in St. Paul Busitema Catholic Parish mistakenly understand prophecy as the prediction of ... -
The right to adequate food in Uganda : a case study of IDPs in Ngariam sub-county, Katakwi District
(Makerere University, 2010)The study investigated issues pertaining to realization of the right to adequate food of IDPS in Ngariam Sub County. Katakwi district the specific objectives of the study were: to examine the existing relevant human rights ... -
Appraisal of affirmative action on the promotion of rights for persons with disabilities in Uganda : a case study of Kumi District (1995 to 2002)
(Makerere University, 2004)The research focuses on finding out how disability legislation, particularly affirmative action has made disabled people attain human rights, access to resources, community services and the basic needs. The study revealed ... -
Elderly women's rights in ordinary and communal elderly homes in Uganda : a comparative study of Mukono and Mbarara Districts
(Makerere University, 2006)This study provides insight into the protection and provision of elderly women's rights in ordinarily homes and communal elderly homes. The objective of the study is to contribute to the broadening of the protection and ... -
Effects of school rules and regulations on students' right to freedom of speech and expression in Uganda : a case study of Nakawa Division, Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2008)This was a case study that sought to establish the effects of school rules and regulations on students' right to freedom of speech and expression in secondary schools in Uganda. Realizing that rules and regulations are ... -
The role of social media in peace education: a case study of Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2023-01-28)Recent studies have shown an influx of Ugandans embracing the use of social media in their daily communications and information seeking on various life aspects including peace education. Many government ministries, departments ... -
The effect of proactive policing on crime prevention in Kampala Metropolitan Police (KMP) area
(Makerere University, 2022-10)The study was aimed at investigating the effect of proactive policing on crime prevention in Kampala Metropolitan Police area. The specific objectives were to identify the approaches used in proactive policing in Kampala ... -
An exploration of the effectiveness of police forensic investigations in countering terrorism in Kampala City
(Makerere University, 2023-01)This study explores the effectiveness of Uganda Police forensic investigations in countering terrorism with particular focus on Kampala city, drawing on the 2010 and 2021 terrorist attacks. The study was guided by three ... -
Somalia women role in peacebuilding in Mogadishu-Somalia in 1991-2021: a case study of Somali women in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-01)Uganda hosts huge numbers of refugees from its neighboring countries most of them from South Sudan, DRC, Rwanda and Somalia at large. According to Uganda's Office of the Prime Minister (OPM), between 2008 and 2017 the ...