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    • Examine irony in selected Kinyankole proverbs 

      Abaasa, Annitah (Makerere University, 2024-05)
      The study sets to analyse irony used in kinyankole proverbs focusing on theme of hard work and child upbringing, This research sets to use only two forms of irony that is verbal and situational irony.This research showed ...
    • Gender stereotypes in selected Runyankole proverbs. 

      Aturinda, Cosoranta (Makerere University, 2023-10)
      This study explores the presence of gender stereotypes in Ruyankole proverbs, a Bantu language spoken primarily in Uganda. Proverbs are widely used in various cultures to convey traditional wisdom and societal values. ...
    • Imagery in selected Runyankole proverbs 

      Kenyena, Linnet (Makerere University, 2023-12-15)
      This study sets to explore the imagery in selected Runyankore proverbs. It assesses the hidden meaning that is embedded in the image(s) in the proverbs and their effectiveness in bringing out the intended message by the ...
    • Metaphor in selected Runyankole Riddles 

      Arinda, Bridget (Makerere University, 2021-05-31)
      This research aims at investigating metaphorical integrations in riddles in Runyankole language. Thirty metaphorical riddles are analysed to the detail, and classified in two groups. The first group, which is a contingent ...
    • Position of women in selected Runyankole Folktales. 

      Atuhwera, Anitah (Makerere University, 2023-12-21)
      The study critically analyses the position of women in selected Ruyankole folktales. The study was both field and library-based, employing a qualitative approach. The study used sociological theory to analyze data. The ...
    • The representation of women in Runyankole folk tales. 

      Atwemereireho, Abigail (Makerere University, 2023-10-24)
      This dissertation critically analyses the characterization of women in selected Ankole folktales. It examines the word choices in selected Ankole folktales and their implications on how women are viewed in Ankole. The study ...
    • Songs as a stylistic strategy in Runyankole folktales 

      Ayebare, Charity (Makerere University, 2022-04-27)
      SIGNIFICANCE OF THE STUDY: The research aims at finding out the effectiveness of songs used in the performance of Runyankole Folktales and viewing whether they are still used in our contemporary society to guide the young ...
    • A study of symbolism in selected Runyankole fables 

      Namara, Chance (Makerere University, 2022-05-05)
      This dissertation seeks to focus on how symbolism is an important aspect in explaining the meaning of Runyankole fables. It involved the collection of eight selected fables from the field. It is centered on an approach ...
    • Symbolism in the selected Runyankole traditional marriage songs 

      Tusingwirwe, Julian (Makerere University, 2021)
      This study talks about the symbolism in Runyankole traditional marriage songs. I used different methods of research that enabled me to come up with this report and it enriches with the cultural ways of the Ankole ways ...
    • The theme of male chauvinism; a case study of selected Runyankole Folktales. 

      Akampa, Taataakidami (Makerere University, 2023-11-29)
      The Study examined the theme of male chauvinism in selected Runyankole folk tales. The study was guided by two main objectives; 1. To investigatethe theme male chauvinism as portrayed in selected Runyankole folktales and ...
    • A theme of peace and conflict resolution in selected Runyankore folktales and fables 

      Natukunda, Immaculate (Makerere University, 2023-12-04)
      This study analyzes the theme of peace and conflict resolution in Runyankore folktales and fables. The study is guided by two main objectives; to analyze the effectiveness of irony in representing conflict in the selected ...
    • The use of metaphors in Runyankole proverbs 

      Nabimanya, Talent (2021-05-14)
      This research was mainly carried out to analyse the metaphorical analysis in the selected Runyankole proverbs. This research examines socio-cultural and economic background that shapes the Ankole proverbs and their meanings ...