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Assessing climate change trends and adaptation options within Ojwina and Central divisions in Lira district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-10-30)We see that little adaptation has been made and some of the few include, planting vegetables, shifting away from rainfed agriculture to the use of irrigation systems, use of granaries. There is therefore need for the ... -
Assessing Community resilience and adaptation strategies to flooding in Mbale city.
(Makerere University, 2023-10-11)With the ever changing and continuous climate change, flooding continues to be one of the most widely spread natural calamity. However, with flooding in place, a number of key strategies have been put in place to mitigate ... -
Assessing community vulnerability levels and adaptation options to flood risk reduction in Bwaise, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2022-11-18)Floods are frequent and widespread natural hazards with severe socio-economic losses and environmental impacts. Floods affect the environment and in most of the world’s vulnerable areas, cause damages to human life, ... -
Assessing compliance to environmental impact assessment by fuel stations in Mukono District
(Makerere University, 2022-04-20)The research was conducted to find out how compliant are the fuel stations in Mukono district to Environmental impact assessment set conditions approval. Also to find the challenges do Natural resources officers, ... -
Assessing effects of solid waste management and social perception towards waste disposal in Kiyindi landing site
(Makerere University, 2022)Solid waste disposal and management is both an urban and rural problem. Every person is a potential generator of waste and thus a contributor to this problem. This study was carried out in Kiyindi landing site on Lake ... -
Assessing factors influencing adoption of integrated pest management techniques of mango fruit fly in Bamunanika Sub-county in Luwero district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-11-15)This research on factors affecting adoption of integrated pest management techniques in the rural sub county of Bamunanika in Uganda seeks to understand the reasons why mango farmers in this area have failed to embrace and ... -
Assessing farmers’ awareness of erosion risk and adoption of its management practices in Bujuuko, Nansana Municipality
(Makerere University, 2022)Farmer’s perception of the erosion risk relates with their decision to adopt risk and their decision to adopt its mitigation measures. This research assesses farmer’s awareness of the erosion risk and examining the adopted ... -
Assessing fishermen`s perception on illegal fishing. A case study of Kasenyi fish landing site, Lake Victoria.
(Makerere University, 2023)Lake Victoria continues to support a significant fishing industry for both local consumption and export in East Africa. Fishing is one of the important economic activities that sustain many livelihoods. However, there ... -
Assessing Gendered Impacts of a Changing Climate on Pineapple Farmers in Kayunga District
(Makerere University, 2022-04)Pineapple (Ananascomosus) is among the important horticultural crops in Uganda grown in the central, east and western parts of the country. However, pineapple production fluctuates with changes in weather conditions, given ... -
Assessing nitrate pollution in shallow water wells of Kibaale sub county, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2022-12)Worldwide, shallow ground water well pollution by nitrate is on the rise, with 30 regions in Africa reporting critical situation and this is threatening supply of high-quality drinking water to the people. Nitrate pollution ... -
Assessing occupational safety and health risks among municipal solid waste collectors in Kampala, Uganda Case study central division
(Makerere University, 2020)Solid waste collectors play an important role in maintaining health and hygiene in the city. However industrial countries (with a few exceptions) are estimated to have access to adequate occupational health services, ... -
Assessing people's perceptions about their awareness on biodegradable wastes in Bwaise
(Makerere University, 2022-03-28)Despite efforts by government agencies, NGOs and CBOs aimed at improving people’s perceptions and awareness of biodegradable wastes, the status quo has remained or even worsened in area especially those in the slums and ... -
Assessing people’s attitude and perception towards domestic solid waste management practices at the disposal site and households, A case of Koboko Municipality
(Makerere University, 2023)Effective domestic waste management practices are vital for achieving sustainable and environmentally friendly communities. Understanding the attitudes and perceptions of individuals towards waste management is crucial for ... -
Assessing perceptions of community hydro-meterological risk and response in Buseruka Sub county Hoima district
(Makerere University, 2022-03-02)The study focused on assessing perceptions of community hydro-meteorological risk and response in Buseruka sub county. The specific objective were to; establish how communities in Buseruka sub county perceive the ... -
Assessing Perceptions of Farmers on Climate Change in Kabarole District
(Makerere University, 2019-08-09)Rural farmers are vulnerable to climate change and variability. They are the most hit hardest by the impacts of changes in climatic conditions in Uganda. The major impacts of climate of change affecting farmers include ... -
Assessing small holder farmers’ perception on rainfall variability and adaptation strategies in Bugiri district
(Makerere University, 2023-12-07)This study assessed smallholder farmers’ perceptions on rainfall variability and the adaptation strategies adopted by the farmers in Buwuni, Bugiri District. Over the years, small-scale farmers in this location have depended ... -
Assessing solid waste management in Fort Portal city western Uganda a case study of Fort Portal Central Bazar Ward and Kibimba Ward
(Makerere University, 2022-11)This study assessed the solid waste management in Fort Portal central division in fort portal city western Uganda a case study of Bazaar ward and Kibimba ward. The study specifically; i) determined the role of Kitere ... -
Assessing solid waste management systems at Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2022-11-13)The study aimed to assess solid waste management at Makerere University in 2022. The objectives were to determine the current solid waste management setup, to determine the solid waste management practices, and to determine ... -
Assessing the adoption of improved cook stoves in Katiiti village, Kituntu sub county, Mpigi District
(Makerere University, 2019-10)This study sought to assess the adoption of improved cook stoves in Katiiti village, Mpigi district. The study was guided by the following research objectives: To determine the adoption level of improved cook stoves ... -
Assessing the awareness and capacity of brewery industry workers on environmental laws and regulations in Kawempe division.
(Makerere University, 2022-11-21)The study aimed at assessing the awareness and capacity of brewery industry workers on environmental laws and regulations in Kawempe Division. It was guided by specifically two objectives; determining the level of awareness ...