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Assessing the effects of refugee settlement on land use/cover changes in Lamwo District, Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-12)This study aimed at examining the impact of settling South Sudanese refugees in Palabek Ogili Sub County in Lamwo district, Northern Uganda. With the arrival of refugees from Sudan especially with the increasing political ... -
Assessing the effects of resin tapping on selected strength properties of pine in Busoga forestry company.
(Makerere University, 2023-09)Resin tapping is a lucrative practice in Uganda, boosting company profits. It involves incising pine trees to extract resin from their ducts, primarily in Pinus plantations. However, the longer the tapping period (up to ... -
Assessing the effects of sand mining activities on wetland loss in Lwera wetland system using GIS and remote sensing, Lake Victoria Basin - Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-07-29)While many wetlands in the central region are being degraded due to encroachment, Lwera wetland system is facing degradation from over harvesting of natural resources, sand in particular. The main objective of this study ... -
Assessing the effects of urban sprawl on the land/cover changes: case study Bushenyi district
(Makerere University, 2019-10-21)The rapid expansion of urban areas as a result of population growth and economic prosperity is causing Land use/ cover changes in cities all over the world. Ishaka division Bushenyi district, Uganda, is no exception to ... -
Assessing the efficiency of the effluent treatment plant at Sugar Corporation of Uganda Limited, Lugazi Municipality in Buikwe district
(Makerere University, 2022-03-18)This study is about assessing the efficiency of effluent treatment plant at Sugar Corporation of Uganda limited, Lugazi Municipality in Buikwe District. The specific objectives of the study included determining the ... -
Assessing the environmental, health and economic effects of illegal dumping of wastes on the environment: case study Kampala district
(Makerere University, 2020-12-11)Generation of wastes is an inevitable occurrence as societies endeavor to exist and develop within the different socioeconomic clusters of life. The study was conducted in communities around Rubaga division in Kampala city. ... -
Assessing the factors that influence encroachment on Lubigi wetland
(Makerere University, 2021-01-04)Uganda is a beautiful country filled with an extensive amount of natural resources, such as wetlands. It is believed that these wetlands are a crucial source of food and water for almost 3 million people (Oguttu, 2008). ... -
Assessing the Farmer's attitudes towards adoption of organic farming techniques in Wakiso district
(Makerere University, 2021-01-04)Organic farming refers to a management system that emphasizes the use of fertilizers of organic origin and it‟s a better alternative for mitigating environmental degradation and climate change.Assessing ... -
Assessing the feasibility of developing Mwanga historical site as a tourism destination
(Makerere University, 2018-07)There is a growing interest in cultural tourism, historical site have been one of reasons why most visitors tour tourism destination that have assets related to culture therefore, This study aimed at assessing the feasibility ... -
Assessing the germination inhibition potential of compounds in pine (Pinus halepensis) needles using Bidens pilosa seeds
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Weeds are a major yield loss factor contributing up to 20 -30% of the losses farmers incur in most developing countries. This is attributed to shortage of labor or increasing labor cost due to rural-urban migration. ... -
Assessing the impact of agro-forestry practices on resilience to climate variability among farmers in Rubirizi district. A case study Rutoto sub-county
(Makerere University, 2022-10-31)Climate variability which is a reality in Uganda and is manifested by fluctuations in climatic parameters, low agricultural production, land fragmentation, soil degradation, and loss of biodiversity. Addressing climate ... -
Assessing the impact of climate change/variability on water availability in Starch Factory Village, Lira District, Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-10)Climate change/variability is a pressing global concern with far-reaching implications for water resources in Uganda which lack a significant river system. This research investigates the impacts of climate change/variability ... -
Assessing the impact of climate variability on tourist attractions in Bwindi National Park, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12-02)Climate variability is real and has far reaching consequences on tourist attractions (plants, birds and animals) and the environment. with Climate variability awareness going on and considering the fact that Bwindi ... -
Assessing the impact of drought on sorghum production in Kotido district, Karamoja sub-region.
(Makerere University, 2023)Drought is regarded as a leading cause of food insecurity affecting many communities especially in the in sub-Saharan Africa. This study was set out to assess the impact of drought on agricultural food production in Kotido ... -
Assessing the impact of floods on infrastructure in Kasese District
(Makerere University, 2022-03-25)Floods cause infrastructural damage on global scale especially in developing countries. The study’s main objective was to assess the impact of floods on infrastructure in Kasese district from 2000 to 2020. This study ... -
Assessing the impact of GBK factory on the water quality of river Rwizi: a case study of Mbarara city.
(Makerere University, 2023-09-18)The rapid industrialization and urbanization witnessed in recent years have led to increasing concerns about the quality of natural water bodies, particularly in urban areas. This study sought to assess the impact of the ... -
Assessing the Impact of Habitat Conversion on Macro Invertebrates (Termites and Earthworms) by small holder Farming. A case study of selected farm lands in Awach Parish, Abim District.
(Makerere University, 2019-10-23)This study was aimed at assessing the impact of habitat conversion on macro invertebrates by small holder farming, a case study done from selected small holder farm lands in Awach parish, Abim district. The study approaches ... -
Assessing the impact of intra-seasonal rainfall characteristics on groundnut production in Serere district
(Makerere University, 2022-03-25)Rainfall is an important variable that affects the production of most crops including groundnut. Intraseasonal rainfall characteristics such as onset, cessation, length of the growing season, and length of dry spells are ... -
Assessing the impact of land fragmentation on food security in Kakanju Sub-county Bushenyi District
(Makerere University, 2019-10-07)This study sought to contribute knowledge to evaluation of land fragmentation on food security with specific reference to Kakanju Sub County. The study was guided by the specific objectives as follows; To determine the ... -
Assessing the impact of Lubigi drainage channel on the water treatment service by Lubigi wetland.
(Makerere University, 2023-08-17)The information about the impact of drainage channels on wastewater treatment by wetlands is very important in achieving the sustainable development goal number six and the proper management of wetlands. The aim of the ...