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People’s perception towards Social Assistance Grants for Empowerment (SAGE) shift from 60-80 years as an eligibility criteria in Kyegegwa Sub-County, Kyegegwa District
(Makerere University, 2021-01)The government of Uganda adopted the national policy for older persons in 2009 that calls for equal treatment, social inclusion, and provision of livelihood support for older persons. SAGE programme has helped households ... -
The role of social support and re-enrolment of teenage mothers in school in creating resilience among teenage mothers: A case of Pader Girls School
(Makerere University, 2019-09)Despite several attempts to eliminate teenage pregnancy over the years, the rates of teenage pregnancy are still rampantly increasing. This qualitative study with a cross-sectional design explored the role that social ... -
Solving problems associated with alcohol abuse among the youth of Katanga Slum, Kampala City
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Alcohol abuse among the youth is a serious problem in Uganda. It is even higher among youth in densely populated areas such as the slums in Kampala city and other urban areas. The numerous problems which are faced by the ... -
Factors for increased cases of child marriages in Kumi district, a case study of Ongino sub county
(Makerere University, 2021-05)This study was aimed at establishing the factors for increased cases of child marriages in Kumi district. Using a case study of Ongino sub-county, the study aimed at achieving different objectives that included; ascertaining ... -
The contribution of youth livelihood project towards improving livelihoods of the youth in Ibanda Municipality,Ibanda District
(Makerere University, 2021-02)The Ugandan government initiated various programs and projects to address youth poverty and unemployment all over the country and one of programs is youth livelihood program which is aimed at empowering the Ugandan youth ... -
Causes of child trafficking in Uganda: The case study of Mawero East Village, Busia District Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)The main objective of the study was to investigate the causes of child trafficking in Mawero Parish, Buteba Sub County in Busia district basing on the following objectives; to find out factors that increase vulnerability ... -
Contribution of social assistance grant for empowerment towards the continuation of universal primary education pupils in school. A case study of Kidera Parish, Rubongi Sub_County, Tororo District
(Makerere University, 2021-01)Social protection is a major arena of government activity aimed at ensuring that vulnerable population groups receive appropriate and effective public support to ensure their financial security and to safeguard their health. ... -
Factors affecting the academic performance of undergraduate students of Makerere University; A case of School of Statistics
(Makerere University, 2019-11)This study was designed to investigate the factors affecting academic performance of undergraduate students of Makerere University. Emphasis was put on trying to establish the relationship between admission points, parents’ ... -
Factors associated with teenage pregnancy and its effects in Tisai Sub-County, Kumi District
(Makerere University, 2020-02)Objectives This study established the factors associated with teenage pregnancy and its effects on the study population of Tisai Sub-County, Kumi district. Understanding the magnitude, causes and effects of teenage pregnancy ... -
Exclusive breastfeeding by adolescent mothers: A case study of Mukono Municipality
(Makerere University, 2021-01)Introduction: Globally, the number of adolescent mothers continues to increase and it poses a challenge to maternal and child survival. In Uganda, adolescent mothers have challenges that may not be supportive of breastfeeding. ... -
High fertility preferences among teenage mothers in Nabiswa Sub-County, Kibuku District
(Makerere University, 2021-02)This study aimed at examining the high fertility preferences among teenage mothers in Nabiswa Sub County, Kibuku District. Specifically, the researcher aimed at finding out the causes of high fertility and the effects on ... -
Challenges faced by single parents in raising children in Budaka District: A case of Budaka Sub County
(Makerere University, 2021-01)In Uganda, the number of single parents is rising more so in rural areas especially mother to child families. This has turned out to be an alarming cause of child poverty, illiteracy and death among others. According to ... -
Challenges faced by village health teams in promoting water sanitation and hygiene standards in Wamala Parish, Wakiso District
(Makerere University, 2018-08)Introduction The Uganda Health Sector Strategic Plan 1 in 2001 recommended the establishment of Village Health Teams (VHTs) to bridge the gap and improve equity in access to health services. The Ministry of Health together ... -
An assessment on the effects of refugee settlement on host communities of Obongi district. A case of Palorinya refugee settlement.
(Makerere University, 2021-02)This study was carried out to assess the effects of refugee settlement on the host communities in Palorinya refugee settlement in Obongi District. The discussions of the various chapters are based on the findings and the ... -
Assessment of effects of single parenthood in Mafubira Zone A
(Makerere University, 2021-02)This study was carried out to investigate the assessment of the effects of single parenthood on children in Mafubira A Zone. The discussions of this chapter are based on the findings and the interpretation of these results ... -
Investigation of William H. Sheldon’s constitutional theory of personality. A case study of Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Constitutional psychology, the theory put forth by Sheldon, refers to "the study of the psychological aspects of human behaviour as they are related to the morphology and physiology of the body." In the face of indifference ... -
beyond humanitarian aid: alternative sources of livelihood to reduce food inadequacy among south sudanese refugee households in pagirinya settlement
(Makerere University, 2021-01)The purpose of this study titled, „Beyond Humanitarian Aid, Alternative Sources of Livelihood to Reduce Food Inadequacy among South Sudanese Refugees in Pagirinya Settlement‟, is to investigate the situations that surround ... -
Assessment of the challenges of single mothers in Kireka parish, Nakaloke sub county Mbale district
(Makerere University, 2021-02)This research was about the assessment of the challenges of single motherhood in Kireka parish Nakaloke Sub County, Mbale district. The study began with the background information, statement of the problem, ... -
Sustainability of youth livelihood program. Perspectives of beneficiaries in rural South Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)The study assessed sustainability of youth livelihood program from: perspectives of beneficiaries in a rural south western Uganda. The study was conducted in Ihunga Sub county in Ntungamo District. The researcher adopted ... -
Community perceptions and beliefs about mental illness. A case of Lira municipality
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Community perceptions and beliefs can potentially influence the way persons with mental illness are treated even after they have recovered. It is for this reason that the study explored community understanding and awareness, ...
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