Browsing School of Social Sciences (SSS) Collection by Subject "Uganda"
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Assessing the consequences of domestic violence against women in Uganda. A case of Bwaise, Kampala Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)The study sought to assess the consequences of domestic violence against women in Uganda. It looks at the causes of Domestic Violence against women, the role of culture, the reasons why women keep silent when affected by ... -
Assessing the livelihood security of the elderly in Mbuya and Kiswa Parishes, Nakawa Division
(Makerere University, 2022-05-10)The purpose of the study was to assess the livelihood security of the elderly in Mbuya and Kiswa parishes. The study was guided by the following objectives; to identify the main income generating activities the elderly in ... -
Beneficiaries perceptions on the impact of the youth livelihood program. A case study of Lubaga division, Kampala district
(Makerere University, 2021-02)This qualitative study documented the impact of Youth Livelihood Program on the empowerment of young people in Uganda. The study brings forth the voices and experiences of beneficiaries of the program. The objectives of ... -
Caregivers’ experiences of caring for children with conduct disorder in Nansana Municipality
(Makerere University, 2022-04-07)The purpose of this study was to understand caregivers ‘experiences of caring for children with conduct disorders in Nansana municipality. The study was guided by the following objectives; to examine the meaning of conduct ... -
Challenges associated with selecting beneficiaries (orphans and vulnerable children) of education support services: a case of Compassion International in Katikamu County, Luweero District
(Makerere University, 2022-11-10)Objectives of the Study: General objective: The purpose of study was to examine and understand the challenges associated with selecting beneficiaries of education support by Compassion international in the enrollment ... -
Compliance to covid-19 preventive measures among street children in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)In Uganda and Kampala in particular, poor adherence to COVID-19 preventive measures among street children is a challenge with over 80% of them unable to sanitize, wash their hands or maintain the required social distance. ... -
Conceptualization of mental health among students of social work and social administration Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2022-04-04)The purpose of this study was to explore the conceptualization of mental health among social work and social administration students of Makerere University. The study was guided by three objectives namely (i) to examine ... -
The contribution of remand homes’ services to juvenile delinquents’’ rehabilitation in Gulu District: A case study of Gulu Remand Home
(Makerere University, 2022-09)The study explored the contribution of Remand Homes’ services to juvenile delinquents’ Rehabilitation in Uganda between 2021 to 2022. In Uganda, juvenile delinquency has become a threat to the urban centers and families; ... -
Contribution of the Youth Livelihood Project in the Fight Against Youth Unemployment in Makindye Division
(Makerere University, 2021-02)The Youth Livelihood Programme (YLP) of Uganda is a youth empowerment strategy based on the three pillars of skills development, livelihood support and institutional support. The programme targets unemployed youths of the ... -
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 ... -
Coping mechanisms employed by women survivors of intimate partner violence in Mityana District, Busimbi Division
(Makerere University, 2022)Intimate partner violence presents a serious threat to the physical, mental, emotional, and economic wellbeing of the victims. For one to understand the nature and forms as well as the challenges faced by victims and how ... -
Coping strategies of widows : a study of Ddwaniro Sub-County, Kiboga District
(Makerere University, 2008)The study was set to identify the coping strategies of widows in Ddwaniro Sub County, Kiboga District, Uganda. The specific objectives of this study were to identify factors that bring about widowhood; institutional ... -
Decent work environment, employee engagement and organizational commitment among employees of the ministry of health headquarters Kampala Uganda
(Makerere university, 2019-09)This research was conducted to examine the relationship between decent work environment, Employee Engagement and Organizational Commitment among employees of The Ministry of Health Headquarters Kampala Uganda. The study ... -
Drivers and consequences of child marriage among boys in Bugiri District Uganda: a case of Kitodha Village
(Makerere University, 2022-03-25)The practice of child marriage remains one of the most pressing issues in the world today. Much as child marriage disproportionately affects girls, several boys continue to marry before 18 years. This study aimed at ... -
Drivers of alcoholism among the youth in Katikekile Sub-County Moroto District
(Makerere University, 2022-12-08)Alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence among the youth has become a global burden hindering development, imparting high expenditures on treatment and counseling the victims of alcoholism as well as the accelerated domestic ... -
The effect of new technology on the prevention of crime in Uganda. A case study of Kasangati Police Division
(Makerere University, 2022-02)The main objective of the study was to establish the effects of CCTV cameras on prevention of crime in Uganda. This assessment was made by the number of days spent on investigation before and after introduction of CCTV ... -
The effects of corona-virus on academic performance of pupils in IJB Junior School, Katakwi District
(Makerere University, 2022-12-14)The study sought to establish the effect of Coronavirus on academic performance of pupils in IJB Junior School located in Katakwi District. The study was guided by specific research objectives which included establishing ... -
The effects of COVID 19 on Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Kyebando Parish, Kawempe Division Kampala
(Makerere University, 2022)The study examined the effects of covid 19 on micro small and medium enterprises (msmes) in Kyebando parish, kawempe division Kampala. The study specifically looked at economic challenges and opportunities faced by small ... -
Effects of the Coronavirus pandemic on the elderly that own small businesses in Kanyanya Village
(Makerere University, 2022-04-26)The purpose of this study was to understand the effects of the coronavirus pandemic on the elderly people whose source of livelihood is operation of small/informal businesses. The study pursued the following objectives: ... -
Factors contributing to non-adherence among young females enrolled on ART at Kalisizo General Hospital
(Makerere University, 2022-05-08)The purpose of this study was to find out the factors contributing to non-adherence among the young females enrolled on ART at Kalisizo General Hospital, Kalisizo Sub county-Kyotera District. It was also aimed at exploring ...