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Challenges faced in housing of the low income population in Kampala city: A case study of Namuwongo-Soweto.
(2019-05)
This report explores through the challenges faced in housing low income groups or the urban poor in Kampala specifically Namuwongo-Soweto. The objectives of the study were; find out the current players in housing provision ...
An Assessment of the influence of Public-Private Partnerships on the efficiency of procurement of construction projects in Kampala district
(2019-11-23)
The traditional way of procuring public infrastructure and services by the public sector is
increasingly becoming unviable particularly in developing countries because of the budget
deficits. Growing investment requirements ...
Use of Rice husk ash as binding material in concrete for building construction in Uganda.
(2019-11-24)
Concretes is the most widely used construction material in civil engineering industry because of its high structural strength, stability and malleability. The concrete industry is constantly looking for supplementary ...
Investigation of the effect of blending with stone dust on CBR of gravel material in Bushenyi district.
(2019-11-24)
The report represents results on the study of the effect of stone dust on improvement of the mechanical properties of gravel material in bushenyi district at kahaya and kirere borrow pits.
An assessment of the performance of construction joint ventures in Uganda's construction industry.
(2019-07-15)
Joints ventures have become increasingly common, because of the complexity and challenges associated with the delivery of construction projects globally. However, it has been established that joint venture projects have ...
Comparison of the Strength and Durability of Plinth walls constructed from locally manufactured clay bricks to concrete blocks in Kampala
(2019-05-30)
This study was pursued to compare the strength and durability of plinth walls constructed with locally manufactured clay bricks with those constructed with concrete blocks. This documentation ...
Assessing the effect of partial replacement of sand with Quarry stone dust on the compressive strength of mortar.
(2019-11-25)
Mortar is a masonry product which is a matrix of concrete. It consists of binder and fine aggregates and its strength is a special concern to the engineer because mortar is responsible for giving protection to the outer ...
Assessment of the impact of outsourced labour services on resource optimisation among construction companies
(2019-11-25)
This study examined the impact of outsourced labour services on resource optimization. Specifically, labour services outsourced effect on resource optimization and the methods of resource optimization were identified. Cross ...
Mapping suitable locations for installation of solar power plants in Mbale district.
(2019-11-25)
Information about solar radiation on the earth’s surface is important for atmospheric research and
solar energy application (Lopez & Batlles, 2004). The knowledge regarding the availability of
global solar radiation ...
Spatial estimation of surface soil texture using remote sensing data.
(2019-11-25)
Soil texture is a principal soil property, affecting physical characteristics and behavior of the soil,
such as soil water retention, nutrient holding capacity and susceptibility to erosion. Areas with
high intensity ...