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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). ...
Comparing regeneration in forests with contrasting logging histories in Kibale National Park, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
The knowledge of regeneration following logging interventions is still limited to the neotropics. This study was carried out to compare forest structure, population structure and species composition in unlogged, slightly ...
Assessment of wetland use and attitudes towards conservation by local communities: a case study of Gitundwe wetland in Kisoro district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Wetlands commonly called swamps in Uganda are estimated to cover about 13% of the total land surface (about 30,000km2) of the country and represent a considerable ecological, social and economic value. However, this coverage ...
Information needs for climate change adaptation among farmers in Mubende district
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
In sub Saharan Africa, agriculture is majorly rain fed and therefore vulnerable to the impacts of climate change which are manifested as frequent, intense and prolonged dry spells, droughts, floods, increased temperatures ...
Validation of the Persiann-CDR rainfall data over Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Precipitation is arguably the meteorological phenomenon that has the greatest impact on human
activity. Therefore, having an appropriate approach for rainfall prediction makes it possible to
take preventive measures ...
An assessment of maize production under different weather conditions (rainfall & temperature) in Wakiso district
(Makerere University, 2021-01-27)
The climate patterns over Uganda particularly Wakiso district shows a high degree of spatial and
temporal variability. The study main objective was to assess the variation of maize production
under different weather ...
Assessment of energy conservation practices in africa and mary stuart halls of residences at makerere university
(Makerere University, 2021-02-24)
The study was about assessment of energy conservation practices in Africa and Mary Stuart halls of residence at Makerere University. The study was guided by the following objectives; to identify energy sources ...
Access to and use of metrological information by farmers in Mbarara district
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
This study aimed at assessing the access and use of meteorological information by farmers in Mbarara district. The study was carried out in four randomly selected villages in Mbarara district Rugando sub-county and a sample ...
Examining variations in thermal comfort and heat stress in Kampala city under a changing climate
(Makerere University, 2021-02-01)
This study investigates the variability of extreme climate events over Kampala using indices from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) Expert Team on Climate Change Detection and Indices (ETCCDI). The analysis was ...
Assessment of energy conservation practices in Africa and Mary Stuart halls of residences at Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
The study was about assessment of energy conservation practices in Africa and Mary Stuart halls of residence at Makerere University. The study was guided by the following objectives; to identify energy sources used in halls ...