School of Forestry, Environmental and Geographical Sciences (SFEGS) Collection: Recent submissions
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Impact of road development projects on the local community in the albertine region
(2022-11-04)This study focused on Impacts of Road development projects on the local communities in the Albertine Region. Specifically, the study intended to explore the understanding of people towards Road projects implemented in their ... -
Assessment of Anuran (frogs and toads) species composition in Lubigi swamp along the Northern bypass in Kampala district
(Makerere University, 2022)The aim of this study was to examine anurans in Lubigi swamp along the Northern Bypass in Kampala District. The study mainly intended to assess the species composition of frogs and toads, influence of habitat characteristics ... -
Efficacy of citrus essential oils for the control of anopheles Gambiae larvae
(Makerere University, 2022-11-04)Malaria mosquito vector control is an important strategy in malaria control and elimination globally. Mosquito larvae control using chemicals was effective intervention for malaria reduction but due to adverse environmental ... -
Comparison of seedling regeneration in eucalyptus plantation and natural forest: a case study of Nyabyeya forestry college plantations and Budongo forest reserve
(Makerere University, 2023-02)The study purposed to evaluate the native seedling regeneration composition and diversity, under Eucalyptus plantation and nature forest. Twenty sample plots (10 ×10m) and 1×1m subplots were established in the natural ... -
Perceptions of forestry students on forestry education and practice in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12-18)University forestry students are facing multiple challenges including enrolment, diversity, image, and knowledge of career options. A number of studies in recent years have drawn attention to the declining state of ... -
Assessment of crop raiding incidences by wild animals in Ngwedo Sub County - Buliisa district.
(Makerere University, 2022-11)This study sought to assess crop raiding incidences by wild animals in the villages of Mubako, Karatum and Muvule Nunda in Ngwedo Sub County, Buliisa district. Both qualitative and quantitative data were collected. The ... -
Implications of land use and cover changes on wetland ecosystem in Mahyoro sub county
(Makerere University, 2022-11-25)Wetlands are among the eco-systems suffering greatest transformations worldwide. More than half of the wetlands globally have been lost and degraded beyond restoration measures. Studies focusing on land use land cover ... -
Assessing the impacts of urban growth on surface water pollution; A case study of Murchison Bay catchment in Kampala metropolitan area
(Makerere University, 2023-01-02)Uganda is having a population growth increasing at an estimated rate of 3.1 percent as per 2010 census. This rate of population growth has led to the development of many urban centers with all their characteristics that ... -
Accessibility to drinkable water and its implications on the rural community health and wellbeing
(Makerere University, 2022)In majority of Uganda’s villages, people are faced with drinkable water related problems which have left most communities in fear of acquiring water related infections and hindering sustainable development. The world health ... -
Assessment of crop raiding incidences by wild animals in Ngwedo Sub County, Buliisa District
(Makerere University, 2022-11-23)This study sought to assess crop raiding incidences by wild animals in the villages of Mubako, Karatum and Muvule Nunda in Ngwedo Sub County, Buliisa district around Murchison Falls National Park (MFNP). The specific ... -
Determinants for awareness of local soil conservation knowledge amongst smallholder farmers in Ngogwe sub-county, Buikwe District
(Makerere University, 2022-10)Soil exhaustion due to degradation and poor farming methods mostly amongst smallholder farmers leads to low crop yields, productivity and affects household incomes. This increases the food insecurity problem for the growing ... -
Awareness and knowledge assessment of sustainable development goals among university personnel in Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2022-11-11)The 2030 Agenda for sustainable development is one of the most ambitious and global agreements tackling the world’s most pressing challenges. Despite the significant progress over the past decades, SDGs are still limited ... -
The impact of poor farming methods on landscape stability in Bubiita sub-county, Bududa district
(Makerere University, 2022)The study was carried out in Bubiita sub county, Bududa district with an aim of assessing the impact of poor farming methods on landscape stability and focus was on five villages namely Busooto central village, Nanyitsa, ... -
Assessing farmers’ awareness of erosion risk and adoption of its management practices in Bujuuko, Nansana Municipality
(Makerere University, 2022)Farmer’s perception of the erosion risk relates with their decision to adopt risk and their decision to adopt its mitigation measures. This research assesses farmer’s awareness of the erosion risk and examining the adopted ... -
Assessing solid waste management systems at Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2022-11-13)The study aimed to assess solid waste management at Makerere University in 2022. The objectives were to determine the current solid waste management setup, to determine the solid waste management practices, and to determine ... -
Assessing the dynamics of medical waste management: a comparison between clinics and hospitals in Katabi Town Council Wakiso District
(Makerere University, 2022-12-20)Medical wastes are highly infectious and hazardous wastes hence its management is vital not only because human health is vital but also for the quality of the environment. However, medical waste management are still under ... -
Assessment of nature photography as a tool of promoting ecotourism: a case study of Queen Elizabeth National Park
(Makerere University, 2022-11-14)Photographs are crucial elements that marketers integrate into all their marketing communication tools. This study is focused on the relationship between photography and destination image. The aim is to understand how ... -
Analysing the different marketing strategies that have been put in place to promote tourism in Fort Portal as a tourism city
(Makerere University, 2022-11)In the first chapter, we looked at the introduction of how marketing of urban cities is a factor of making a tourism city a tourism destination with reference to Fort Portal city. In the problem statement, this research ... -
Assessment of health care waste management practices among medical institutions in Kampala district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)Health care activities are a means of protecting and restoring health, curing patients and saving lives. In doing so, waste is generated potentially creating risks to human health and the environment if mismanaged. The ... -
Impact of temperature and rainfall on soya bean production in Uganda, a case of Nwoya district in Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-01)Optimum rainfall and temperature can have a significantly increase yields of Soya beans. The study was conducted on the impact of temperature and rainfall on soya bean production in Nwoya district Northern Uganda. Rainfall ...