School of Forestry, Environmental and Geographical Sciences (SFEGS) Collection: Recent submissions
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An assessment of active restoration outcomes for a tropical forest in mount Elgon National Park, Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021)Restoration is increasingly being used to reverse degradation and destruction of forest ecosystems. With increasing investment in restoration e.g UWA-FACE Foundation restored 8,500 hectares in Mt. Elgon nation park, there ... -
An assessment of active restoration outcomes for a tropical forest In Mount Elgon National Park, eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-12)Restoration is increasingly being used to reverse degradation and destruction of forest ecosystems. With increasing investment in restoration e.g UWA-FACE Foundation restored 8,500 hectares in Mt. Elgon nation park, there ... -
Effects of locally available nutrient sources on the growth of maize (Zeamays).
(Makerere University, 2021-03-04)Agriculture is the economic engine for most developing countries such as Uganda. As a result of the increasing population in soils have been heavily cultivated to meet the food and financial demands of the ... -
Variation of selected physical properties of the wood of clonal eucalyptus GU in Mubende district central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-01-25)Insufficient knowledge on Ugandan grown Clonal Eucalyptus grand is × urophylla (GU-7) wood properties, high demand and processing led to the study into its physical properties. The study aimed at providing information on ... -
Socio-economic effects of ecotourism on the communities living around Budongo forest reserve
(Makerere University, 2021)Community involvement and benefits are key elements of nature conservation and ecotourism and is largely perceived to include public participation in decision making and communities’ receipt of benefits from ecotourism. ... -
Assessing the environmental, health and economic effects of illegal dumping of wastes on the environment: case study Kampala district
(Makerere University, 2020-12-11)Generation of wastes is an inevitable occurrence as societies endeavor to exist and develop within the different socioeconomic clusters of life. The study was conducted in communities around Rubaga division in Kampala city. ... -
The effects of Urban sprawl on wetlands vegetation cover in Nakawa division
(Makerere university, 2020-12-22)This study assessed the effects of urban sprawl on wetlands vegetation cover in Nakawa Division. The objectives were: (i) determine the spatial-temporal trends of urban sprawl in Nakawa division; (ii) determine the patterns ... -
A comparative study of the physico-chemical and microbiological quality of two bottled water brands in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2021-03-10)Human beings have moved from drinking natural flowing waters to buying water produced by different companies because it is believed to be portable and clean. This is because due to the increased population, industrialization ... -
Assessing the potential of plastic recycling on reducing environmental pollution in Kabale municipality, Kabale district.
(Makerere University, 2021-01-05)In Uganda, most people show little regard for the environment resulting into use of non-biodegradable plastic materials which are usually poorly disposed off and only a small fraction is recycled. The overall objective of ... -
Evaluation of Graft Success in Fuerte Avocado Cultivar under Nursery and Field Environmental Conditions
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Fuerte avocado cultivar is an important commercial avocado cultivar in Uganda both for local and export markets (because of its good taste). Since its cultivation is limited due to long juvenile period, grafting technique ... -
Factors driving game meat hunting in Katwe Kabatoro town council in Kasese district
(Makerere University, 2020-01)Wild meat hunting is likely to cause extinction of some terrestrial mammals because of rampant poaching as commercially driven market continues to develop. The main objective of this research was to determine and have a ... -
Factors that limit positive impacts of ecotourism on the local communities living around Mt. Elgon National Park
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Ecotourism has presented opportunities for spreading and maximizing socioeconomic benefits sustainably in villages, remote areas and communities living adjacent to National Parks. However, this is only possible when ... -
Assessing the Farmer's attitudes towards adoption of organic farming techniques in Wakiso district
(Makerere University, 2021-01-04)Organic farming refers to a management system that emphasizes the use of fertilizers of organic origin and it‟s a better alternative for mitigating environmental degradation and climate change.Assessing ... -
Assessing the level of vegetation recovery on the restored oil drilled sites in Murchison falls national park in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020-12-05)The increased global demand for energy has amplified the risks to biodiversity conservation from oil and gas exploration, development, and production projects in different parts of the world. Oil and gas exploration in ... -
UNDERSTANDING THE SPATIO-TEMPORAL VARIATION OF BROWSE FORAGE IN KARAMOJA
(MAKERERE UNIVERSITY, 2021-03-03)ABSTRACT In the North Eastern Karamoja region of Uganda like elsewhere on the continent, livestock entirely depend on free ranging for pasture, browse and water. Although the Karamojong have evolved a resilient robust ... -
An assessment of the variability in mam rainfall over Uganda using TRMM satellite information
(Makerere University, 2021)The purpose of this study was to examine the March, April & May seasonal rainfall variability and the extent of deviation of rainfall from the seasonal averages for the years 1998-2019 using statistical techniques. Rainfall ... -
The Role of Agroforestry Practices in Increasing Farmer’s Resilience to Climate Change in Kyabigambire Sub-County, Hoima District
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Climate change is one of the greatest challenges facing humanity in the current century. Agroforestry has been used as a strategy to manage effects of climate change in Africa. This study was aimed at examining the role ... -
Implications of rainfall variability on Mubuku mini hydro power dam in Kasese, Western Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2021-02)Hydropower is the main source of energy in Kasese. It has been highly affected by rainfall variabilities that cause fluctuations in the energy generated a situation that has led to power blackouts. However, very little has ... -
Assessment of education needs for climate change adaptation among farmers of Mbale district
(Makerere University, 2021-02)In Africa, agriculture is largely rain fed and therefore vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. This is through the frequent and prolonged dry spells, drought, floods and increased incidences of pests and disease. ... -
Profiling private forest owners and contractors in Hoima district
(Makerere University, 2021-01-31)Forest plantations in Uganda have become an attractive long-term investment due to the availability of incentives and good financial prospects. As a result, a new group of entrepreneurs has emerged, establishing forest ...