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    The effectiveness of radio in the social transformation of people in Kampala: A case study of the Late Date Show on Capital FM
    (Makerere University, 2018) Awori, Hilda
    Humans are naturally very social beings and the way we communicate is a vital aspect of our lives, therefore, during the 1800s, there was a rush among inventors to develop newer and better ways to allow long distance and mass communication and over time, a number of communication technologies have sprung up, making long distance communication very easy. This dissertation is based on the assumption that radio still remains a main and huge transformative force in Kampala even with the abundance of technological alternatives. The question that this dissertation explores is to what extent and in what ways has radio been able to effect social change? What factors are limiting radio from its ability to transform people’s lives socially? What prospects exist in improving the effectiveness of radio in social transformation? In order to explore these questions, this dissertation analyses the genesis of radio, the development of radio in Uganda, an overview of politics and the development of radio in Uganda and economic development and radio in Uganda. Further still, this dissertation provides findings that radio still has potential to effect social change, regardless, of the many bottlenecks that stand in its way. I conclude this dissertation by providing recommendations as to how best radio can be utilized for it to be able to effectively transform lives socially.
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    Assessment of the adequacy of the Inter University Council of East Africa Act 2009 in curbing sexual harassment : A case study of Makerere University
    ( 2019-05) Epilo, Pauline Isiagi
    This is a research paper that was conducted at Makerere University. The paper consists of four chapters. Chapter one provides an introduction about the research study. It describes the background and objectives of the research study. This chapter also gives a description of the background of the study and so forth. The second chapter provides the statement of the problem, describes the scope, the significance of the study and what have you. This puts into consideration a brief synopsis and analysis of the relevant research questions that are asked to respond to what exactly the study is looking for. The third chapter presents the evaluation of the research study where the research findings are presented and discussed. In this chapter, the knowledge I acquired is also described about the different notions regarding the particular subject in question. The last chapter presents the conclusion and recommendations. This conclusion puts emphasis on important points in the report including the strengths and weaknesses. The recommendation given herein this chapter is meant to strengthen the research study and improve service delivery at Makerere University.
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    Factors affecting the consumption of gospel music in Kampala district
    (Makerere University, 2019-07) Nakayima, Matilda ; Nakakande, Josephine ; Mugerwa, Jovan ; Ssembajjwe, Nsaale Deric
    This study examines the factors affecting the consumption of gospel music in Kampala District. The discussion focuses on how the Church influence, marketing, monopoly of the gospel music industry by some prominent artists, attitudes about gospel music, management of stardom, training of the artists and styles or genres inform the consumption of gospel music. The research reveals that there are both positive and negative factors that affect the consumption of gospel music in Kampala District. Such factors as increase in technologies of dissemination, pastors taking on the role of singing gospel music and innovation of different music styles have attracted more gospel music listeners and followers thus increasing the consumption of gospel music in Kampala. The research also reveals that the development of gospel music is based in Kampala District because that is where many gospel music artists are based.
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    Variations in the performance standards of the Kampala Archdiocesan parish music festivals
    (Makerere University, 2019-08) Lubuulwa, Godfrey ; Nanvule, Halima ; Otaho, Mariam ; Ntege, Vicent
    The study examines variations in the performance standards in the Kampala Archdiocesan Parish Music festivals. By looking at its organization and the different stakeholders, the researchers seek to account for inconsistences in performance standards of this festival. The study analyses how the stakeholders‟ interests and preferences are reflected in the actual festival performances of the different choirs. The study also considers festivals as spaces for innovation and avenues for determining best music performers and performances, looking at the factors behind such declarations. The study reveals that stake holders play an important role of shaping the direction of the festival as well as determining the performance standards. In addition, organisation and funding for the festival are also some of the reasons which account for the presence of variations in the performance standards. Organisers are responsible for the late communication of the festival venues, assigning incompetent adjudicators who are sometimes few in numbers to judge the many participating choirs which arouse complaints among choirs. Therefore, inconsistences in the festival can be minimized if all stakeholders play their parts rightly. This study required an understanding of the reasons for the existence of variations in the performance standards of the festivals therefore researchers collected data using qualitative method of research. The method was used through acquiring opinions of the different stakeholders and analysing it against the different data that we had. The stakeholders include among others, Kampala Archdiocesan Music Committee (KAMUCO) parish leaders, parish choirs, music directors, audience, sponsors, and hired musicians who were selected using simple random, purposive and volunteer sampling techniques. The researchers also employed a variety of tools which include; interviews, participant and direct observation, focus group discussions, questionnaires and document analysis.
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    Enzimba y’ebisoko n’engero mu luyaaye
    (Makerere University, 2020) Ssekitoleko, Keffa ; Kabanda, Lilian Namagembe ; Namazzi, Barbra ; Sserugo, Roggers
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    The effects of cohabitation in relation to academic performance at Makerere University
    (Makerere University, 2020) Mango, Ziya
    Cohabitation evolves from a deviant lifestyle to one that is normative for young men and women. Academic performance is the extent to which a student, teacher or institution has achieved in the short or long term educational goals. This research examines the relationship between cohabitation of male and female students and their academic performance in Makerere University. It adopts the qualitative approach to carry out research. In this case there was high level of gender sensitivity during the time of collecting data were by 40 women were selected alongside 20 men. The research uses both primary and secondary data It also attempts to explain the different causes of cohabitation between male and female students in relation to their academic performance at Makerere University. Using random sampling method in different colleges at the University, findings showed that majority of cohabiters were residing off campus, owing to insufficient campus Hall accommodation. Inadequate financial support and high cost of living off campus were some of the factors predisposed students of opposite sexes to cohabit. It was established that, the longer the period of cohabitation, the lower the students’ academic performance.
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    Okushwijuma empindahinduka omu miriire ya bakiga ba kare na ba hati bikacondoozibwa mu munisiparite ya kabale
    (Makerere University, 2020-12) Musinguzi, Peter
    Okucondooza oku kurakwata aha mpindahinduka eziizire baho omu miriire y’Abakiga . Okwenda kumanya empindahinduka ezibaireho, nk’ejuniisa omuringogw’okugyenda ndabuuza abantu batari bamwe na bamwe otwariiremu abagurusi, abakaikuru, abaana, hamwen’eminyeeto. Okucondooza oku okwakoreirwe Kabale kukworeka ngu abakiga bakare bakaba baine eby’okurya bingi kandi ebi baabaire bakunda kurya nk’obuhemba, enkumba,munete n’ebindi.eby’okurya bikaba biteekwa omumiringo etaryemwe, kandi bikaba biinen’obwire obubabaire babiriiramu .Nkashuba naacondooza ha by’okurya ebi Abakiga bahati bararya omu maka gaabo,n’okubarabiteeka, n’ahubarabiriira. Ebikwato omuba abaire bariiraho.Obwakare, Abakiga bakaba baine ebikwato nk’embehe,enyungu , enshare , entemere, engari, ebyibo enyungu ebibabaire baihuriraho nokuriiraho eby’okurya byabo konka obwahati hariho ensaniya, esowaani zaibumba. Ndahendera, ndagira ngu n’eky’omugasho muhango kuta munkora ebi okucondooza kurooreka. Abantu bagaruke bahinge eby’okurya byabo by’obunyakare habw’okuba byine omugasho muhango hamagara gaabo.Okuta amaani aha kitumire eby’okurya ebibitakihiingwa n’okuriibwa.Okuta amaani omukurinda itaka rikashuba rikeezagye eby’okurya. Abazaire barahaburwa kwegyesa n’okuriisa abaana baabo eby’okurya ebibo bakuzire baramanya kandi barakunda.
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    Factors contributing to increased domestic violence on women of Obutet village-Gogonyo county, Pallisa district.
    (Makerere University, 2021-01) Tukei, Suzan
    This provides a summary of the whole dissertation compiled by the researcher. The aim of the study was to explore the factors contributing to increased domestic violence on women in Obutet village, Gogonyo County, Pallisa district. Understanding the causes and effects is very crucial for developing preventive measures. The objectives of the study were., To find out the socio-cultural influence contributing to increased domestic violence on women of Obutet village, Gogonyo county, Pallisa district., To examine the economic related factors contributing to increased domestic violence on women of Obutet village Gogonyo County, Pallisa district and to ascertain the effects of domestic violence on women of Obutet village, Gogonyo county, Pallisa district. A probability random sampling technique was employed for 40 primary respondents involved within Obutet village. This technique was used to access confidential information since the topic was very sensitive and people could not willingly participate if they were to be identified by other people who knew them as victims of domestic violence. Questionnaires were administered by the researcher and focus Group Discussions for women were carried out. Data collected included Socio-demographic characteristics, socio-cultural influences, economic related factors and effects of domestic violence on women of Obutet village, Gogonyo County, Pallisa district. The collected data was analyzed qualitatively by interpretation and explanation whereas quantitative data was analyzed using SPSS. The main socio-cultural cause of domestic violence according to the findings of the study was adultery/unfaithfulness reported by 95% of the respondents. The main economic cause on the other hand basing on the results of the study was unemployment reported by 82.5% of the respondents. The findings of the study further indicated that the major effects of domestic violence were physical injuries in which family breakup was mainly reported by 90% of the respondents. Basing on the results of the study, the researcher concluded that the main socio-cultural cause of domestic violence was adultery /unfaithfulness among partners in Obutet village while the main economic cause was unemployment. Similarly, the researcher concluded that the major effect of domestic violence was family breakup. The researcher further made a discussion and summary of the findings as well as conclusions and recommendations to the government, civil society, community and families. However, the cross cutting recommendation for all stakeholders was sensitization of the masses about the dangers of domestic violence and advocating for the strengthening of the existing laws while passing new ones.
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    The influence of application of soundtracks to the mimetic comedy performance in Kampala a case of Jjajja Bruce
    (Makerere University, 2021-01-19) Natusiima, Agatha
    This report looks at the influence application of soundtracks has to the performance of mimetic comedy in Kampala. The researcher looked at what mimetic comedy really is and therefore established a basis of defining the term ‘Mimetic comedy.’ The researcher also looked at what inspires the mimetic comedians there is in Kampala while selecting soundtracks for their performances, what inspires their character on stage, the challenges they face in the industry of comedy at large and also what these mimes are doing to overcome these challenges. In addition the researcher looked at the audience’s perspective on mimetic and soundtracks application to mimetic comedy. Qualitative and quantitative methods were used to gather the information in this report and it was found out that mimetic comedy in Uganda is still a genre that hasn’t garnered a lot of recognition in terms of the artistes doing it, the only prominent name in the business being Jajja Bruce whose real name is Charles Bruce Ssentongo. Finally the research gives some recommendations to follow if the betterment of mimetic comedy and application of soundtracks to mimetic comedy are to be realised.
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    The Impact of Participating in Annual Departmental Productions to the Drama Students
    (Makerere University, 2021-02) Nimusiima, Tricia
    This report covers the impact of participating in annual departmental productions to the drama students. It looks at what composes the PAF Department, its philosophy, what the Department is there for and why it introduced Departmental Productions. More so, it looks at the courses offered courses offered at this program, its activities, the output from specific courses especially Drama and Film, how the outputs are validated that is the processes they go through and finally the validity of departmental productions. Furthermore it looks at how effectively the drama students are equipped for their anticipated expectations and also analyses if the department meets the student’s expectations. It also explores the student’s participation experience and lessons drawn. It further compares the current departmental productions with the old people’s theatre because the two share a lot in common. Qualitative and quantitative methods were both used to gather the information in this report and it was found out that departmental productions have partly caused an impact on drama students however there are some things if revised, it would make the productions more resources, desirable and impactful. Finally the research gives some recommendations to follow if the betterment of departmental productions is to be realized.
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    Factors responsible for declining theatre audiences at the Uganda National Theatre Kampala
    (Makerere University, 2021-02) Bukirwa, Fatuma Ssendi
    This dissertation presents an evaluation of the factors responsible for declining theatre audiences at the Uganda National Theatre Kampala and why those factors have persisted over the time. The dissertation further presents possible solutions to the challenges faced by the audience at the Uganda National Theatre. A mixed research methodology that included both the Qualitative and Quantitative research methods were used to collect and analyze data. The research tools that were used include; Questionnaires, interviews, Library and participant observation. The dissertation presents the findings of the research, describing the factors responsible for declining theatre audience at the Uganda National Theatre Kampala. The researcher discovered that one of the most crippling factors are poor publicity, poor quality production, competition from other media and development of live entertainment. The report ends with a summary of the findings, a general conclusion and the recommendations made by the researcher basing on the findings.
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    Assessment of the economic contribution of video Jockeying to the film sector of Kampala
    (Makerere University, 2021-02) MUGAYA, FAHAD
    The purpose of this study was to assess the economic contribution of video Jockeying to the film sector in Kampala basing on the following objectives; to find out the businesses affiliated to video jockeying in Kampala; to investigate the challenges faced by consuming content produced by video jockeys and to assess the possible solutions to the challenges faced by consuming content produced by video jockeys in Kampala. The study was descriptive in nature involving quantitative methods of data collection which were administered through questionnaires to guide the collection of data. The total sample comprised of 40 respondents of which 20 were film distributors and 20 were final film consumers. Simple random sampling was used whereby the researcher went to Kampala district and administered questionnaires to selected film distributors and final film consumers of content produced by video jockeys. Primary data was obtained from class notes, library materials, News Papers, textbooks, film brochures, internet and journals. Data analysis was carried out through concentration on content and narrative analysis of the data that was obtained from the field. Findings revealed that the preference of translated film materials is on the rise in Kampala and capital is a big challenge affecting the distribution and expansion of the film businesses. It was concluded that improvement in business skills, acquisition of low interest loans and enactment of a law governing the distribution of film content would increase the performance of the film business and economically contribute to the film sector in Kampala.
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    The impact of incorporating Kiganda traditional musical instruments into popular music performances in Kampala
    (Makerere University, 2021-03) Iman, Nuludin
    This study addressed the impact of incorporating Kiganda traditional musical instruments into popular music performances in Kampala. It was driven by the need to find out how, when, what and why there is a fusion of Kiganda traditional musical instruments into popular music performance. In addition, the study examined the role of the musicians, producers and how the fused music product is received by the consumers, and also sought to account for the absence of fusion in some cases. The traditional Kiganda musical instruments have suffered over the years from dominance by the western music, which among other reasons was partly caused by the colonial mentality of everything Ugandan being below in status to anything European. Other reasons include improvement in technology, foreign influence and inadequate exposure of the traditional instruments. The researcher carried out a qualitative study, with fieldwork in Kampala that involved tools such as; interviews, observation, participant observation, documentary analysis and literature review, as well as attending performances that involved fusion of traditional instruments and popular music. Furthermore, the researcher used the internet to gather various information concerning, the current study through the various search engines as well as photography to capture important moments for the study. The research established that musicians, producers and the audience have little knowledge concerning Kiganda traditional music instruments, for example, differentiating them by name, functioning, and even their physical appearance. Also, musicians who fuse Kiganda musical instruments and popular music are those that have attained a certain level of music literacy and training, including the academic and practical side of the music. The researcher concluded that fusion of these musical instruments has not had much impact on the popular music industry of Kampala and very little effort has been invested in making fusion more popular and successful in the music industry. The number of musicians involved in the fusion are those that are not so much popular in the music industry and the big names in the industry that endeavor to fuse the two strands do it once in a while because it is not their point of interest. Also, the government has not done much to invest in the music industry and also promote culture which has elements like the Kiganda traditional music instruments.
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    The Impact of Kampala Archdiocesan Music, Dance and Drama Festivals for Primary Schools on Pupils and Schools
    (Makerere University, 2021-03-31) Kambugu, Anthony
    This study addresses the impact of Kampala Archdiocesan Music, Dance and Drama Festivals for primary schools, on the pupils who participate in these festivals on the one hand, on the participating Catholic Church founded schools on the other hand. The festival is designed for those Church founded primary schools within and around Kampala, found in central part of Uganda. The background of the festival, plus the people who pioneered its establishment, are also inclusive in this research. Data was obtained by carrying out a qualitative study from different deaneries which make up Kampala Archdiocese. The research tools applied in data collection include interviews, observation, photography, audio and visual recording; documentary review, workshops, and auto-ethnography were also used in attaining data. These tools were very useful in attaining the data because they were the most appropriate since they allowed the researcher to reach out to the informants to find out their different experiences. A number of stake holders were interviewed and they include the organizers, head teachers, pupils and others. The study established that, the Kampala Archdiocesan music festivals have a great impact on both the pupils and their schools which participate in the festivals. Evangelization of the Catholic catechism from the grass root, inculcation of the Catholic values in schools and nurturing of pupils’ talents and skills were among the major issues discovered by this research. It was also noted that, through these festivals the participating schools identify themselves as Catholic founded schools, which also helps them to advertise themselves, which attracts more pupils to join these schools. This study therefore concludes that, the Kampala Archdiocese established music, dance and drama festivals in schools as one of the avenues to strengthen Catholic values and culture in its founded schools.
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    Meaning construction and communication style in condolence messages
    (Makerere University, 2021-08) Kagezi, Dawn Kenneth
    This research study was carried out in mainly two districts; Kampala (Kasubi) and Pallisa districts (Bolliso II) respectively. The purpose was to find out how the people living in these communities that are both rural (Pallisa) and urban (Kampala) understand in depth the ideal of condolence and also to explore how they construct meanings from condolence messages availed to them. This is done with an aim of sampling views of different categories of people based on age, gender and the level of literacy. The number of people that whose views and ideas feature in this literary work makes an average of 10. Most of the times people have gone ahead to narrate to me their experiences and also to relate real life happenings that they belief perhaps suit my case study.
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    Sexual harassment
    (Makerere University, 2021-12) Namujju, Mercy
    Sexual harassment:Fighting sexual harassment begins with you
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    The employment of performing arts to retain youths in Pentecostal churches in Kampala: Focus on Kampala Pentecostal Church Watoto-Central
    (Makerere University, 2022) Namakula, Sarah
    This study used the case study design combined with the interview method, non-participant, observation, and document analysis. This study aimed at examining whether youths are attracted to Pentecostal churches because of the employment of Performing arts. The study aimed to investigate the specific forms that attract youths to Pentecostal churches due to the use of performing art and suggest ways to enhance the use of performing arts in the churches. Qualitative methods were used to gather data in this report and the findings showed that youths are mostly attracted to Pentecostal churches because of the performing arts. The last part of this report offers recommendations to employ in line of performing arts and Pentecostal churches.
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    The spiritual inspirations choir and promotion of Catholic church music in Nabbingo Parish, Kampala Archdiocese
    (Makerere University, 2022) Ntale, Fred
    The role played by music in the Catholic Church can be related to that of an engine which moves a vehicle. Music can also be related to the human heart where by without it, the body cannot function. This research was prompted by the need to reveal the role of The Spiritual Inspirations Choir in the promotion of Catholic Church music in Nabbingo Parish, Kampala Archdiocese. In examining the role of TSI Choir in the promotion of Catholic Church music in Nabbingo Parish, I study the nature of this music, considering its form and structure, accompanying musical instruments and costumes used. This study also answers two questions: “Why and how does TSI Choir promote the Catholic Church music?” In this study, the researcher argues that choirs like TSI Choir play a significant role in the rituals of the Catholic Church since, through their music compositions and performances, they promote the Catholic doctrine by upholding what the church stands for.
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    Situating the Sangoan Techno-Complex into the Stone Age context at Sango Bay, Southern Uganda
    (Makerere University, 2022) Ssemulende, Robert
    The position of the Sangoan industry in the Stone Age nomenclature generated heated debates arising from its stratigraphic composition. This study purposed to situate the Sangoan techno complex into Stone Age nomenclature at Sango Bay, the type site of the Sangoan lithic industry located in southern Uganda. Situating the Sangoan entailed examining if the Sangoan techno-complex was Acheulean, Middle Stone Age or an independent Stone Age industry. Three specific objectives guided the study that were: (a) To examine the typological and technological characteristics of the Sangoan lithic industry; (b)To investigate the environmental conditions under which the Sangoan existed and (c) To establish the chronological sequence of the Sangoan industry. The study utilised a multidisciplinary approach that entailed using archaeological, historical and paleoenvironmental sources. Archaeological data collected from archaeological surveys and the four excavation units formed the principal primary data in addition to the archives and oral interviews. The latter was key informant interviews utilised to identify the sites and provide information for documenting the history of Sango Bay and interpretation of the archaeological and cultural materials. Paleoenvironmental proxy data using fossil and contemporary plant phytoliths was used to examine the environmental characteristics of the Sangoan. This study is significant because it addresses Stone Age nomenclature and the chronological sequence gaps that are still problematic in Uganda and the world over. The results suggest that heavy-duty and light-duty tools characterised the Sangoan typology dismissing the traditional view of the Sangoan as predominantly heavy-duty since the light-duty tools dominated the Sango Bay. Technologically the Sangoan predominantly employed the Levallois technology, which entailed the preparation of the platform to produce flakes of a predetermined size. The size, amount of cortex, and nature of the Sangoan tools depended greatly on the environment, behavioural characteristics, and availability of raw materials. Chronologically using relative dating through stratigraphy, the Sangoan was an Early Middle Stone Age. Nevertheless, the absolute dates using the Optically stimulated luminescence (OSL) dating method indicated that the Sangoan dates range from 12500 ± 1000 to 9600 ± 600 years, implying that the Sangoan flourished during the terminal Pleistocene period characterised by the Later Stone Age. In terms of environment, the Sangoan inhabited woodlands punctuated with fire regimes and human activities with intervals of aridity. In conclusion, the Sangoan was neither Acheulean nor Middle Stone Age and not even an independent industry but a post-Acheulean techno-complex with traces of the LSA.
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    Contribution of the Department of Performing Arts and Film, Makerere University towards the development of the Uganda Police Force Band
    (Makerere University, 2022) Andeoye, Eric
    This study addresses the contribution of the department of Preforming Arts and Film, Makerere University, to the development of the Uganda Police Force (UPF) Band. To do this, the researcher identified the alumni of PAF who work with UPF, especially the Band, to examine their contributions towards the development of this band. I used a qualitative research methodology for data collection. In employing this methodology, I interacted with my respondents to share their experiences and views about this topic. This methodology demanded that I use interviewing, recording, participant observation and documentary analysis to gather data. This study established that PAF has contributed immensely towards the development of UPF Band. This contribution can be seen through the training of officers in music theory and practicals, which they apply during the Band’s performances. The officers also acquire leadership skills, as they interact with fellow students and lecturers, which they have transferred into the Band. Therefore, to understand how the UPF Band has developed, one needs to put into consideration the contribution of different stakeholders.