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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 plastic waste management in the reverse logistics network of Kampala District: a case study of Kawempe division
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Globally plastic production is 300 tons per year. This makes it 9.1 billion tons of plastics yet only 9% of has been recycled, 3 to 8 million tons of plastics are dumped into water bodies per year. This is because reverse ...
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 ...
Analyzing the spatial and temporal variability of soil moisture content in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021)
Soil moisture content is a crucial hydro meteorological parameter in the hydrological
processes such as evaporation, evapotranspiration, rate of runoff. Its observation can be used
to monitor drought occurrence, flooding, ...
Analysing the relationship between wind patterns and rainfall received in Kampala district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-01)
This study analyses effects of wind on the rainfall received within the spatial areas of Kampala. The wind speed in and rainfall received in Kampala does not vary too much and therefore the effect of wind in the rainfall ...
Impacts of land use/land cover on surface runoff in Kampala City and the surrounding Wakiso District
(Makerere University, 2021-01)
Land use /land cover types in an area have an impact on surface runoff in that area during or after precipitation events. Large quantities of surface runoff can cause erosion, damage infrastructure and degrade ecosystems. ...
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 ...
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 ...
Public Perception and Attitude towards Gazetted Areas for Tourism Industry: A Case of Lake Mburo National Park
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Public attitudes and perceptions are critical in determining tourism development in host destinations and cannot be overemphasized. This study was conducted around Lake Mburo National Park (LMNP). To assess the attitudes ...
Effect of wood ash and phosphorus fertilizer on the growth and yield of beans on poor soils in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-12)
Soil fertility reduction on smallholder farms is a major problem in Uganda. The soils have been over cultivated in order to meet the ever-increasing food demand. This has led to soil exhaustion, coupled with acidification ...