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Effects of wetland reclamation on the socio-economic welfare of the households around Lubigi wetland
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Wetlands are critical natural resources that serve numerous purposes including environmental, hydrological and socio-economic functions. However, these wetlands are so fragile and have suffered deterioration due to human ...
The effect of soil contamination by oil hydrocarbons on the growth and yield of beans
(Makerere University, 2021)
The energy sector through the exploration of oil and gas plays an essential role in the global
economy. Uganda began oil exploration activities in the Albertine Graben in 1938 and recent
developments include the establishment ...
The impacts of paper mulberry, Broussonetia papyrifera (L) Vent on tree species regeneration and diversity in Mabira forest, central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-01-11)
This study focused on impacts of B. papyrifera on regeneration, diversity and richness in the moderately and heavily invaded compartments that is to say Sango and Bugule respectively in Mabira Central Forest Reserve. Tree ...
Evaluating the quality of briquettes sold in selected suburbs of Kampala
(Makerere University, 2021-02)
Biomass is receiving greater attention especially in developed countries as a means of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, increasing energy supply security and decreasing their heavy reliance on imported fossil fuels. Fuel ...
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 ...
Marketable materials derived from solid waste in masaka central market
(Makerere University, 2021-01-10)
The study aimed at generating information on using solid waste to produce marketable products so that waste accumulation is mitigated by turning waste into a resource in Masaka central market. The research based on a ...
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 ...
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 ...
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. ...
Selected strength properties of traded Oxytenanthera abyssinica (A. Rich.) Munro and Yushania alpina (K. Schum.) W.C.Lin (1974) bamboo in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-01)
Bamboo is a non-wood forest product that is characterized by low specific weight, good appearance, hardness and fast growth hence a renewable resource. There are two predominant species of bamboo which are also indigenous ...