Browsing School of Built Environment (SBE) Collection by Subject "Uganda"
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Adoption of technology for efficient property management in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2022)This research aimed at assessing the adoption of technology for efficient property management in Kampala. The research gave an analysis of different property management technological tools and applications which included ... -
Artificial neural network predictive modeling for rental values for residential properties within Kampala City
(Makerere University, 2024)Real estate is an essential component of the economic growth of every nation and region as it serves as a pillar industry to encourage the development of the national economy (Hu et al., 2022). Over the past 50 years, the ... -
Assessing the applicability of self help housing in provision of affordable housing in Uganda: a case study of Masese Women's Housing Project
(Makerere University, 2020-12-22)In the current exponentially growing numbers of slum dwellers in a country with high unemployment rate, the income levels of such dwellers do not seem to be expected to grow anytime soon. This calls for tailored measures ... -
Assessing the effect of CCOs issuance on tenure security in rural areas : a case study of Bukonjo county in Kasese District
(Makerere University, 2024)The study investigated the impact of issuance and use of certificates of customary ownership in securing land tenure in Rukoki subcounty, Kasese District. The CCO is intended to formalize customary land tenure through ... -
Assessing the impact of slum upgrading on property values in Kiryatete Hoima Municipality
(Makerere University, 2024)This research investigated the impact of slum upgrading on property values in Kiryatete, Hoima Municipality. The study aimed to provide a comprehensive understanding of how interventions targeted at improving living ... -
Assessing the potential impact of Islamic banking on real estate development in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020-12)This research study was aimed at assessing the potential impact of Islamic banking on real estate development in Uganda, a predominantly non-Islamic country freshly adopting Islamic banking and finance, taking a case study ... -
Assessment of compliance to prescribed fire safety provisions in schools in Uganda
(Kampala, Makerere University, 2021-01-08)Fires in schools are an issue that should not be taken lightly due to the nature of consequences they tend to come with in the event of their occurrence. Majority of the schools in Uganda lack the capacity to handle fire ... -
Assessment of project delays in construction sites of high-rise buildings : a case study of selected high-rise building in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2021)High rise building construction projects in Uganda’s construction industry are experiencing a wide spread of delays. The purpose of this study was to assess the factors causing delays and their effects on high rise building ... -
Assessment of the highway pavement condition and their maintenance practices in Uganda: (case study [of] Kampala-Masaka highway road)
(Makerere University, 2022-01-20)Worldwide, highways road is a critical infrastructure for economic development of the country. This study investigates the condition of highway pavement and their maintenance practices in Uganda. The objective of this study ... -
An assessment of the potential of tropical indigenous wood in Uganda’s construction industry: A case for the selected species
(Makerere University, 2019)This study investigates extent to which indigenous wood and its various derivative forms and methods of construction have been applied in Uganda‘s construction industry as much as elsewhere alike. The research originates ... -
Cultivating a safe space for the pregnant teenager in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)“A woman experiencing an unplanned pregnancy also deserves to experience unplanned oy.” Patricia Heaton The goal of this study is to provide recommendations for appropriate spaces for the pregnant teenagers in Uganda. In ... -
The effectiveness of land acquisition laws of Uganda in the case of compensation of family land. (a case study of the kampala-entebbe express highway)
(Makerere university, 2020-08)The topic of study was the effectiveness of land acquisition laws in relation to compensation of compulsorily acquired family land. The main objective of the study was to assess the effectiveness of land acquisition laws ... -
An evaluation of design-build as a procurement method for construction projects in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-06-18)Design-build has become a popular mode of procuring construction work. It is now regarded by the majority of clients because it offers greater confidence to clients. Even most of the researchers have found that the ... -
Examining the applicability of the RICS valuation standards/guidelines for valuing fuel stations in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020-12-15)This research sought to examine the applicability of the RICS valuation standards for valuing petrol stations in Uganda. Valuation is distinguished via property attributes, markets and investor or owner, including cash ... -
Identification and assessment of distress on paved roads using UAV photogrammetry and GIS techniques: a case study of Lusanja Road
(Makerere University, 2023-01-02)Road Infrastructure Maintenance is important for paved roads in order to prevent deterioration of their design life. Proper condition surveys are done before taking up the repair work and cost estimation. The aim of ... -
Investigating the barriers of land titling in Kisoro district, case study : Northern Division, Kisoro Municipality
(Makerere University, 2024)Clearly established and secure property rights alleviate the necessity for individuals to allocate resources toward safeguarding their land rights, thereby fostering economic growth since land titles serve as a mechanism ... -
Investigating the effect of road geometric parameters on the manoeuvrability performance of transit buses at junctions within Kampala
(Makerere University, 2024)Road geometric parameters, which are the dimensions and design features that define a road’s physical layout, significantly influence the manoeuvrability performance of transit buses, especially at junctions. Just like ... -
An investigation into the extent of exploitation of architectural monuments and historical buildings in Uganda’s Film Industry: (A case of selected works (films & monuments) mostly in Kampala)
(Makerere University, 2021-05)From preliminary observations the extent of exploitation of architectural and historical monuments in the country’s film industry to harness a profuse range socio-cultural economic and developmental benefits seems to be ... -
Investigation of factors that lead to cost overruns occurrences in both building and road projects around Kampala
(Makerere University, 2022)Cost overruns are issues of serious concern in construction industry. These overruns have detrimental effect on national economy since most buildings and roads in Uganda implemented by tax payers’ money. This therefore ... -
The place of spirituality in the design of Seminaries in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)This dissertation forms the argument that the concept of spirituality in the design of seminaries has always existed and has been met considerably, over the years, through the use of certain design principles, elements and ...