School of Forestry, Environmental and Geographical Sciences (SFEGS) Collection: Recent submissions
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Determinants of job placement in the hospitality sector: A case study of selected hotels in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2024-09)This study explores the determinants of job placement in the hospitality sector, focusing on selected hotels in Kampala, Uganda. The objectives include examining factors guiding employee placement, assessing gender-based ... -
Effects of human activities on Lake Victoria: Case in Masese Town, Jinja District
(Makerere University, 2024)This study investigated the effects of human activities on Lake Victoria and it took place in Masese Town, Jinja District. It explored the various ways in which human activities such as pollution, overfishing, agriculture ... -
Examining the implications of dark tourism around Namugongo Shrines to the livelihoods of the local communities
(Makerere university, 2024)This study explored the implications of dark tourism at Namugongo Martyrs Shrine on the livelihoods of local communities. Every 3rd of June to the Catholic church honors the twenty-four Catholic martyrs who were executed ... -
Assessment of the use of visual media in promoting MICE in selected hotels in Kampala
(Makerere university, 2024)The study on the assessment of the use of visual media in promoting MICE in hotels in Uganda aims at contributing to effective use of visual media with specific objectives being (1) to examine the use and types of visual ... -
The role of marketing entities in the development and conservation of cultural sites: a case study of Museums and the Uganda Tourism Board in the Kampala Metropolitan Area
(Makerere University, 2024-09)This study investigates the role of marketing entities in the development and conservation of cultural sites, focusing on museums and the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) within the Kampala Metropolitan Area. Utilizing a ... -
Assessing the local community awareness on the poaching problem in Queen Elizabeth National Park in Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Poaching is still a major challenge to global efforts to conserve wildlife, including in protected regions like Uganda's Queen Elizabeth National Park (QENP). The continuation of illicit hunting operations in spite of ... -
Tourism resource management and influence on tourism development: a case study of Muwanga sub-county, Kiboga district.
(Makerere University, 2023-10-23)The study examined tourism resource management and its influence on tourism development in Muwanga Sub- County, Kiboga District. The main objective of the study was to evaluate the management of tourism resources which ... -
Effects of biochar and peat as potting soil amendments on water retention, seedling survival, and growth of eucalyptus clones from brooder to hardening off-stage.
(Makerere University, 2024-12)This study investigated the effects of peat moss and biochar amendments on the physical and chemical properties of potting soil, and their subsequent influence on the growth and survival of Eucalyptus clones (GC550 and ... -
Assessing the effects of rice cultivation on wetland provisioning services in Busabi sub-county, Butaleja district.
(Makerere University, 2024-10-30)This study examines the effects of rice cultivation on wetland provisioning services in Busabi Sub-County, Butaleja District, Uganda. Wetlands are critical ecosystems providing essential services such as water regulation, ... -
Understanding the level of community participation in the anti-poaching efforts around Queen Elizabeth National Park
(Makerere University, 2024)This study investigates community participation in anti-poaching efforts around Queen Elizabeth National Park (QENP) in Uganda, focusing on assessing the current state of involvement, examining the efforts of authorities ... -
Examining the socio-economic impacts of religious tourism on local communities. a case study of Namugongo Martyrs shrine
(Makerere University, 2024-09)This study investigated the socio economic impacts of religious tourism on local communities in Uganda. with a specific focus on Namugongo martyrs shrine, a significant pilgrimage site associated with the martyrdom of early ... -
Assessing the health and safety concerns of tea pluckers in Mpanga tea growing community in Fort Portal City, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Occupational health and safety is the main target in any working environment in the current generation. It aims at protecting workers from the occupational health hazards that could affect their working efficiency. ... -
Assessing the different farming practices used by small holder farmers in Namulonge, Waliwo district
(Makerere University, 2024)In Uganda, smallholder farmers play a vital role in food production, yet they often face a problem of low soil fertility which is a constraint to crop productivity. The main objective of this study is to rate how different ... -
Exploring the Lango cultural heritage for tourism development: case study of Lango Sub-Region, Lira City
(Makerere University, 2024-10)This study explored the cultural heritage of the Lango people in Uganda and examined its potential for tourism development. The study was guided by the following objectives; to profile elements of the Lango cultural heritage ... -
Assessing the impact of restoration on soil physical and chemical properties of Kyanja Wetland in Nakawa Division, Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2024)These wetlands are vital in ecosystem functioning because they provide an improvement in water quality, erosion control, flood abatement, habitat enhancement, water supply recreation, among other benefits. Uganda’s wetlands ... -
Assessment of household firewood consumption in refugee settlements and hosting areas : a case of Kyangwali Sub-County, Kikuube District
(Makerere University, 2024)Kyangwali sub-county in Uganda faces a significant knowledge gap regarding firewood consumption patterns among refugees and local communities, including preferred tree species, consumption rates and influencing factors. ... -
Assessment of the role of Uganda wildlife conservation education center in promoting green tourism awareness in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2024)This study evaluated the effectiveness of the Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Center (UWEC) in promoting green tourism awareness and identified challenges faced by tourists visiting the center. The research ... -
Assessment of the impact of sand mining on water quality in river Enyau in Arua district.
(Makerere University, 2023-12-12)Sand mining is a common activity in River Enyau in Arua District, Uganda, driven by the high demand for sand for the construction industry. However, the impact of sand mining on water quality is not clearly understood. ... -
Assessing microbial contamination of foods sold by vendors around Makerere University main campus in Kampala district, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2024-08-13)To maintain the safety and wellbeing of multitudes, food must be free from any microbial contamination because it is a vital component of human life. Yet, foodborne microbial contamination is a major public health issue ... -
Water quality and pollution threats at selected recreational beaches in Nkumba Parish, Katabi Town Council, Wakiso District
(Makerere University, 2023-10)Water quality is an important factor in ensuring public health and environmental protection, especially in shoreline areas where recreational activities take place. The purpose of this study was to analyze the water quality ...