Browsing by Subject "Lake Victoria"
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Assessment of pollution of sediments from selected Lake Victoria bays
(Makerere University, 2002-01)Abstract Pollution of Lake Victoria is caused by a number of factors. Pollution increase, industrial and agricultural developments and general municipal and domestic wastes from the catchment areas of the lake are the ... -
Biokinetics and modelling of pollutant accumulation in Cat fish (Clarius casonii) and Silver fish (Rasteneobola argentea) from selected aquatic ecosystems in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-12)Concentrations of DDT and its residues and heavy metals (Zn, Cu, Pb and Cd) were determined in Clarius casonii collected from Nakivubo and Lubigi wetlands and Rasteneobola argentea from lakes Victoria and Kyoga. Measured ... -
The community knowledge, attitude and practices in the control of schistosomiasis in sub-counties bordering lake Victoria, Busia District Uganda.
(2005)Background: In Uganda schistosomiasis is distributed country wide along the main water bodies especially in lakes. Objectives: The study was aimed to determine the knowledge, attitude and practices of the people concerning ... -
Distribution and abundance of the Shoebill, Balaeniceps Rex in two contrasting wetlands on the shores of Lake Victoria
(Makerere University, 2020-11-12)The Shoebill, Balaeniceps rex, a vulnerable bird species on the International Union of Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red Data List is known to have a declining population all over its range in Africa with about 3300-5300 ... -
The dynamics of cyanobacteria and potential threats of cyanotoxins in Uganda: a case of Murchison Bay and Napoleon Gulf, northern Lake Victoria
(Makerere University, 2023-09)Lake Victoria has diverse cyanobacteria associated with varying types and concentrations of cyanotoxins. Over 31 variants of microcystins (MC) have been identified in the lake with MC-LR, MC-RR and MC-YR as the commonest. ... -
Exploring the use of Landsat imagery in monitoring chlorophyll-a and lake surface temperature in Lake Victoria
(Makerere University, 2018-08)In Uganda, Lake Victoria is a livelihood of about 40 million people and a home to aquatic life. It is utilized for the different activities like tourism, industry, transport and fisheries. However, it contains substances ... -
Factors associated with occurrence of diarrhoea in children aged less than 5 years in Uganda: A case study of seven towns on the shores of Lake Victoria
(Makerere University, 2012-05)This study assessed the socio-demographic, environmental and behavioural factors associated with the occurrence of childhood diarrhoea using already existing cross-sectional data from the 2006/07 Uganda Urban Inequities ... -
Heavy metal loading of wetlands around lake victoria in Uganda and its implications to antibiotic resistance in environmental E. coli
(ANSTI - UNESCO ROSTA, 2009-01)The effect of heavy metal loading on wetlands to the build up of antibiotic resistance among bacteria (pathogenic and environmental) in the Northern part of Lake Victoria within Uganda was carried out using Escherichia ... -
High Incidence of HIV-1 infection in a general population of fishing communities around Lake Victoria, Uganda
(PLOS ONE, 2014)Background: High HIV-1 incidence rates were reported among persons in fisherfolk communities (FFC) in Uganda who were selected for high risk behaviour. We assessed the incidence of HIV-1 and associated risk factors in a ... -
Implementation of migration measures resulting from environmental impact assessment in selected industrial projects in Kampala District.
(Makerere University, 2010-08)Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) was recognized in Uganda as a tool of environment management back in 1995 when the National Environment Statute (now Act Cap 153) was enacted. The Act called for EIA to examine all ... -
Major limiting nutrients and lime requirement for bean production on three contrasting soils of Lake Victoria crescent agroecological zone
(Makerere University, 2016-11)Farmers in the Lake Victoria crescent mainly grow common beans on three soil types: Phaoezem, Cambisol and Umbrisol, but the yield is still below the genetic potential. Some farmers have used organic fertilizers (1.3%), ... -
Occurrence, eco-toxicological risk assessment, sorption and degradation of selected emerging organic chemical pollutants in water and sediments of Lake Victoria, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-03)The occurrence of emerging chemical pollutants (ECPs) including; 25 pharmaceuticals, 11 personal care products, 6 plasticizers and 8 organophosphorus flame retardants was investigated in water and sediment samples collected ... -
Ocurence of culturable Vibrio Cholerae from Lake Victoria, and Rift Valley Lakes Albert and George, Uganda
(Wiley Publishing, 2012)Vibrio cholerae, a bacterium that causes cholera, poses a human health risk when consumed via untreated or contaminated water. Monthly investigations into the presence of V. cholerae from Lakes Albert, George and Victoria ... -
Organic pollutants in the atmospheric and aquatic environments of Lake Victoria
(Makerere University, 2015-12)The large surface area of Lake Victoria and the multitude of chemical-emitting activities in the lake’s watershed provide for elevated potential for atmospheric loading of organic pollutants yet there remain limited ... -
A qualitative evaluation of alternative development strategies for Ugandan fisheries
(The International Food Policy Research Institute, 2004-09)The fisheries sector contributes greatly to the Ugandan economy in terms of income; employment and export revenue; yet recent developments, especially the reducing fish stocks, are posing a big threat to the sector. This ... -
Quality attributes and drying rate of Silver Cyprinid (Rastrineobola Argentea) during different processing methods
(Makerere University, 2018)The proper handling and processing of the highly perishable silver cyprinid (Rastrineobola argentea) could contribute towards alleviation of food insecurity by directly acting as a food resource and through employment for ... -
Sediment dispersion at the shore of Lake Victoria: A case study of Ggaba, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2013-10)This study assessed the sediment and nutrient loads from Ggaba into Lake Victoria, and investigated the vertical dispersion of sediments at the shore, and seasonal distribution of sediments and selected NPS nutrients at ...