Browsing by Subject "Wetland resources"
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Contribution of wetland resources to household food security in Uganda
Background: In Uganda, nearly 1.4 million people are currently food insecure, with the prevalence of food energy deficiency at the country level standing at 37%. Local farmers are vulnerable to starvation in times of ... -
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 ... -
Impact of land use types on Nsooba stream: case study of Bukoto I to Bwaise III
(Makerere University, 2020-11-15)A study was conducted to determine the impact of land use type on water quality in Nsooba stream. The objectives of the study were: 1) to map the different land use types along Nsooba stream, 2) to assess the water quality ... -
Performance-evaluation of an integrated papyrus-bivalves mesocosms in cleansing aquaculture effluent
(Makerere University, 2021-05)The contribution of fish farming to people’s socioeconomic wellbeing is central for achieving sustainable development in developing countries. Nevertheless, intensive development of fish farming generates socioeconomic ... -
Wetland resource use and conservation practices by the local communities in Kanyum and Nyero Sub-Counties, Kumi District.
(Makerere University, 2009-11)Wetland resources use and conservation by the local communities of Kanyum and Nyero sub-counties in Kumi district was assessed between May and August, 2007. The objectives were to (i) identify and document different wetland ...