Browsing School of Forestry, Environmental and Geographical Sciences (SFEGS) Collections by Type
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Assessing the effects of land use/ cover change on the carbon stocks in Kaliro District, Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02)In Kaliro District, anecdotal evidence suggests that land use/ cover has been changing very fast with implications on woody biomass. It is also believed that Kaliro District has suffered major deforestation and degradation ... -
Assessing the impact of rainfall variation on water resources in Iganga district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-11-18)Rainfall is one of the key weather and climate elements that affect most economic activities especially in the tropics. Therefore understanding of local rainfall patterns, its variability between seasons and across years, ... -
Assessing the influence of road infrastructure development on land value dynamics in Kampala city
(Makerere University, 2022-12-16)There are demonstrable economic impacts of road infrastructure on land values (Negashi. et.al, 2022; Herrera. et.al, 2021; Shrestha, S. A., 2020; Song. et.al, 2019; Tideman. et.al, 2017). As such, these impacts have ... -
Assessing the potential of rainwater harvesting in Kumi Town Council
(Makerere University, 2013-07)Kumi district has been known for its problem of water scarcity for a long time. This is partly due to the low water table and the presence of the basement rock which presents difficulty in abstracting and developing ground ... -
Assessing the potential of recycling sugarcane pressmud and bagasse using vermicomposting
(Makerere University, 2023)The sugar processing industry highly contributes to socioeconomic development and livelihood support in Uganda. However, the industry generates huge quantities of wastes including: bagasse, sugarcane pressmud and vinnase ... -
An assessment of agricultural loss and damage related to floods in Kyoga basin: a case study of Kapiri catchment
(Makerere University, 2019-11)Globally, floods are among the most destructive disasters. They disrupt economic growth, destroy people’s livelihoods and cause food insecurity thereby undermining the well being of floodplain residents. Empirical evidence ... -
An assessment of briquette making as an alternative solution to solid waste management in Kampala City
(Makerere University, 2021-01-30)Solid waste management services Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area (GKMA) are characterized by ineffective, inefficiency and unequal distribution of the service to all city residents. This makes city dwellers especially in ... -
Assessment of domestic water quality in the peri-urban settlements of Lira Municipality, Lira District
(Makerere University, 2008)Lira Municipality has had domestic water stress and poor sanitation due to the displacement of the rural community as a result of the 20 years LRA insurgency. This study was conducted to identify the major domestic water ... -
An assessment of Environmental and Social Implications of Stone Quarrying in Nakisunga Sub-County, Mukono District, Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-10-06)ABSTRACT The unquenchable demand for rock materials has attracted many companies within the building and construction sector to invest in stone quarrying. However, this has brought about environmental and social impacts. ... -
Assessment of forest degradation and fragmentation in the refugee hosting landscape of Kikuube District, Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-02)There have been growing concerns over the increasing impact of refugees on sustainable natural resource management surrounding refugee settlements within the various countries hosting large refugee populations such as ... -
Assessment of human-wildlife co-existence strategies adopted by communities living in and around Queen Elizabeth National Park
(Makerere University, 2023)Human-wildlife co-existence is a prerequisite for protected area conservation. Many studies have been carried out on human-wildlife conflict and local communities’ exploitation of protected areas resources besides a long ... -
Assessment of Kampala Capital City as potential sustainable tourism destination in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-08)City tourism is one of the fastest growing travel categories in the world, and in many places, the changing character of city tourism is becoming increasingly obvious. The study set out to assess the potential of Kampala ... -
Assessment of landuse/cover changes and their drivers in and around Nakivubo wetland.
(Makerere University, 2023-11-22)Wetlands such as Nakivubo provide a wide range of ecosystem services. Despite its well-known importance, Nakivubo wetland has been vulnerable to drivers of land use change which have affected its spatial coverage and ... -
Assessment of lead quantities, perceptions and awareness of health risks from lead-based paints sold in Kampala metropolitan area
(Makerere University, 2022-03)Lead (Pb) compounds have historically been used by paint manufacturers to speed up drying, increase durability, maintain a fresh appearance and resist moisture that causes corrosion. Paint manufacturing is one of the ... -
Assessment of local communities' participation in the restoration and sustainable management of Rwoho wetland, Ntungamo district
(Makerere University, 2023-10)Wetlands cover 4%–9% of global land surface and in Uganda they cover about 11% of the total land area. They are one of the most vital ecological and economic resources, providing a wide range of tangible and non-tangible ... -
Assessment of Medical Waste Management Practices and Health Impacts in Selected Government and Private Hospitals in Kampala and Wakiso Districts, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Medical waste include hazardous and infectious substances with a potential to cause human ill health and environment contamination. However,facilities in developing countries extensively lack proper waste segregation, ... -
Assessment of Meteorological and Streamflow Drought Characteristics in Agago Sub-Catchment, Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-02-15)A sound understanding of the characteristics and interactions between meteorological and streamflow drought patterns is vital for drought early warning. This study assessed meteorological and streamflow drought characteristics ... -
An assessment of meteorological drought occurrence and severity in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2013)In the tropics, precipitation in the form of rainfall varies seasonally resulting into droughts and floods as extreme weather events that are causing great economic impact especially on agriculture and water resources. ... -
Assessment of Point Water Source Use and Management in Dodoth East County, Kaabong District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-05-10)There is escalating global water resource utilization due to the growing population, changes in consumption patterns and the energy industry among others. The demand has resulted in an unsustainable water use, especially ... -
An assessment of rainfall onset variability for optimized planting decision making in Nakaseke District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2019-08)Climate variability has enormous impact on agricultural production and the well-being of communities in Uganda and the world at large. The lack of reliable anticipative information on rainfall onsets that mark the beginning ...