Browsing College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) by Subject "Wetland conservation"
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An economic valuation of alternative wetland uses to the local community a case of Namatala wetland
(Makerere University, 2002-11)The study sought to identify, quantify, value and compare the economic value of alternative wetland uses to the Namatala wetland adjacent community. The study drew on primary data obtained from households, and use market ... -
The effects of the wetland policy on wetland conservation and peoples’ household incomes in Kabale District.
(Makerere University, 2014)This study aimed at establishing why wetland degradation persists and recommends various strategies in wetland policy implementation and for conservation. The specific objectives were to assess local peoples’ attitudes and ... -
Fish and water provisioning to the local communities by Naigombwa Wetland in Iganga District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-11-29)In Uganda wetlands cover 10.9% of the surface area of the country and provide ecosystem services that improve people’s livelihoods. This study investigated the role of Naigombwa wetland in Iganga District, Uganda in improving ... -
Local perceptions on wetland land use and land cover dynamics: a comparison of Mabamba-bay Ramsar site and Mende wetland, Wakiso district, central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-01-02)Wetlands are among the most important ecosystems that support livelihoods globally. This study assessed the local perceptions on use values and land cover and land use dynamics in two wetlands under different management ... -
Papayo wetland use-cover change and underpinning factors in the period 2015-2022
(Makerere University, 2023)Encroachment is one of the major challenges in Uganda’s wetlands that has accelerated wetlands degradation. However, restoration efforts in Uganda have had mixed success outcomes with re-encroachment being observed ... -
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 ...