College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHuSS): Recent submissions
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Multi-agency approach to counter terrorism: a case study of operation Linda Nchi against Al-Shabaab in Boni forest in Lamu East Constituency, Lamu County, Kenya
(Makerere University, 2023-07)The global worry and concern over the threat of terrorism on the scale physical obliteration and ruins, deaths, sorrow and anguish to humanity, economic losses and devastations, insecurity and the general challenges on the ... -
Turkey's engagement in peace building in Somalia: challenges and opportunities
(Makerere University, 2023-12)The study sought to examine Turkey's engagement in peace-building in Somalia: challenges and opportunities. The study’s objectives were; to establish the Turkish efforts towards establishing sustainable peace in Somalia; ... -
Resilience building for child survivors of sexual exploitation: NGO practices in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Childhood should be a time that is enjoyable. However, survivors of sexual exploitation in Africa face a lot of hardships. Evidence has it that most of the efforts to build resilience are guided by western models. In Africa, ... -
Experiences of having a baby for first-time parents living with HIV/AIDs: A qualitative study at selected health facilities in Kampala and Wakiso Districts
(Makerere University, 2023)Background: Decision-making, planning, pregnancy and transitioning to parenthood may pause different and unique experiences for first–time parents; yet research on these perspectives among HIV parents has been limited. ... -
Religious peace builders: an evaluation of Muslim women leaders’ initiatives in Kampala district
(Makerere University, 2023-12)To harness the full potential of religion as a catalyst for promoting stability and resilience in communities, achieving gender-inclusivity in religious peace building is crucial. The complexities of contemporary conflicts ... -
Border security on shared water resource in Uganda: the case of Lake Victoria and Albert
(Makerere University, 2023-09)National security remains the main interest of any state. Territorial integrity, sovereignty and maintenance of physical boundaries of any country has for long been the sure way of attainment of national security. However, ... -
Youth unemployment and violent crime in Kawempe division
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Globally, youth unemployment and crime are critical in ensuring peace, justice and strong institution as espoused by the 2015 sustainable development goals and Uganda‘s vision 2040. Despite the concerted efforts to provide ... -
Help-seeking barriers for gender-based violence victims in the Uganda police force: a case study of Naguru Police Barracks
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Gender-based violence (GBV) remains a critical issue worldwide, affecting individuals irrespective of their gender identity, but particularly impacting women and marginalized groups. Despite efforts to combat GBV, barriers ... -
The effects of policing on the social and emotional well-being of police officers' families: a case study of Kampala Metropolitan North, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Policing is vital for maintaining societal peace, yet it's recognized globally as one of the most challenging occupations. Despite this acknowledgment, the effects of policing on officers' families' social and emotional ... -
An exposé of the challenges of access to and utilization of strategic climate change information in peace keeping operations
(Makerere University, 2023-12)The general objective of this study was to shed light on the complexities surrounding access to and utilization of crucial climate change information during peacekeeping operations. The specific objectives encompass ... -
Conflict or harmony? Unraveling how media shape public perception of wildlife in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)Globally, media outlets are key sources of information that influence public opinions, perceptions and attitudes. These ultimately impact conservation outcomes and wildlife protection. It is therefore imperative to understand ... -
Role of Taso-Mulago’s communication strategies in promoting adherence to antiretroviral treatment among adolescents living with HIV
(Makerere University, 2023-12)This research investigates the pivotal role of communication strategies in fostering adherence to Antiretroviral treatment among adolescents (13-19) living with HIV in Uganda, specifically within the context of TASO Mulago. ... -
The role of electronic media in promoting Ugandan cinema: a case study of NTV and Bukedde Television
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Cinema was introduced in Uganda way back in 1930s but has remained critically underdeveloped in the home-grown context. The factors that previous researchers have identified to explain this scenario do not include the role ... -
Prison security strategies and prison escape: a case of Uganda Government Prisons-Mbale
(Makerere University, 2023-10)Drawing on the Routine Activities Theory of Cohen and Felson (1979), the study established how prison security strategies curb prison escapes. Literature was reviewed under themes that reflect specific research objectives ... -
Gender and public health space: a case of career progression of female doctors in Uganda Public Medical Services
(Makerere University, 2023-12)The health sector is one of the most crucial sectors in the world where female doctors could play a significant role. Women play a vital role in Uganda’s socioeconomic development generally, and the health sector in ... -
Interplay of refugee influx and environmental degradation: a peace and conflict inquiry in Kyaka II Refugee Settlement
(Makerere University, 2023-12)This study investigated the effects of refugee inflow on the natural environment of host communities using a case of Kyaka II refugee settlement. In particular, the study sought to: examine the effect of refugee inflow on ... -
Crime scene management for successful prosecution of homicide cases in Ntungamo District
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Crime scene management dates back to the year 1975 when Henry Fielding started a small group of volunteers in the city of London. In the United States of America, following Supreme Court rulings in the 1980s in several ... -
Enhancing traffic law enforcement to promote human security: a case of boda boda cyclists in Kira Municipality
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Boda boda accidents represent a significant yet overlooked emerging public security concern in both developed and developing nations, contributing substantially to overall road traffic incidents. Despite causing injuries ... -
Welfare programmes and employee satisfaction in Uganda Police Force: a case study of Katwe Police Division
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Uganda is still grappling with welfare challenges ranging from poor housing of government employees. The Uganda Police Force has come up with a number of welfare programmes to increase motivation and productivity among the ... -
The right to liberty for suspected capital offenders in police custody in regard to the constitutional 48 hours rule in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Respect, protection and promotion of human rights including the protection of personal liberty is a pre-condition for achieving a state of peace. In Uganda, this right provides that an accused person shall, if not earlier ...