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Human-environment interactions of the Palabek Cultural Landscapes in the last 2000 years
(Makerere University, 2021-04)
The general perception of pioneering archaeological researchers in Uganda was that northern Uganda and Palabek, in particular, was dry and sparsely populated land, not conducive to human habitation, and hence no archaeological ...
A historical perspective of the dynamics of terrorism in Uganda, 1976 -2015
(Makerere University, 2021-03)
This study historicises the” terrorism” debate in Uganda between 1976 – 2015. It aims at rethinking the evolution of the meaning of the concept “terrorism”, its manifestations, causes and the state’s responses to it through ...
From mission to local church: a history on the ‘indigenization’ of the Catholic Church in Buganda, 1913 - 2012
(Makerere University, 2021-04)
The African struggle to ‘indigenize’ the version of Christianity received from Europeans is a struggle that has been on since Christianity reached the continent. It only gaining momentum in the 20th century as Africa geared ...
A history of elderly parent care giving in Kenya, Mumias East Sub-County, 1963-2016
(Makerere University, 2021-05-03)
The purpose of this study was to explore the history of care giving to the elderly parents and its sustainability in Mumias East sub-county, Kenya. It examined the support from family and attitude towards care and the ...
Adequate marriage preparation as a basis for stability in families : a case study of Jinja Karoli Parish, Kampala Archdiocese
(Makerere University, 2020-12)
The topic dealt with in this study was Adequate Marriage Preparation as a Basis for Stability in Families (case Study, Jinja Karoli Parish Kampala Archdiocese). The study intended to contribute to the development of the ...
Thematic compositions for social communication: analysis of set pieces for the Uganda National Post Primary music competitions
(Makerere University, 2020-10)
In this study, the researcher investigates how the themes embedded in the set pieces for National Post Primary music competitions are used as a medium of communication to disseminate various national issues. The Uganda ...
The influence of colonialism on marriage practices among the Baganda (1894-1962): A case of Nangabo Subcounty
(Makerere University, 2021)
This study investigated the influence of the British colonialism on the marriage institution of Buganda, taking Nangabo sub-county in Kyadondo county as the case study from 1894-1962. The purpose of the study was to trace ...
Protection of child rights and mitigation of child abuse : a case of community response mechanisms in Hoima District
(Makerere University, 2021-03)
The purpose of the study was to examine protection of child rights and mitigation of child rights in Hoima District – Uganda. It aimed at establishing factors that lead to child abuse and neglect despite the existence of ...
Freedom of expression, hate speech and regulation of social media: a case study of Facebook and Twitter in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2021-11)
Internet technology is a game-changer in the way Ugandans access information and communicate especially Web 2:0. Social media use in Uganda has enabled freedom of expression, and human connection through sharing information, ...
Identity, indigeneity, and citizenship: the Nubi ethnic minority in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-04)
The study sought to examine how and why the Nubi were able to maintain and consolidate their identity in Uganda from the time of their arrival in the 1890s to 1995 when they were incorporated into the Ugandan Constitution ...