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Non-timber forest products markets: actors and income determinants
(2019-01)Trade in non-timber forest products (NTFP) is important in enhancing livelihoods of communities adjacent to forests. However, knowledge about actors and NTFP income determinants in Uganda is scanty. Yet this information ... -
An Examination of the Impact of the Macroeconomic Factors on the Performance of Stocks Listed on the Uganda Securities Exchange
(Makerere University, 2017-10)This study examines the influence of foreign exchange rate volatility and interest rate, on the stock performance of the firms listed on the Uganda Securities Exchange (USE). Using the Arbitrage Pricing Model on 16 firms ... -
The problems facing Sudanese women refugees in Mireyi Refugee Camp in Adjumani District and their coping mechanisms
(2018-11)This paper have examines problems facing women refugees in Mireyi camp, in Adjumani district, of Uganda. The research purpose was to assess the various refugees’ ways of life in the refugee camps around Adjumani District, ... -
Seasonal variability of pasture biomass and carrying capacity in Karamoja Sub-Region
(Makerere University, 2018-11)Livestock in Karamoja defines the socio-cultural facets as the main financial capital and determinant of wealth, status, and resilience to climate variability shocks. However, pasture biomass for livestock is becoming a ... -
Self-stigma, depressive symptoms and coping strategies among caregivers of children with mental disorder in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018-10)People with mental disorder suffer from stigma in addition to the illness itself; their caregivers also suffer from stigma of having a child with mental disorder. The study examined the levels and associations between self- ... -
Poverty: A hindrance to integral human development in Wadelai Catholic Parish in light of Populorum Progressio
(Makerere University, 2019-01-10)In our society today, the value of human life and the integral development of the human person in all strata of life are under direct attack from anti-life forces or enemies of life like poverty, injustices, abortion, ... -
Incidence and molecular variability of cassava brown streak disease in Rwanda
(Makerere University, 2018)In Rwanda, despite the importance of cassava as staple food, its production is greatly limited by biotic and abiotic constrains leading to poor yields. One of the most important constraints to cassava production is the ... -
Begomoviruses infecting cassava and their interaction with brown streak viruses in Kenya
(Makerere University, 2018-11)Cassava mosaic begomoviruses are known to occur together within the same host and have a high rate of recombination. CMBs have also been reported to co-infect cassava with CBSVs, resulting in enhanced symptom expression. ... -
Investigating the role of community radio in disseminating income poverty alleviation messages in rural communities: A case study of Kagadi-Kibaale Community Radio
(Makerere University, 2018-08)This study “Investigating the role of community radio in disseminating Income poverty Alleviation messages in rural communities: A case study of Kagadi-Kibaale Community Radio (KKCR)” shows how effective community radio ... -
Family expressed emotions, treatment adherence and symptom relapse among schizophrenia patients in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2018)Symptom relapse among schizophrenia patients has become a global concern and accounts for the majority (75%) of the readmission cases. Studies world-over indicate that in consistence to treatment regiments predicts disease ... -
Gender, science self-efficacy and science related career aspirations among ordinary level students in Wakiso District
(Makerere University, 2018-12)The study examined the gender difference in science self-efficacy and science related career aspirations and the influence of science self-efficacy on science related career aspirations among ordinary level students in ... -
Design review and capacity improvement Project Lot B, Kampala Northern Bypass
(Makerere University, 2018-08)The study was done specifically to this project to undertake a design review and construction supervision of the physical construction of the works on behalf of the Uganda National Roads Authority while ensuring that the ... -
An assessment of smallholder dairy farmer innovations in Malawi
(Makerere University, 2018-04-22)The smallholder farmer dominated dairy industry in Malawi has undergone tremendous transformation in the past two decades. Access to markets and ever- changing market demands trigger innovations in the dairy value chain ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with malaria in children receiving systemic cancer chemotherapy at Uganda Cancer Institute
(Makerere University, 2018)Background: Although significant strides have been made towards prevention, malaria remains endemic in parts of Uganda and is still one of the top 5 causes of mortality among children aged under 5 years. The detection ... -
The effect of external debt on economic growth in East African countries
(Makerere University, 2017-12)The study analyzed the effect of external debt on economic growth in East African countries. It used quarterly panel data where gross domestic product was endogenous variable measuring economic growth as a function of ... -
Redesigning and construction of Kasana HC IV, Luweero District
(Makerere University, 2018-06)Good health is instrumental in facilitating socio-economic transformation. Over the years, Uganda has made some progress in improving the health conditions of its population including the people of Luweero District. In ... -
Social-cultural values that influence gendered decisions for pork consumption: A case study of pork retail outlets in Kampala District
(Makerere University, 2018-11-14)Globally, pork is the most extensively consumed meat due to its rich nutritional value: protein, iron, zinc, potassium, magnesium and vitamins (Murphy et al, 2014, Nguyen et al, 2015& UBOS, 2015). Consuming pork is important ... -
An empirical analysis of the effect of financial inclusion on poverty reduction in Uganda
(2018-12-20)The main objective of this study was to investigate the impact of financial inclusion on poverty reduction in Uganda focusing on mobile money as a channel for financial inclusion. Interest in mobile money effects on poverty ... -
Diet selection strategies of Grauer's Gorillas (Gorilla beringei graueri) in relation to nutritional benefits and exposure to hepatotoxic phytochemical in Mount Tshiabirimu Forest, Virunga National Park, DRC
(2018-10-01)The study aimed at understanding nutritional benefits and challenges encountered by the current population of Grauer’s gorillas on Mount Tshiabirimu within Virunga National Park. The relative concentrations of selected ... -
Perceptions of medical services offered to multi drug resistant tuberculosis patients in government health facilities in Masaka Regional Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2018)The study was conducted to establish the perceptions of medical services offered to MDR TB patients in Masaka regional referral hospital. The study adopted five objectives that is; to assess the patients’ understanding ...