Makerere University Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Patterns and short term outcome of non-operative management of pediatric wrist fractures seen at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2022-06-10)Background: Management for most pediatric wrist fractures is non-operative with closed reduction and immobilization. At Mulago National Referral Hospital (MNRH), the prevalence of pediatric wrist fractures among pediatric ... -
Analysis of non-performing loans in micro finance deposit taking institutions (MDIs) in Uganda: a case study of Pride Microfinance Limited
(Makerere University, 2022-04-27)The purpose of the study was to analyze Non-performing Loans in Ugandan Micro Deposit-taking Institutions using Pride Microfinance Limited (PML) as a case study. The study focused on establishing the trend in Non-performing ... -
Utilizing heated pollen and Androgenesis pathways for the production of haploids in cassava
(Makerere University, 2022-05-16)It takes no less than eight years to develop a new variety because the cassava breeding cycle is long, and its multiplication rate slow. Cassava breeding is based on the use of heterozygous progenitors, which has important ... -
The leadership role of forum for women in democracy (FOWODE) in the development of democracy in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2013-07)This study was carried out with the aim of examining the leadership role of FOWODE in the development of democracy through empowering women to participate in politics. The objectives of the study centered on the establishment ... -
Assessment of the effect of climate smart agriculture adoption on household food security in Nakasongola district, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-05)Under climate variability and change situation, Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) has been proposed as a strategic response action that has potential to achieve triple objectives of increasing agricultural productivity and ... -
The right to health for children receiving antiretroviral drugs in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2006-08)This study is about the Challenges of Implementing the Right to health for the children receiving ARVs conducted at of the Joint Clinical Research Center. HIV/AIDS is a worldwide health problem affecting the young and the ... -
Intern doctors' perceptions of their hospital learning environment in Uganda: a multi center study
(Makerere University, 2022-04-14)BACKGROUND: Globally, internship training occurs in a learning/working environment in which there is a rift with regards to setting an equilibrium between the education and clinical services arm and hence the need for ... -
Prevalence, radiological and clinical presentation of lumbar spondylolisthesis among patients with lower back pain at Mulago National Referral Hospital
(Makerere University, 2021-09)Introduction: Lumbar spondylolisthesis is a major cause of morbidity worldwide. In 2018, 39 million people were found to have LS worldwide. In Uganda, a study done in Mulago hospital in 2005 revealed that 4.9% of all lower ... -
Parenting experiences, social support and coping strategies of parents having children with autism spectrum disorder in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2022-05)Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a term used to describe a range of neuro-developmental conditions with shared core symptoms of impaired social interaction, communication abilities and behaviors. ASD affects many children ... -
Design optimization of communal solar powered irrigation systems
(Makerere University, 2022)Communal solar powered irrigations systems (SPIS) have the potential for sharing the upfront costs hence encouraging farmers to adopt irrigation. Conventional methods of sizing Photovoltaic Water Pumping (PVWP) system for ... -
Social sustainability and the Ugandan Haute Couture Visual Aesthetic: articulating the contemporary value of past traditions.
(Makerere University, 2022-05-10)The stride backwards to move forward exhibited by contemporary Ugandan haute couture artefacts amidst modern fashion aesthetic innovations, has repositioned past traditions as constructive in the contemporary 21st ... -
Assessment of retention and virologic suppression of HIV positive clients on community pharmacy antiretroviral refill program in Kampala : retrospective cohort study
(Makerere University, 2022)Explanatory factors for poor retention and high viral load (VL) include; long waiting lines, congestion at the facility, poor adherence to treatment, side effects of drugs and long distance to facilities. To improve these ... -
Effect of mentorship and technical health systems strengthening (MaTHSS) model on HIV/AIDS medicines management at private not for profit health facilities in Uganda : a retrospective before and after study
(Makerere University, 2021)Introduction: In Uganda, HIV medicines management at the health facility levels has been a challenge leading to perennial stock-outs and wastage due to heavy expiries and pilferage. This further impacts the number of HIV ... -
Uptake of assisted partner notification services in high volume HIV care and treatment public health facilities in Tororo District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021)Introduction: HIV testing service (HTS) is an important entry point for HIV prevention and treatment programs. Globally, of the 36 million people estimated to have HIV in 2015, 40% remained undiagnosed. About half of the ... -
Mobile money services and financial inclusion in rural Uganda, a case study of mobile money users in Buikwe district
(Makerere University, 2022-04)The study examined the relationship between mobile money services and financial inclusion in rural areas in Uganda using a case study mobile money users in Buikwe district. Specifically, the study examined: the relationship ... -
Debt financing and the increasing real estate pricing with a case study of Nansana municipality.
(Makerere University, 2021-03)There has been an ever-growing demand for housing in Uganda. Though this may spell booming business for real estate financing investments, this has not been the case, at least in relation to financial performance. The study ... -
Learning management system as an authentic assessment tool : the case of Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2022)The latest advances in technology have transformed teaching, learning and assessment in the higher education landscape. The transformations have enabled several universities to utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) ... -
Effect of Silicon and Potassium on growth and yield of East African Highland Banana
(Makerere University, 2022)Soil fertility is a major constraint to East African highland banana (hereafter referred to as highland banana) and a key concern for ongoing research efforts. Among primary nutrients, potassium (K) is by far the most ... -
Farmers’ willingness to participate in alternative delivery channels of improved bean seed
(Makerere University, 2018-04)The conventional seed delivery channels have mainly delivered improved seed of hybrid varieties and vegetables and little of the open-pollinated varieties such as common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris). The pan-African bean ... -
Agricultural exports and economic growth in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-05-10)Agriculture is the backbone of the Uganda’s economy as it contributes 24 percent of the country’s GDP, employs over 72 percent of the population and accounts for 31 percent of Uganda’s exports. As such, the agricultural ...