School of Economics (SE) Collections: Recent submissions
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The effect of trade liberalization on Uganda’s trade balance
(Makerere University, 2023-11)This paper examines the effect of trade liberalization on Uganda’s trade balance given that the National Development Plan (NDP) III of Uganda notes that the country's trade balance has remained in deficit. The study considers ... -
The dynamics of food accessibility and diversity in IDP camps in South Sudan
(Makerere University, 2023-10)The Dynamics of Food Accessibility and Diversity in IDP Camps in South Sudan: A case study of Malakal and Melut IDP camps of Upper Nile state. Existing Literature suggests that there is evidence of high malnutrition cases ... -
The effect of foreign direct investment on tax revenue in Uganda (1990-2021)
(Makerere University, 2023-08)The objective of this research paper is to analyze the effect of foreign direct investment (FDI) on tax revenue in Uganda. Inward foreign direct investment, outward foreign direct investment, Gross Domestic Product, ... -
Household energy demand in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-06)The study analyzed determinants of household fuel energy access and levels of use efficiency using Uganda National Panel Survey data of 2009-2016. Two econometric approaches were used to examine energy access and energy ... -
The relationship between international trade and economic growth in Uganda (1990-2021)
(Makerere University, 2023-12)The study investigates the relationship between international trade and economic growth in Uganda with imports and exports as the measure of trade. Between 1990 and 1995, Uganda implemented liberalization policies, both ... -
Effect of government- expenditure on agricultural sector on economic growth in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Fiscal policy is one of the key instrument a government applies to foster economic growth. The policy is mainly concerned with raising government revenue and incurring of government expenditure. The effectiveness of ... -
Effects of inflation and unemployment on economic growth in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Since economic growth raises living standards and other relevant issues, it becomes crucial to the development of any country. Achieving sustainable economic growth is something Uganda needs to prioritize more. The expansion ... -
Effect of ICT innovations on tax compliance in Uganda: A case of the Kakasa Business Solutions on small and medium enterprises in the Ndeeba Trading Centre
(Makerere University, 2023-11)This study examined the effect of ICT innovations on tax compliance in Uganda using a case of SMEs in Ndeeba trading centre Lubaga Division Kampala District. Specifically, the study assessed the effect of Digital Tracking ... -
Gross domestic saving and economic growth in Uganda: empirical evidence from vector error correction modelling
(Makerere University, 2023-11)This study examines the effect of gross domestic savings (GDS) on economic growth in Uganda using annual time series data over the period 1990 – 2021 using Vector Autoregressive (VAR) and Vector Error Correction Model ... -
Effect of out-of-pocket health expenditure on the welfare of the Ugandan population
(Makerere University, 2023-11)This study delves into the complex and multifaceted relationship between out-of-pocket healthcare expenditure and welfare, with a focus on Uganda as a case study. The investigation employs an Autoregressive Distributed Lag ... -
Determinants of export performance in Tanzania
(Makerere University, 2023-11)This study examined the key determinants that impact Tanzania's export performance using the OLS method. The findings revealed that GDP per capita, FDI, and inflation are positively related to exports while annual population ... -
Effect of covid-19 pandemic on pupil enrollment in public primary schools in Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023-11)This study investigated the profound effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on pupil enrollment in in public primary schools in Uganda, with a particular emphasis on the period before and after lockdown measures were imposed. The ... -
Contribution of vocational education and training towards employment among the youth
(Makerere University, 2021-10)This study examined the contribution of vocational education and training on employment among the youth in Uganda. The study employed a cross sectional design using purely quantitative methods of data collection. The study ... -
The effect of foreign direct investment on unemployment in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11)The main purpose of this study was to comprehensively investigate the relationship between Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) flows and unemployment levels in Uganda. The study applied the ordinary least squares methodology ... -
The effect of external debt on economic growth in Kenya (1980-2020)
(Makerere University, 2023-11)The effects of foreign borrowing on economic growth have been a subject of debate in the academic and policy circles. This study examined the effect of external debt on economic growth in Kenya over the period 1980–2020. ... -
External debt and economic growth in Uganda (1990-2021)
(Makerere University, 2023-09)This research report investigated the effect of external debt on economic growth in Uganda using annual time series data of 1990 to 2021. It was guided by objectives that is to investigate the effect of external debt on ... -
The effect of regional integration on intra-regional trade flows in East Africa, a case of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11)Regional Integration plays a key role in the trade flows of a country. East African Community (EAC) is a regional integration comprising Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, and South Sudan. This study examines the ... -
Three essays on maternal and newborn health in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-10)Maternal and newborn health have not improved enough in Uganda to meet national and global development targets. The maternal mortality ratio in the country as of June 2023 was 336/100,000 live births, compared to the Uganda ... -
Domestic investment and economic growth in Uganda: A time series analysis (1986-2016)
(Makerere University, 2023-08)The Ugandan economy is a mixed economy where both the public and private sector play a dominant role in terms of development potential. Uganda has implemented an ambitious programme of economic liberalization with reforms ... -
Effect of agency banking on financial inclusion in Uganda: A case study of ABSA bank (formerly Barclays)
(Makerere University, 2021-03)This study examined the effect of agency banking on financial inclusion in Uganda. Specifically, the study assessed the relationship between agency banking and financial inclusion; ascertained the relationship between the ...