College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHuSS): Recent submissions
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Women and peacebuilding in Northern Nigeria, 1952-2018
(Makerere University, 2023-08)The participation of women in peacebuilding in Northern Nigeria has been underrated and understudied, despite their unsung contribution. This study sought to examine and historicise the role that women played in building ... -
Relationship between reward management systems and staff performance at Uganda Prisons Service Headquarters, Parliamentary Avenue, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2023-10)The study was conducted to examine the relationship between reward management systems and staff performance at Uganda Prisons Service Headquarters, Parliamentary Avenue, Kampala, specifically; to establish the types of ... -
Assessing the implementation of the rights of refugees in Uganda: a case study of Somali Refugees in Kisenyi, Kampala District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-12)The rights of refugees and basic human rights are closely intertwined. Today's human rights abuses can lead to tomorrow's refugee movements. This study aimed at investigating the implementation of refugee rights in Uganda, ... -
HIV/AIDS-related stigma and adherence to antiretroviral therapy: the mediational role of depression
(Makerere University, 2023-12)The high levels of non-adherence to ART are a public health concern, and recent evidence suggests that it might be a consequence of HIV/AIDS-related stigma and depression. This study sought to explore whether depression ... -
Depression, social support and health related quality of life of newly diagnosed HIV positive adults Receiving Antiretroviral Therapy (ART)
(Makerere University, 2023-12)This study examined the relationships between depression, social support and health related quality of life of newly diagnosed HIV positive patient receiving ART. A sample size of 169 adults newly diagnosed with HIV was ... -
The influence of rewards on turnover intention among other ranks officers in Uganda Police Force: a case of Field Force Unit
(Makerere University, 2023-12)The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of rewards on turnover intention among other ranks Police officers in Uganda Police force. The study was guided by the following specific objectives: to establish the ... -
Presidential elections and the right to freedom of expression of opposition political parties in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Presidential elections in Uganda have been a subject of debate coupled with criticism from stakeholders regarding the right to freedom of expression of the opposition political parties. This study examined the impact of ... -
Youth engagement in development interventions in Homa Bay County, Kenya
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Despite numerous youth development interventions targeting youth development in Kenya, youth engagement is still low. This study in Homa Bay County, Western Kenya, assessed the extent of youth engagement and the factors ... -
The effect of centralised media buying on Ministry of Water and Environment advertising in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-12)This study examines the Effect of Centralised Media Buying on Ministry of Water and Environment Advertising in Uganda. A purely qualitative approach was used. The empirical part is based on in-depth interviews with advertisers ... -
Gender dynamics on women’s participation in sports leadership: a case of sports organisations in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-04)The study set out to interrogate the influence of gender dynamics on women’s participation in sports leadership in Uganda. A single case study research design was adopted to address the following study objectives: 1. ... -
Interrogating child vulnerabilities in selected Ugandan contemporary fiction
(Makerere University, 2023-12)This study interrogates child vulnerabilities in Ugandan contemporary fiction in Waiting, Secrets no More, Fate of the Banished and Footprints of the Outsider. It does not only portray child vulnerability but also goes ... -
New districts’ creation and delivery of primary education services in Lamwo district, uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-11)New districts’ creation has been an ongoing process all over the world. In the past twenty years, majority of national governments in Africa initiated and deepened the transfer of powers and resources to a range of ... -
The question of ideology and security institutions: a case Of Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF)
(Makerere University, 2023-11)The study is about the question of ideology in the Uganda Peoples’ Defense Forces, guided by the following objectives; to analyze the nature and characteristics of ideology of the UPDF, examining the ways in which the ... -
Assessing the realization of trader tenants' rights : a case study in Kampala Central Business District
(Makerere University, 2023)The rights of trader tenants in Kampala business district are abused and neglected by relevant authorities. The main objective of the study was to contribute on the enhancement of the protection of the traders tenants’ ... -
Land grabbing and food security in Luwero District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-10)This study delves into land grabbing and food security in Luwero District, Uganda. The research objectives were to establish the nature of land-grabbing practices; to examine factors influencing land grabbing on food ... -
Women in traditional governance institutions in Kenya: historicising the Agikuyu 'Ndundu Cia Aaka,' 1925-2010
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Across the African continent, traditional institutions of governance have demonstrated resilience in every aspect of African life. These institutions are re-emerging in modern democratic governance structures to solve ... -
Social Media Addiction, Sleep Deprivation, and Depression among Undergraduate Makerere University Students
(Makerere University, 2023-12-14)Social media addiction is one of the newest addictions in the world today. Social media is designed in an addictive manner that it has resulted into notable negative consequences, such as, poor sleep, low academic performance, ... -
The phenomenon of religious extremism among the Muslims in Uganda : a case of Busoga region
(Makerere University, 2023)This study examined the phenomenon of religious extremism among the Muslims in Uganda. Its main objective was to investigate the main drivers of this phenomenon, its manifestations and the consequences arising from it with ... -
Couple Experiences of Loss and Grief after having a Stillbirth in Kampala, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2023-12-13)Stillbirth is one of the most unfavorable, sudden and devastating outcomes of pregnancy for couples and leaves lasting scars on the lives of those who have endured it. Stillbirth is common and causes physical and psychological ... -
Experiences of preschool teachers working with children with autism spectrum disorder in selected schools in and around Kampala
(Makerere University, 2023-12)More children are being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) globally and in Uganda, with an increased need for early interventions including education. For example, children with ASD are being integrated in ...