School of Forestry, Environmental and Geographical Sciences (SFEGS): Recent submissions
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The impact of valley dam construction on environment in Karamoja: A case study of Longorikipi Dam; Bokora corridor wildlife Reserve, Karamoja, Uganda
(Makerere University., 2001-08)The study was carried out in Bokora Corridor Wildlife Reserve in Karamoja at Longorikipi dam. The major objective of the study was to investigate the impact of valley dams and livestock on the wildlife and vegetation of ... -
Abundance, population structure, distribution and socio-economic value of medicinal plant resources to the Tepeth community, Moroto district, Uganda
(Makerere University., 2003-07)The study aimed at determining the distribution, abundance, population structure and the socio-economic value of medicinal plant resources to the rural Tepeth community living in and adjacent to Mt. Moroto forest reserve. ... -
The impacts of oil palm plantations on land cover/use and communities' livelihoods on Bugala Island, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2017-11)The overall objective of the study was to investigate to what extent the introduction of oil palm (Elaeis guineensis) plantations has impacted on some aspects of the natural environment and community on Bugala Island, ... -
A study of microbial contaminants in vended food in selected areas in Kampala
(Makerere University., 2003-12)A study of the microbial contaminants in cooked vended food was carried out from four locations that were selected within Kampala city (City Centre, Kawempe, Nakawa and Wandegeya). Food samples were microbiologically ... -
A molecular genetic study of Bulinus species in Lake Albert (Butiaba Parish)
(Makerere University., 2003-12)In the interest of biodiversity as well as medicine, the precise knowledge of the identity of Bulinus snails in Lake Albert is needed since the snails are potential vectors of schistosomes that cause urinary schistosomiasis ... -
The population genetic structure of Africa Buffalo (Syncerus Caffer, Sparrmann 1786) in Uganda based on mitochonrial DNA control region sequence variations
(Makerere University., 2002-09-09)Until the 1950’s and 60’s the African buffaloes (Syncerus caffer) in Uganda were abundant and widely distributed. However recently, the buffaloes have been decimated and their range restricted to protected areas as a result ... -
The buffering capacity of Kinawataka wetland Kampala - Uganda; with particular emphasis to bacteriological indicators and suspended solids
(Makerere University., 2001-03)The buffering capacity of Kinawataka wetland was investigated with particular emphasis on the indicator organisms (faecal coliforms) and total suspended solids (TSS). Field measurements for physico-chemical parameters were ... -
The impact of elephants on agricultural productivity: A socio-economic evaluation of farmers/elephant conflict in Wakyato sub-county, Luwero District, Uganda
(Makerere University., 2001-12)This study was aimed at assessing the impact of the elephant on agricultural productivity in Wakyato sub-county Luwero district. The objectives of the study were; to value damages to crops by elephants, assess the methods ... -
Effect of deep-litter housing on pig performance and quality of pen environment
(Makerere University., 2017-03)A study lasting 90 days was conducted to evaluate pen environment conditions, growth performance and slaughter characteristics of growing pigs housed on either a solid concrete floor or deep Litter treated with indigenous ... -
Land use and land cover changes in Nsooba-Lubigi wetland system, Central Uganda
(Makerere University, 2017-10)A study was conducted to determine the contribution of land use and land cover to the degradation of Nsooba-Lubigi wetland system. The aim of the study was to identify changes in the land use and land cover that have been ... -
A community level economic value assessment of natural resources: The case of Sango Bay Forest Ecosystem, Rakai District, Uganda
(Makerere University., 2002-05)Biodiversity forms the basis for survival of human kind. It is the source of economic, ecological, as well as spiritual well-being of humankind, enabling humans to adapt to many changing situations both at regional or ... -
Effect of climate change and variability on upland rice yield in Lira district, Uganda
(Makerere University., 2017-05)Rice has become a primary food source for the bigger part of the population of Lira district, even though its productivity still remains low in the face of growing demand. The crop is likely to be significantly affected ... -
Performance of subsurface flow constructed wetlands in domestic wastewater treatment and their potential for increasing greenhouse gas emissions at Bugolobi sewerage treatment plant, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2017-10)Uganda is grappling with public health and eutrophication challenges of its water bodies, owing to persistence of microbial pathogens, excess nutrients and organic matter content in domestic and industrial wastewater ... -
The use of indigenous knowledge in the conservation of biological diversity in Sango Bay, Rakai District, Uganda
(Makerere University., 2003-10)The main findings of this study confirm that indigenous knowledge is being used to conserve biological diversity. Although some elites shunned it, over 80% of those interviewed were passing it on their off spring. More ... -
Distribution, diversity and abundance of macroinvertebrates in Kinawataka wetland
(Makerere University., 2003-02-25)Macroinvertebrate surveys of various habitats namely water pools, litter, and macrophytes particularly papyrus at four sampling sites yielded five classes macroinvertebrates namely oligochaete, Bivalve, hirudinea, Gastropoda ... -
Mapping land use and farm types in South Western Uganda: A case study of Muko and Katagata Catchment Areas in Kabale District
(Makerere University., 2007-08)The study entitled mapping land use/land cover and farm types in the selected catchments of Muko and Katagata was carried out in South Western Uganda in Kabale district. Muko catchment is located in Rubanda East County in ... -
Socio-economic analysis of beekeeping and effects of different technologies on honey yields in Lira and Adjumani districts, Uganda
(Makerere University., 2017-10-25)Beekeeping industry is an important source of income for many rural households in Uganda. In Lira and Adjumani districts several organizations are promoting commercial beekeeping but it is not clear whether the interventions ... -
Phenotypic characterization of indigenous goats and perception of farmers on indigenous versus crossbred goats in North-Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University., 2018-01)Understanding breed characteristics is important in guiding decision-making in livestock development and breeding programs, yet in Uganda livestock characterization has been mainly undertaken for cattle and little has been ... -
An evaluation of community participation in making of a district environment action plan: A case study of Bushenyi District
(Makerere University., 2003-10)Environmental Action Planning is a legal requirement for districts under the National Environment Statute, 1995, to achieve sustainable management of the environment. With the assistance of Donors, Bushenyi District Local ... -
Population structure and human utilization of the Cycad (Encephalartos Whitelockii) along River Mpanga, Western Uganda
(Makerere University, 2014)Cycads are listed in the IUCN Red list of threatened plants. They were abundant about 600 million years ago, but wild populations are now highly localized. Cycad species Encephalartos whitelockii (P.J.H. Hurter) exists ...