School of Forestry, Environmental and Geographical Sciences (SFEGS): Recent submissions
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Silvicultural practices in the management of Pinus caribaea and Eucalyptus grandis plantations in Uganda
(2014-08-06)This study assessed farmers’ silvicultural practices and the performance of their plantations and constraints faced in the management of Pinus caribaea and Eucalyptus grandis plantations in Bundibugyo, Kabarole and Mubende ... -
Land use and environmental degradation in fragile ecosystems: A case study of rangelands in Nakasongola District
(Makerere University, 2009-11)This study has examined the major land uses practices in Nakasongola district and documented key indicators of land degradation. The study focuses on a sample of 134 respondents drawn from two sub counties of Kakoge and ... -
Determinants of women’s secure access to land and forest resources: a case of Kpaatuo, Nimba County, Liberia
(2014-08-06)The study was conducted with the main objective of providing an insight on the factors that condition secure access to land and forest resources by women in North Western Liberia. The specific objectives were to; (1) ... -
Perception of and adaptation to climate change among agricultural communities of Kabarole District
(2014-08-06)This study sought to analyze perception of and adaptation to climate change among agricultural communities of Kabarole district. Specifically, the study examined farmers’ perceptions and understanding of climate change, ... -
The challenges of solid waste management: a case study of Kawempe and Rubaga division Kampala district, Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2009-12)Solid waste management is increasingly becoming the biggest problem in many urban centres of the world and Kampala is no exception. Research results in this report are from a study on the challenges of solid waste management ... -
Yield on agricultural wastes and antimicrobial efficacy of selected wild Pleurotus and Ganoderma mushrooms of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2010-09)Cotton seed husks dominate mushroom cultivation as a substrate in Uganda. However, their scarcity and cost reduce profitability of the venture yet there is a wide range of other potential unutilized wastes. Further, mushroom ... -
Reducing the carbon footprint from transportation in growing cities: Application of city planning approaches in Kampala City, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2012-06)This study addresses the carbon footprint of transportation in Kampala City and how city planning approaches can be used to reduce it. Kampala City`s development is attracting more vehicles onto its already congested ... -
The influence of gender-involvement in tree planting by Kubbi community farmers, Nebbi District Uganda
(Makerere University, 2011-07)Community participation in different activities is vital for sustainable development and environmental protection related issues. Community involvement in tree planting in Uganda is as old as modern agroforestry. This study ... -
Use patterns and ecological status of indigenous woody species in and around Agoro-Agu Central Forest Reserve, Uganda
(2014-08-06)Wooded ecosystems provide a range of goods and services to humankind especially to local rural communities in particular. The extraction of these resources raises concerns in relation to the ecological impacts on biodiversity ... -
An economic analysis of the potential for protecting wetlands in Uganda: A case study of Goma Sub-County wetlands, Mukono District
(Makerere University, 2008-11)The study analyzed the economic potentials for protecting wetland in Uganda. This is a consequence of the realization that despite government efforts to ban further large scale exploitation of wetlands, their loss to ... -
Problems, issues and challenges of community water projects in rural areas of Iganga District (Bugweri & Luuka Counties)
(Makerere University, 2011)The study was carried out to assess the problems, issues and challenges of community water projects in rural areas of Iganga District (Bugweri & Luuka Counties) and was guided by four objectives; to identify and evaluate ... -
The impact of environmental education on conservation practices by communities around Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda.
(2014-08-06)The study area is located in southwestern Uganda at the junction of the plain and mountain forests around Bwindi National Park. It lies in the Kigezi Highlands of southwestern Uganda overlooking the western rift valley, ... -
Farmers’ vulnerability and adaptation to climate change around Queen Elizabeth National Park- Uganda
(Makerere University, 2010-12)This study analyzed the vulnerability and adaptation of Nyakiyumbu sub-county farmers to climate change and variability based on the socio-economic vulnerability assessment approach by developing a vulnerability index and ... -
Community utilisation and associated impacts on wetlands a case of Agu wetland, Kumi District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2012-01)This study investigated community wetland utilization and associated impacts in Agu wetland in Ngora SubCounty and Kobwin SubCounty in Kumi District. The study was based on three objectives that is: i) document different ... -
Carbon sequestration potential and community livelihood benefits of selected on-farm indigenous tree species in Bitereko Sub-County, Bushenyi District
(Makerere University, 2009-07)Assessment of community preferences and uses of selected on-farm indigenous tree species for carbon sequestration was carried out in Bitereko Sub-county Bushenyi, district between the months of January and March 2008. The ... -
Atmospheric deposition of phosphorus and nitrogen in the Northern Lake Victoria Watersheds
(Makerere University, 2011-10)Atmospheric deposition occurs when pollutants as air or particles are transferred from the air to the earth's surface. This study was undertaken to determine the contribution of atmospheric deposition to the nitrogen (N) ... -
Nutri-medicinal plants used by the immunocompromised people in Namungalwe sub county, Iganga District
(2014-08-06)Nutrition deficiency is a key determinant of an immune deficient body state. There is scientific evidence that plant species effective in disease management confers both nutritional and medicinal benefits to the people ... -
Adaptation to climate change in agro-based livelihood systems in Katakwi District, Uganda
(2014-08-06)Climate change is one of the most serious global problems affecting many sectors in recent decades. In particular, the agriculture sector is most at risk to climate change impact more than ever. The impact is even stronger ... -
Suitability of Ugandan produced banana fibres for paper making
(2014-08-06)Banana fibres are underutilized and regarded as waste yet they have got a high potential for production of biodegradable products. The study investigated the suitability of banana fibres produced in Uganda for paper making. ... -
Potential impacts of climate change on birds in the Albertine Rift: a baseline study of Bwindi, Echuya, Nyungwe and Kibira forests
(Makerere University, 2012-11)The Albertine region is an area of high endemism consisting of a network of mountainous protected areas of diverse habitat types. Birds were surveyed in Bwindi, Echuya, Nyungwe and Kibira forests using point counts along ...