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Rainfall distribution and economic growth in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-11)The relationship between rainfall distribution and economic growth is paramount in studies assessing growth in developing countries. The study is based on the Cobb- Douglas production function where rainfall is taken as ... -
In silico characterization of peptides for major surface protein 2, rhoptry-associated protein 1, and the vitellogenin receptor as potential vaccine candidates against babesiosis and anaplasmosis
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Bovine babesiosis and anaplasmosis caused by Babesia bovis and Anaplasma marginale respectively pose significant threats to the livestock industry, particularly in regions where both parasites co-exist. Current ... -
Lok Dog Acoli (Oral Literature and Tradition of the Acoli)
(Penwall Media Limited, 2024-08)Lok Dog Acoli (2024), loosely translated as Oral Literature and Tradition of the Acoli, covers the fundamentals of Acoli oral literature and tradition. It presents the oral means of passing information and knowledge from ... -
Machine learning and orthology-based design of synergistic drug combinations against aspergillus fumigatus
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Aspergillus fumigatus is a common fungal species that can cause invasive aspergillosis, particularly in immunocompromised individuals. In Uganda, around 9% of the population suffers from fungal diseases. Drug ... -
A civil military cooperation with all stakeholders in addressing contemporary security issues: a case study of Rwanda Defense Force (RDF)
(Makerere University, 2024-02)The current paper examined the Civil Military Corporation with all stakeholders in addressing contemporary security issues taking the case of Rwanda Defense Forces. In order to realize the above objective, the researcher ... -
East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) intervention in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo
(Makerere University, 2024-10)This study critically examines the effectiveness of the East African Community Regional Force (EACRF) in fulfilling its peacekeeping mandate in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The intervention by the EACRF ... -
The military and environmental protection: a case study of Uganda People's Defence Forces (UPDF)
(Makerere University, 2024-07)The purpose of this study was to examine the contribution of the military in environmental protection and particularly the UPDF in Uganda. It was guided by the general objective of examining the contributions of UPDF to ... -
Uptake of postpartum long-acting reversible contraception among adolescent mothers in Kamuli District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Repeat adolescent pregnancy and child bearing is associated with higher morbidity and mortality risk compared to primary pregnancies. To reduce their incidence in adolescence, use of Long- Acting Reversible Contraception ... -
Perceptions of students and faculty regarding the use of the flipped classroom at Ndejje University Faculty of Health Sciences
(Makerere, 2024)Introduction: The flipped classroom model is a hailed solution to problems of the traditional education by shifting direct instruction from group sessions to individual learning spaces, allowing more interactive and creative ... -
Using ecological momentary assessment to validate self-reported areas of potential transmission of latent tuberculosis and estimate annual risk of latent tuberculosis infection in Lubaga Division, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2024)From 2021 to 2023, Tuberculosis (TB) rose to become the primary cause of infectious disease mortality worldwide, surpassing its previous position as the second most prevalent. This shift was particularly significant in ... -
Market stalls as a space for women’s socio-economic empowerment in Kira Municipality
(Makerere University, 2024-12)The study assessed whether Market Stalls are a space for women’s Socio-Economic Empowerment of in Kira Municipality. The study objectives were: were to explore the women’s access to and the use of market stalls in Kira ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with kidney disease among people living with HIV attending the Baylor Centre of Excellence Clinic in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-12)Kidney disease is a global health concern, with a prevalence of 8-16%. In Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), 13.9% of HIV-infected youths are affected, with Uganda having an even higher prevalence of 21.5%. This study aimed to ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with self-medication for influenza-like illness among undergraduate students of Makerere University Kampala in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Self-medication for influenza-like illness is a prevalent practice among university students. Influenza-like illness is characterized by symptoms such as fever, cough, and sore throat, and can be caused by ... -
Factors associated with uptake of cervical cancer screening among women living with HIV (25-60 years) at TASO Tororo ART Clinic
(Makerere university, 2024)Introduction Cervical cancer is a significant public health challenge globally, particularly in low-and middle income countries (LMICs) like Uganda, where women, especially those living with HIV, face a disproportionate ... -
Adoption of online banking in commercial banks in Uganda; case of Centenary Bank.
(Makerere University, 2025-01)This study aimed at examining online banking adoption in commercial banks reference to centenary bank Uganda. The study was premised on three objectives: to examine the factors that influence online banking in Uganda, to ... -
Prevalence and correlates of selected sexually transmitted infections among adolescent girls and young women domestic workers in Kampala and Wakiso Districts
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: Out-of-school adolescent Girls and Young Women (AGYW) are disproportionately affected by sexually transmitted infections (STIs) which cause adverse sexual reproductive health outcomes, are costly to health ... -
Correlates of Virological non-suppression among children and adolescents aged 5-19 years on Dolutegravir based regimens attending Gulu Regional Referral Hospital, Northern Uganda : a mixed methods cross-sectional study
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: HIV/AIDS remains the leading cause of mortality and morbidity among children and adolescents living with HIV/AIDS and Sub-Saharan Africa bears the burden of virological non-suppression with children and adolescents ... -
Adherence and associated factors with HIV oral Pre-exposure Prophylaxis among high-risk adolescent girls and young women aged (15-24 years) at Luwero Hospital in Luwero District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction Globally, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)remains a significant global health problem with an estimated 38.4 million people seen to have been infected with HIV in 2021. Evidence has also shown that pre-exposure ... -
Retention in care among people living with HIV initiated on ART the same day of HIV diagnosis in Mpigi District
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: Retention in HIV care following same-day ART initiation is a critical element that is closely associated with optimal individual and public health outcomes. The People Living with HIV who are retained tend ... -
Partograph completion levels. a comparison of rural-urban health facilities in Jinja district in 2023
(Makerere University, 2024-12)Introduction: Maternal and neonatal mortality rates in Uganda remain a significant public health concern, with maternal deaths attributed to postpartum hemorrhage, sepsis, and delivery-related complications, while ...