Makerere University Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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The strix mythology demystified
(Jescho Publishing House, 2023-01)The origins of homosexuality have been a source of debate and controversy for centuries. While there is no single answer to this question, there are a variety of theories that attempt to explain the phenomenon. This book ... -
Current and emerging land laws, urban smart cities & eco-friendly renewable energies
(Jescho Publishing House, 2023-01)Uganda is a developing country with a population of approximately 43 million people. As the population increases, the demand for land is increasing as well. To meet the needs of the population, Uganda is transitioning to ... -
Diabetes knowledge and selfcare practices among patients attending THE Non-Communicable Diseases Clinic at Tororo General Hospital.
(Makerere University, 2022-12-12)ABSTRACT Introduction: Diabetes Mellitus has become a burden in low- and middle-income countries as people are living sedentary lifestyle posing high and escalating costs to society. Self- care practice, that forms the ... -
Optimization of lime-pozzolana mixes in stabilising gravels for the road base
(Makerere University, 2023-01-30)Global increase in traffic volumes coupled with high tyre pressures has led to high stresses on the pavement resulting into high strains. In order to withstand these stresses, increased pavement stiffness through ... -
Mobile phone apps supported instructional resources and learning of Chemistry : a case of resource-constrained private secondary schools in Wakiso District-Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)This study focused on mobile phone application tools (Apps) and learning chemistry in resource-constrained privately-owned secondary schools, in Wakiso district. With a growing number of students facing the challenge of ... -
Phytochemical profiling, optimization of extraction and application of natural dyes from selected indigenous plants in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-01-30)Globally, textile dyeing with natural dyes (NatD) reduced tremendously with the introduction of synthetic dyes in the mid 19th Century. Later studies reported that the use of synthetic dyes is not eco-safe and cause human ... -
Comparative assessment of regulatory T and B cell phenotype frequencies in active, latent and Tuberculosis negative individuals
(Makerere University, 2023-01-01)Background: Literature shows that regulatory B cells (Bregs) and regulatory T cells (Tregs) play a part in the control of many inflammatory diseases including tuberculosis (TB) by regulating the CD4 Tcell responses. This ... -
Awareness and acceptability of human breast milk donation and its associated factors among mothers in Kampala District.
(Makerere University, 2023-03-01)Introduction: Breast milk provides the optimal nutrition for growing infants due to its richness in nutrients. However, only 66% of children less than six months receive breast milk which is below the 70% WHO target. ... -
Economic growth and investment in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2017-12)World over, economic growth is the major goal of each government; therefore, the major objective of the present study is to establish the impact of investments on economic growth in Uganda from 1985 to 2016. To achieve ... -
Effect of Micro-Finance Services on the Social-Economic Wellbeing Of Members: a Case Study Of Wazalendo Sacco
(Makerere University, 2023-01-07)This study aimed to examine the impact of microfinance services on the economic wellbeing of the Wazalendo SACCO members. It was carried on the basis of four main objectives: i) to establish the aims of setting up WSACCO; ... -
Security effects of refugees on host communities in Uganda: a case study of Rwamwanja refugee site
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Construction of the proposed Kitgum main market in Kitgum municipality, Kitgum district - Uganda.
(Makerere University, 2022-09-21)This project report presents and gives details of the technical findings of the Construction of Kitgum Main Market in Kitgum District in which the author participated as the main contractor‟s Quantity Surveyor and Project ... -
Construction of office building and warehouse on plot 435, block 253, Lukuli, Kyadondo, Makindye division, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2022-09-16)It is requiredof students who take up the Plan B option for the Master of Science in Construction Management Post graduate degree programme at the college of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology of Makerere University, ... -
Evaluation of cloud marketing as an avenue for sale of chicken by smallholder farmers in Kampala City
(Makerere University, 2023-01-20)The purpose of this study was to evaluate cloud marketing as an avenue for sale of chicken from smallholder farms in Kampala City, Uganda. Four consistent meat producing chicken farmers were randomly selected from 13 ... -
Genetic determinants of protein digestibility in selected sorghum multi-parent advanced generation intercross (magic) population
(Makerere University, 2022-11-29)Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench) is a cereal consumed all over the world especially in arid and semi-arid areas where it is a staple food. It is also used as fodder for animals in the developed countries and also as a merging ... -
Antimicrobial susceptibility profile of klebsiella species associated with mastitis in cattle from Ssembabule District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-12-30)Mastitis is one of the major burdens affecting the dairy sector lowering both the quality and quantity of milk. In an attempt to manage or prevent mastitis, farmers have resorted to frequent and irrational use of antimicrobial ... -
Household vulnerability to flood hazards in Kalehe Territory, Eastern D.R Congo
(Makerere University, 2023-01-12)Floods hazards are common and prevalent in Kalehe Territory, Eastern DRC, and often causing damage to the community. However, despite the prevalence of flood hazards, there is a paucity of information and knowledge on the ... -
Factors affecting loan repayment in commercial banks in Uganda: A case of Centenary bank, Mapeera branch Kampala.
(Makerere University, 2022-03)The study examined the factors affecting loan repayment in Commercial banks in Uganda using Centenary bank, head office as a case study. The specific objectives of the study include: to assess the effect of interest rates ... -
Assessing the effectiveness of business strategies of small and medium enterprises in the Kawempe division of Kampala city
(Makerere University, 2022-11)The study assessed the effectiveness of the business strategy of SMEs in Kawempe Division in Kampala City. The study specifically examined the effectiveness of cost leadership, focus on market and product differentiation ... -
Correlates of safe male circumcision uptake in Gulu District, Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2021-12)Introduction and significance: Safe male circumcision (SMC) is a biomedical HIV prevention intervention recommended especially for countries with high HIV prevalence and low SMC coverage. In order for a country to achieve ...