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Reservoir Characterization and Modeling of Fractured Basement in Ruman Oil field, Melut Basin, South Sudan
(Makerere University., 2025-03-10)This research investigates the hydrocarbon reservoir potential of fractured basement rocks in the Ruman Field, located in the Melut Basin of South Sudan. An integrated approach, utilizing a combination of resistivity images, ... -
Reservoir Characterization and Modeling of Fractured Basement in Ruman Oil field, Melut Basin, South Sudan.
(Maakerere University,, 2025-03-10)This research investigates the hydrocarbon reservoir potential of fractured basement rocks in the Ruman Field, located in the Melut Basin of South Sudan. An integrated approach, utilizing a combination of resistivity images, ... -
Mobility patterns of index tuberculosis cases and tuberculosis transmission niches in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2024)Introduction: TB control relies on minimizing transmission from infectious to susceptible individuals. In Uganda, Kampala faces significant TB challenges, with index cases playing a key role in disease spread. Understanding ... -
Machine learning approach for split-agent deposit fraud detection in mobile money transactions
(Makerere University, 2023)This thesis addresses the problem of split agent deposit fraud in mobile money transactions and proposes a machine learning-based approach for its detection. Mobile money services have become increasingly popular in ... -
Internal marketing and the job performance of academic staff in public universities in Uganda
(Makerere university, 2024)The declining performance of academic staff in Uganda’s public universities has sparked widespread concern among stakeholders, raising questions about its underlying causes and solutions. This study investigated the influence ... -
Authentic learning: exploring strategies for facilitating continuity of learning during pandemics in selected secondary schools in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)Education systems need to withstand shocks that include conflict, disease, natural disasters and climate events, all of which lead to school closures. Alternative strategies are required to enable learning continuity and ... -
Factors associated with HIV virological non-suppression among HIV positive children aged o-14 years on antiretroviral treatment at Jinja Regional Referral Hospital: Retrospective Cohort Study
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Virological suppression is critical to treatment success and reducing child morbidity and mortality. However, children continue to register low virological suppression of 41% in comparison to 70% suppression ... -
Meta-analysis and systematic review of the prevalence and risk factors of animal fascioliasis in Eastern and Southern Africa between 2000 and 2023
(Elsevier, 2025)Fascioliasis is a zoonotic disease of public health and economic importance. It is caused by trematodes species Fasciola hepatica, and Fasciola gigantica. The parasites infest the liver particularly the bile ducts, and ... -
Gender norms and women's influence in food provision and preparation decision-making among commercialized Banana producing households in Isingiro district
(Makerere University, 2024)In patriarchal societies, women are known to have the responsibility for ensuring food and nutrition security within households. While women's roles are key in controlling and utilizing food crops, evidence about the ... -
Integration of spatial econometric models in determining land values case study: Misindye Parish Mukono District
(Makerere University, 2024)Determination of land values is a fundamental aspect of finance because most times, these values are used to facilitate a sale, secured lending purposes, government compensation rates, property taxes. If Land values are ... -
Representation of masculinity in Goretti Kyomuhendo’s fiction
(Makerere University, 2023)The dissertation presents a study on the representation of masculinity in Goretti Kyomuhendo’s fiction. The study pays attention to the representation of the male characters, while examining the injustice, dominance, and ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and perceptions towards the proposed National Health Insurance Scheme amongst commercial motorcycle riders in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Uganda is seeking to achieve universal health coverage for its citizens by putting into action a National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS). Commercial motor cycle riders are the most vulnerable motorists in Uganda, ... -
Population genetic structure and condition factor of the wild redbreast tilapia coptodon rendalli (Boulenger, 1897) in Malawi
(Makerere University, 2023)Variation in performance of Redbreast tilapia from different groups remain the biggest challenge for aquaculturist to obtain the fast-growing parent stock in Malawi. This suggests that C. rendalli may have been speciated ... -
A project report on construction of Riba gravity flow scheme in Akaa Sub County, Zombo District
(Makerere University, 2023)Government of Uganda through Ministry of Water and Environment is mandated to provide safe and affordable drinking water and improved sanitation to the citizens of Uganda. Safe water in Uganda is commonly supplied through ... -
Factors affecting clinicians’ reporting of adverse drug reactions in Makindye Division, Kampala
(Makerere University, 2015)Background: Adverse Drug Reactions (ADRs) contribute significantly to the global health burden with their prevalence estimated to be 6.5% globally .The hospital setting is the best opportunity for monitoring the trends and ... -
Prevalence and factors associated with overweight and obesity among children aged 8-12 years in private primary schools in Kampala City, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)Background: Childhood overweight and obesity is a significant public health issue in developing countries. There is a dearth of data on populations at increased risk to guide targeted interventions. This study aimed to ... -
“Evaluation of credit terms, accessibility, and sustainability of small businesses in south Sudan. A case study of Konyokonyo and Gudele market vendors in Juba city South Sudan”.
(Makerere University, 2025)The study was carried out to establish the relationship between credit terms, credit accessibility, and the sustainability of small and medium enterprises in Juba South Sudan. The following objectives guided the study; to ... -
The role of the church in socio-economic empowerment of people in light of populorum progressio : a case of Holy Trinity Parish, Kitagwenda District
(Makerere University, 2015)This research was undertaken in response to the observed social disharmony among christians and the financial burdens levied on them by the church. And so this was an attempt to establish possible remedies to this phenomenon ... -
Determinants of survival of patients with head nodding syndrome in northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)The objectives of this study were to; ascertain the survival time of patients with nodding disease syndromes and establish the child-related and family of caregiver-specific factors associated with the survival time of ... -
Assessment of the implementation of children’s right to participation in decision – making : a case of families in Gulu District, Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024)This study aimed to examine the implementation of children's right to participate in decision-making processes within families in Gulu District, Northern Uganda. The key respondents in this study were children aged between ...