Makerere University Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Challenges in the realisation of reproductive rights among rural women in Uganda: a case study of Namugongo sub-county, Kaliro district in Eastern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-02)This study was carried out on the challenges in the realization of reproductive rights among the rural women in Uganda, with a case study of Namugongo Sub County in Kaliro district. The study set out to identify the ... -
The use of Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) in the evaluation of design and build road contractor’s bids: a case of UNRA
(Makerere University, 2019-11)Contractors and Stakeholders during a workshop organized by Uganda National Association of Building and Civil Engineering Contractors (UNABCEC) in 2008 recommended that the Public Procurement and Disposal of Assets Authority ... -
Exploring the under reporting of pregnancy and adverse pregnancy outcomes in population and health surveys : a multi-country qualitative study
(Makerere University, 2023)Introduction: Globally in 2021, an estimated 2.3 million newborn deaths and 1.9 million stillbirths occurred, with highest mortality in sub-Saharan Africa and southern Asia. True mortality is likely higher due to under ... -
A reference architecture for implementation of big data analytics by public sector organizations in developing countries: a case study of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-06)Despite the growing popularity of Big Data Analytics (BDA) technologies, many BDA implementation projects in public sector organizations fail or fall short of expectations. Moreover, several public sector organizations are ... -
Analyzing the potential of Cycling in the CBD of Kampala City.
(Makerere University, 2023-03)The aim of this study was to analyse the potential of cycling in the Central Business District (CBD) of Kampala City. This research identified the factors affecting cycling, examined the city dweller’s perceptions on ... -
Assessment of Water Availability using Water Evaluation and Planning (WEAP) model in Namatala River Catchment.
(Makerere University, 2023-12)Trends in global population growth coupled with effects of climate change are a threat to water availability as experienced in Namatala River Catchment (NRC), Mbale, Uganda. This study was conducted to quantify and ... -
Transcriptome analysis of micro-RNAs associated with COVID-19 disease
(Makerere University, 2023-11)The host microRNA (miRNA), which is essential for maintaining the epithelial cell barrier in the respiratory tract as well as controlling viral entry and reproduction, plays a significant role in COVID-19 infection. ... -
Improvement of health services at Mulago national referral hospital and the city of Kampala project (MKCCAP).
(Makerere University, 2023-09-03)This report thoroughly explains the construction practices that the author participated in as the main contractor’s Quantity Surveyor during the execution of construction works for the improvement of Health services ... -
Correlates of effectiveness of the monitoring and evaluation system in the Ministry of Education and Sports
(Makerere University, 2018)The purpose of the study was to establish the correlates of effectiveness of the Monitoring and Evaluation system in the Ministry of Education and Sports. The study was guided by three objectives that is to establish the ... -
Peste des petits ruminants post vaccination seroconversion and risk factors in selected districts of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)Following the adoption of the Global Strategy for the control and eradication of Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), Uganda set to procure vaccines for the eradication of PPR. About 1.5 million doses of PPR75/1 (EMVY strain) ... -
Analysis of online banking adoption among the senior population in Uganda: a case study of DFCU Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-12)This study examined the online banking adoption among senior population in Uganda with reference to DFCU bank Uganda. The study was guided by three objectives: to establish the factors that influence online banking adoption ... -
Ecological risk determinants potentiating wildlife anthrax occurrence, and bio-surveillance tools for control and prevention: A case study of Queen Elizabeth Conservation Area in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023)Anthrax has long standing history at Uganda’s Queen Elizabeth National Park, where outbreaks have occurred consistently and periodically with significant wildlife mortalities. Bacillus anthracis, the causative agent, is a ... -
Analysis of presumptive tax compliance among small businesses in Uganda: Case study of Kampala Capital City Authority
(Makerere University, 2024)The purpose of the study was to analyze presumptive tax compliance among small businesses in Uganda using a case study of Kampala Capital City Authority. It was guided by three study objectives which included to identify ... -
(Anyeko, P. 2023.) Characterizing flood risk in the Aswa catchment, upper Nile water management zone of Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-05-02)According to recent estimates, more than 1.18 billion people worldwide are directly at risk from floods, and more than 85% of them reside in developing nations like Uganda. The dynamics of flood risk in the Upper Nile Water ... -
The effect of microfinance outreach services on poverty reduction in Busoga sub- region: A case study of Iganga district
(Makerere University, 2023-11)The purpose of this study was to assess the effect of Microfinance Outreach Services on Poverty Reduction in Busoga Sub-region; a case study of Iganga district. The study was guided by the specific objectives which were; ... -
Climate change, economic growth and household vulnerability in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2023-08)Uganda's macroeconomic modelling frameworks currently overlook the impact of climate change, despite mounting evidence of extreme climate variability in the country. Prior attempts to assess climate change effects have ... -
Foreign exchange risk management strategies in financial institutions; a case study of Diamond Trust Bank (U) Limited
(Makerere University, 2024-02)The study examined the foreign exchange risk management strategies used in financial institutions in Uganda; a case study of Diamond Trust Bank Uganda Limited. The research was based on three objectives namely; to identify ... -
Tax revenue productivity in Uganda (1992 – 2022)
(Makerere University, 2023-12)In both tax policy and public finance, there are mainly two important measures used to assess the productivity and efficiency of a tax system in terms of its capacity to mobilize revenue and these are; tax buoyancy which ... -
PAH derivatives in sediments and fish from white Nile near Melut oil fields, South Sudan: bioaccumulation and source apportionment
(Makerere University, 2024-01-06)This study was aimed at determining the occurrence and distribution of Nitro-PAHs, Oxy-PAHs and Hydroxy-PAHs in three different fish species (Oreochromis niloticus, Lates niloticus and Clarias gareepinus) and sediments ... -
Development of noodles from new Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench) varieties flour
(Makerere University, 2023-11-10)Sorghum is one of the common staple foods in Africa. Minimal value addition has been done to sorghum despite it being considered a health food due to its nutritional composition. This study aimed to utilize sorghum in ...