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    Technical project report for the construction of the new office block in Pallisa DLG, Pallisa District.
    (Makerere University, 2025) Mei, Xiaoming
    Effective administration is one of the main responsibilities of the Government of Uganda. One of the ways to achieve this is through the establishment of local administrative units in districts which act as local governments. For this to happen, it requires the construction and operation of sustainable infrastructure such as administrative buildings at local government headquarters which are a base and center for decentralized government of districts and municipalities and provides space for civil servants to execute their duties diligently. These administrative centres are points of service delivery and act as a reference of address for any government program to be extended to the community. The Government of Uganda is committed to a physical infrastructure development program as per the National Development Plan II1 (2020/21-2024/25) and Uganda Vision 2040. Pallisa DLG, in the financial year 2018/2019 budgeted and allocated funds from its budgetary allocations from the sector development grant of DDEG, towards the construction of a new administrative block at her headquarters in an effort to provide a conducive working office and administrative space for the civil servants employed at the district. The driving motivation for the conception of this project was the issue of modernization since it is a requirement for local governments to have proper and standard administrative office buildings which are home to the district leadership, technical staff and other personnel who are responsible with extending government services to the citizens of the country, especially the residents of the locality. The existing staff accommodation/offices had served their design life and had started developing major defaults which paused a danger to the occupants. Execution work for the project implementation was planned in phases considering the inability to secure the entire project cost at once, and the scope of works which was expected to span over a period of 5 - 6 financial years.
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    Supervision of construction of Kamuda Seed Secondary School in Soroti District
    (Makerere University, 2025) Opit, James.
    The construction of Kamuda Seed Secondary School is aimed at equitable access to quality lower secondary education in underserved areas, ensuring that infrastructure and instructional resources support the learning needs of all students in Kamuda Sub County in Soroti District. This will enhance access to and improve the quality of secondary education, thereby increasing enrollment, reduce congestion and improve learner’s academic performance in line with the Mission of Ministry of Education and Sports. This project report entails the project management practices applied and acquired during the construction of Kamuda Seed Secondary School in Soroti. The specific objectives of the study were to describe the project management practices applied during the construction of Kamuda Seed Secondary School in Soroti, to describe the project implementation process and methodologies applied, key management decisions and to evaluate the lessons learned and challenges encountered during construction of Kamuda Seed Secondary School in Soroti. The project management practices applied included; cost, quality, time and scope management. Finally, the reporter was able to draw conclusions and appropriate recommendations from the project challenges and management issues are presented for improvement of the implementation of the various construction projects.
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    An assessment of the urban public parking management in Uganda : a case study of Kampala city.
    (Makerere University, 2026) Nakanwagi, Orashida
    The purpose of this study was to assess the management of public parking in Kampala city with a special focus on the city’s Central Business District (CBD). A mixed methods research design was used in carrying out thisstudy. Key research methods used in the study include: questionnaires, face- to -face interviews and observation. Under this study, 328 questionnaires were used and distributed to collect quantitative data. Face - to- face interviews targeted key informants to collect qualitative data. Respondents for the questionnaires were selected using convenience sampling technique while purposive sampling was used to select respondents for the face -to -face interviews. Data collected using qusetionnaires was processed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) software. Qualitative data that was collected from the key informants and analyzed thematically. Findings revealed the underutilization of the majority of studied parking facilities based on their parking indexes. For parking facilities along Kampala-road, the Parking Index was indicated as 49.88% and 57.5% on a weekday and a weekend respectively. Results for parking facilities along Buganda-road showed that the Parking Index was 60.733% and 31.45% on a weekday and a weekend respectively. Besides, the Parking Index for William Street was 42.1% and 55.74% on a weekday and a weekend respectively. The Parking Index for Watoto Parking Lot was 83.07% and 68.86% on a weekday and a weekend respectively. For Mercantile multi-storied parking facility, the parking index was 75.96% and 56.37% on a weekday and a weekend respectively. Lastly, the Parking Index for Mabirizi basement parking was 27.7% and 35% on a weekday and a weekend respectively. Based on the Importance Performance Analysis (IPA), the customer satisfaction Index (CSI) was 52.4% indicating a moderately satisfaction level of the parking management in Kampala among motorists and drivers. However, from the fifteen public parking management attributes that were studied, only four (4) of them that included affordability of parking, availability of parking spaces, accessibility to parking spaces as well Safety and security of the vehicles were accorded the greatest importance by the drivers. Consequently, the existing public parking management system in Kampala was found to be inneficient. Based on the study results, it is important to introduce a coherent and comprehensive public parking policy to guide investors, transport regulators and motorists in Kampala city.Recommended also is the preparation of a public parking design manual to guide the gazetment of off-street and on-street parking, establishment of car free zones in the CBD to manage rising demand for parking and improve traffic flow, promotion of city densification and mixed- use development programmes, adoption of new parking technology to enhance efficiency, attracting more investment in multi-storied car parking facilities through public private partnerships (PPPs) as well as establishment of park and ride facilities along public transit corridors such as the proposed bus rapid transit (BRT) stations, passenger railway stations.
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    Analysing the key factors contributing to the high mortality of real estate companies in Uganda
    (Makerere University, 2026) Bahemuka, Thomas
    The Ugandan real estate sector has experienced significant volatility, with a high rate of business failure among real estate companies despite the many opportunities in the country, such as growing urbanization and housing demand due to a growing population and vibrant economic indicators. This study aimed to analyse the key factors contributing to the high mortality rate of real estate companies in Uganda. As the research deployed a mixed methods approach by gathering significant information from literature review as well as preliminary discussions with relevant players in the real estate sector, such as real estate company owners and staff. A self-administered questionnaire was sent to respondents in order to bring out further factors or dynamics regarding the subject under study. The quantitative component involves the collection and analysis of data from a sample of real estate companies operating in Uganda over the past decade. Key performance indicators, including financial metrics, market share, and growth rates, are examined to identify patterns and trends associated with company failures. The qualitative aspect included in-depth interviews with industry stakeholders, including business owners, investors, and regulatory officials, to gather insights into the operational and strategic challenges faced by these companies. Findings revealed that inadequate access to financing, poor corporate governance, regulatory challenges, and economic instability are among the primary drivers of company failure. Additionally, issues related to financial and investment practices, weaknesses in project planning, low customer confidence, and limited technological adoption further exacerbate the situation. The findings of this study aim to provide actionable insights for policymakers, investors, and entrepreneurs to enhance the resilience and sustainability of real estate ventures in Uganda. By addressing the identified challenges, stakeholders can work towards creating a more conducive environment for the growth of the real estate sector, ultimately contributing to the broader economic development of the country. The study concludes with recommendations to enhance sustainability in the sector, including policy reforms, capacity building and training of both real estate owners and staff, and investment in financial institutions to offer long-term financing to the sector at a lower cost. The insights generated aim to inform policymakers, investors, and industry players seeking to mitigate business failure and strengthen the resilience of Uganda’s real estate industry.
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    Design and construction of Kyabayanja solar piped water system in Mubende district.
    (Makerere University, 2025) Nabyole Brenda Sebuggwawo
    This report presents the design and construction of a solar powered piped water system in Kyabayanja village, Mubende District, aimed at addressing the community’s limited access to safe and reliable water. This project harnesses solar energy to power submersible pump that draws water from a borehole into an elevated storage tank, from which it is distributed through a network of pipes to strategically located tap stands. The design process involved estimating the community’s water demand, evaluating data, sizing the solar power system, selecting appropriate pump specifications, and designing the storage and distribution infrastructure. Construction activities included borehole drilling, installation of the solar pumping unit, tank raising, and laying of distribution and transmission pipelines. The project contributes to sustainable rural water supply by integrating renewable energy, minimizing operational costs, and promoting communal ownership. It demonstrates the feasibility and impact of solar water supply systems in rural areas of Uganda.