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Assessing the effects of water hyacinth on the physico-chemical water quality in Murchison bay- Lake Victoria basin, Uganda
(Kyambogo University., 2021-06)Despite its aggressive nature the water hyacinth, its extent and impact on water quality is not well documented. This study involved mapping the extent and pattern of water hyacinth between 2016 and 2019, determining the ... -
Assessing the impact of bitumen types on the Performance of asphalt concrete road pavement construction in Uganda
(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2018-12)This research was conducted to assess the impact of local asphalt binders on the performance of asphalt concrete road pavement construction in Uganda. The bitumen samples were collected from ongoing road construction ... -
Assessing the impacts of refugee settlement on wetland cover changes in Rhino refugee settlement-Arua district, Northern Uganda
(Kyambogo University(Unpublished work), 2021-05)Wetland use and cover changes are a serious problem in many areas of Uganda, as in the Rhino camp of Arua where Refugee settlement and local community have induced wetland degradation and rapid cover change. This study ... -
Assessing the land conflicts and management strategies Used by smallholder Irish potato (solanum tuberosum) Farmers in Kisoro district, Uganda
(Kyambogo University, 2019-07)Celebrated in 2008, the United Nations International Year of the Potato (IYP) highlighted the important role of the Irish potato in agriculture, the economy and world food security. Globally, agriculture and food security ... -
Assessing wind energy development in Uganda: opportunities and challenges
(Wind Engineering : Sage Journals, 2021-01-01)In this paper, we utilize a systematic review to assess opportunities and challenges in wind energy development in Uganda. Apart from being an environmentally friendly and renewable energy resource, development of wind ... -
An assessment of alternative contract award methods and contractor performance in local governments in Uganda: a case study of Oyam district
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2022-04)There are several alternative contract award methods stipulated in the PPDA Act, regulations and Local government guidelines to guide the identification of contracts for Government projects in Uganda. The alternative ... -
Assessment of artisan clay bricks on performance of structural strength, chemical stability and durability in Uganda
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2021-08)Bricks are oldest building materials since 7000BC, and are preferred as building material due to their high compressive strength, fire & weather resistance, thermal & sound insulation and durability. l11e artisan clay ... -
Assessment of equipment productivity in building construction projects in Uganda
(Kyambogo University[unpublished work], 2018-12)Management of construction equipment in building construction projects is an important factor to run projects in a successful manner. The focus of this study was to identify the factors affecting equipment productivity, ... -
Assessment of factors influencing performance of road construction projects in Uganda: a case study of ministry of works and transport
(Kyambogo University, 2020-02)The road construction projects in Uganda suffer from many problems and complex issues in performance such as; cost, time, scope and quality. The aim of this study was to assess the factors influencing performance of road ... -
Assessment of health-related fitness status of 6-9 Year old primary school pupils in Mukono and Wakiso districts, central Uganda
(Kenyatta University (unpublished work), 2010-11)Despite a world-wide increase in health-related diseases and conditions among children, little information is known about the children's health-related fitness status in Uganda. Assessment of the fitness status of pupils ... -
Assessment of impacts of land use changes on water resources of river Mpanga catchment
(Kyambogo University, 2019-11)Mpanga Catchment has in recent decades been exposed to changes in land use/cover (LULC). This could have been due to intensive agricultural activities to sustain the needs of the increasing population. Transition in land ... -
Assessment of implementation of cooperative learning towards the performance of learners with hearing impairement. : the case study of Lake zone inclusive secondary schools in Tanzania
(Kyambogo University [ Unpublished work], 2021-09)The study aimed at assessing the implementation of cooperative learning towards the performance of learners with hearing impairment: the case of Lake Zone inclusive secondary schools in Tanzania. Literature review by the ... -
Assessment of performance of road maintenance local contractors in Uganda: a case of Uganda National Roads Authority Lira station
(Kyambogo University, 2021-08)Road maintenance is essential in order to preserve the road in its originally constructed condition, protect adjacent resources and ensure user safety in Uganda. However, there has been inadequate improvement in the road ... -
Assessment of policy and institutional approaches to international terrorism in Uganda
(Middle East Review of Public Administration, 2016)Uganda is one of the countries that have suffered the consequences of international terrorism and remains among those targeted for more terrorist attacks. Different approaches have been formulated and implemented to ... -
Assessment of quality management practices of building construction firms in Uganda: a case of Kamwenge district
(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2021-05)Generally , local firms always strive to gain competitive edge in building projects based on Total Quality Management initiatives that are customer centered in nature. The study focused on assessment of quality man management ... -
Assessment of selected health related fitness components of the Uganda Police Force from the Central region of Uganda
(Kyambogo University(Unpublished work), 2009-08)This study was conducted in the Police force from the central region of Uganda. The objectives of the study were: to establish the fitness levels of the Uganda Police force with regard to selected fitness variables and ... -
Assessment of the challenges and effects of delays in compulsory land acquisition on the performance of road construction projects in Uganda
(Kyambogo University, 2020-11)The roads construction projects in Uganda are experiencing delays which are partly due to challenges in land acquisition. The purpose of this study was to assess the challenges and effects of delays in land acquisition on ... -
Assessment of the challenges in implementation of partnerships among contractors in Uganda
(Kyambogo University, 2021-09)The challenge of implementing partnerships among contractors is a global concern. Many contractors do not possess expertise to handle major construction activities and are mainly characterised by low capacity and capability ... -
Assessment of the effects of land use change on forest cover along the slopes of Mt. Elgon: a case study of Mbale district
(Kyambogo University, 2021-05)Forests are of great importance due to their ecological diversity thus providing a multiplicity of ecosystem goods and services. These valuable ecosystems are however facing increasing threats from anthropogenic activities. ... -
Assessment of the effects of land use/cover changes on surface water quality and treatment costs in river Malaba Catchment, eastern Uganda
(Kyambogo University[unpublished work], 2022-10)Changing land use and cover (LULC) is a major contributor to water quality degradation in various regions of the world. Unfortunately, there are not enough data on how LULC change affects water quality and prices in ...
