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Designing a locally adaptable low cost patient ward bed in Uganda: A case study of Atutur hospital, Kumi district
(Kyambogo University[unpublished work], 2018-11)Uganda, like any other developing country experiences challenges in providing access and quality health services to its people. Uganda has tried to put in place the necessary infrastructure though with limitations. Many ... -
The use of date- palm tree fiber in the production of handicrafts
(Kyambogo University[unpublished work], 2022-09)Handicraft making is a common practice that is practiced largely by women and to a small extent by men all over the world. The current study aimed at producing handicraft samples from date palm tree fibres to empower ... -
Plastic waste management - recycle through sculptural innovation: the case for Iganga municipality
(Kyambogo University[unpublished work], 2022-09)This Study was intended to demonstrate how well solid waste can be turned into usable materials through a process called recycling. The recycled material can then be used as source of income for the workforce involved ... -
A studio exploration of maize husk as a material for teaching and learning aids to pupils of upper primary a case study of Purongo hill p.7 school, Nwoya district
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2022-02)The study was carried out under the title, “A studio exploration of maize husk as material for teaching and learning aids to upper primary.” The study carried out a studio exploration of maize husk to find out the ... -
Adjudication and national primary schools’ music performances in Uganda: a case of music Performances from Nkwanzi music region
(Kyambogo University[unpublished work], 2022-06)The purpose of this study was to evaluate the adjudication of music performances at the Uganda National Primary Schools’ Performing Arts (UNPSPA) festival, with a case of national music performances from Nkwanzi music ... -
Ceramic ware with forms and decorations derived from selected Uganda's fauna
(Kyambogo University[unpublished work], 2013-08)The purpose of this study is to use Uganda's material culture with specific reference to fauna as a source of inspiration to enhance ceramic ware in terms of form, decoration, promotion and preservation of Ugandan ... -
Soot as a Medium for Drawing
(Kyambogo University [unpublished work], 2015-12)The study carried out; "A studio exploration into possibilities of using soot as a medium for Drawing". It was intended to investigate practical ways that can qualify soot as an exceptionally recommendable medium of drawing. ... -
Designing adjustable maternity apparel for working women.
(Kyambogo university (unpublished work), 2018-11)The working pregnant women's apparel has been neglected a Jot here in Uganda and therefore limiting them to few fashionable clothing choices that are not work appropriate for them. The aim of the study "Designing adjustable ... -
Development of decorative motifs for floor and wall ceramic tiles derived from ganda material culture
(Kyambogo Univiserty(unpublished), 2011-12)This study set out to develop decorative motifs for floor and wall ceramic tiles derived from Ganda material culture. The significance of this study is the promotion of Ugandan culture through production of decorative ... -
Identification of Buganda bark cloth and production of contemporary textile decor
(Kyambogo University (unpublished work), 2019-11)In their history, Baganda have always taken advantage of natural resources with bark cloth as one of the plant products they have fully utilized. This study was aimed at assessing the selected Baganda bark-cloth that ... -
Studio exploration of elected ganda material culture to develop muleera on a kanzu for mmamba clan members
(Kyambogo University (unpublished work), 2017-12)The general purpose or this study was to explore and develop " Muleeru" patterns inspired by selected Ganda materials culture (Mmamba Totem) and use them to decorate Muleere Kanzu for the Mmamba clan members. In pursuant ... -
Application of natural dyes extracted from plants on cotton fabrics using the Screen printing technique
(Kyambogo University (unpublished work), 2016-10)In this study experimented with the usage of natural dyes extracted from plants to decorate sample fabrics using Screen printing technique. This research were guided by the following objectives: I . To analyze various ... -
Creating culturally based bridal adornments from selected Ankole motifs
(Kyambogo University(Unpublished work), 2017-12)The Banyankole have kept okuhingira (the giveaway ceremony) as an important function, yet body adornments used during okuhingira do not clearly depict the Kinyankole culture. Since the ancient times, personal adornment ... -
Developing pots from indigenous Acholi ritual pottery for use in contemporary space
(Kyambogo University(Unpublished work), 2018-11)Acholi indigenous pots, like any other indigenous pots elsewhere in the world, were and are still important to the community. The pots served several functional uses that supported daily chores (domestic use) such as; ... -
Exploration of fiber from Sansevieria plant fibers in Uganda
(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2017-12)The purpose of this study was to explore the possibilities of using sansevieria plant fibers as a material for the production of textile woven products. The researcher noted that communities in Masaka Bukomansimbi district ... -
Visualisation of Kiga totems as meaning making modes towards cultural identity and appreciation
(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2019-11)Kiga totems as forms of cultural identity were substantial information of the Kiga cultural identity and appreciation. The Kiga totems have functioned as cultural identity symbol that create identity awareness of kinship ... -
Designing a rogemma bee house: improving apiculture in Sheema district in Uganda
(Kyambogo University(Unpublished work), 2021-08)Production of honey in Uganda is a remunerative business. Honey has high demand both for medicinal and nutritional importance across the entire world. Majority of apiculturists use indigenous beehives that are a target to ... -
Sustainability of the Bigwala musical heritage of Busoga kingdom, in Uganda
(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2019-04)This study intended to investigate the sustainability of the bigwala musical heritage of Busoga Kingdom, in Uganda. The escalating extinction of rustic music traditions across the globe leaves bigwala heritage in a highly ... -
A studio exploration of paintings to conserve the shoebill bird species in Uganda
(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2017-12)The purpose of this study was conserve the hoebill bird species in Uganda by documenting its life through studio possibilities in painting'·. The study was guided by three objectives: (I) To identify the major ... -
Promoting cultural identity: graphical illustrations of Kinyomo clan totem
(Kyambogo University [ Unpublished work], 2021-08)Cultural identity is a worldwide practice that is promoted for purposes of the continuity of societal valves and perseveration of tradition for sustainable development. The present study aimed at developing graphical ...
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