Browsing Masters Degree Dissertations by Title
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An analysis of non-conformity of land use in jinja municipality with reference to the Jinja municipality land use plan of 1994-2004
(Kyambogo University (unpublished work), 2018-12)The study analyzed the non-conformity of land use in Jinja municipality with reference to the municipality land use plan of 1994 - 2004. This research was prompted by the fact that upon going through the town one is able ... -
Assessing the effectiveness of municipal solid waste Management system, constraints and opportunities In lira municipality, northern Uganda
(Kyambogo University, 2021-05)Little is known about solid waste characteristics, performance, and determinants for adoption in the management in Lira Municipality. This study was carried out to assess the effectiveness of municipal solid waste management ... -
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(Kyambogo University(Unpublished work), 2021-05)Wetland use and cover changes are a serious problem in many areas of Uganda, as in the Rhino camp of Arua where Refugee settlement and local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 ... -
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. ... -
Climate change adaptation and food security in Lamwo district, Northern Uganda
(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2018-12)The study was carried out to investigate the effects of climate change adaptations on food security in Lamwo district. Specifically, it identified climate change trends in Lamwo district, analyzed the effects of climate ... -
Climate change adaptations by livestock farmers in Ntoroko district, Uganda
(Kyambogo University, 2021-09)The study “Climate Change Adaptations by Livestock Farmers in Ntoroko District” analyzed the extent of climate variability and examined the factors that influence farmers’ choice of specific adaptations to Climate Change ... -
Collaborative methodology and sustainable wildlife management: a case of Semuliki National park, Western Uganda
(Kyambogo University(Unpublished work), 2021-09)The study was about collaborative methodology and maintainable wildlife management in Uganda. It is vital for all interested parties in wildlife management to work in mutual support to avoid the lessening of natural wealth ... -
Effect of land use/cover changes on soil erosion risk in Mitano catchment, south western Uganda
(Kyambogo University, 2021-08)Quantifying the response of a catchment to land use/cover change is imperative for the proper management of water resources within a catchment. River Mitano catchment has undergone significant land use/cover changes (LULC) ... -
Factors influencing the adoption of organic farming practices in the banana cropping systems in Kajara County, Ntungamo district
(Kyambogo University [ Unpublished work], 2021-09)This study was carried out in Kajara County, Ntungamo District aimed at identifying and characterising the existing organic farming practices used by smallholder farmers; establishing the socio-economic and institutional ... -
The impact of refugee settlement of vegetation and land use changes in Imvepi, Arua district,nothern western Uganda
(Kyambogo University(Unpublished work), 2021-08)With increasing refugee influx into Uganda, environmental degradation especially of vegetation cover, with possible irreversible effects is likely in refugee hosting centers. This study aimed at ascertaining the impact of ... -
Integrating ecological principles and traditional knowledge systems in local resource management planning in Uganda
(Kyambogo University, 2019-11)The extent to which natural resources management planning in Uganda put into consideration ecological principles and traditional knowledge systems is still a matter of debate. This study was undertaken to determine the ... -
Interpreting the effects of sand mining in Lwera wetland using landscape metrics and testing a rehabilitation approach
(Kyambogo University(Unpublished work), 2018-12)Wetlands are one of the most valuable ecosystems but are fast getting degraded. Increasing threats of environmental degradation to wetlands has driven adoption of ecological rehabilitation as one of the tools for ... -
Prediction of inundation due to Kabuyanda dam failure and its impact on the communities of Isingiro district, western Uganda
(Kyambogo University[unpublished work], 2022-09-01)Globally, dams are indispensable in overcoming hindrances posed by climate change through ensuring sustainable water supply for irrigation. However, in case of failure, Dam floods cause devastating effects in fatalities ... -
Sugarcane growing and household food security: a case study of Mafubira sub- county: Jinja district.
(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2019-10)The major purpose of this study was to establish the relationship between sugarcane growing and household food security in Mafubira Sub-county, Jinja District. The study was guided by three objectives namely: to establish ... -
Use of improved methods of crop farming and livelihoods of small holder farmers in Luuka district
(Kyambogo University[unpublished work], 2022-10)The purpose of this study was to establish the effect of improved methods of crop farming on the livelihoods of small-holder farmers in Luuka district. The objectives of study included; to find out the improved methods ...
