School of Social Sciences (SSS) Collections: Recent submissions
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Development partnerships and the improvement of Dairy production in Kiboga District
(Makerere University, 2022)The Agricultural sector dairy plays an important role as a contributor to Gross Domestic Product with an estimated 9% of total agriculture stake. Milk is regarded as the most nearly perfect food because of its nutrient ... -
Social and cultural acceptance of child marriages among the Basoga
(Makerere University, 2022)Child marriage is currently a development issue worldwide recognized by the 2030 global development agenda. In Uganda, the National Development Plan III not only acknowledges that child marriage is a negative social cultural ... -
Access to childcare services among children living with imprisoned mothers in Masaka Women Prison
(Makerere University, 2022)In different parts of the globe, the number of children incarcerated with their mothers in prisons has greatly increased. Growing up in a prison environment is identified with several implications for the growth of children. ... -
Men’s experience of domestic violence : a study of male survivors seeking services at Men’s Forum Against Domestic Violence Uganda in Najjanakumbi, Kampala City
(Makerere University, 2022)For decades, domestic violence has remained a social problem encountered by various families. It has social, economic, psychological and health consequences on the victim. Both men and women are potential victims and ... -
Women, artizanal mining and economic independence : a case of Kasokoso, Namugongo Division, Kira Municipality, Wakiso District
(Makerere University, 2022)The study sought to examine women, artizanal mining and their economic independence. Specifically, this study set out to: Examine the reasons why women choose to participate in artisanal stone mining; examine the contribution ... -
Adoption of community based health insurance in Luwero District
(Makerere University, 2022)Community-based health-insurance schemes are being advanced as a means to reduce and stabilize the costs of treatment, increase access to health care and to reduce the use of costly risk-coping strategies in the informal ... -
Livelihood diversification and food security in Pakwach District
(Makerere University, 2022)Despite food being a basic need for survival, growth and good health, many households in Uganda remain food insecure. This study investigated the relationship between livelihood diversification and food security in Pakwach ... -
The role of the church in promoting the rights of women in Kamuge-Olinga Parish in light of Mulieris Dignitatem of John Paul II
(Makerere University, 2022-06)This research was carried out mainly in Kamuge-Olinga Parish – Tororo Archdiocese, in the Ggaba National Seminary library along with the help of the internet. It is an acknowledgement of and a reckoning with the Church’s ... -
The contribution of the church in promotion of justice and peace in Gangama Catholic Parish in light of Africae Munus of Benedict XVI
(Makerere University, 2022-05)This thesis examines the contribution of the Catholic Church in promotion of justice and peace. It is a case study of what Catholic Church has done in Gangama Parish (consisting of 23 sub/parishes), Tororo Archdiocese. ... -
Street children and criminality: a security perspective in Kampala City, A Case Study of Nakivubo Chanel
(Makerere University, 2021-09)The persistent increase in the number of street children has been a tragedy in all cities across the globe. Regardless of definition, the phenomenon of street children and their involvement in criminal activities is not ... -
Impact of catechesis in schools on christian growth of the people of Lacor parish in light of catechesi tradendae
(Makerere University, 2022-05)The general objective of this study was ‘the Impact of Catechesis in schools on Christian Growth of the people of Lacor Parish Gulu Archdiocese in light of Catechesis Tradendae.’ The specific objectives of this study were, ... -
Risk factors for HIV/AIDS among young people in Moroto District
(Makerere University, 2021)The trend of HIV and AIDS epidemic in Uganda is posing serious challenge to the national AIDS response and social development of Uganda with notable increasing incidence and prevalence among adolescent girls, 15-19 years ... -
Youth perceptions on youth livelihood programme as social entrepreneurship for socio-economic empowerment in Gulu District, Northern Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022-11)Social entrepreneurship plays an important role in fostering youth socio-economic empowerment world over. Uganda Government’s interest is to invest in youth livelihoods through various social entrepreneurship programmes ... -
Uganda Women Entrepreneurship Programme (UWEP) and economic empowerment of beneficiaries in Kabale district, 2016- 2022
(Makerere University, 2022-11-21)Given the need to ensure comprehensive women economic empowerment through entrepreneurship, The UWEP was launched in Uganda in financial year 2015/2016 and it started operating in Kabale district in financial year 2016/2017. ... -
The politics of solid waste management in Kampala City: A case study of Nakawa Division
(Makerere University, 2018-12-18)Solid Waste Management (SWM) refers to the storage, collection, transportation, recycling, and disposal of solid waste, taking into consideration environmental, social and health factors (Jonathan et al, 2008). Poor waste ... -
Socio-cultural perspectives on sexual and reproductive health of pastoral adolescent girls in Moroto District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)The study sought to explain the context of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) of pastoral adolescent girls in Moroto district. SRH is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being in relation to all aspects ... -
Succession planning for orphans and vulnerable children in the context of HIV/AIDS-related cancers in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2020-11)Introduction The thesis focused on succession planning for orphans and vulnerable children in the context of HIV-related cancers in Uganda. Objectives The study was guided by four specific objectives: to explore meanings ... -
Perspectives and experiences of students with visual impairments in inclusive education at Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2022-10-24)Main Objective of the study: The main objective of the study was to document experiences and perspectives of SVIs in inclusive education at Makerere University as a contribution to data base. Specific objectives of the ... -
Loan repayment under youth livelihood programme in Iganga District, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2022)Several poverty alleviations have been implemented in Uganda. But only one has targeted the youths. The Youth Livelihood Programme designed to assist the youth in overcome unemployment is implemented across the country as ... -
Knowledge, attitudes and practices of pregnant women towards elective caesarean section in Nakaseke District
(Makerere University, 2022-11)Introduction; Uganda witnessed an increase in caesarean sections, as a mode of delivery, from 3% 2006 to 28% in 2016. This increase is attributed to elective C-sections, although available data does not disaggregate which ...