Roof renewal disparities widen the equity gap in residential wildfire protection by Sebastian Reining, Moritz Wussow, Chad Zanocco, Dirk Neumann

“…Homes located in DACs are 29% more likely to be destroyed by wildfires within 30 years, partly driven by a gap in roof renewals, one of several important home hardening actions. …”
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Kansyore Fisher-Hunter-Gatherers Abandoned the Northeastern Lake Victoria Shoreline during an Arid Period in the Middle Holocene: A Reconsideration of Dates from Western Kenya with... by Mica B., Jone, Ruth, Tibesasa

“…This study provides the first evidence of lakeshore occupation during this temporal break at the only well-studied Kansyore site in eastern Uganda, Namundiri A. Within the context of other sites in nearby west- ern Kenya, radiometric and faunal data from the site indicate a move from the lake to a greater reliance on riverine habitats with middle Holocene aridity ~5–4 cal ka and the arrival of food producers to the region after ~3 cal ka.…”
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Utilization of Kabale University Library Services by Academic Staff in Teaching and Research. by Kobusingye, Gloria

“…The study used a descriptive research design with the aim of achieving the objectives of the study. the study used a sample population of 140 selected from the seven faculties of the university. both interview and questionnaire were used to collect data and findings indicated that the level of utilization of Kabale University library services is high, Problems experienced by the academic staff’s in utilizing the resources were many where most respondents suggested limited computers and internet connectivity within the library at the University and a big number of Solutions to the challenges experienced by the academic staff’s in utilizing the resources and the majority suggested providing enough computers and internet so as even the information that is not in the library can be traced on internet and finally the study recommended that In the current electronic environment, the computers with proper network facilities are most important source for finding out the relevant information.…”
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Design of an Appropriate Combined Sheet Metal Roll Forming and Bending Machine For Small Scale Fabrication Enterprises by Kaggwa William Namutale

“…To conclude, implementing this project will give the target market an economized system, fitting within their very limited resources, that can be used to better their lives. …”
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Assessing the Suitability of Recycled Concrete Material in the Production of Concrete. by Mumbere, Collins

“…The study concluded that despite the deviations in the properties, recycled concrete material was suitable for production of concrete since the deviations were still within the acceptable criteria emphasized by the ministry of works and transport.…”
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Improvement of Water Quality of Koranorya Water Supply System-Mbarara Municipality. by Nabaasa, Gorden

“…The laboratory water quality tests were conducted at the South Western Umbrella of Water and sanitation and the certificate has been included in this report In addition to the above, the photographs for some of the activities carried out within the course of this project have also been included in this report.…”
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Improvement of Water Quality of Koranorya Water Supply System-Mbarara Municipality. by Nabaasa, Gorden

“…The laboratory water quality tests were conducted at the South Western Umbrella of Water and sanitation and the certificate has been included in this report In addition to the above, the photographs for some of the activities carried out within the course of this project have also been included in this report.…”
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Design of an Appropriate Combined Sheet Metal Roll Forming and Bending Machine for Small Scale Fabrication Enterprises. by Kaggwa, William Namutale

“…To conclude, implementing this project will give the target market an economized system, fitting within their very limited resources, that can be used to better their lives. …”
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Assessing the Impact of Small-Scale Firms on Household Welfare in Uganda: A Case Study of Muhanga Town Council in Rukiga District. by Kukundakwe, Danise

“…It has been revealed that three out of five small-scale firms in Uganda fail within the first two years of operation and those that continue 80 percent fail before the fifth year. …”
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Production of Emulsion Paint Using Locally Available Materials. by Turyarugayo, Emmanuel

“…Some of the physicochemical properties fell within the required Uganda Standard or East African Community Standards for chemical paints. …”
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Water Service Delivery Issues and Challenges for the Urban Poor Zones in Southwestern Uganda. by Muhamya, Horace, Ocan, Johnson, Adyanga, Francis Akena

“…The research methodology employed in this study involved conducting a comprehensive desktop study and literature review, systematically searching, and selecting peer-reviewed journal articles, books, and conference proceedings within a specified scope, using carefully chosen keywords and search criteria. …”
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Impact of Ethnic Conflicts on the Development of the Buganda Kingdom. A Case Study of Wakiso District. by Abenawe, Hillary

“…The research focused on analyzing the socio-economic effects of ethnic conflicts, identifying their root causes, and assessing the effectiveness of existing conflict resolution strategies within the Buganda Kingdom in Wakiso District. The methodology included a thorough analysis of historical records, archival sources, and existing literature to understand the dynamics of ethnic tensions and their impact on development initiatives in Buganda. …”
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Students’ Daily Attendance Management System. by Komurembe, Phionah, Rukundo, Emmanuel

“…Future enhancements may include integrating advanced features such as biometric attendance tracking and expanding the system's scope to accommodate additional departments within the institution.…”
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Impact of Destination Image on Tourists Satisfaction: A Case Study of Lake Bunyonyi Kigezi. by Tumwebaze, Ambrose

“…To establish the effects of an economic and social image on tourist satisfaction around Lake Bunyonyi within kigezi region. A population of 64 respondents was targeted, however, a sample size of 37 was used. …”
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Effect of Partial Replacement of Cement with Clay on the Compressive Strength of Concrete. by Vudriko, Ivan Dradi

“…The primary objective is to explore sustainable alternatives to cement in concrete production by using locally available clay while ensuring that the performance of the modified concrete remains within acceptable standards. Clay was introduced at varying percentages (0%, 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, and 25%) by weight as a replacement for cement in the mix. …”
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Effect of Active Teaching and Learning on Students’ Reading Skills in Selected Secondary Schools of Sheema Municipality. by Atuheire, Janis

“…The study examined the impact of active teaching and learning on students' reading skills in selected secondary schools within Sheema Municipality. The objectives included examining the influence of active teaching and learning in these schools, identifying the types of reading skills used by students, and investigating teaching methods and their impact on students' English language reading skills. …”
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Utilization of Banana Peel Flour as a Partial Replacement for Cement in Concrete Production. by Nuwahereza, Doreen

“…The primary objective is to explore sustainable alternatives to cement in concrete production by using locally available Banana Peel Flour while ensuring that the performance of the modified concrete remains within acceptable standards. Banana Peel Flour was introduced at varying percentages (0%, 5%, 10%, and 15%) by weight as a replacement for cement in the mix. …”
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Seroprevalence of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 IgG in Juba, South Sudan, 20201 by Andrew, Baguma, Juma John, Hassen, Sheila, K. Baya, Joseph, F. Wamala

“…At this rate, for each PCR–confi rmed SARS-CoV-2 infection reported by the Ministry of Health, 103 (95% credible interval 86–126) infections would have been unreported, meaning SARS-CoV-2 has likely spread extensively within Juba. We also found diff erences in background reactivity in Juba compared with Boston, Massachusetts, USA, where the immunoassay was validated. …”
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Constitution of Kabale University Administrative Staff Association (KUADSA) by Kabale University

“…After the adoption and registration of this Constitution with relevant authorities and published as may be approved by the General assembly, no amendment shall be effected on any provision of this constitution unless: a) a KUADSA member has proposed and justified an amendment by written request submitted through the General Secretary b) a written notice of at least thirty (30) days has been issued to the KUADSA members stating the subject matter of the proposed amendment c) the amendment has been debated and adopted by a two-thirds (2/3) majority of paid-up members present and voting at an Annual General Assembly, or at an Extra-ordinary General Assembly convened for this purpose d) within 30 days after the amendment, the General Secretary shall communicate the amendment to the University Authority.…”
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Financial Management Practices and Small- Scale Businesses' Profitability, from the Viewpoint of Kabale Municipality, Uganda by Eton, Marus, Fabian, Mwosi, Eliab, Byamukama Mpora

“…Limitations: This study was only conducted within Kabale Municipality and future studies should be conducted in the entire region. …”
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