A study was conducted in Nkere zone Makindye Division a Kampala suburb, the main issues considered included the manner squatter settlements develop, who establishes them and why it happens so. Then their impact on both the human and bio-physical environments. The study also considered measures and controls to reduce the development of slums around cities. A general study survey research design was used in carrying out this study and instruments in data collection included questionnaires administered to key respondents like Division and Medical officials and other government relevant bodies, then local resident respondents. Some interview schedules were also used to collect data from residents and other representatives of Nkere zone. Photography and observation were also applied. Findings revealed that the effect caused by squatter settlements to the environment is so adverse in the sense that irreversible environmental damage may be the end result if not checked in time.
KARUURU, E (2021). The Effect Of Squatter Settlements On The Environment: A Case Study Of Nkere Zone Makindye Division Kampala Uganda. Afribary. Retrieved from https://afribary.com/works/the-effect-of-squatter-settlements-on-the-environment-a-case-study-of-nkere-zone-makindye-division-kampala-uganda
KARUURU, ERIC "The Effect Of Squatter Settlements On The Environment: A Case Study Of Nkere Zone Makindye Division Kampala Uganda" Afribary. Afribary, 12 Jun. 2021, https://afribary.com/works/the-effect-of-squatter-settlements-on-the-environment-a-case-study-of-nkere-zone-makindye-division-kampala-uganda. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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KARUURU, ERIC . "The Effect Of Squatter Settlements On The Environment: A Case Study Of Nkere Zone Makindye Division Kampala Uganda" Afribary (2021). Accessed July 18, 2025. https://afribary.com/works/the-effect-of-squatter-settlements-on-the-environment-a-case-study-of-nkere-zone-makindye-division-kampala-uganda