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Faculty Of Social Sciences, Department Of Politics And Public Management

ABSTRACT The research study sought to analyse the implications of Zimbabwe’s Land Reform Programme on its Relations with the SADC states as well as to proffer scholarly and policy recommendations that will lead to sound SADC relations of regional integration. A qualitative approach was adopted, utilising interviews and questionnaires to gather primary data. Secondary data was obtained from several publications, journals and government reports and reputable media publications. The study was ...

The Influence Of Social Media Interaction On Brand Equity: A Case Of Old Mutual Zimbabwe

ABSTRACT The development of social networks has transformed the communication landscape; companies are no longer co-creators of marketing information as consumers have been empowered to share their experiences with several online peers. After an economic melt-down, several financial service companies operating in Zimbabwe are facing hardships in regaining customer’s confidence and this has engendered transitory investments as well as under-capitalisation. This study aims to determine the in...

An Assessment On The Role Of Univesities In Pursuing The United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goal No 4. The Case Of Msu

ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to assess the role of universities in pursuing the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goal No. 4, which is on the need to ensure equitable, inclusive quality education that promotes lifelong learning for all using the case study of Midlands State University. The study takes note that equitable, inclusive quality education that promotes lifelong learning for all is the premise, prudent hallmark to sustainable development and an ideal thread towards...

Investigating The Influence Of Non Financial Incentives On Employee Motivation: A Case Of Coloursell Furnishers (Pvt) Ltd

ABSTRACT The researcher’s main objective in carrying out the study was to investigate the influence of non financial incentives on employee motivation. The research was triggered by the researcher’s wish to improve the welfare of the workers at CF Pvt Ltd. This was in response to an outcry by the employees over poor remuneration, long working hours and poor working conditions at the organisation. These conditions caused an increase in the labour turnover rate. Turnover resulted in a loss ...

The Impact Of Owner Management On The Financial Performance Of A Company: A Case Of Hofstra Manacc Consultancy

Abstract This research seeks to examine the impact of owner management on the financial performance of a company using Hofstra Manacc Consultancy as a case study. Some scholars were of the view that ownership structure plays a significant role in determining the financial performance of a company. However, others argued that ownership and management structure of a company has nothing to do with the financial performance of a company. In conducting this research, the researcher used the mixed ...

An Evaluation Of Capital Adequacy Ratios As Indicators Of Bank Performance

ABSTRACT The study is an evaluation of capital adequacy ratios as indicators of bank performance with major focus on determining effectiveness of these capital adequacy ratios in indicating performance of banks. Twelve commercial banks formed the research population with secondary dataset obtained from end of year financial statements and annual reports for the period 2009 to 2012 based on judgemental technique. An explanatory research design was used in conjunction with an econometric panel ...

Analysis Of Government Policy On Financial Performance Of Zimbabwe Motor Industry: Case Study Of Croco Motor.

ABSTRACT The aim of the research is to analyze the government policies on financial performance of Zimbabwe Motor industry. The literature on the research study constituted all the objectives of the research study and what other authors have said about the government policies on financial performance. Questionnaires were used as the main data collection instruments essential in the collection of data. Primary and Secondary sources were both used to obtain data. The targeted population size us...

Socio-psychological implications of Covid-19: Issues, challenges and future prospects

ABSTRACT The outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) occurred in the capital of Hubei province in China in December 2019, and has since engulfed almost all sectors of society across the globe, irrespective of age, sex, race, religion, or color. Exposure to COVID-19 has increased the risk of numerous socio-psychological problems such as the risk of domestic violence, suicidal behavior, social stigma and discrimination, human-rights-related challenges and crime, depression, anxiety, stress, phobias,...

The Effectiveness Of School-Based Management In Improving The Quality Of Teaching And Learning In Public Primary Schools In Serengeti District-Tanzania

ABSTRACT The study sought to investigate the effectiveness of School-Based Management (SBM) in improving the quality of Teaching and Learning in public primary schools, based on teachers’ quality and teaching and learning materials. The study employed a qualitative research approach. The area of the study was Serengeti district, Mara region. Data were collected through documentary review, observation, interviews and focus group discussion (FGD). Qualitative data gathered were subjected to ...

Perceptions Of Tax Payers On The Use Of Electronic Fiscal Devices (Efds) In Revenue Collection In Tanzania: A Case Of Dodoma Municipality

ABSTRACT Specifically the objectives of the study were to (i) determine the benefits of using EFDs in revenue collection (ii) examine the perceptions of taxpayers towards the use of EFDs machines in revenue collection and (iii) identify challenges towards the use of the EFDs in revenue collection. This study adopted the survey research design which was most appropriate as it entailed gathering of primary data from tax payers who using EFD machine in revenue collection. The population consist...

Impact Of Relationship Marketing On Customer Retention In The Banking Sectors In Tanzania: A Case Of National Microfinance Bank In Arusha City Council

ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of relationship marketing in customer retention in NMB at Arusha City Council in Tanzania. The study was guided by four specific objectives which were to understand the relationship marketing strategies employed by NMB Bank, to assess customer‟s perception of relationship marketing strategies employed by NMB Bank, to investigate the level of retention in NMB Bank and to examine the impact of relationship marketing strategies on c...

The Causes And Consequences Of Drug Abuse And Addiction Among Women Drug Users In Zanzibar: A Case Of Urban West Region Unguja

ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to examine the causes and consequences of drug abuse and addiction among women drug users in Zanzibar. Specifically, the study aimed at identifying various causes that lead women to start and get into drug use, characterizing the addiction stages that women drug users go through in their living, identifying the consequence of drug abuse and addiction on women who use drugs and eventually, this study investigates how government and other organization tak...

The Impact Of Training Programmes On Employees’ Performance In The Public Sector In Tanzania: A Case Of Tanroads-Dodoma

ABSTRACT This study investigated the impact of Training programmes on Employees‟ Performance in the Public Sector in Tanzania, whereby TANROADS-Dodoma was used as a case study. The study was conducted so as to find out how training programmes enhance employees‟ work performance for quality outcomes. The review of the literature conducted explains and highlights the role of effective training and feedback, in improving the quality of task process which ultimately results in the improvemen...

An assessment of challenges facing pay as you earn tax payers in Tanzania: a case study of Sumatra, dar es salaam.

ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to assess the challenges facing PAYE tax payers taking SUMATRA Dar Es Salaam as a case study. The specific objectives of this study were to assess the administration of PAYE tax, the extent of tax burden and measures to improve payment of PAYE tax. This study employed a triangulation of approaches such as case study and cross sectional design. A total of 48 respondents -workers were randomly sampled to get data on the problem. Data collection was done throu...

Assessment Of The Contribution Of Outreach Programme In Enhancing The Livelihood Of Adjacent Communities: A Case Of Serengeti National Park

ABSTRACT The study was conducted to investigate the contribution of an outreach programme to the livelihood of communities adjacent SENAPA. Three specific objectives guided the study, that is, to explore perceptions of communities towards Outreach Programme (OP), to assess how the OP has improved livelihood; and to ascertain the challenges facing local communities living adjacent SENAPA. Four villages were involved in this study. These were Bisarara, Tamkeri, Gwikongo, and Bonchugu. The data...


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