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CHANGING JOBS LIKE CHANGING CLOTHES: JOB HOPPING AMONG ZIMBABWEAN UNIVERSITY LECTURERS
Job hopping has become prevalent amongst Zimbabwean university lecturers. The study seeks
to identify a solution to job hopping amongst academics. The investigation was aimed at
understanding causes, impact and solutions to job hopping of lecturers…
to identify a solution to job hopping amongst academics. The investigation was aimed at
understanding causes, impact and solutions to job hopping of lecturers…
Position: 373 (87 views)
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN GROWTH, POVERTY AND INCOME
INEQUALITY:
AN ASSESSMENT OF THE PRO-POOR GROWTH OF SOFALA PROVINCE
DURING THE PERIOD OF 1996-97 AND 2002-2003
Mozambique like many other developing countries has faced lack of information and
sometimes there is no detailed information about the poverty and inequality at district levels.
This research investigates the quality of growth in Sofala province, a…
sometimes there is no detailed information about the poverty and inequality at district levels.
This research investigates the quality of growth in Sofala province, a…
Position: 69 (180 views)
ESTIMATION OF THE IMPACT OF TOBACCO CURING
ON WOOD RESOURCES IN ZIMBABWE
This paper estimates the impact of tobacco curing on wood resources in Zimbabwe. The estimation was done using
the year 2009 and 2010 tobacco production statistics for small scale farmers obtained from the Tobacco Industry
Marketing Board (TIMB).…
the year 2009 and 2010 tobacco production statistics for small scale farmers obtained from the Tobacco Industry
Marketing Board (TIMB).…
Position: 76 (176 views)
PERCEPTIONS ON ECOLOGICAL SANITATION IN ZIMBABWE: THE CASE OF MASIYARWA COMMUNAL AREA IN ZVIMBA DISTRICT OF MASHONALAND WEST PROVINCE
Ecological sanitation technologies have taken prominence as sustainable ways of managing human
waste in communal settings. Since the introduction and adoption of such technologies in Zimbabwe
there has been limited evaluation of residents’…
waste in communal settings. Since the introduction and adoption of such technologies in Zimbabwe
there has been limited evaluation of residents’…
Position: 144 (158 views)
TWENTY FIRST CENTURY AND REHABILITATION PROGRAMMES FOR INMATES IN ZIMBABWE PRISONS
The study was set to establish the extent to which Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Services (ZPCS) provide rehabilitation and correctional services. World over, people are imprisoned after the courts have found them to be guilt of an offence.…
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THE ROLE OF THE SCHOOL IN TRANSITIONING YOUNG PEOPLE INTO VOCATIONAL TRAINING IN SELECTED SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN GWANDA DISTRICT
This paper sought to assess the role of the school in transitioning young people into vocational
training in selected secondary schools in Gwanda district. Many young people are completing secondary school
education without skills needed to live…
training in selected secondary schools in Gwanda district. Many young people are completing secondary school
education without skills needed to live…
Position: 249 (137 views)
THE RELEVANCE OF COUNSELLING IN THE MANAGEMENT OF CLIENTS WHO
ARE PHYSICALLY DISABLED AT HOUSEHOLD LEVEL:
IMPLICATIONS TO PRACTICING COUNSELLORS
Society attaches a stigma to many forms of disability and this leads to prejudicial treatment. The birth of a child with a
disability or chronic illness, or the discovery that a child has a disability, has a profound effect on a family. People…
disability or chronic illness, or the discovery that a child has a disability, has a profound effect on a family. People…
Position: 66 (181 views)
AN EVALUATION OF GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING SERVICES
OFFERED TO STUDENTS IN GWANDA URBAN AND PERI-URBAN
SECONDARY SCHOOLS
Position: 46 (192 views)
UNDERSTANDING CONFLICT AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION METHODS IN ZIMBABWEAN CHURCHES. THE CASE OF BINDURA SALVATION ARMY CITADEL
This study sought to assess how congregants at Bindura Salvation Army Citadel understand conflict and conflict
resolution methods. The study used a mixed method approach combining focus group discussions, in-depth interviews
and congregant’s…
resolution methods. The study used a mixed method approach combining focus group discussions, in-depth interviews
and congregant’s…
Position: 163 (154 views)
THE EFFECT OF STAGE OF GROWTH AND METHOD OF DRYING
FRESH HERBAGE ON CHEMICAL COMPOSITION OF THREE TROPICAL
HERBACEOUS FORAGE LEGUMES
The objective of this study was to assess the effect of
stage of growth and method of drying fresh herbage on
the chemical composition of herbaceous forage
legumes namely Cassia rotundifolia (Cassia), Lablab
purpureus (Lablab) and Macroptilium…
stage of growth and method of drying fresh herbage on
the chemical composition of herbaceous forage
legumes namely Cassia rotundifolia (Cassia), Lablab
purpureus (Lablab) and Macroptilium…
Position: 332 (119 views)
THE EFFECT FEEDING FORAGE LEGUMES AS NITROGEN SUPPLEMENT ON GROWTH PERFORMANCE OF SHEEP
The effect of feeding forage legumes,
Cowpea, Silverleaf desmodium and Oxley fine stem
stylo, as protein supplements to natural pasture (veld)
hay on intake, growth rate and nitrogen metabolism in
growing lambs was evaluated. Thirty growing…
Cowpea, Silverleaf desmodium and Oxley fine stem
stylo, as protein supplements to natural pasture (veld)
hay on intake, growth rate and nitrogen metabolism in
growing lambs was evaluated. Thirty growing…
Position: 353 (113 views)
EMERGING ORGANIC CONTAMINANTS IN DRINKING WATER SYSTEMS: HUMAN INTAKE, EMERGING HEALTH RISKS, AND FUTURE RESEARCH DIRECTIONS
Few earlier reviews on emerging organic contaminants (EOCs) in drinking water systems (DWS) focused on their
detection, behaviour, removal and fate. Reviews on multiple exposure pathways, human intake estimates, and
health risks including…
detection, behaviour, removal and fate. Reviews on multiple exposure pathways, human intake estimates, and
health risks including…
Position: 370 (93 views)
USING ECUMENICAL EXPERIENCES TO RESPOND TO NEW PUBLIC LIFE CHALLENGES
The description of the history of the church in Zimbabwe highlights the presence of a visibly
united church that has been actively involved in supporting public life since the colonial era.
The division within the Christian community is not a…
united church that has been actively involved in supporting public life since the colonial era.
The division within the Christian community is not a…
Position: 363 (105 views)
RELEVANCE AND SUITABILITY OF TRADITIONAL INSTITUTIONS IN PEACEBUILDING AND CONFLICT TRANSFORMATION: A CASE STUDY OF MASHONALAND CENTRAL PROVINCE,
ZIMBABWE
This study explores the relevance and suitability of traditional institutions in peacebuilding and conflict
transformation during the periods 2002-2008 and 2009-2013 in Mashonaland Central Province in Zimbabwe. The study
employed a mixed method…
transformation during the periods 2002-2008 and 2009-2013 in Mashonaland Central Province in Zimbabwe. The study
employed a mixed method…
Position: 307 (125 views)
CONFLICT OVER COVERAGE OF SALARYGATE BY THE PRINT MEDIA: A CASE STUDY OF THE HERALD (JANUARY 2014 TO APRIL 2014) IN ZIMBABWE.
This study seeks to analyse the controversial issues about coverage of salarygate by the print media in Zimbabwe by The Herald, and the roles
that the media play in curbing the problem. Both quantitative and qualitative data approaches were used to…
that the media play in curbing the problem. Both quantitative and qualitative data approaches were used to…
Position: 178 (150 views)
PSYCHOLOGICAL CHALLENGES AFFECTING PRIMARY
SCHOOL GOING ORPHANS IN WANGANUI COMMUNITY,
ZIMBABWE
This study sought to identify psychological challenges affecting primary school orphans in Wanganui Community in Zimbabwe. The study
employed a mixed method approach combining questionnaires with teachers and care givers, interview sessions with…
employed a mixed method approach combining questionnaires with teachers and care givers, interview sessions with…
Position: 152 (156 views)
AN ANALYSIS OF CHOLERA INTERVENTIONS BY DEVELOPMENT
ORGANIZATIONS IN HARARE URBAN DISTRICT FROM A DISASTER RISK REDUCTION PERSPECTIVE
This study analysed the interventions undertaken in Harare Urban District that contributed to curbing of cholera from 2008 as well as current interventions toward prevention. A mixed method approach was used combining household survey, focus group…
Position: 140 (159 views)
EFFECTVENESS OF HUMAN RIGHTS AND HUMAN RIGHTS SUPPORTS PROGRAMMES OFFERED BY RESTORATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS ZIMBABWE IN DARWEDALE DISTRICT, ZIMBABWE.
This research study evaluates human rights support programmes offered by civic organizations in harsh political and economic community in a
hyper inflammatory environment. An evaluation of human rights support programmes with special reference to…
hyper inflammatory environment. An evaluation of human rights support programmes with special reference to…
Position: 90 (172 views)
AN UNDERSTANDING OF HUMAN RIGHTS AND HUMAN RIGHTS SUPPORTS
PROGRAMMES OFFERED BY RESTORATION OF HUMAN RIGHTS IN
DARWEDALE DISTRICT OF HARARE,ZIMBABWE
The main objective of this study was to have an in-depth understanding of human rights and human rights support programmes offered by civic
organizations in harsh political and economic community in a hyper inflammatory environment. This was carried…
organizations in harsh political and economic community in a hyper inflammatory environment. This was carried…
Position: 123 (163 views)
CAUSES OF MARITAL CONFLICTS IN CHRISTIAN
MARRIAGES IN DOMBOSHAVA AREA,
MASHONALAND EAST PROVINCE, ZIMBABWE
This study investigates causes of marital conflicts in mainline and modern day Christian churches found in
Domboshava area. The study used a qualitative approach, using focus group discussions with church
members and in-depth interviews with church…
Domboshava area. The study used a qualitative approach, using focus group discussions with church
members and in-depth interviews with church…
Position: 160 (155 views)
WASTE DISPOSAL PRACTICES THAT INVOLVE COMMUNITIES
The aim of the study was to explore challenges faced by local authorities in the management of solid wastes, and to
establish the kind of linkages that exist between the ratepayers and local authorities. The study also focused on
discovering what…
establish the kind of linkages that exist between the ratepayers and local authorities. The study also focused on
discovering what…
Position: 264 (133 views)
REVITALISING TRANSFORMATIONAL GOVERNANCE FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: PERSPECTIVES FROM KENYA
Efficient delivery of public services in Kenya and other developing countries has for long been hindered
by highly centralised governments. Recognising the need to achieve high economic growth and reduce
poverty-related inequalities, Kenyans…
by highly centralised governments. Recognising the need to achieve high economic growth and reduce
poverty-related inequalities, Kenyans…
Position: 275 (130 views)
NITROGEN RETENTION AND MICROBIAL PROTEIN YIELD OF DESMODIUM UNCUNATUM, MUCUNA PRURIENS AND VIGNA
UNGUICULATA FORAGE LEGUMES IN GOATS
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AN IT PROJECT MANAGEMENT
FRAMEWORK FOR ASSESSING
THE DYNAMISM OF CULTURE
UNDER GLOBALIZATION:
EVIDENCE FROM ZIMBABWE
66 International Journal of Information Technology Project Management, 4(4), 66-81, October-December 2013
Copyright © 2013, IGI Global. Copying or distributing in print or electronic forms without written permission of IGI Global is…
Copyright © 2013, IGI Global. Copying or distributing in print or electronic forms without written permission of IGI Global is…
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THE ROLE OF TURNITIN POLICY IN ACADEMIC
WRITING: A CASE OF ZIMBABWE OPEN UNIVERSITY
Academics strive to produce quality academic writing. There is need to ensure that issues of
plagiarism are addressed to promote quality academic writing. Plagiarism means using some
one’s ideas without even acknowledging the source…
plagiarism are addressed to promote quality academic writing. Plagiarism means using some
one’s ideas without even acknowledging the source…
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