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A chronological analysis of inflation dynamics in Kenya

Kimolo, D.W (2024-01)

This paper undertakes an exploratory examination of inflation dynamics in Kenya between 1970 and 2021, employing a descriptive research design and secondary data from various sources, coupled with qualitative analysis of ...
The role of foreign aid in the nexus between capital flight and unemployment in Sub-Saharan Africa

Asongu, S.A (2024-01)

This study assesses the relevance of foreign aid in the incidence of capital flight on unemployment in 20 countries in sub-Saharan Africa. The study is for the period 1996-2018, and the empirical evidence is based on ...
Exploring the accuracy-explainability trade-off on credit scoring classifiers

Mtiyane, Sibusiso (2024-02)

Recent research has highlighted the significance of accuracy and explainability of classification models applied across various disciplines. A wide range of classification models and combinations of models have been ...
Exploring the progression of women in senior management positions at an open distance e-learning institution in Gauteng

Mfopa, Mantsha Madiroko (2024-02-27)

Women’s progression and participation in senior management power structures is very limited in higher education institutions. Moreover, the prevalence of progressive laws that seek to promote women progression in South ...
Leadership competencies and capabilities in South African banks for the Fourth Industrial Revolution

Kajee-Wadee, Benazir (2023-07-26)

The study aimed to delve into the leadership competencies and capabilities within South African banks amidst the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). The rapidly transforming landscape of 4IR - marked by rapid technological ...
The role of vendors in addressing data management systems challenges towards improving data-driven organizational processes

Gaaje, Neo Naome (2023-12-24)

This study investigates the key role of vendors in overcoming challenges within data management systems to improve data-driven organizational processes. Addressing cybersecurity vulnerabilities, scalability issues, ...
Perceptions of organizational justice in the application of performance management systems in the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition in the public sector in South Africa

Mahlangu, Meshack Moses (2023-10)

Concerns about the Performance Management and Development System's (also known as the PMDS) implementation are prevalent throughout the South African public service. In certain cases, the distribution of the PMDS bonuses ...
The role of digital technologies in increasing operational efficiency in South Africa's systems integrator information technology industries

Okharedia, Ehimemhen (2023-12-21)

This research study analyses the intricate landscape of South Africa's Systems Integrator Information Technology industries, centering its focus on Dimension Data. Through a meticulous exploration, the study addresses ...
Mobile application e-grocery retail adoption challenges and coping strategies: a South African small and medium enterprises’ perspective

Mkansi, Marcia; Nsakanda, Aaron Luntala (Springer, 2023)

This paper explores how small and medium-sized e-grocery mobile application retailers evolving within the geographical context of South Africa and operating in the urban, township, and rural areas respond to theoretically ...
Transmogrification at a South African group relations conference : what does this mean for the individual and the organisation?

Tonelli, Louise (2022-01-28)

Group Relations Conferences provide adult learners opportunities to study above and below the surface dynamics of organisational and community life. An effective pedagogy in developing complex world views when exploring ...
Covert impact of organisational transformation on employees within the financial services sector: systems psychodynamics perspective

Nkwana, Sarah (2021-12-10)

The “new normal” has become the order of the day in the business environment and personal space. Over the decades, factors such as digital transformation, globalisation, the legal framework and now the COVID-19 pandemic, ...
Factors affecting technological innovation commercialisation support success in SMMEs in South Africa

Phochana, Sebina (2023-12-22)

This study outlines the factors affecting technological innovation commercialisation support success of technological innovations for the survival of Small Micro and Medium Enterprises (SMMEs). Technological innovation ...
Township clinic employees’ experience of the influence of an employee assistance programme on their wellness

Mnisi, Nwabisa (2023-08-28)

This study investigated the experience of the influence of an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) on township clinic employee’s wellness. A qualitative research approach in line with the interpretivist paradigm was used ...
Internal and external factors affecting the growth of small, medium and micro enterprises in overstrand local municipality, Western Cape Province

Basson, Nicolene (2023-12-20)

Background: Small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) play a vital economic role in South Africa, yet high failure rates persist. Removing obstacles to growth is key. This study explored internal and external factors, ...
Perceptions of professional ethics in labour relations at the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE), South Africa

Tsebe, Mogaba Daniel (2023)

Ethics is not a new phenomenon under investigation. Countries worldwide are concerned with how workers conduct themselves while on duty and have developed mechanisms to promote ethical behaviour in both the private and ...
The prediction of rural tourist experience: investigation at the cultural village in Lesotho

Shale, Shale Johannes (2024-02-08)

The development of various service quality models has been well researched, but they still need to be applied at a rural accommodation establishment in Lesotho is still lacking. Although there is consensus that service ...
Framework model for financing sustainable water and sanitation infrastructure in Zimbabwe

Mundonde, Justice (2022-10-24)

The specific objectives of this study were three-fold: to analyse global public-private partnerships (PPP) models commonly used in providing water and sanitation services in urban settlements, and assess their applicability ...
Relationship between entrepreneurial education, motivation, and entrepreneurial intention among Enactus students in South Africa

Gwala, Sbusiso Clerence (2023-01-15)

Due to the high level of unemployment in South Africa, the number of people starting businesses is lagging behind the rate of other African continents. Compared to other African countries, South Africa has a low level of ...
The link between foreign aid and economic growth in Africa : does the source of aid matter

Mamo Girma Tefera (2023-01)

This study empirically investigates the aid-growth nexus in 51 African countries composed of 25 low-income and 26 middle-income countries during the period 2000-2017. Within the context of the current changing global aid ...
Towards a risk attitude mediated framework for corporate governance and firm performance: recognising the role of unbounded irrationality in decision-making

Katsande, Ivony Kudzayi (2023-11)

Problem statement: Even with the institutionalisation of corporate governance, companies continue to collapse due to poor risk governance. Protecting shareholder value entails an in-depth understanding of the relationship ...

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