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TEFF production and distribution : implications for rural livelihoods in Ethiopia

Nahusenay Teamer Gebrehiwot (2022-01)

Teff (Eragrostis teff) is the most important cereal crop in terms of both production and consumption in Ethiopia. About 6.7 million smallholder farmers have been engaged in Teff production, covering more than 3 million ha ...
Evaluation of the efficacy of selected ameliorants to alleviate soil crusting, with a view to reclamation of degraded land, in Dinokeng Game Reserve

Human, Anelle (2023-01)

Soil crusting is a serious problem throughout South Africa in crop farming, rangeland and wildlife reserves, leading to reduced water infiltration, increased runoff and ero-sion, inhibited soil aeration, germination and ...
Assessment of Agro-based entrepreneurship opportunities in the fast track land reform programme in Marondera District, Zimbabwe

Murwira, Vincent (2023-01)

This study assessed the entrepreneurial opportunities inherent in the Fast-Track Land Reform Programme (FTLRP) in the Marondera District of Mashonaland East province, Zimbabwe. The study was energised by the idea that ...
Techno-economic and sustainability assessment of solar-aided lignocellulosic biorefineries

Nwai, Christian Yakan A. (2023-01-30)

The aim of this thesis is to conduct a techno-economic and sustainability assessment of solar-aided biorefineries in South Africa. Previous studies on solar-aided lignocellulosic biorefineries are limited to concept ...
Next generation sequencing as a genomic used tool to detect species substitution and mislabelling in meat products sold in South Africa

Chaora, Nyaradzo Stella (2023-01-31)

Meat species adulteration is a subject that has brought a lot of controversy to the meat industry and has led to meat adulteration studies being conducted worldwide. Correct labelling of meat products promotes fair trade ...
Balancing the triple bottom line in last mile distribution: a digital mobile approach

Sipamla, Mangaliso Phillip (2023-02)

The digital age has extensively changed the way consumers make their purchases from in-store to online purchases. With this shift, companies are struggling to maintain and balance the trade-offs between profits, people and ...
Determining the efficacy of syringa (Melia azedarach L.) extracts and garlic (Allium sativum L.) extracts in the control of tobacco spider mites (Tetranychus evansi) in tomatoes (Lycopersicum esculentum) under field conditions in Chiredzi District, in Zimbabwe

Show, Nyamhunga (2023-03)

The production of tomatoes is hampered by a variety of pests and diseases despite the importance of tomatoes as a vegetable in everyday life and their economic significance in Zimbabwe. Tobacco spider mites (Tetranychus ...
Genomic markers associated with immune traits in Sasso chickens raised in Ethiopia

Mekonnen Girma Nedi (2023-03)

Newcastle disease virus (NDV) is one of the highly contagious avian pathogens that threaten poultry producers based in endemic zones as a result of its epidemic potential. Selection for antibody (Ab) response has potential ...
Process synthesis and experimental analysis of waste tire thermochemical conversion processes

Mavukwana, Athi-Enkosi (2023-04-11)

The thermochemical conversion of waste tires for chemicals and power production is investigated using process synthesis techniques and experimental analysis. Pyrolysis and gasification technologies were evaluated in terms ...
Effect of net shading and season on plant growth, productivity and quality of bush tea (Athrixia phylicoides DC.)

Ramphinwa, Maanea Lonia (2023-04-18)

Bush tea (Athrixia phylicoides DC.) is a South African native plant that grows naturally in different parts of South Africa that are characterized by different climatic conditions. The effects of agricultural practices on ...
Opportunities for growth in the Namibian automotive industry

Smeer, Hennie Johan (2023-04-30)

The manufacturing industry in Namibia faces several constraints impeding the establishment of an automotive manufacturing industry able to imitate the success of the automotive industry in South Africa. This study aimed ...
Factors affecting growth and profitability of spaza shops in Ekurhuleni Metropolitan municipality

Ndimande, Thulane Churchill (2023-05-22)

The study aimed to understand the factors affecting the growth and profitability of spaza shops in the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality (EMM). A qualitative, explorative approach was undertaken in the four selected ...
Adapting a developed market credit risk model for the understanding and estimation of consumer credit losses in South Africa

Kimetto, Geoffrey John (2023-05-28)

The aim of this research was to build a developed market credit risk model and adapt it for the understanding and estimation of consumer credit losses in the emerging market of South Africa. The developed market of the ...
Towards sustainable management of urban green spaces in Zimbabwe: an explanatory study of Gweru City

Produce, Mukwenyi (2023-07)

Effective sustainable management of urban green spaces can cushion the shocks associated with their depletion and the accomplishment of SDG 11.7, particularly in countries in the Global South that are rapidly urbanising. ...
An investigation on the role of food gardens to food security and community development in Thulamela Municipality

Kwinda, Pfanani Charlotte (2023-07)

This study was conducted in the Thulamela Municipality, Vhembe District of Limpopo Province, South Africa. The study area is characterised by poverty-stricken rural households. A high proportion of households relied ...
Empowerment of small-scale communal forest growers based on four case studies: opportunities, challenges, and risks - towards a suitable solution

Mkwalo, Andile Churchill (2023-07-31)

The purpose of this study is to assess the challenges, opportunities, and risks of small scale communal forest projects across four communities in South Africa, and through this, to make a contribution to the neglected ...
Efficacy evaluation of selected soil applied herbicides on Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus) seedlings under thermoperiods simulating Mutale magisterial area

Mashamba, Dzivhuluwani; Raletsena, M. V.; Mongalo, N. I.; Molele, P. K. (2024-01)

Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L.) Moench is an essential vegetable globally, but in the past decade, a reduction in yield per hectare has been noted. Amongst various reasons for its low yield, weeds are the most important. ...
An examination of the intended-behaviour gap towards ethical fashion in South African millennials

Simango, Tendai (2024-02)

The overconsumption of goods and services caused by increasing population and economic growth is threatening environmental stability around the globe. The fashion industry with its unsustainable and unethical practices has ...
Exploring consumer attitude and its influence on the intention to purchase genetically modified (GM) food products : towards an integrated research framework to advance food security

Van Zuydam, Sonè Cornè (2024-02)

Research in South Africa (SA) has not yet explored consumers’ attitudes toward genetically modified food products (GMFPs) and attitude’s influence on their purchase intention (PI) by combining the Expectancy Value (EV) ...

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