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CHALLENGES TO UNITED NATIONS EFFORTS TOWARDS ENSURING INTERNATIONAL PEACE AND SECURITY IN THE POST-COLD WAR ERA

Abstract: Subsequent  to  the  dissolution  of  the  Soviet  Union  on  26  December  1991,  the  cold  war  era were  terminated. This  ushered  the  world  into  the  post-cold  war  era.  The  post-cold  cold  war  era  saw  the  period  of  rapid advancement  in  science  and  technology.  New  security  challenges  began  to  emerge.  Despite  the  United Nations  changing  strategy  to  meet  up  with  the  new  peace  and  secur...

An Analysis Of Shakespeare’s Use Of Rhetoric In The Kings’ Speeches In King Henry Iv Part Ii And Henry V

Abstract This thesis is an analysis of Shakespeare’s use of rhetoric in the kings’ speeches in King Henry IV Part II and Henry V. The main aim of the study was to analyse Shakespeare’s use of rhetorical devices and their purpose in selected kings’ speeches appearing in King Henry IV Part II and Henry V. This study is based on selected extracts of speeches from the two plays. The speeches were analysed using the rhetorical analysis theory to unravel the use of rhetorical techniques and...

An Investigation Of The Impact Of Social Media As An Effective Communication Tool In Namibia: A Case Study Of The Affirmative Repositioning Movement (Arm)

ABSTRACT The study assesses the impact of social media, as a communication tool, its efficacy and the paradigm change it has brought to the communication process in Namibia. Using a qualitative method in the form of a case study, the researcher focuses on Namibia‟s socio-political movement, the Affirmative Repositioning Movement (ARM) to predict the impact of social media in Namibia, particularly Facebook. ARM is a youth driven movement which put immense pressure on the Government of Namibi...

The Future Of School Hostels In Namibia: Developing A More Costeffective System For The Future

ABSTRACT The study aims at examining the major factors and causes of the high expenditure in the management of hostels. It became clear through the research that government expenditure towards hostels is enormous and unsustainable, warranting a critical review. The key findings of the study revealed food provision, personnel and utilities as the major cost drivers. Other factors that contribute to high cost include lack of proper monitoring and control units as well as poor financial control ...

The Necessity Of The Second Phase Of Evangelization Among Vambunza In The Bunya Area Of The Northeastern Parts Of Namibia

TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................... PAGE NR Abstract ................................................................................. i Acknowledgements ............................................................ iii Declaration .......................................................................... iv Copyright statement ........................................................... v Dedication ..........................................................................

Challenges Of Speaking English By Zanzibar Government Secondary School Students: A Case Study Of Wete District

ABSTRACT The study has concentrated in investigation of challenges of speaking English to Zanzibar secondary school students in Wete district in Pemba Island, with the following specific objectives: To identify and describe the kind of challenges facing students on speaking English language, to identify and explain causes facing students towards poor English speaking, finally, to assess the strategies which would be employed for helping students to speak English language fluently. The study h...

Language And Media: A Case Of Lexical Features Of Masoud Kipanya’s Cartoons In Meaning Presentation

ABSTRACT This study sought to investigate the lexical features of Masoud Kipanya‟s cartoons in meaning presentation. Specifically the study aimed at; analyzing the nature of lexical features used in Masoud Kipanya‟s cartoons; explaining the semantic features of those lexical features; and examining how those lexical features in Masoud Kipanya‟s cartoons facilitated in presenting meaning. The study adopted a qualitative research approach. The sample size of this study was one hundred and...

Domestication In Marama Bean (Tylosema Esculentum): Agronomy, Phenotypic And Molecular Characterization For Its Improvement

Abstract Marama bean [Tylosema esculentum (Burchell) Schreiber] belongs to the family Fabaceae and is a candidate for domestication in arid zones. It is indigenous to the Kalahari regions of Southern Africa thriving in low nutrient and low moisture soils. Marama bean seeds exhibit high oil (up to 48%) and protein (up to 42%) content comparable to peanut and soybean respectively. The main purpose of this study was to determine the usefulness of previously developed microsatellite markers in di...

The Role Of The Police Force In Combating Threats Of Terrorism: A Case Study Of Tanzania Police Force

ABSTRACT This study was conducted at the Tanzania Police Force Headquarters in Dar es Salaam. The objective of the study was to examine the role of the Police Force in combating threats of terrorism in Tanzania. Primary and secondary data were collected using quantitative and qualitative techniques. Specific objectives included providing an overview of the state of terrorism in Tanzania, Examining existing international collaboration with TPF in combating threats of terrorism and finally to d...

Role Of The World Food Programme In Promoting Access To Primary Education In Monduli District, Tanzania

ABSTRACT This study has focused on examining the role of International Organizations in promoting access to primary education in Tanzania using World Food Programme in Monduli-Arusha. The study has been undertaken in Monduli District, Arusha region. The sample involved a total of 100 respondents who filled in the questionnaires. This sample has been derived through the application of purposive and random sampling methods. All of the aforementioned methods have been used to collect information...

A Conceptual Framework for QoE Measurement and Management in Networked Systems

ABSTRACT Network management of real time applications demands a new approach for an effective service quality provision. The traditional approach of network management based on Quality of Service (QoS) parameters like jitter, throughput, delay and loss cannot give enough details of how user quality demands. Therefore network management approach must start from user’s point of view to the network side. This kind of approach is called a user-centric network management approach which ensures t...

Usawiri Wa Mwanamke Katika Muziki Wa Nyimbo Za Dansi: Mifano Kutoka Katika Nyimbo Za Mbaraka Mwinshehe

IKISIRI Utafiti huu ulijadili kuhusu Taswira ya mwanamke katika Muziki wa Nyimbo za Dansi teule za Mbaraka Mwinshehe. Tatizo lililojenga utafiti huu ni kutokana na hali ya kila siku iliyopo kwa wasanii wa muziki wa nyimbo za dansi, wakiwemo wanaume, kumkweza mwanaume kinafasi na kimajukumu na kumtweza mwanamke. Utafiti ulitumia mbinu ya maktabani kwa kuchunguza kazi mbalimbali zilizoandikwa kuhusu usawiri wa mwanamke na mgawanyo wa majukumu kijinsia. Pia, nyimbo teule za Mbaraka Mwinshehe zim...

The Confluence Of Rhetoric And Science: A Rhetorical Enquiry Of Climate Change Publications In Namibia

ABSTRACT The thesis explored the dynamics of the rhetoric of the language of science on climate change publications. The arguments presented in this study were drawn from a theoretical framework that saw rhetorical arguments, texts and general discourse as instruments of communication of science publications on climate change in Namibia. Thus, Rhetorical Structure Theory (RST) was used in this study. The theoretical framework of the study was extended to incorporate the Aristotelian rhetorica...

Suala La Malezi Ya Mtoto Wa Kike Katika Riwaya Ya Kiswahili: Ulinganishi Wa Riwaya Za E. Kezilahabi Na S. A. Mohamed

IKISIRI Tasnifu hii inahusu suala la malezi ya mtoto wa kike katika riwaya ya Kiswahili ambayo ni miongoni mwa kazi za Fasihi Andishi zilizomakinikia jambo hili. Tumepata kariha ya kufanya utafiti huu baada ya kuona kwamba kipengele cha malezi ya mtoto wa kike, licha ya kusawiriwa katika riwaya ya Kiswahili, hakijachunguzwa vya kutosha, huku mtoto wa kike akikabiliwa na changamoto mbalimbali za kimalezi na kimazingira hasa katika zama hizi za utandawazi. Pia, wazazi na walezi wanaonekana kuka...

The Contribution Of International Institutions To Women Economic Empowerment. A Case Of The United Nations Entity For Gender Equality And The Empowerment Of Women (Unw)

ABSTRACT The past three decades from the 80‘s have witnessed a steadily increasing awareness of the need to empower women through measures that increase social, economic and political equity. In recognition of the importance of establishing gender equality around the world the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UNW)) was established in 1984. Thus, this study aimed to examine the contribution of the UN Women in women economic empowerment. The contribution...


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