ABSTRACT This study examined the extent to which the educational and health rights of children with disabilities (Cerebral Palsy) are being met in Zimbabwe, in general, and in Harare’s Highfield Suburb, in particular. The study was motivated by the fact that, in most parts of Africa children with disabilities and their families constantly experience barriers to the enjoyment of their basic human rights and to their inclusion in society. Objectives of the study were to examine the adequacy o...
ABSTRACT Covered kernel smut of sorghum caused by Sporisoriumsorghi is a major threat to sorghum production globally. This pathogen has been reported to attack sorghum resulting in yield losses as high as 75% on susceptible sorghum genotypes in Zimbabwe. Twelve sorghum genotypes were screened to determine the incidence and severity of covered kernel smut during the 2014/15 growing season. The trial was done under field conditions, where two artificial inoculation techniques namely seed dressi...
ABSTRACT The main focus of the research was on the impact of the Grain Loan Scheme on food security in Mutoko district’s wards 18 and 19 which are naturally drought prone areas in the district. The research was aimed at establishing an effective way of managing government funded food aid interventions including identifying and assessing the impacts of Grain Loan Scheme on food security in the district, assessing the capacity of institutions responsible for managing government funded food ai...
ABSTRACT The research aimed at determining the effectiveness of differentiation strategies on company performance investigating. Due to the intense competition faced by Gtel and the flooded mobile market , the researcher saw it fit to propose the implementation of differentiation as a strategy that will help the company to upgrade and revive company performance. The research objectives were to find out if product differentiation affects competitive advantage, to determine if personnel differe...
ABSTRACT ARKFor was among nine piloted REDD+ Project aimed at addressing the challenges of climate change and poverty reduction. The initiative intended to reduce significantly deforestation and forests degradation by enhancing alternative livelihood activities. The activities aimed at contributing livelihoods improvement to rural forest dependent communities. However, if the initiative is not well implemented would affect rural livelihood. This study was carried out to assess the socio econo...
ABSTRACT In Zimbabwe although there was a boom in the fisheries industry in the 1980s and 1990s especially in rural areas, the importance of the fishing industry was not considered critical. However, with the collapse of the agricultural sector, following the fast track land reform programme and subsequently the political and economic crises, brought renewed interest in the sector as people sought alternative forms of livelihoods. The vivid thrust of this unique research was to investigate th...
ABSTRACT The focus of this research was on exploring the role of the PMTCT Programme in the reduction of the infant mortality rate with particular reference to Chitungwiza in Zimbabwe. HIV/AIDS is a global concern that calls for utmost attention from development practitioners. Mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV is the most common route of infection in paediatric HIV acquisition. It contributes more than 90% of paediatric HIV infections. Widespread ignorance of the PMTCT Programme has ...
ABSTRACT This research undertook to examine the basic understanding of fair value accounting (FVA) in Zimbabwe and analyse the patterns within which it is adopted. The researcher’s analysis focused on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE), listed banks and individual Small and Medium Enterprises (SME’s). Accountants and auditors were also engaged in the research so as to determine their knowledge and their views on FVA. The researcher chose this topic because although a lot of authors have pr...
ABSTRACT This research sought to analyze the impact of textile industry closure it has on livelihoods looking at indicators such as access to income, quality of education, health care and standard of living. Particular attention was paid on how former workers and their immediate family members have been affected by the closure of textile industry and what coping strategies they have employed. The researcher’s case study is Merlin Textile Limited situated in Belmont Industrial Area in Bulawa...
ABSTRACT This dissertation defines financial inclusion as ongoing access to a range of financial services in an affordable and convenient manner. As low income groups are often among those lacking financial access, Microfinance programmes providing financial services to them have emerged as a public policy instrument to promote financial inclusion. This dissertation analyses the contribution of microfinance programmes in promoting financial inclusion in Zimbabwe. The research questions in the...
ABSTRACT The thrust of this study was to examine the effects of climate change on women in Guruve district ward 20. Purposive sampling under qualitative research was used to collect data from the targeted population which was women, Agricultural extension officers, the village head and the general populace. Interviews, focused group discussions and observations were the instruments used to collect the data. The researcher found out that climate change has disproportionately affected people in...
ABSTRACT The main focus of this research study was exploring gendered perceptions and attitudes towards voting in Gweru Urban. The main objectives of the study were to firstly to find out the views of men and women with regards to the process of voter registration in Gweru Urban. Secondly, the study sought to unravel the perception and attitudes of men and women towards voting and its relevance in Gweru Urban. Its last objective was to explore the push factors behind voting for men and women ...
ABSTRACT Funds available for investments are either from credits acquired from financial institutions or from household savings. Although some research has shown that rural households in Sub-Saharan Africa save, little is known about the factors that influence saving and asset accumulation among them. Low investment in Kenya is easily attributable to decreased savings. The study aimed at developing a broader understanding of the savings habits and practice of farm households in Trans-Nzoia Co...
ABSTRACT The broad and general objective of this study determines and assesses factors leading to police brutality in Moiben division Uasin Ngishu ounty. The specific objectives of this study were to explore the reasons where there is rampant police brutality in Moiben division, to examine factors that make police use excessive force in Moiben division, to bring into light the brutal methods that police use while performing their official duties in Moiben division and to examine possible solu...
ABSTRACT The SMEs play critical role in creating job opportunities and growth of the economy. Currently, the rate at which the new firms formed have stagnated and those with less than 5 years are closing down is very high. This has triggered research on the financial performance of the SMEs especially in areas with high levels of poverty since most studies concentrate on developed economies and urban centres. This study investigated the determinants of financial performance of processing SMEs...