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    • The Beira Blockade 

      Wharam, Alan (Department of Law, University of Rhodesia ( now University of Zimbabwe.) (UZ), 1970-04)
      This is the third in Mr. Wharam’s series of articles on the legal implications of U.D.I. (See [1967] C.L.J. 189 and 1969 R.L.J. 21.) In this article Mr. Wharam examines the possible defences that might be available to ...

    • Cancer of the Lung in Gwanda 

      Osburn, H.S. (Faculty of Medicine, Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM), University College of Rhodesia (now University of Zimbabwe), 1957-06)

    • The Nature of Forecasting 

      Osborn, Edward (Rhodesian Economic Society (RES). University of Rhodesia (now University of Zimbabwe.), 1969-12)
      I wish to make it clear from the outset that I am not going to discuss the mechanics or the techniques of forecasting. I know little of such techniques as cost benefit analysis, discounted cash flows, etc. My experience ...

    • A Survey of Leprosy amongst the Lovale Tribe in the Upper Zambesi Basin, Northern Rhodesia 

      Worsfold, J.T. (Faculty of Medicine, Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM), University College of Rhodesia (now University of Zimbabwe), 1957-09)
      An extensive health survey, with special reference to an epidemiological study of leprosy, amongst the Lovale tribe who live in the upper Zambesi basin has been carried out. A considerable part of their tribal area is in ...

    • Fractures of the Head of the Radius with Medial Displacement 

      Nangle, E.J. (Faculty of Medicine, Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM), University College of Rhodesia (now University of Zimbabwe), 1957-05)
      It is now well recognised that fractures of the head of the radius are not trivial injuries, but are due to the elbow joint being subjected to a considerable degree of violence. The injury usually occurs when the patient ...

    • Towards Group Litigation in Zimbabwe 

      Tshuma, Lawrence (Faculty of Law, University of Zimbabwe (UZ), 1989)
      Introduction (i) A bus overturns. A number of passengers are injured and others lose their lives. The injured persons and dependants of those killed wish to sue the bus operator. (ii) Many infants are born deformed. It ...

    • Current Wage Problems in Rhodesia and Zambia 

      Ngcobo, S.B. (Rhodesian Economic Society (RES). University of Rhodesia (now University of Zimbabwe.), 1968-06)
      The purpose of this paper is to discuss and to make certain critical observations on wage problems and related matters in Rhodesia and Zambia.2 For purposes of this discussion, I shall draw partly from my own research and ...

    • Symmetrical Gangrene Occurring in a Female African Affected with Endomyocardial Fibrosis 

      Gelfand, Michael (Faculty of Medicine, Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM), University College of Rhodesia (now University of Zimbabwe), 1957-09)
      Endomyocardial fibrosis was first described in Africans in 1946 by Bedford and Konstam, who recognised it in West African soldiers, and two years later Davies gave a fuller account of it from Uganda. Since then several ...

    • Defending and Protecting Gender Equality and the Family Under a Decidedly Undecided Constitution in Zimbabwe 

      Ncube, Welshman (Faculty of Law, University of Zimbabwe (UZ), 1997)
      Zimbabwe is party to virtually all international human rights instruments which oblige countries to inter alia, protect and promote the family and family life for the benefit of its members; guarantee women equality with ...

    • Non-Academic Qualities of Lawyers 

      MacDonald, H.N. (Department of Law, University of Rhodesia ( now University of Zimbabwe.) (UZ), 1973-04)
      In this address to the Hudson Society Mr Justice MacDonald \ reminds law students that the academic study of law is not enough. \.To play his proper part in the pursuit of justice the lawyer must l develop a sound moral ...

    • Marriage by Affidavit: Developing Alternative Laws on Cohabitation in Kenya 

      Kabeberi-Macharia, Janet; Nyamu, Celestine (Faculty of Law, University of Zimbabwe (UZ), 1997)
      Cohabitation unions are on the increase in Kenya more so due to the breakdown of the family unit as a result of increased urbanization and rural-urban migration. More often than not, those entering into cohabitation unions ...

    • Smallholder Dairy Production and Marketing in Zimbabwe: a Socio-Economic Study of the Gokwe, Rusitu and Marirangwe Dairy Development Projects 

      Hanyani-Mlambo., B.T. (Department Of Agricultural Economics and Extension (DAEE) (University of Zimbabwe) (UZ), 2000-03)
      Focus on agricultural development in Sub-Saharan Africa has seen a shift towards the smallholder sector, which is home and employment provider to more than 70 percent of the population. However, on-the-ground realities and ...

    • Taking Crime Victims Seriously 

      Goredema, Charles (Faculty of Law, University of Zimbabwe (UZ), 1989)

    • Ephebiatrics in General Practice 

      Fynn, R.W. (Faculty of Medicine, Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM), University College of Rhodesia (now University of Zimbabwe), 1957-05)

    • Towards a Stronger Human Rights Culture in Zimbabwe: the Special Role of Lawyers 

      Feltoe, Geoff (Faculty of Law, University of Zimbabwe (UZ), 1989)
      After consulting with the various security authorities, the Government decided in the middle of 1990 that in the light of the improved security situation, the state of emergency which had been continuously in effect since ...

    • Industrial Development in Rhodesia 

      Graylin, J.C. (Rhodesian Economic Society (RES). University of Rhodesia (now University of Zimbabwe.), 1969-12)

    • Human Rights Training for Public Officials 

      Feltoe, Geoff (Faculty of Law, University of Zimbabwe (UZ), 1997)
      The role of human rights organizations has tended to be primarily reactive. Where human rights violations have occurred human rights organizations have responded by documenting and publicising the abuses, seeking redress ...

    • The Importance of Water Development in the Economic Growth of Rhodesia 

      Cormack, R.M.M. (Rhodesian Economic Society (RES). University of Rhodesia (now University of Zimbabwe.), 1969-12)
      The ever-increasing emphasis on “Development” of every aspect of our environment is perhaps the outstanding characteristic of the age we live in. For many thousands of years man was able to survive with a minimum of ...

    • A Study on the Human Factor Issues of Lecturers and Students that Hinder the Establishment of an E-leaming Enabled Tertiary Institution in a Traditionally Face to Face Institution 

      Chikasha, Samuel; Tarugarira, Jubilee; Van Petegem, Wim (Human Resource Research Centre (HRRC) , University of Zimbabwe (UZ.), 2006-03)
      Information and Communication Technology (ICT) provides various opportunities and challenges for improving and revamping the learning experiences of students and lecturers. The purpose of this article is to identify and ...

    • Deviance in Rhodesian Society: the Impact of European Values on African Culture as a Cause of Crime 

      Cant, S.C.; Masina, E.L. (Faculty of Law, University of Rhodesia ( now University of Zimbabwe.) (UZ), 1973-04)