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The Predictive Effects of Job Satisfaction and Organizational Commitment on Teaching Efficacy of Secondary School Teachers in Ibadan, Nigeria
(Human Resource Research Centre (HRRC) , University of Zimbabwe (UZ.), 2007-11)The study investigated the capacity of job satisfaction and organizational commitment to predict teaching efficacy of secondary school teachers. Data from a sample of 300 secondary school teachers were obtained, including ... -
The Legal Regulations of Compulsory Motor Vehicle Insurance in Zimbabwe
(Faculty of Law, University of Zimbabwe (UZ), 1995)Is the uncertainty contingent upon the happening of an unwelcome event. The happening of the event may result in economic loss of one form or another to a person or organisation exposed to risk. Central to the concept of ... -
Law and Social Transformation: the Chilean Experiment
(Faculty of Law, University of Zimbabwe (UZ), 1988)The victory of the Unidad Popular Party (UP) led by Salvador Allende in the Chilean general election of September 4, 1970 which led to the unfolding of political, economic and social processes never experienced anywhere ... -
Peasant Production and Marketing of Grain Crops in Zimbabwe 1890-1986: an Overview
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Developing a Computer Database for Registering and Monitoring Patients on Chronic Drug Therapy to Determine Drug Consumption: a Pilot Study.
(Faculty of Medicine, Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM) , University of Zimbabwe (UZ.), 2001-08)Objectives: To develop a computerised database for monitoring actual drug consumption by a group of patients on chronic drug therapy and pilot the database to assess its effectiveness. Setting: Community based in Chitungwiza, ... -
The Artificial Heart
(Faculty of Medicine, Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM), University College of Rhodesia (now University of Zimbabwe), 1958-09) -
Porphyria in Africa
(Faculty of Medicine, Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM), University College of Rhodesia (now University of Zimbabwe), 1958-10)Until recently, porphyria has been regarded as a rare condition in most countries and has merited but passing comment in standard textbooks of medicine. As this is a condition requiring a high index of diagnostic suspicion, ... -
Improving Water Use Efficiency in Garden Irrigation: Experiences from the Lowveld Research Station, Southeast Zimbabwe
(University of Zimbabwe (UZ) Publications., 1995)In dry regions, access to irrigation systems is the principle factor effecting garden size and success. In rural areas, efficient irrigation can allow more families to benefit from a particular water source and can improve ... -
Neuropsychiatric HIV-1 Infection Study: in Kenya and Zaire Cross-Sectional Phase I and II
(Faculty of Medicine, Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM) , University of Zimbabwe (UZ.), 1995-10)The objective of the study was to determine the prevalence and natural history of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) associated psychiatric, neuropsychological and neurological abnormalities. A total of 408 subjects ... -
Superficial Brachial Artery Terminating as Radial and Superficial Ulnar Arteries: A Case Report
(Faculty of Medicine, Central African Journal of medicine (CAJM) , University of Zimbabwe (UZ.), 2001-03)Striking variations in the origin and course of the principal arteries of the upper limb have received the attention of anatomists and surgeons for a long time.1'5 Departures from this anatomical norm, with respect to ... -
The Widows Lot — a Remedy?: The Application of Spoilation Orders in Customary Succession
(Faculty of Law, University of Zimbabwe (UZ), 1983)Reform is required in many areas of the law in Zimbabwe, particularly so in matters affecting family law and succession. However, the process of amending the law is often slow, particularly where change goes to the very ... -
The Acute Abdomen in Africans —The Approach of a Physician
(Faculty of Medicine, Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM), University College of Rhodesia (now University of Zimbabwe), 1959-10) -
The ILO and the Right to Strike
(Faculty of Law, University of Zimbabwe (UZ), 1988)The existence or otherwise of the right of trade unions to strike is a controversial matter both at national and international level. If evidence of this is needed, it can be found in abundance in the experiences of many ... -
Filariasis on the North Nyasa Lake Shore
(Faculty of Medicine, Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM), University College of Rhodesia (now University of Zimbabwe), 1958-03)A small series of investigations have been performed to assess the prevalence of microfilaraemia and elephantiasis occurring on the North Nyasa lake shore. Only two areas are present in Nyasaland where filariasis is endemic, ... -
Wetlands and Water Harvesting as Resources in Communal Farmers' Food Security: A Case from Zvishavane
(University of Zimbabwe (UZ) Publications., 1995)Although a large part of the Zimbabwean population is living in and dependent on semi- arid and sandy-soil areas, the cultivation of the wetlands is still severely restricted by law. As during colonial times, environmental ... -
Socio-Legal Aspects of Contract-Farming: An Overview of Kenyan Case Studies.
(Faculty of Law, University of Zimbabwe (UZ), 1991)Contract-farming has become a fairly common feature of agricultural production in Kenya. It is found in many parts of the country and in the production of a wide variety of crops. These crops include cashew-nuts at the ... -
Reflections on Gender Sensitivity at Masvingo Teachers’ College: A Special Case of 2006/ 2007 Student Representative Council Elections.
(Department of Teacher Education (DTE) University of Zimbabwe (UZ), 2008-10)The paper critically examines the concept gender sensitivity with reference to teacher training, particularly at Masvingo Teachers’ College. It outlines the special place the concept has at the college in question and in ... -
Acute Poliomyelitis in Europeans Admitted to the Walker Wilkins Infectious Diseases Hospital, Salisbury
(Faculty of Medicine, Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM), University College of Rhodesia (now University of Zimbabwe), 1958-09) -
Garden Irrigation Using Collector Wells: Experiences from a First Scheme in Southeast Zimbabwe.
(University of Zimbabwe (UZ) Publications., 1995)The research described in this report has the potential to improve sustainability of agriculture by reducing farmer reliance on extensive farming systems. The overall aim of the project is to promote the use of small ... -
Contribution of Biological Nitrogen Fixation Towards the African Food and Environmental Challenges
(University of Zimbabwe (UZ) Publications. (Department of Soil Sciences), 1998)The Sixth International Conference of the African Association for Biological Nitrogen Fixation was held under the theme ‘Agronomic, socio-economic and environmental benefits of biological nitrogen fixing systems in Africa’. ...