University of Zimbabwe Institutional Repository: Recent submissions

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    • A Simulation Model For Residential Location In Harare, Zimbabwe 

      Harvey, S.D.; Beaumont, J.R. (Geographical Association of Zimbabwe (GAZ), 1983-09)
      The post-independent-period in Zimbabwe has been characterized by a number of alterations to the previous organization and structure of society. The spatial manifestation of these alterations is of particular interest to ...

    • Some Changes And Problems In School Geography In Zimbabwe 

      Cowley, J.W. (Geographical Association of Zimbabwe (GAZ), 1980-12)
      At a time when Zimbabwe moves into a completely new political experience where change is an important element, it seems appropriate to deliberate upon recent developments overseas in so far as they influence changes in ...

    • Maputo: Capital of Mozambique 

      Kay, George (Geographical Association of Zimbabwe (GAZ) ( formerly Geographical Association of Rhodesia (GAR).), 1983-09)

    • Some Structural Aspects Of The Contemporary Islamic Middle Eastern City 

      . Cowley, J.W (Geographical Association of Zimbabwe (GAZ), 1980-12)
      This paper examines selected aspects of the urban structures and processes that have evolved since the turn of the twentieth Century in some of the larger Muslim cities of the Middle East. An account of some of these urban ...

    • A Sociological Analysis of Ngomahuru Isolation Hospital 

      Aquina, Sister Mary O.P. (University of Zimbabwe Publications (formerly University College of Rhodesia), 1969-01)
      This article falls into two parts; Part 1 is subdivided into the following eight sections: 1. The history of the care of lepers in Rhodesia; 2. The lay-out of the settlement; 3. The settlement administration; 4. The ...

    • A comparison of topical Phenytoin with Silverex in the treatment of superficial dermal burn wounds 

      Carneiro, P.M.R.; Rwanyuma, L.R.J.; Mkony, C.A. (Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM), University of Zimbabwe, 2002-09)
      Burn injuries constitute a major health problem causing considerable morbidity and mortality in Tanzania and around the world. It is a common surgical problem and leading cause of death (20% mortality) in our paediatric ...

    • Mental Maps And Regional Development Planning: A Zimbabwean Case Study 

      Mutizwa-Mangiza, NMD (Geographical Association of Zimbabwe (GAZ) (formerly Geographical Society of Rhodesia.), 1983-09)

    • Victoria Falls: The Growth Of A Rhodesian Village 

      Heath, R.A. (Geographical Association of Zimbabwe (GAZ) (formerly Geographical Association of Rhodesia (GAR).), 1977-12)

    • Peri-Urban Deforestation In Harare, 1955 - 1980 

      Mazambani, D (Geographical Association of Zimbabwe (GAZ) ( formerly Geographical Society of Rhodesia.), 1983-09)
      Deforestation is the removal or destruction of woody plant species, or of forest and woodland vegetation types. This may be in the form of selective felling of trees from woodlands or the entire clearance of wooded areas, ...

    • Haemolytic uraemic syndrome following Shigella dysenteriae type 1 outbreak in Zimbabwe: a clinical experience 

      Nathoo, K.J.; Sanders, J.A.; Siziya, S.; Mucheche, C. (Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM), University of Zimbabwe, 1995-09)
      Shigella dysenteriae type 1 related dysentery outbreak in Zimbabwe at the end of 1992 has been associated with an increase in the frequency of haemolytic uraemic syndrome (HUS). In order to document this new clinical ...

    • Woodfuel Traps And Consumption Patterns In Salisbury's Townships 

      Mazambani, D (Geographical Association of Zimbabwe (GAZ) ( formerly Geographical Society of Rhodesia.), 1980-12)
      The problem of getting cheap firewood is now common is Salisbury's townships. It is getting worse each day as the removal of indigenous timber in the townships' surroundings becomes widespread. Many third world countries ...

    • The Influence Of Language Assessment On Language Teaching Methods 

      Nkosana, L.B.M. (Human Resources Research Centre (HRRC); University of Zimbabwe, 1998-07)
      This paper examines the influences of language assessment on language teaching. The paper was written in response to the assessment procedures recommended in the new English syllabus for senior secondary schools in Botswana. ...

    • Xanthoma Tendinosum 

      Jacobs, Peter; Bloom, Kennth R.; Suzman, Moses M. (Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM), University of Zimbabwe (formerly University College of Rhodesia.)., 1968-01)
      The formation of xanthomata in tendons occurs typically as part of a familial disorder associated with an elevation of the total plasma cholesterol. In those cases where the tendinous deposits are small in size and few in ...

    • The serum concentrations of zinc, copper and selenium in children with inflammatory bowel disease 

      Ojuawo, A.; Keith, L. (Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM), University of Zimbabwe, 2002-09)
      Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) are a group of chronic inflammatory process of the bowel whose aetiology is unknown and are seen commonly in Caucasians and Jews, but rarely in blacks.1,2 These conditions are characterised ...

    • Schooling And The Drought In Zimbabwe: The Views And Reactions Of Primary School Senior Teachers 

      Pattman, Rob; Shumba, Tamuka (Human Resources Research Centre (HRRC); University of Zimbabwe, 1993-07)
      This report presents the findings of a questionnaire survey carried out among a group of primary school senior teachers with at least 10 years teaching experience who attended an in-service course at Masvingo Teachers’ ...

    • The Economics Of Production Of A Rare Medicinal Species Re-Introduced In South-Eastern Zimbabwe - Warburgia Salutaris. 

      Veeman, Terrence S.; Cunningham, Anthony B.; Kozanayi, Witness; Maingi, David (Institute of Environmental Studies (IES) ; University of Zimbabwe, 2001)
      The bark of Warburgia salutaris, locally known as muranga, is a medicine of great traditional significance in Zimbabwe. However, trees of this species are at or near extinction in the wild in Zimbabwe. In this paper, the ...

    • Notes On The Rural Land Resettlement Programme In Zimbabwe 

      Zinyama., L.M. (Geographical Association of Zimbabwe (GAZ), 1987-08-31)
      The land redistribution and resettlement programme, that was launched shortly after independence was aimed at (a) redressing the inequalities in land allocation and (b) relieving population pressures in the overcrowded ...

    • Brief Notes On The Geology And Landforms To Be Seen In The Harare - Mutare - Chiredzi - Masvingo - Harare Region 

      Heath, R.A. (Geographical Association of Zimbabwe (GAZ), 1987-08-31)
      The object of these notes is to give brief explanations of the major landforms and geological structures which may be seen from the bus during the field trip to the eastern part of Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe forms part of the ...

    • Educational Administration At Local Level In Zimbabwe: Conflicts, Achievements And Challenges. 

      Chivore, Boniface R.S; Machinga, Gabriel M.; Chisaka, Bornface C. (Department of Teacher Education (DTE), University of Zimbabwe., 2003-11)
      The practice of having government sharing powers and responsibilities with local school communities in the provision and administration of education is world-wide. Generally this is termed decentralisation. Decentralisation ...

    • Patterns of Disease at Selected Rhodesian Hospitals 

      Fraser-Ross, W. (Central African Journal of Medicine (CAJM), University of Zimbabwe (formerly University College of Rhodesia.)., 1971-11)