University of Zimbabwe Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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The effectiveness of the ECOWAS counterterrorism strategy in combating terrorism in West Africa. The case of North Eastern Nigeria (2010-2015).
(University of Zimbabwe, 2016-03)Terrorism has emerged as a new, serious and fast growing threat to international peace, security and stability in the Economic Community of the West African States (ECOWAS) bloc in particular Nigeria. In North Eastern part, ... -
Permanent sovereignty over natural resources in developing countries: The case study of Zimbabwe.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2015-03)This study focused on the principle of Permanent Sovereignty over Natural Resources in developing countries focusing on the Zimbabwean case. The study was guided by the hypothesis that, the attainment of permanent sovereignty ... -
An investigation of the determinants and effects of corruption on economic growth in Sub-Saharan Africa (2005-2013)
(University of Zimbabwe, 2016-05)This study investigates and compares causes and effects of corruption on growth for Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) at aggregate and disaggregated levels. The theoretical and empirical debate on corruption and economic growth ... -
Small-scale resettlement farmers and small grain production: A case of Dick Huck resettlement area, Mount Darwin district.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2017-02)In Africa, small grain production has been depicted as the most viable way to reduce food insecurity that is being caused by climate change and variability. This study sought to explore small grain production in relation ... -
A critical analysis of the preparedness of urban local authorities in dealing with the problem of land invasions: The case of Chitungwiza: 2013-2017.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2017-06)The study is about the preparedness of Chitungwiza Municipality in dealing with the problem of illegal settlements. The prevalence of land invasions in urban local authorities has seen most of them struggling and failing ... -
Male rape in Zimbabwe! The lived experiences of male survivors: The case of Adult Rape Clinic at Parirenyatwa Hospital, Harare.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2017-05)This study analysed the lived experiences of male survivors of sexual violence perpetrated by women in Zimbabwe. It focused on the lived experiences of the adult male survivors who fall prey to female rapists. There are ... -
Conflict management in organizations! A case study of the role of ZIMTA in satisfying the needs of its constituency in Epworth- Mabvuku Tafara District.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2017-06)The education sector of Zimbabwe has encountered a number of conflicts. This research explores the issue of conflict management in organizations; specifically looking at the role of ZIMTA in satisfying the needs of its ... -
What determines health care utilization in Zambia?
(University of Zimbabwe, 2015)This study aims to ascertain factors that affect health care service utilisation in Zambia. The study is driven by the fact that despite Zambia recording impressive and improved health indicators for the period 2004 to ... -
The ‘Concept Urban Resilience’: Contextualising to Zimbabwe
(University of Zimbabwe, 2019)This paper is an attempt to systematically conceptualise urban resilience with an intent to decipher how the meaning(s) apply to the Zimbabwean context. The paper draws from a gap that exists in literature regarding urban ... -
Streetscaping Beitbridge Central Business District for Public Space Quality Enhancement
(University of Zimbabwe, 2019)This study unravels processes and approaches towards external urban environment quality enhancement from a streetscaping standpoint using the case of Beitbridge Central Business District. It acknowledges that the built ... -
Urban Decay and the Resilience Factor in Bulawayo’s Downtown Precinc
(University of Zimbabwe, 2019)This paper provides an assessment of the impacts that urban decay has on the various urban activities and subsequently on the resilience of cities. This is against the background that despite being a matter of public concern ... -
Challenges and Opportunities Faced by Informal Traders at Murahwa Green Market, Mutare
(University of Zimbabwe, 2019)The paper problematises socio-economic challenges faced by informal traders in the case of Murahwa Green Market Mutare. The study draws global literature from Africa and Asia in order to show the socio-economic challenges ... -
Savings Groups, Community Resilience Building and Social Protection in Hatcliffe, Harare
(University of Zimbabwe, 2019)The prevailing economic environment in Zimbabwe has given rise to intricate vagaries of an economic nature that have worsened the plight of poor households. It creates a need for appropriate social protection mechanisms ... -
The 4IR UZ-DRUP Urban Observatory: Tactical Urban Resilience through Applied Game Theory
(University of Zimbabwe, 2019)This paper explores the possibility of how urban resilience can be enhanced through the use of applied game theory. The aim is to introduce the concept of a Local Urban Observatory as a tool that will facilitate higher ... -
Resilience under Sustained Attack from the City Police: Will Informality Survive?
(University of Zimbabwe, 2019)Since the general elections of Zimbabwe in 2018, there has been a sustained blitz by the police against informal activities in the central business district (CBD) of Harare, the country capital city. Initially the blitz ... -
Livelihoods Resilience in Peri-urban Communal Areas of Zimbabwe
(University of Zimbabwe, 2019)This paper reflects on livelihoods options adopted by residents of peri-urban communal areas in Zimbabwe in demonstrating their ability to withstand shifts in survival strategies. The paper characterises the adopted ... -
An evaluation of the performance management system at state-owned institutions of higher learning in Zimbabwe: The case of Harare polytechnic.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2014-02)This study evaluated the performance management system (PMS) of Harare Polytechnic, a state owned institution of higher learning. The study sought to evaluate (assess effectiveness and efficiency) of the PMS at Harare ... -
An analysis of the impact of foreign direct investment on Zimbabwe’s economic development (2009 to 2012).
(University of Zimbabwe, 2014)This study focuses on foreign direct investment (FDI) and its impact on the economic development of Zimbabwe. Qualitative methods were used in this study where documentary research and interviews were conducted. In-depth ... -
The implications of the resurgence of Russia as a superpower on its bilateral relations with the USA (2000-2016).
(University of Zimbabwe, 2017-05)The study discusses the implications of the resurgence of Russia as a superpower on its bilateral relations with the USA. Russia is seeking superpower status and in the process challenging the global hegemony enjoyed by ... -
Extent, rate of invasion and conditions favouring occupancy and dominance of typha latifolia in selected wetlands of Harare, Zimbabwe.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2019)Typha latifolia is a global aggressive invader of wetlands. It is now one of the major threats to wetland ecosystems in Harare. Factors that promote its establishment and dominance are still poorly understood. The present ...
