University of Zimbabwe Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Peace and security implications of an increased American military presence in Africa: The case of the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) (2007 – 2016).
(University of Zimbabwe, 2016-05)This study analyses the peace and security implications of an American military presence in Africa with particular focus on the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM). The study sought to identify the rationale for AFRICOM’s ... -
Small-Scale resettlement farmers and small grain production. Case of Dick Huck Resetlement 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 ... -
Journal of Urban Systems and Innovations for Resilience in Zimbabwe-JUSIRZ
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Assessing the impact of drug resistance on the transmission dynamics of Typhoid fever.
(Hindawi, 2013-05-20)Typhoid fever continues to be a major public health problem in the developing world. Antibiotic therapy has been the main stay of treating typhoid fever for decades. The emergence of drug-resistant typhoid strain in the ... -
Modeling gonorrhea and HIV co-interaction.
(Elsevier, 2010-09-14)A mathematical model was designed to explore the co-interaction of gonorrhea and HIV in the presence of antiretroviral therapy and gonorrhea treatment. Qualitative and comprehensive mathematical techniques have been used ... -
Differential magnetometer method applied to measurement of geomagnetically induced currents in Southern African power networks
(AGU Publications, 2016-03-18)Geomagnetically induced currents (GICs) in conductors connected to the Earth are driven by an electric field produced by a time-varying magnetic field linked to magnetospheric-ionospheric current perturbations during ... -
Modeling geomagnetically induced currents in the South African power transmission network using the finite element method.
(AGU Publications, 2015-03-24)Geomagnetically induced currents (GIC) are a result of time variations of the geomagnetic field,which induce a geoelectric field at the Earth’s surface. Geomagnetic perturbations are enhanced during adverse space weather ... -
Civil society and the African Union: a critical analysis of the policy contributions of civil society and its interactions with the African Union commission (2002-2015)
(University of Zimbabwe, 2017-01)This thesis analyzes the policy contributions and interactions of civil society organizations with the African Union (AU). The aim of this study is to get an understanding of the framework, methods and mechanisms used ... -
The implications of the resurgence of Russia as a Superpower on its bilateral relations with the USA. (2000-2016)
(Universiy 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 ... -
Reinforcement of military security in Africa: tha case of AFRICOM
(University of Zimbabwe, 2015-03)The current military security situation in Africa is shaped by a number of factors which include the fight against terrorism, coups and intrastate conflicts. Terrorism is a security threat to Africa and is growing at an ... -
An analysis of trade facilitation challenges in Southern African Development Community (SADC) 2000 to 2014.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2015-03)The study analyses the factors that challenge the implementation of trade facilitation measures in Southern African Development Community (SADC) 2000 to 2014. The concept of trade facilitation is based on theories which ... -
Dynamics and complexities of political conflicts and conflict resolution mechanisms in Africa: a case of South Sudan (2011-2015)
(University of Zimbabwe, 2016-03)The study focuses on the dynamics and complexities of conflicts in Africa and the effect on conflict resolution mechanisms in South Sudan. It covers the genesis of the conflict, highlighting the social, economic and political ... -
Strategies of redressing colonial land imbalances in Southern Africa: Lessons from Zimbabwe’s land reform programme
(University of Zimbabwe, 2020-12)This study examined strategies of redressing colonial land imbalances in Southern Africa, paying particular attention to lessons from Zimbabwe’s “Fast Track Land Reform Programme” (FTLRP). The objectives of this study ... -
A critical assessment of the e-readiness status of Zimbabwe’s public sector institutions: Exploring the Registrar General Department’s level of preparedness to utilise the passport application system (2012-2016).
(University of Zimbabwe, 2017-03)The proliferation of Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) in the public sector has influenced modern states to adopt e-government systems in order to accelerate the delivery of public services and heighten citizens’ ... -
Community share ownership trusts (CSOTs) as policy instruments for economic empowerment: The case of Marange-Zimunya CSOT (2012-2015).
(University of Zimbabwe, 2016-03)This study is about Community Share Ownership Trusts (CSOTs) introduced in Zimbabwe as one of the several policy instruments in the implementation of the Indigenisation and Economic Empowerment Act, Chapter 14: 33. CSOT ... -
Impact of regional trade agreements on trade: A case of Zimbabwe (2000-2014).
(University of Zimbabwe, 2016)The study was aimed at analysing the impact of regional trade agreements on Zimbabwe’s trade using the augmented gravity model for the period 2000 to 2014. The trade agreements under study were Southern Africa Development ... -
The role of the church in Western foreign policies in Africa: Case of Zimbabwe.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2017-06)The Church as an institution has played a very important role in international relations in the past and continues to be a major player. The role of the church in international relations cannot be over emphasized. This ... -
Evaluation of trichoderma strains as biocontrol of fusarium oxysporum f.sp lycopersici in tomato
(thesis (unpublished), 2019-06-01)Tomato (Solanum lycopersicum L.) is an important crop which provides people with essential nutrients e.g. potassium and phosphorus as well as anti-oxidants important in fighting cancers. Its production is threatened ... -
Contracting-out public services in local authorities in Zimbabwe: The case of Harare City Council
(University of Zimbabwe, 2016-06)Contracting-out has become a central feature of modern government and one of the key institutions to deliver public services to the citizens. While arguments have and continue to be made in favor of contracting-out the ... -
The centrality of transfrontier parks in Regional Integration in Southern Africa: The Case of Great Limpopo Transfrontier Park, Rural Communities Expectations.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2015-12)This study defines the role and place of Trans-frontier Parks in the transformation of rural and resettled communities and deepening regional integration in Southern Africa in the Post 2015 Agenda phase. There is need to ...
