University of Zimbabwe e-Theses: Recent submissions
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An analysis of the impact of coups on human security in Africa: The case of Central Africa Republic (CAR), 2013- 2015.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2016-03)The overall objective of the research was to ascertain the impacts of the 2013 coup in CAR on human security. The research investigates the effects of the coup in CAR on all the seven elements of human security which are ... -
Low-income home ownership in the post-colonial city: A case study of Harare, Zimbabwe.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2020)Homeownership, as a form of housing tenure, is associated with social, political and economic benefits. These benefits are the reasons why most governments prefer it. The promotion of homeownership among low-income groups ... -
Socio economic determinants of livestock management strategies at the interface of rural and protected areas: A case of Hwange communal area, Ward 15.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2015-12)Livestock is key to the well-being of rural communities even those at the periphery of Protected Areas. Limited grazing opportunities in Hwange rural land drive people to exploit resources in bordering Hwange National Park ... -
Challenges faced by unemployed youths and their coping strategies (responses) to sustain livelihoods: A case study of Mbare.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2017)The study focuses on the challenges being faced by unemployed youths in Mbare as well as the various responses they engage in to sustain livelihoods and escape poverty in the face of unemployment and economic hardships. ... -
Opportunities and challenges for political social work in Zimbabwe: Implications for practice.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2018-05)The study examined opportunities and challenges for political social work practice in Zimbabwe. It sought to determine the level of political social work practice in Zimbabwe, assess opportunities and challenges for ... -
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) and the politics of football administration in Zimbabwe: A sociological analysis.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2016)Football is the most popular sport globally and in Zimbabwe. However, football has recently been affected by numerous scandals ranging from corruption and match fixing, leading to the arrest and removal from office of ... -
An evaluation of cyber diplomacy against the threat of cyber crime: The case of the USA prism programme leak.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2014-02)The field of diplomacy and that of international peace and security are twin fields in constant flux and turmoil because of the latent dynamisms underlying the activities which make them worthwhile. Existing and emerging ... -
An analysis of the efficacy of United States’ drone targeted attacks in combating terrorism in the Middle East: The case of Pakistan.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2014-02)Drones are the latest technology in the development of air warfare .The United States of America today is employing these unmanned aerial vehicles as a strategic tool against militants in their global war on terror. Most ... -
Urban informal manufacturing through the lens of planning law in Zimbabwe: A case of Harare.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2018-08)This study was motivated by the clarion call by the Zimbabwean government to compile a national informal sector database to ease tax collection. The thesis was designed as a multiple-embedded situational study of Gazaland, ... -
Emergent sexual practices among internally displaced persons in Chingwizi.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2019-11)The main purpose of this study was to uncover the emerging sexual practices among internally displaced persons in Chingwizi. The construction of the Tokwe-Mukosi dam in Chivi district had led to the displacement of people ... -
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 ... -
An assessment of the effectiveness of IT shared services in RioTinto – A case of Murowa Diamonds
(2017-11)This study sets out to investigate the effectiveness of Information Systems Shared services in RioTinto PLC with focus on a case of Murowa Diamonds. The study aims to establish benefits that Murowa Diamonds users of ... -
An analysis of factors constraining growth for Artisanal and Small Scale Miners (ASMs) in the Gold Mining Sector in Zimbabwe: A case of Kadoma-Chakari Gold Miners
(2017-11)This research is about factors constraining growth of Artisanal and Small Scale Miners (ASMs) in the gold mining sector in Zimbabwe. ASMs are miners who employ manual, low technology mining, which is conducted on a small ... -
An analysis of the impact of corporate culture on the execution of strategy at Interfin Bank (2010 - 2011)
(2017-11)Corporate culture can either be an asset or a liability to an organization depending on the nature of the internal and external environments within which a company finds itself. In this study the researcher analysed ... -
Genetic characterisation of Striga gesnerioides and its control strategies in tobacco (Nicotiana tabacum L).
(University of Zimbabwe, 2020-09-01)Tobacco (Nicotiana tabacum) is an important contributor to the GDP and export revenue of Zimbabwe. One of the emerging threats to tobacco production is Striga gesnerioides, a root parasitic weed which belongs to the ... -
Smallholder farmers’ perceptions and adaptation on climate change: The case of ward 6 Chipinge District.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2017-05)Agricultural production in Chipinge is highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. The study focused on understanding farmers‟ perceptions on climate variability and change and linking it to different strategies ... -
The influence of leadership skills, innovation, legal issues and marketing skills on success of SMEs in the informal sector at Siyaso business complex in Harare Zimbabwe.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2019-11)Prior researches have noted that there were number of issues affecting the Small and Medium Enterprise industry, including an unfavourable operating environment, lack of training and business development, limited financial ... -
Patterns and determinants of maternal mortality in Zimbabwe: 1999-2016.
(University of Zimbabwe, 2019-10)Maternal mortality remains unacceptably high in Zimbabwe. Some of the causes are highly preventable and can be easily dealt with through a better understanding of the underlying issues. This thesis aimed to characterize ... -
The Zimbabwe Football Association and the politics of football administration in Zimbabwe: A sociological analysis.
(2019-10)Football is the most popular sport globally and in Zimbabwe. However, football has recently been affected by numerous scandals ranging from corruption and match fixing, leading to the arrest and removal from office of ... -
An evaluation of the adequacy of child protection services for unaccompanied refugee and asylum-seeking children in Zimbabwe: A case study of Tongogara Refugee Camp.
(2019-11)This qualitative study explored the extent to which services on offer at Tongogara Refugee Camp are meeting the bio-psychosocial requirements of unaccompanied minors. During their flight from conflict zones to places of ...
