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A phenomenological approach to profiling the life experiences of the Kayayoo in Ghana

Author: Dodd, Rose Aba Date: 2021 The Kayayei of Ghana have been studied over several decades though there still exists a gap in the literature based on their profiles. A contributing factor to that gap is the limited information around how many Kayayoo are across the country. ... Read more
An Analysis of the role of governance on effective programme management - A case of Namibia Mass Housing Development Programme Management - A case of Namibia Mass Housing Development Programme

Author: Wilhelm, Martha Date: 2018 Namibia has been praised for having rigorous policy frameworks that address various national development challenges. Over the years, the country has introduced various policy initiatives to address the housing challenge in the country. However, ... Read more
Exploring possible influences of HIV/AIDS-related stigma on risky sexual behaviour and childbearing decisions: Cape Town 2002-2009

Author: Machemedze, Takwanisa Date: 2016 This dissertation uses survey data to explore HIV/AIDS-related stigma as it is manifested in the general population of young adults in Cape Town and amongst people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) on highly active antiretroviral treatment (HAART) ... Read more
Implementation Evaluation Of The Smallholder Farmer Support Programme And Its Likelihood Of Increasing Farm Productivity: A Case Of “Abalimi Phambili Project”, Jozini, Kwazulu-Natal

Author: Ngcobo, Phumelele Nondumiso Date: 2018 Farmer support programmes are aimed at assisting in unlocking barriers faced by smallholder farmers. These programmes were implemented many years ago by the public and private sector. However, research continues to show that the increase in ... Read more
An integrated model of HIV/AIDS testing behaviour in the construction industry

Author: Bowen, Paul Anthony ; Govender, Rajen ; Edwards, Peter J ; Cattell, Keith Date: 2014 The South African construction industry is one of the economic sectors most adversely affected by the HIV/ AIDS pandemic. Prevalence rates exceed those of most other sectors. Little is known about the antibody testing behaviour of construction ... Read more
The elements of successful work placement processes: A case study of three Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Colleges

Author: Walters, Elizabeth Date: 2018 Many research documents indicate that learners’ ability to transition from education and training to employment is closely linked to their work placement experience during their studies and on exit from their respective qualifications. This ... Read more
The impact of exclusion of the urban ultra-poor from public housing on the lives of those excluded

Author: Ndjembela, Toivo Djeiko Date: 2018 Namibia has experienced an upward growth of informal settlements since independence. Such settlements have become an integral part of urban areas in the country, a situation that begs for, first, acceptance of this reality and, second, action ... Read more
Understanding the impact of hazardous and harmful use of alcohol and/or other drugs on ARV adherence and disease progression

Author: Kader, Rehana ; Govender, Rajen ; Seedat, Soraya ; Koch, John Randy ; Parry, Charles Date: 2015 The objective of this study was to understand the impact of hazardous and harmful use of alcohol and/or other drugs on ARV adherence and disease progression among HIV patients. A cross-sectional study design was used. A total of 1503 patients ... Read more c b
Using quantitative analysis to identify binding development constraints and options for their alleviation - two case studies in health and vocational training in Zambia

Author: Mwenge, Felix Date: 2016 This report is a quantitative analysis of two case studies demonstrating the binding development constraints and options for their alleviation. The first case study is an analysis of health inequalities which remain an important policy issue ... Read more
Validating survey measurement scales for AIDS-related knowledge and stigma among construction workers in South Africa

Author: Bowen, Paul ; Govender, Rajen ; Edwards, Peter Date: 23 Jan 2016 Background: Construction workers in South Africa are regarded as a high-risk group in the context of HIV/AIDS. HIV testing is pivotal to controlling HIV transmission and providing palliative care and AIDS-related knowledge and stigma are key ... Read more c b
Validation of the Schieman and Young measurement scales for work contact, work-family conflict, working conditions, psychological distress and sleep problems in construction industry professionals

Author: Bowen, Paul ; Govender, Rajen ; Edwards, Peter Date: 24 Oct 2018 Background This study examined the construct validity and internal consistency of modified versions of the job autonomy and control, job pressure, work contact, work-family conflict, psychological distress, and sleep problems ... Read more