Late delivery of infrastructure projects by the Eastern Cape Department of Public works
- Authors: Ngqandu, Masixole
- Date: 2023-04
- Subjects: Delivery services , Projects , Department of Public works -- Eastern Cape (South Africa)
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , Thesis
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/66195 , vital:74431
- Description: The main objective of the study was to evaluate building infrastructure delivery within the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, Eastern Cape Province. The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is a governmental section in charge for the development of infrastructure and delivery of government projects. The study adopted a quantitative research approach; the sampling technique that was used for the current study is the convenience sampling technique. This technique is also referred to as availability or accidental sampling. The population for the study consisted of respondents from the construction-consulting firms and contractors such as the Aurecon Group, Haw and Inglis Civil Engineering, the Metro Bay Municipality, and the National Home Builders Registration Council. The number of questionnaire that was distributed is about thirty-three (33) and about 36.4% response rate received. The findings of the study revealed the impact of the late payment on the progress of building infrastructure projects. The study indicated that, delayed payment to the contractor can affect the can affect the productivity adversely. It is also established that delayed payment includes unrealistic cash flows, error in clams, financial challenges and disagreements relating to the valuation of work. This implies that, payments that are processed on time to the contractors can be of critical importance on the success of the project, whilst on the other hand non-payment or delayed payment have a negative impact on the implementation of construction projects. In the context of building infrastructure projects delay is a regular and common problem, which has a negative impact on the overall project success particularly in the Eastern Cape Province. , Thesis (MSc) -- Faculty of Engineering, the Built Environment and Technology, School of Built Environment, 2023
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- Date Issued: 2023-04
- Authors: Ngqandu, Masixole
- Date: 2023-04
- Subjects: Delivery services , Projects , Department of Public works -- Eastern Cape (South Africa)
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , Thesis
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/66195 , vital:74431
- Description: The main objective of the study was to evaluate building infrastructure delivery within the Department of Public Works and Infrastructure, Eastern Cape Province. The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is a governmental section in charge for the development of infrastructure and delivery of government projects. The study adopted a quantitative research approach; the sampling technique that was used for the current study is the convenience sampling technique. This technique is also referred to as availability or accidental sampling. The population for the study consisted of respondents from the construction-consulting firms and contractors such as the Aurecon Group, Haw and Inglis Civil Engineering, the Metro Bay Municipality, and the National Home Builders Registration Council. The number of questionnaire that was distributed is about thirty-three (33) and about 36.4% response rate received. The findings of the study revealed the impact of the late payment on the progress of building infrastructure projects. The study indicated that, delayed payment to the contractor can affect the can affect the productivity adversely. It is also established that delayed payment includes unrealistic cash flows, error in clams, financial challenges and disagreements relating to the valuation of work. This implies that, payments that are processed on time to the contractors can be of critical importance on the success of the project, whilst on the other hand non-payment or delayed payment have a negative impact on the implementation of construction projects. In the context of building infrastructure projects delay is a regular and common problem, which has a negative impact on the overall project success particularly in the Eastern Cape Province. , Thesis (MSc) -- Faculty of Engineering, the Built Environment and Technology, School of Built Environment, 2023
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- Date Issued: 2023-04
Perceptions of South African original equipment manufacturers about pursuing new global electrical vehicle strategy
- Authors: Mmushi, Thabang
- Date: 2022-04
- Subjects: Electric vehicles , Motor vehicles
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/57936 , vital:58429
- Description: Global strategy in the automotive industry focusses on limiting climate changes and preservation of natural resources by gradually shifting towards non-gas emission transportation such as electrical vehicles (EVs). The strategic thinking and planning have advanced significantly globally. Automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEM’s) are responding to this growing demand of EVs by focusing investments on the research and development (R&D) and setting up manufacturing facilities. This EV strategy showed great degree of success already over the past few years. (Nathalie Ortar & Marianne Ryghaug, 2019) In 2013, sales of EVs were introduced in the South African market. The adoption of EVs is very low and existing studies suggest consumer perceptions towards EVs and possible social economic barriers in the South African automotive market prevent the adoption or intention to purchase EVs. The purpose of this research study was to unpack perception withholding the uptake of the EVs manufacturing in South Africa. It aimed to assess the barriers of the local automotive industry in pursuing the global strategy. The research structure was realised through conducting a literature review to explore the existing research topic. Empirical research evidence was obtained through conducting interviews which targeted existing OEMs whom the parent plants are currently manufacturing EVs globally. The study focused on key factors such as consumer knowledge, local infrastructure, and market uncertainty about EVs. The findings of the study highlighted consumers are knowledgeable about the benefits of owning EVs. However, the willingness set up a manufacturing infrastructure for EVs was highly not favourable for a majority of the factors such as power supply shortage, EVs supply chain shortage, small local market, and lack of proactive policies to drive EVs adoption or attract global investment. With these perceived positive opinions from respondents, it is down to government and private companies to work in cohesion to provide a conducive environment for EVs manufacturing in future. , Thesis (MA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic science, 2022
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- Date Issued: 2022-04
- Authors: Mmushi, Thabang
- Date: 2022-04
- Subjects: Electric vehicles , Motor vehicles
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/57936 , vital:58429
- Description: Global strategy in the automotive industry focusses on limiting climate changes and preservation of natural resources by gradually shifting towards non-gas emission transportation such as electrical vehicles (EVs). The strategic thinking and planning have advanced significantly globally. Automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEM’s) are responding to this growing demand of EVs by focusing investments on the research and development (R&D) and setting up manufacturing facilities. This EV strategy showed great degree of success already over the past few years. (Nathalie Ortar & Marianne Ryghaug, 2019) In 2013, sales of EVs were introduced in the South African market. The adoption of EVs is very low and existing studies suggest consumer perceptions towards EVs and possible social economic barriers in the South African automotive market prevent the adoption or intention to purchase EVs. The purpose of this research study was to unpack perception withholding the uptake of the EVs manufacturing in South Africa. It aimed to assess the barriers of the local automotive industry in pursuing the global strategy. The research structure was realised through conducting a literature review to explore the existing research topic. Empirical research evidence was obtained through conducting interviews which targeted existing OEMs whom the parent plants are currently manufacturing EVs globally. The study focused on key factors such as consumer knowledge, local infrastructure, and market uncertainty about EVs. The findings of the study highlighted consumers are knowledgeable about the benefits of owning EVs. However, the willingness set up a manufacturing infrastructure for EVs was highly not favourable for a majority of the factors such as power supply shortage, EVs supply chain shortage, small local market, and lack of proactive policies to drive EVs adoption or attract global investment. With these perceived positive opinions from respondents, it is down to government and private companies to work in cohesion to provide a conducive environment for EVs manufacturing in future. , Thesis (MA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic science, 2022
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- Date Issued: 2022-04
The social capital of informal economy operators in the Walmer township
- Authors: Frimpong, Kusi Amoah
- Date: 2021-12
- Subjects: Infrastructure (Economics) -- South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/53910 , vital:46033
- Description: In recent years, South Africa has witnessed a significant increase in the unemployment rate. As a result, many people found themselves in the informal sector, which has become their livelihood option. Townships, which have been historically disconnected from the socio-economic grid, have high unemployment, and the informal sector is barely recognized and supported by the government. Despite this, the informal sector thrives and continues to support many households and communities. It also contributes to the country’s GDP. Thus, this study set out to develop a better understanding on the issues around social capital and informal operators, using Walmer Township as a case study. Literature related to the study on informal sector and social capital was reviewed to gain insight into the views of other writers on the topic under study. A Qualitative research design was adopted in this study. The study used both primary and secondary methods for data collection, - that is interviews and documents analysis respectively. Data was analysed through inductive thematic analysis. The findings of the study showed that social capital is a contributing factor to the growth of an informal economy. The findings revealed that bonding and bridging social capital has a significant effect on the growth of informal businesses. The study equally found out that the informal sector faces other challenges, outside social capital, such as crime and security issues, and inadequate trading spaces. The study recommends that, -the government should consider improving the security needs of the Township to boost the informal sector. The local government needs to organize programs to educate informal business owners on the importance of social capital. , Thesis (MA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-12
- Authors: Frimpong, Kusi Amoah
- Date: 2021-12
- Subjects: Infrastructure (Economics) -- South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/53910 , vital:46033
- Description: In recent years, South Africa has witnessed a significant increase in the unemployment rate. As a result, many people found themselves in the informal sector, which has become their livelihood option. Townships, which have been historically disconnected from the socio-economic grid, have high unemployment, and the informal sector is barely recognized and supported by the government. Despite this, the informal sector thrives and continues to support many households and communities. It also contributes to the country’s GDP. Thus, this study set out to develop a better understanding on the issues around social capital and informal operators, using Walmer Township as a case study. Literature related to the study on informal sector and social capital was reviewed to gain insight into the views of other writers on the topic under study. A Qualitative research design was adopted in this study. The study used both primary and secondary methods for data collection, - that is interviews and documents analysis respectively. Data was analysed through inductive thematic analysis. The findings of the study showed that social capital is a contributing factor to the growth of an informal economy. The findings revealed that bonding and bridging social capital has a significant effect on the growth of informal businesses. The study equally found out that the informal sector faces other challenges, outside social capital, such as crime and security issues, and inadequate trading spaces. The study recommends that, -the government should consider improving the security needs of the Township to boost the informal sector. The local government needs to organize programs to educate informal business owners on the importance of social capital. , Thesis (MA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-12
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