The importance of learning agility as a component of sustained business success
- Authors: Hennig, Mark Robert
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Success in business -- South Africa , Management -- South Africa , Experiential learning
- Language: English
- Type: Master's/Doctoral theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/51523 , vital:43295
- Description: The purpose of this treatise is to determine if learning agility is an important component for business success. With the arrival of new technology, change and information explosion the rate of uncertainty is increasing. Leaders are challenged to present continuous change and need to be able to adapt and develop their competencies to remain relevant. The VUCA world increased the complexity of the environment and provide volatility, uncertainty, complexity and are ambiguous. A significant amount of research has been done to define learning agility. The three drivers of learning agility are change, information explosion and rapid response during a crisis. The concept of learning agility can be defined as the readiness and ability to learn from experience and to utilise the learning competency to perform successfully under new environments. The seven-model framework was developed to assess how leaders cope under change. The three leadership competencies are intellectual intelligence, managerial intelligence, and emotional intelligence. Studies shows that emotional intelligence will be an important competency a leader can have and together with learning agility, will provide success to any organisation. The researcher believes that an individual who is not learning agile will not succeed in the new fast-changing environment. The term learning agile is rather a new concept and the influence it has on the organisation is complex. For leaders to succeed, their mindset needs to be adaptable and willing to change. Training and learning from experience will assist the leader to move forward and be an agile leader. A key success factor for organisations is to identify and recruit learning agile individuals to drive competitiveness and enhance relevance in the market. , Thesis (MBA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, Business Administration, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Hennig, Mark Robert
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Success in business -- South Africa , Management -- South Africa , Experiential learning
- Language: English
- Type: Master's/Doctoral theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/51523 , vital:43295
- Description: The purpose of this treatise is to determine if learning agility is an important component for business success. With the arrival of new technology, change and information explosion the rate of uncertainty is increasing. Leaders are challenged to present continuous change and need to be able to adapt and develop their competencies to remain relevant. The VUCA world increased the complexity of the environment and provide volatility, uncertainty, complexity and are ambiguous. A significant amount of research has been done to define learning agility. The three drivers of learning agility are change, information explosion and rapid response during a crisis. The concept of learning agility can be defined as the readiness and ability to learn from experience and to utilise the learning competency to perform successfully under new environments. The seven-model framework was developed to assess how leaders cope under change. The three leadership competencies are intellectual intelligence, managerial intelligence, and emotional intelligence. Studies shows that emotional intelligence will be an important competency a leader can have and together with learning agility, will provide success to any organisation. The researcher believes that an individual who is not learning agile will not succeed in the new fast-changing environment. The term learning agile is rather a new concept and the influence it has on the organisation is complex. For leaders to succeed, their mindset needs to be adaptable and willing to change. Training and learning from experience will assist the leader to move forward and be an agile leader. A key success factor for organisations is to identify and recruit learning agile individuals to drive competitiveness and enhance relevance in the market. , Thesis (MBA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, Business Administration, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
The influence of social conflict on social cohesion: black youth in Motherwell, Eastern Cape in South Africa
- Authors: Mnyaka, Buntu S
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Social conflict -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/53489 , vital:45166
- Description: South Africa is celebrating 26 years of democracy and is still faced with various elements of social unrest such as protests and strikes; these include service delivery protests and community unrest. South Africa is known as the protest capital of the world and in the 2019 Global Peace Index, it was ranked 127 out of the 163 countries. There are high levels of inequality while race is still the main distinguishing feature of wealth in the country. This can be clearly seen through the continued triple socio-economic challenge of poverty, unemployment and inequality experienced by black people in South Africa. As a result of the triple challenges, South Africa is prone to high numbers of protests; these mainly being in black townships. These challenges have contributed to the South African social cohesion project. A community that is prone to protest and strike action is the community of Motherwell, Port Elizabeth, in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. Many black people within Motherwell are confronted by these triple challenges resulting in protest action within the community. These protests are due to the failure of the government to address the needs of the community. Social conflict in terms of protests and strikes affects and influences the social cohesion of a community. This research looks at the influence of social conflict on social cohesion amongst the black youth of contemporary South Africa. The youth is a central component in the development of a prosperous society and their views are crucial in building a united and diverse society. The research study used qualitative research methodology through an exploratory and explanatory research approach. The collection of data was through focus group discussions and individual telephone interviews, through using semi-structured interviews. The study used purposive sampling; a form of non-probability sampling for the study. Through the snowball sampling technique, a total of 50 research participants formed part of the study. There were 30 individual telephone interviews and two focus group discussions consisting of 10 participants in each focus group discussion. The research participants were from the Motherwell township, Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. The data collected in the study was analysed through a thematic analysis. The findings of the study highlight that only through protests and strike action does the government respond to the plights of the community, and also that there is a lack of trust in the police, in dealing with gender-based violence and other related crimes. Furthermore, inequality and poverty affect race relations, contributing to racial tension. Lastly, greater economic transformation is needed within South Africa to address black inequality; to ensure equality and greater prosperity for black South Africans. , Thesis (MA) -- Faculty of Humanities, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Mnyaka, Buntu S
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Social conflict -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/53489 , vital:45166
- Description: South Africa is celebrating 26 years of democracy and is still faced with various elements of social unrest such as protests and strikes; these include service delivery protests and community unrest. South Africa is known as the protest capital of the world and in the 2019 Global Peace Index, it was ranked 127 out of the 163 countries. There are high levels of inequality while race is still the main distinguishing feature of wealth in the country. This can be clearly seen through the continued triple socio-economic challenge of poverty, unemployment and inequality experienced by black people in South Africa. As a result of the triple challenges, South Africa is prone to high numbers of protests; these mainly being in black townships. These challenges have contributed to the South African social cohesion project. A community that is prone to protest and strike action is the community of Motherwell, Port Elizabeth, in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. Many black people within Motherwell are confronted by these triple challenges resulting in protest action within the community. These protests are due to the failure of the government to address the needs of the community. Social conflict in terms of protests and strikes affects and influences the social cohesion of a community. This research looks at the influence of social conflict on social cohesion amongst the black youth of contemporary South Africa. The youth is a central component in the development of a prosperous society and their views are crucial in building a united and diverse society. The research study used qualitative research methodology through an exploratory and explanatory research approach. The collection of data was through focus group discussions and individual telephone interviews, through using semi-structured interviews. The study used purposive sampling; a form of non-probability sampling for the study. Through the snowball sampling technique, a total of 50 research participants formed part of the study. There were 30 individual telephone interviews and two focus group discussions consisting of 10 participants in each focus group discussion. The research participants were from the Motherwell township, Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. The data collected in the study was analysed through a thematic analysis. The findings of the study highlight that only through protests and strike action does the government respond to the plights of the community, and also that there is a lack of trust in the police, in dealing with gender-based violence and other related crimes. Furthermore, inequality and poverty affect race relations, contributing to racial tension. Lastly, greater economic transformation is needed within South Africa to address black inequality; to ensure equality and greater prosperity for black South Africans. , Thesis (MA) -- Faculty of Humanities, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
The perceptions of staff and management regarding social dialogue and codetermination at Goedgedacht Trust
- Authors: Hartley, Craig
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Management -- Employee participation -- South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/52546 , vital:43685
- Description: The purpose of this study is to determine the perception of Management and Staff at Goedgedacht Trust regarding Social Dialogue and Codetermination. Goedgedacht Trust is a non-profit organisation that has been in existence for 27 (twenty-seven) years. The organisation pursues its mandate to alleviate poverty in the rural communities of the Swartland area in the Western Cape. Funders of Goedgedacht Trust have undertaken 2 (two) impact studies, the reports of which constitute the impetus for this study. The study utilised a qualitative research methodology and research explores the field of Organisational Behaviour, General and Human Resource Management in the context of a non-profit organisation. It is submitted that the findings emanating from this paper are equally applicable to organisations with a profit driven agenda. In terms of the findings, it is submitted that the overriding perception of both Staff and Management was that Social Dialogue and Codetermination were practiced to a certain degree, albeit on an ad hoc basis such that it did not result in any significant value to the organisation’s success at the time of writing. As set out more fully herein, a concerted effort is required to make Social Dialogue and Codetermination a strategic objective of an organisation, which objective should be pursued and the outcomes measured (with shortcomings appropriately addressed) for continuous improvement. Following this study, it is submitted that for there to be impactful Social Dialogue and Codetermination, the organisation in question must foster an environment that encourages vertical communication throughout, undertakes a cohesive and transformative approach to management and an overall collaborative culture at all levels. The study also found that the support factors to Social Dialogue and Codetermination is an engaging, collaborative culture with communication that is open throughout the organisation. Furthermore, in addition to inter alia an inclusive and engaging culture, Social Dialogue and Codetermination requires a well-defined Human Resource Management and a Conflict Management system, which should be transparent, trustworthy and consistent in its application. This study lays the foundation for further research on the effectiveness of the proposed conflict management system and whether conflict management has produced a saving on the real cost of conflict at Goedgedacht Trust. , Thesis (MPhil) -- Faculty of Humanities, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Hartley, Craig
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Management -- Employee participation -- South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/52546 , vital:43685
- Description: The purpose of this study is to determine the perception of Management and Staff at Goedgedacht Trust regarding Social Dialogue and Codetermination. Goedgedacht Trust is a non-profit organisation that has been in existence for 27 (twenty-seven) years. The organisation pursues its mandate to alleviate poverty in the rural communities of the Swartland area in the Western Cape. Funders of Goedgedacht Trust have undertaken 2 (two) impact studies, the reports of which constitute the impetus for this study. The study utilised a qualitative research methodology and research explores the field of Organisational Behaviour, General and Human Resource Management in the context of a non-profit organisation. It is submitted that the findings emanating from this paper are equally applicable to organisations with a profit driven agenda. In terms of the findings, it is submitted that the overriding perception of both Staff and Management was that Social Dialogue and Codetermination were practiced to a certain degree, albeit on an ad hoc basis such that it did not result in any significant value to the organisation’s success at the time of writing. As set out more fully herein, a concerted effort is required to make Social Dialogue and Codetermination a strategic objective of an organisation, which objective should be pursued and the outcomes measured (with shortcomings appropriately addressed) for continuous improvement. Following this study, it is submitted that for there to be impactful Social Dialogue and Codetermination, the organisation in question must foster an environment that encourages vertical communication throughout, undertakes a cohesive and transformative approach to management and an overall collaborative culture at all levels. The study also found that the support factors to Social Dialogue and Codetermination is an engaging, collaborative culture with communication that is open throughout the organisation. Furthermore, in addition to inter alia an inclusive and engaging culture, Social Dialogue and Codetermination requires a well-defined Human Resource Management and a Conflict Management system, which should be transparent, trustworthy and consistent in its application. This study lays the foundation for further research on the effectiveness of the proposed conflict management system and whether conflict management has produced a saving on the real cost of conflict at Goedgedacht Trust. , Thesis (MPhil) -- Faculty of Humanities, 2021
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The politics of news production within public service broadcasting: a critical analysis of Tanzania Broadcasting Corporation (TBC)
- Authors: Mkoko, Egbert Emmanuel
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Television broadcasting of news , Public broadcasting -- Tanzania , Tanzania Broadcasting Corporation
- Language: English
- Type: Doctorate's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/60411 , vital:64839
- Description: This study examines the diversity of news items aired by Tanzania Broadcasting Corporation (TBC) television and explores the focal points and decisive factors surrounding news bulletin production within this television station, which operates as a public service broadcaster. The thesis investigates not only the adherence to professionalism and newsroom policies that guide operations of TBC, but also inquires whether clear and open guidelines exist on how the broadcaster’s contents should be structured. It further examines how TBC faces political and external pressures (if any) that might influence the news bulletin production and, as a result, jeopardise the image of the public service broadcaster in the country. In this study, TBC is explored as a case study because it claims to be Tanzania’s public service broadcaster; as such, TBC is expected to serve the public interest and not to remain loyal only to the ruling party or the government of the day. The study employs news production and liberal pluralism as theoretical points of departure and uses interviews, document review, focus group discussion, and content analysis as methods of data collection sourced from professionals in the major cities of Tanzania. Meanwhile, the researcher employs ethnographic study within the TBC newsroom to trace the behaviour of journalists in their professional setting while producing news for the 8 pm news bulletins. The study revealed that TBC, from 2007-2011, passed through transformation, moving from a state-owned entity into public service broadcasting. This placed TBC among the leading stations with the largest share of audience in Tanzania. Due to a political shift in staffing in 2011, TBC has since been operating as a purely state-owned broadcaster, while ignoring the public interest mandate and the opposition parties. Thus, TBC news bulletins regularly lack objectivity, balance and impartiality, silencing people’s voices through various editorial practices. In response to this, audiences shifted from watching TBC to commercial channels offering news bulletins that serve the public interest and give space to public voices. This study proposes various remedial measures for TBC to regain the audience, which include the return to the principles of PSB proposed by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). New management appointment mechanisms and funding models are proposed, which would guarantee the autonomy of the broadcaster while keeping a distance from the state. , Thesis (DPhil) -- Faculty of Humanities, School of Language, Media and Communication, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Mkoko, Egbert Emmanuel
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Television broadcasting of news , Public broadcasting -- Tanzania , Tanzania Broadcasting Corporation
- Language: English
- Type: Doctorate's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/60411 , vital:64839
- Description: This study examines the diversity of news items aired by Tanzania Broadcasting Corporation (TBC) television and explores the focal points and decisive factors surrounding news bulletin production within this television station, which operates as a public service broadcaster. The thesis investigates not only the adherence to professionalism and newsroom policies that guide operations of TBC, but also inquires whether clear and open guidelines exist on how the broadcaster’s contents should be structured. It further examines how TBC faces political and external pressures (if any) that might influence the news bulletin production and, as a result, jeopardise the image of the public service broadcaster in the country. In this study, TBC is explored as a case study because it claims to be Tanzania’s public service broadcaster; as such, TBC is expected to serve the public interest and not to remain loyal only to the ruling party or the government of the day. The study employs news production and liberal pluralism as theoretical points of departure and uses interviews, document review, focus group discussion, and content analysis as methods of data collection sourced from professionals in the major cities of Tanzania. Meanwhile, the researcher employs ethnographic study within the TBC newsroom to trace the behaviour of journalists in their professional setting while producing news for the 8 pm news bulletins. The study revealed that TBC, from 2007-2011, passed through transformation, moving from a state-owned entity into public service broadcasting. This placed TBC among the leading stations with the largest share of audience in Tanzania. Due to a political shift in staffing in 2011, TBC has since been operating as a purely state-owned broadcaster, while ignoring the public interest mandate and the opposition parties. Thus, TBC news bulletins regularly lack objectivity, balance and impartiality, silencing people’s voices through various editorial practices. In response to this, audiences shifted from watching TBC to commercial channels offering news bulletins that serve the public interest and give space to public voices. This study proposes various remedial measures for TBC to regain the audience, which include the return to the principles of PSB proposed by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). New management appointment mechanisms and funding models are proposed, which would guarantee the autonomy of the broadcaster while keeping a distance from the state. , Thesis (DPhil) -- Faculty of Humanities, School of Language, Media and Communication, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
The protection of children during assert forfeiture procedure
- Authors: Khunou, Lesego
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Gqeberha (South Africa) , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , Children's rights
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/51207 , vital:43221
- Description: As South Africa was transitioning into a new democracy there was an upsurge of organised crimes in the country. In the pursuit of tackling the rise of organised crimes in South Africa which would destabilise the country's economy, the Prevention of Organised Crimes Act was introduced however the act was not only for organised crime, it was for crimes such as money laundering, racketeering and gang activities amongst other crimes. , Thesis (LLM) -- Faculty of Law, Criminal and Procedural Law, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Khunou, Lesego
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Gqeberha (South Africa) , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , Children's rights
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/51207 , vital:43221
- Description: As South Africa was transitioning into a new democracy there was an upsurge of organised crimes in the country. In the pursuit of tackling the rise of organised crimes in South Africa which would destabilise the country's economy, the Prevention of Organised Crimes Act was introduced however the act was not only for organised crime, it was for crimes such as money laundering, racketeering and gang activities amongst other crimes. , Thesis (LLM) -- Faculty of Law, Criminal and Procedural Law, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
The readiness for the 4th industrial revolution by SARS towards 2030
- Authors: Botha, Reneé Chrystal
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: South African Revenue Service , Technological innovations -- Economic aspects , Information technology
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/50966 , vital:43176
- Description: The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is an autonomous agent that was established to collect taxes on behalf of the state. This mandate is shared across countries where the common thread of revenue collection agencies is that they all need to collect revenue, want participants within the system to act responsibly, the process to be fair and to act within the boundaries of legislation. It has become increasingly challenging for revenue collection agencies across the world to ensure tax compliance and ensure optimal revenue collection when unemployment rates are high, and the economy continues to struggle. It is a shared objective between revenue collection agencies to optimise revenue collection initiative and to narrow the tax gap. The technological advances in all sectors have grown at an exponential rate within a very short period. The WEF (2018) emphasised that the fourth industrial revolution (4IR) brings with it an era of unprecedented innovation, technical change and global connectivity. Technology has become the key driver in assisting SARS to achieve its objectives to inform taxpayers of their responsibilities, make it easy for them to comply and ensure compliance to the tax laws. The primary objective of the research study is to investigate the possible factors that could influence the future state of revenue services, develop a series of alternative scenarios, and provide the preferred future of the South African Revenue Services towards 2030. The Six Pillars of futures studies provide a theory of futures thinking that links method and tools, that is developed through praxis (Inayatullah, 2012). The Causal Layered Analysis (CLA) was the preferred research tool used in this study to deepen the future analysis. Emphasis was placed on scenario planning and the creation of alternative futures for the South African Revenue Services towards 2030. The drivers of change that impacted the economy were identified and how it can be utilised to close the tax gap. SARS has been a victim of seizure where the destabilising of corporate governance and efficiency was the core objective. It is therefore important to understand the past and present to enable better planning. This paper aims to better understand the disruptors to industry and the opportunity to improve efficiency and effectiveness using technology associated with the 4IR. SARS has great potential in being globally competitive with other countries, if government, stakeholders and SARS leadership have a shared vision of what the future revenue services will look like, what its capabilities will be and resource availability to ensure this vision is realized. , Thesis (MBA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences , Business Administration, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Botha, Reneé Chrystal
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: South African Revenue Service , Technological innovations -- Economic aspects , Information technology
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/50966 , vital:43176
- Description: The South African Revenue Service (SARS) is an autonomous agent that was established to collect taxes on behalf of the state. This mandate is shared across countries where the common thread of revenue collection agencies is that they all need to collect revenue, want participants within the system to act responsibly, the process to be fair and to act within the boundaries of legislation. It has become increasingly challenging for revenue collection agencies across the world to ensure tax compliance and ensure optimal revenue collection when unemployment rates are high, and the economy continues to struggle. It is a shared objective between revenue collection agencies to optimise revenue collection initiative and to narrow the tax gap. The technological advances in all sectors have grown at an exponential rate within a very short period. The WEF (2018) emphasised that the fourth industrial revolution (4IR) brings with it an era of unprecedented innovation, technical change and global connectivity. Technology has become the key driver in assisting SARS to achieve its objectives to inform taxpayers of their responsibilities, make it easy for them to comply and ensure compliance to the tax laws. The primary objective of the research study is to investigate the possible factors that could influence the future state of revenue services, develop a series of alternative scenarios, and provide the preferred future of the South African Revenue Services towards 2030. The Six Pillars of futures studies provide a theory of futures thinking that links method and tools, that is developed through praxis (Inayatullah, 2012). The Causal Layered Analysis (CLA) was the preferred research tool used in this study to deepen the future analysis. Emphasis was placed on scenario planning and the creation of alternative futures for the South African Revenue Services towards 2030. The drivers of change that impacted the economy were identified and how it can be utilised to close the tax gap. SARS has been a victim of seizure where the destabilising of corporate governance and efficiency was the core objective. It is therefore important to understand the past and present to enable better planning. This paper aims to better understand the disruptors to industry and the opportunity to improve efficiency and effectiveness using technology associated with the 4IR. SARS has great potential in being globally competitive with other countries, if government, stakeholders and SARS leadership have a shared vision of what the future revenue services will look like, what its capabilities will be and resource availability to ensure this vision is realized. , Thesis (MBA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences , Business Administration, 2021
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The readiness of embracing the fourth industrial revolution disruptive innovations: a case for an automotive assembler in the Nelson Mandela Metropole
- Authors: Mbolekwa, Luvuyo
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Gqeberha (South Africa) , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/52988 , vital:44866
- Description: Organisations and people find themselves in the era of what is known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). Unlike the preceding revolutions, this revolution is characterised by technological advancements that lead to disruptive phenomena. These advancements are growing at an exponential rate. They have brought disruptive innovations that have either reshaped many industries, causing them to lose market share or exit altogether. Some organisations are keen to embrace disruptive innovation to ensure that they are sustainable into the future, while others are only inclined to use known technologies to leverage economies of scale. The 4IR has already been around for a while and is moving at a fast pace. The level of readiness for the automotive assembler, Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf), to take advantage of such technological changes brought by the 4IR, has not yet been measured. The primary objective of this study is to investigate IMSAf’s perceptions and readiness to embrace technological changes brought by the 4IR. The perceptions and readiness are assessed based on the technology embracing organisational framework of efficiencies, innovation, skills and re-training. This study is grounded in the philosophy of positivism and the related method used is a quantitative study to test the research questions in an objective manner. A questionnaire was the sole method of collecting first-hand data from the selected sample. The population size consisted of 139 respondents working in various business units within IMSAf. These individuals are occupying various roles and they have in depth, tacit, and multi-disciplinary knowledge of processes and would be the first to experience technological changes brought by the 4IR. A quantitative analysis technique is applied, such as descriptive and inferential statistics, to analyse data. A literature review on the topic was conducted as well as an empirical study. The results from both the literature review and the empirical study found that with the implementation of 4IR emerging technologies within an organisation, there is a significant improvement on efficiencies, innovation and skills and re-training. Furthermore, the level of awareness and understanding about the benefits of embracing 4IR emerging technologies within IMSAf is significant. , Thesis (MBA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, NMU Business School, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Mbolekwa, Luvuyo
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Gqeberha (South Africa) , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/52988 , vital:44866
- Description: Organisations and people find themselves in the era of what is known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). Unlike the preceding revolutions, this revolution is characterised by technological advancements that lead to disruptive phenomena. These advancements are growing at an exponential rate. They have brought disruptive innovations that have either reshaped many industries, causing them to lose market share or exit altogether. Some organisations are keen to embrace disruptive innovation to ensure that they are sustainable into the future, while others are only inclined to use known technologies to leverage economies of scale. The 4IR has already been around for a while and is moving at a fast pace. The level of readiness for the automotive assembler, Isuzu Motors South Africa (IMSAf), to take advantage of such technological changes brought by the 4IR, has not yet been measured. The primary objective of this study is to investigate IMSAf’s perceptions and readiness to embrace technological changes brought by the 4IR. The perceptions and readiness are assessed based on the technology embracing organisational framework of efficiencies, innovation, skills and re-training. This study is grounded in the philosophy of positivism and the related method used is a quantitative study to test the research questions in an objective manner. A questionnaire was the sole method of collecting first-hand data from the selected sample. The population size consisted of 139 respondents working in various business units within IMSAf. These individuals are occupying various roles and they have in depth, tacit, and multi-disciplinary knowledge of processes and would be the first to experience technological changes brought by the 4IR. A quantitative analysis technique is applied, such as descriptive and inferential statistics, to analyse data. A literature review on the topic was conducted as well as an empirical study. The results from both the literature review and the empirical study found that with the implementation of 4IR emerging technologies within an organisation, there is a significant improvement on efficiencies, innovation and skills and re-training. Furthermore, the level of awareness and understanding about the benefits of embracing 4IR emerging technologies within IMSAf is significant. , Thesis (MBA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, NMU Business School, 2021
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The regulation of renewable ocean energy
- Authors: Kekana, Lerato Caroline
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Gqeberha (South Africa) , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , Renewable energy sources -- South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/51211 , vital:43217
- Description: Energy is one of the vital natural resources that contribute towards an improvement in social and economic development. Environmental issues such as climate change have resulted in the exploitation of renewable energy gaining momentum. Renewable ocean energy is one of the renewable sources that have the potential to assist South Africa to achieve its energy policy goals, which include economic development and the management of energy-related environmental and health impacts. The exploitation and exploration of renewable ocean energy in South Africa raise legal concerns. These concerns are the lack of appropriate legal and regulatory frameworks and the possible conflicts among users in the marine environment that may occur as a result of the exploitation and exploration of renewable ocean energy. This dissertation, therefore, addresses these concerns by providing a critical assessment of the regulation of renewable ocean energy in South Africa. Firstly, it provides an introduction and legal background of renewable ocean energy. It proceeds by critically assessing the international requirements with which South Africa needs to comply regarding renewable ocean energy. Following that, the dissertation provides an analysis of the environment and energy legislation and the extent to which they regulate renewable ocean energy. Lastly, taking into account other existing and future activities in the marine environment, there is a discussion of the marine spatial planning (MSP) and other regulatory measures in so far as they relate to the resolution of the conflict in the context of renewable ocean energy. The conclusion is that the existing legislation does not appropriately regulate renewable ocean energy. As a result, the dissertation proposes how the existing legislation may adequately include renewable ocean energy. Furthermore, it makes recommendations. , Thesis (LLM) -- Faculty of Law, Public Law, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Kekana, Lerato Caroline
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Gqeberha (South Africa) , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , Renewable energy sources -- South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/51211 , vital:43217
- Description: Energy is one of the vital natural resources that contribute towards an improvement in social and economic development. Environmental issues such as climate change have resulted in the exploitation of renewable energy gaining momentum. Renewable ocean energy is one of the renewable sources that have the potential to assist South Africa to achieve its energy policy goals, which include economic development and the management of energy-related environmental and health impacts. The exploitation and exploration of renewable ocean energy in South Africa raise legal concerns. These concerns are the lack of appropriate legal and regulatory frameworks and the possible conflicts among users in the marine environment that may occur as a result of the exploitation and exploration of renewable ocean energy. This dissertation, therefore, addresses these concerns by providing a critical assessment of the regulation of renewable ocean energy in South Africa. Firstly, it provides an introduction and legal background of renewable ocean energy. It proceeds by critically assessing the international requirements with which South Africa needs to comply regarding renewable ocean energy. Following that, the dissertation provides an analysis of the environment and energy legislation and the extent to which they regulate renewable ocean energy. Lastly, taking into account other existing and future activities in the marine environment, there is a discussion of the marine spatial planning (MSP) and other regulatory measures in so far as they relate to the resolution of the conflict in the context of renewable ocean energy. The conclusion is that the existing legislation does not appropriately regulate renewable ocean energy. As a result, the dissertation proposes how the existing legislation may adequately include renewable ocean energy. Furthermore, it makes recommendations. , Thesis (LLM) -- Faculty of Law, Public Law, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
The relationship between debtors policies and recovery of debtors on the Nelson Mandela University financial statements
- Authors: Jiba, Mncedikazi Felicelle
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Financial statements , Accounting -- Standards , Debtor and creditor -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/51864 , vital:43379
- Description: The purpose of the study was to investigate the relationship between the debt collection process in terms of the debtors polices and the recovery of debtors on the annual financial statements at Nelson Mandela University. A related goal was to determine if the debt collection as per debtor’s policy is effective enough to recover debtors in time as debtors affects in financial operations of the university. The student fees are one of the sources of income of the university. When there is an increase in debtors it means debt collection is decreasing, which ultimately affects the cash flow income that is increased through the debtors of the university. The results showed that Nelson Mandela University is collecting debt as per the debtor’s policy, however the recovery of debtors is not in the benefits of the university as large amounts of debtors are tied up to handed over to clients. , Thesis (MTech) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, Cost management accounting, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Jiba, Mncedikazi Felicelle
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Financial statements , Accounting -- Standards , Debtor and creditor -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/51864 , vital:43379
- Description: The purpose of the study was to investigate the relationship between the debt collection process in terms of the debtors polices and the recovery of debtors on the annual financial statements at Nelson Mandela University. A related goal was to determine if the debt collection as per debtor’s policy is effective enough to recover debtors in time as debtors affects in financial operations of the university. The student fees are one of the sources of income of the university. When there is an increase in debtors it means debt collection is decreasing, which ultimately affects the cash flow income that is increased through the debtors of the university. The results showed that Nelson Mandela University is collecting debt as per the debtor’s policy, however the recovery of debtors is not in the benefits of the university as large amounts of debtors are tied up to handed over to clients. , Thesis (MTech) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, Cost management accounting, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
The relationship between psychological capital and employee wellness in the retail sector in South Africa
- Authors: Mphinyana, Masindi
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Gqeberha (South Africa) , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/53018 , vital:44870
- Description: Psychological Capital (PsyCap) and employee wellness. Moreover, the study investigated demographic differences in relation to the variables. The study employed a cross-sectional, correlational design to achieve the objectives. Additionally, a non-probability convenience sampling method was used. Data was collected from retail employees in Gauteng, Pretoria through a composite self-administered paper-and-pencil questionnaire which incorporated a biographical questionnaire, the PCQ-24 and the PWS. To determine whether a relationship exists between the constructs, Pearson’s product-moment correlations were used. To further determine demographical differences, the analysis of variance (ANOVA) was utilised, and post-hoc Tukey HSD tests were used to determine where the differences lie. Results indicated that PsyCap was positively correlated with wellness; and significant differences in the means for both PsyCap and wellness were observed for demographic variables. The study further revealed that PsyCap is predictive of employee wellness. , Thesis (MA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, School of Industrial Psychology and Human Resources, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Mphinyana, Masindi
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Gqeberha (South Africa) , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/53018 , vital:44870
- Description: Psychological Capital (PsyCap) and employee wellness. Moreover, the study investigated demographic differences in relation to the variables. The study employed a cross-sectional, correlational design to achieve the objectives. Additionally, a non-probability convenience sampling method was used. Data was collected from retail employees in Gauteng, Pretoria through a composite self-administered paper-and-pencil questionnaire which incorporated a biographical questionnaire, the PCQ-24 and the PWS. To determine whether a relationship exists between the constructs, Pearson’s product-moment correlations were used. To further determine demographical differences, the analysis of variance (ANOVA) was utilised, and post-hoc Tukey HSD tests were used to determine where the differences lie. Results indicated that PsyCap was positively correlated with wellness; and significant differences in the means for both PsyCap and wellness were observed for demographic variables. The study further revealed that PsyCap is predictive of employee wellness. , Thesis (MA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, School of Industrial Psychology and Human Resources, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
The relationship between real exchange rate misalignment and economic growth in Namibia
- Shaduka, Mathilde Hishikomesho
- Authors: Shaduka, Mathilde Hishikomesho
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Namibia , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/53024 , vital:44892
- Description: It has been recognised in academic and policy debates that a poorly managed exchange rate can have a devastating effect on a country’s economic growth rate. The current literature on the effect of real exchange rate misalignment on economic growth shows mixed and inconclusive results. The floating rate regime by South Africa to which Namibia’s exchange rate is fixed, contributes to exchange fluctuations that Namibia experiences. As exchange rate is one of the fundamental factors that affect economic growth, this study aims to evaluate the effect of real exchange rate misalignment on the Namibian economic growth over the period from 1990 to 2018. The study employs Equilibrium Real Exchange Rate (ERER) Model and Auto-Regressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) models as quantitative research methods approach for estimating the equilibrium exchange rate and establishing the relationship between real exchange rate misalignment and Namibia’s economic growth. The ERER model reveals that the Namibian currency was overvalued over the period under review. Furthermore, the ARDL results confirm that a significant relationship exists between real exchange rate misalignment and Namibia’s economic growth. The study further shows that real exchange rate misalignment (overvaluation) negatively affects Namibia’s growth domestic product (GDP). Consequently, consistent with current literature, the study supports the view that keeping the real exchange rate at levels close to its equilibrium level or slightly below its equilibrium level can promote economic growth in developing economies such as Namibia. The study, therefore, strongly recommends that the Namibian government should consider a currency undervaluation policy in order to promote economic activities and enhance Namibia’s GDP. it is thus crucial for policymakers to effectively manage real exchange rate regularly and ensure that it does not widely deviate from its equilibrium value. The study also recommends that Namibia should diversify its products and ease the trade barriers so as to promote exports that would boost economic activities. , Thesis (MPhil) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, School of Economics Development and Tourism, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Shaduka, Mathilde Hishikomesho
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Namibia , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/53024 , vital:44892
- Description: It has been recognised in academic and policy debates that a poorly managed exchange rate can have a devastating effect on a country’s economic growth rate. The current literature on the effect of real exchange rate misalignment on economic growth shows mixed and inconclusive results. The floating rate regime by South Africa to which Namibia’s exchange rate is fixed, contributes to exchange fluctuations that Namibia experiences. As exchange rate is one of the fundamental factors that affect economic growth, this study aims to evaluate the effect of real exchange rate misalignment on the Namibian economic growth over the period from 1990 to 2018. The study employs Equilibrium Real Exchange Rate (ERER) Model and Auto-Regressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) models as quantitative research methods approach for estimating the equilibrium exchange rate and establishing the relationship between real exchange rate misalignment and Namibia’s economic growth. The ERER model reveals that the Namibian currency was overvalued over the period under review. Furthermore, the ARDL results confirm that a significant relationship exists between real exchange rate misalignment and Namibia’s economic growth. The study further shows that real exchange rate misalignment (overvaluation) negatively affects Namibia’s growth domestic product (GDP). Consequently, consistent with current literature, the study supports the view that keeping the real exchange rate at levels close to its equilibrium level or slightly below its equilibrium level can promote economic growth in developing economies such as Namibia. The study, therefore, strongly recommends that the Namibian government should consider a currency undervaluation policy in order to promote economic activities and enhance Namibia’s GDP. it is thus crucial for policymakers to effectively manage real exchange rate regularly and ensure that it does not widely deviate from its equilibrium value. The study also recommends that Namibia should diversify its products and ease the trade barriers so as to promote exports that would boost economic activities. , Thesis (MPhil) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, School of Economics Development and Tourism, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
The relationship between the performance management development system and compensation: the case of the City of Cape Town Municipality
- Authors: Ramaru, Murendeni Praise
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Port Elizabeth (South Africa) , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/54836 , vital:47926
- Description: This research was directed towards the current state of the relationship between the Performance Management Development System and compensation in the City of Cape Town Municipality. The research approach adopted in this study was a qualitative method. Desktop analysis and case study design were used as secondary data collection tools. Since the democratization of South Africa in 1994, the focus has been directed towards the maximising of economic growth and development. The road to development has been challenging since the inception of democracy. Organisations are operating in a dynamic and highly competitive environment which requires adjustments and development of strategies to remain relevant. Compensation is one of the ways different organisations have adopted as a strategy for attracting and retaining suitable employees as well as maintaining performance management. The essence of a well-functioning performance management development system has played a critical role in providing an effective system in the public service. The main objective of compensation is to ensure an organisation has the right resources necessary to motivate employees’ performance needed to achieve the organisational strategy. The study found that a compensation strategy leads to increased employees’ performance. The findings indicated that there is a positive connection between the compensation strategy and the performance of the employees. , Thesis (MA) -- Faculty of Humanities, School of Governmental and Social Sciences, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Ramaru, Murendeni Praise
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Port Elizabeth (South Africa) , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/54836 , vital:47926
- Description: This research was directed towards the current state of the relationship between the Performance Management Development System and compensation in the City of Cape Town Municipality. The research approach adopted in this study was a qualitative method. Desktop analysis and case study design were used as secondary data collection tools. Since the democratization of South Africa in 1994, the focus has been directed towards the maximising of economic growth and development. The road to development has been challenging since the inception of democracy. Organisations are operating in a dynamic and highly competitive environment which requires adjustments and development of strategies to remain relevant. Compensation is one of the ways different organisations have adopted as a strategy for attracting and retaining suitable employees as well as maintaining performance management. The essence of a well-functioning performance management development system has played a critical role in providing an effective system in the public service. The main objective of compensation is to ensure an organisation has the right resources necessary to motivate employees’ performance needed to achieve the organisational strategy. The study found that a compensation strategy leads to increased employees’ performance. The findings indicated that there is a positive connection between the compensation strategy and the performance of the employees. , Thesis (MA) -- Faculty of Humanities, School of Governmental and Social Sciences, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
The relationship between work engagement and psychological meaningfulness
- Authors: Faro, Gillian Rochelle
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Employee motivation , Organizational behavior , Psychology, Industrial
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/51360 , vital:43267
- Description: Work engagement is a positive psychological construct that according to research predicts positive organisational outcomes. The overarching objective of this study is to investigate the relationship between work engagement and psychological meaningfulness and to determine whether work engagement can be predicted by means of psychological meaningfulness. This study took on the form of a cross-sectional design, using a questionnaire to measure work engagement and psychological meaningfulness. The Utrecht Work Engagement Scale (UWES) and the Psychological Meaningfulness Scale (PMS) are instruments that have been widely used in research and were both found to be reliable and valid. The questionnaire was administered in the form of a paper and pencil self-administered questionnaire. This study was conducted at a mining/manufacturing company based in the Eastern Cape for employees across all occupational levels (N=202) and the sample was selected using non-probability convenience sampling as participation in the study was voluntary. Descriptive statistic methods were used to analyse the data, as well as an analysis of variance (ANOVA). Correlation data analysis methods were utilised to measure the relationship between variables. The study found a strong positive relationship between work engagement and psychological meaningfulness and that a large portion of the respondents scored moderate to high on work engagement and high on psychological meaningfulness. The study also found that there is a positive relationship between work engagement and age in that older employees are more engaged than younger employees. Male respondents were found to have higher levels of psychological meaningfulness. Lastly, the study revealed that psychological meaningfulness predicts work engagement. Research and organisational recommendations based on the research are discussed. , Thesis (MA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, Labour Relations and Human Resources, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Faro, Gillian Rochelle
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Employee motivation , Organizational behavior , Psychology, Industrial
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/51360 , vital:43267
- Description: Work engagement is a positive psychological construct that according to research predicts positive organisational outcomes. The overarching objective of this study is to investigate the relationship between work engagement and psychological meaningfulness and to determine whether work engagement can be predicted by means of psychological meaningfulness. This study took on the form of a cross-sectional design, using a questionnaire to measure work engagement and psychological meaningfulness. The Utrecht Work Engagement Scale (UWES) and the Psychological Meaningfulness Scale (PMS) are instruments that have been widely used in research and were both found to be reliable and valid. The questionnaire was administered in the form of a paper and pencil self-administered questionnaire. This study was conducted at a mining/manufacturing company based in the Eastern Cape for employees across all occupational levels (N=202) and the sample was selected using non-probability convenience sampling as participation in the study was voluntary. Descriptive statistic methods were used to analyse the data, as well as an analysis of variance (ANOVA). Correlation data analysis methods were utilised to measure the relationship between variables. The study found a strong positive relationship between work engagement and psychological meaningfulness and that a large portion of the respondents scored moderate to high on work engagement and high on psychological meaningfulness. The study also found that there is a positive relationship between work engagement and age in that older employees are more engaged than younger employees. Male respondents were found to have higher levels of psychological meaningfulness. Lastly, the study revealed that psychological meaningfulness predicts work engagement. Research and organisational recommendations based on the research are discussed. , Thesis (MA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, Labour Relations and Human Resources, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
The relationship between workplace well-being and authentic leadership
- Authors: Vezile, Sindile
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Gqeberha (South Africa) , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/52971 , vital:44900
- Description: The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between authentic leadership and employee well-being. Data was collected from an online questionnaire survey sent to 141 Special Economic Zone employees who worked as non-managerial employees. Ninety-four employees responded. The collected data was analysed using statistical tools from SPSS 20. Subsequently, descriptive statistics, including frequencies, percentages, means and standard deviations and correlations were used to summarise information for demographic variables, authentic leadership and well-being. In addition, ANOVA was used to determine sub-group differences. First, it has been shown that project managers were seen by their subordinates as trustworthy leaders. Second, there was a connection between authentic leadership and well-being in the workplace. Third, it was discovered that all aspects of ethical leadership, apart from Work Intrusion (IoW), had a relationship with organisational well-being. Fourth, it has shown that males and females experience different levels of job satisfaction and feel differently about respect for the organisation. Keywords: Well- , Thesis (MA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, School of Industrial Psychology and Human Resources, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Vezile, Sindile
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Gqeberha (South Africa) , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/52971 , vital:44900
- Description: The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between authentic leadership and employee well-being. Data was collected from an online questionnaire survey sent to 141 Special Economic Zone employees who worked as non-managerial employees. Ninety-four employees responded. The collected data was analysed using statistical tools from SPSS 20. Subsequently, descriptive statistics, including frequencies, percentages, means and standard deviations and correlations were used to summarise information for demographic variables, authentic leadership and well-being. In addition, ANOVA was used to determine sub-group differences. First, it has been shown that project managers were seen by their subordinates as trustworthy leaders. Second, there was a connection between authentic leadership and well-being in the workplace. Third, it was discovered that all aspects of ethical leadership, apart from Work Intrusion (IoW), had a relationship with organisational well-being. Fourth, it has shown that males and females experience different levels of job satisfaction and feel differently about respect for the organisation. Keywords: Well- , Thesis (MA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, School of Industrial Psychology and Human Resources, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
The rights of children in youth care centres
- Authors: Ngodwana, Gugulethu
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Gqeberha (South Africa) , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , Juvenile delinquents
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/51193 , vital:43230
- Description: Poverty is prevalent in the Eastern Cape Province. As a result of poverty and other related factors, there is an increase on percentage of crime. There is a number of case laws where children have been found guilty of committing very serious criminal offences in the Eastern Cape. They are contributing high percentage in crime. In the past, before the dawn of the new constitutional dispensation, children in conflict with the law were not treated any different to adults who were in conflict with the law. There was no separate legislation that was child specific. , Thesis (LLM) -- Faculty of Laws, Criminal and Procedural Law, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Ngodwana, Gugulethu
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Gqeberha (South Africa) , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , Juvenile delinquents
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/51193 , vital:43230
- Description: Poverty is prevalent in the Eastern Cape Province. As a result of poverty and other related factors, there is an increase on percentage of crime. There is a number of case laws where children have been found guilty of committing very serious criminal offences in the Eastern Cape. They are contributing high percentage in crime. In the past, before the dawn of the new constitutional dispensation, children in conflict with the law were not treated any different to adults who were in conflict with the law. There was no separate legislation that was child specific. , Thesis (LLM) -- Faculty of Laws, Criminal and Procedural Law, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
The Road to R960: foster parents’ experiences of their journey to receiving a foster care grant in Port Elizabeth
- Authors: Ndwayana, Philasande
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Foster parents -- Services for -- South Africa -- Port Elizabeth , Foster home care -- South Africa -- Port Elizabeth -- Case studies
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/51418 , vital:43273
- Description: The focus of this study is on foster parents and how they have experienced foster care process, from initial stages of application to the payment of the foster care grant. Many children have been found to be in need of care and protection following a number of factors ranging from death of biological parents, abandonment or abuse. In South Africa, the Children’s Act 38/2005 upholds the best interests of children and prioritizes family care as opposed to institutional care. Hence, the rise in foster care placements. Prospective foster parents are selected and screened for suitability, once done they then go for approval at Court in a bid to enter into a legal contract so as to care for the child (Children’s Act No 38 of 2005, RSA, 2006). This statutory process is just one part of the road to accessing the foster care grant. However, there is also the view that foster parents are abusing the foster care grant when actually they are caring for other people’s children with the minimal assistance of R960. In a country such as South Africa, where poverty and unemployment contribute to family disintegration, it frequently takes social workers much longer than three months to finalise foster placements, which creates anxiety and uncertainty for the foster parents and the foster children. This qualitative study utilises an exploratory, descriptive research design underpinned by a narrative strategy of inquiry to explore and describe the experiences of foster parents’ journeys to obtaining the foster care grant in Port Elizabeth. The end result envisaged that there will be strengthening of service to clients, an understanding of how the processes and policies empower or challenge foster parents in an aim to render quality care to children and foster parents. And as such recommendations like employment of more social workers, refresher trainings for officials and the marketing adoption as an option of alternative care were mentioned. , Thesis (MSW) -- Faculty of Health Sciences, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Ndwayana, Philasande
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Foster parents -- Services for -- South Africa -- Port Elizabeth , Foster home care -- South Africa -- Port Elizabeth -- Case studies
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/51418 , vital:43273
- Description: The focus of this study is on foster parents and how they have experienced foster care process, from initial stages of application to the payment of the foster care grant. Many children have been found to be in need of care and protection following a number of factors ranging from death of biological parents, abandonment or abuse. In South Africa, the Children’s Act 38/2005 upholds the best interests of children and prioritizes family care as opposed to institutional care. Hence, the rise in foster care placements. Prospective foster parents are selected and screened for suitability, once done they then go for approval at Court in a bid to enter into a legal contract so as to care for the child (Children’s Act No 38 of 2005, RSA, 2006). This statutory process is just one part of the road to accessing the foster care grant. However, there is also the view that foster parents are abusing the foster care grant when actually they are caring for other people’s children with the minimal assistance of R960. In a country such as South Africa, where poverty and unemployment contribute to family disintegration, it frequently takes social workers much longer than three months to finalise foster placements, which creates anxiety and uncertainty for the foster parents and the foster children. This qualitative study utilises an exploratory, descriptive research design underpinned by a narrative strategy of inquiry to explore and describe the experiences of foster parents’ journeys to obtaining the foster care grant in Port Elizabeth. The end result envisaged that there will be strengthening of service to clients, an understanding of how the processes and policies empower or challenge foster parents in an aim to render quality care to children and foster parents. And as such recommendations like employment of more social workers, refresher trainings for officials and the marketing adoption as an option of alternative care were mentioned. , Thesis (MSW) -- Faculty of Health Sciences, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
The role of lean management principles in achieving successful water management: the case of Harry Gwala District Municipality
- Authors: Dlamini, Adelaide Nomnandi
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Lean manufacturing -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape , Water-supply -- Management , Water-supply -- Economic aspects
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/51153 , vital:43213
- Description: Water is life and a basic human need. It is a scarce resource which must be managed in a sustainable way. Empirical evidence suggests that globally the current supply systems will not satisfy the demand. Some of the challenges include depleted water resources due to uneven and inadequate rainfall, effects of climate change, poor asset management, water losses and poor water quality. Since there is a universal need for water, without water life would cease to exist; moreover, water is limited in quantities and hence sustainable management of this resource remains a global imperative. This research sought to investigate and understand the role of lean management in ensuring successful water management at Harry Gwala District Municipality, located in KwaZulu-Natal. To achieve the above goal, the research sought to investigate the efficiency of the production processes, strategies to conserve water and manage the demand, human resources and organisational development, as well as financial planning and management. The research adopted a qualitative research design and interpretivism research paradigm. The research findings acknowledged the strides made by the Municipality in relation to extending the infrastructure footprint to the communities that previously did not have water. The research further revealed that Harry Gwala District Municipality is challenged in relation to providing an uninterrupted and efficient water supply to consumers. This is due to poor project planning, project management and monitoring, poor maintenance of infrastructure, ageing and dilapidated infrastructure, illegal connections and high water losses. The workforce is inadequate with concerns about ill-discipline and lack of productivity by some employees. The organisational culture does not allow for innovation and has a bearing on ill-discipline and productivity. The research noted that the Municipality is unable to provide successful water management, owing to infrastructural challenges, wastage, lack of continuous improvement and the organisational culture. It was further noted that these challenges can be addressed using lean management principles with particular focus on waste elimination, continuous improvement, employee involvement, promoting efficiency in the production processes and the use of catalytic technology. , Thesis (MBA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, Business Administration, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Dlamini, Adelaide Nomnandi
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Lean manufacturing -- South Africa -- Eastern Cape , Water-supply -- Management , Water-supply -- Economic aspects
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/51153 , vital:43213
- Description: Water is life and a basic human need. It is a scarce resource which must be managed in a sustainable way. Empirical evidence suggests that globally the current supply systems will not satisfy the demand. Some of the challenges include depleted water resources due to uneven and inadequate rainfall, effects of climate change, poor asset management, water losses and poor water quality. Since there is a universal need for water, without water life would cease to exist; moreover, water is limited in quantities and hence sustainable management of this resource remains a global imperative. This research sought to investigate and understand the role of lean management in ensuring successful water management at Harry Gwala District Municipality, located in KwaZulu-Natal. To achieve the above goal, the research sought to investigate the efficiency of the production processes, strategies to conserve water and manage the demand, human resources and organisational development, as well as financial planning and management. The research adopted a qualitative research design and interpretivism research paradigm. The research findings acknowledged the strides made by the Municipality in relation to extending the infrastructure footprint to the communities that previously did not have water. The research further revealed that Harry Gwala District Municipality is challenged in relation to providing an uninterrupted and efficient water supply to consumers. This is due to poor project planning, project management and monitoring, poor maintenance of infrastructure, ageing and dilapidated infrastructure, illegal connections and high water losses. The workforce is inadequate with concerns about ill-discipline and lack of productivity by some employees. The organisational culture does not allow for innovation and has a bearing on ill-discipline and productivity. The research noted that the Municipality is unable to provide successful water management, owing to infrastructural challenges, wastage, lack of continuous improvement and the organisational culture. It was further noted that these challenges can be addressed using lean management principles with particular focus on waste elimination, continuous improvement, employee involvement, promoting efficiency in the production processes and the use of catalytic technology. , Thesis (MBA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences, Business Administration, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
The role of local economic development in poverty alleviation: a case of Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality
- Authors: Mkanyeli, Vuyokazi
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Economic development -- South Africa -- Buffalo City , Poverty -- Economic aspects -- South Africa -- Buffalo City
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/53478 , vital:45157
- Description: The primary purpose of Local Economic Development is centred on the improvement of the quality of life for all. Thus, LED plays a fundamental role in poverty alleviation in communities, if utilised effectively and efficiently. The present study was conducted in Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality, which is located in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. The chosen case study is characterised by high unemployment and poverty. Thus, this study explored the role of LED strategies in alleviating poverty within the municipality. The study adopted a qualitative research methodology with the use of a case study research design. Data was collected through interviews with LED officials within the municipality and analysed through thematic analysis. The study findings showed that in as much as the BCMM is characterised by poverty, it strives to alleviate poverty through employing various LED strategies such as agriculture, tourism, Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises, and the Metro Growth and Development Strategy. The findings also revealed that the municipality is confronted with a myriad of challenges that hinder effective implementation of these strategies. If the strategies are effectively implemented, the study participants argued that it will result in job creation, income generation and skills development. The challenges include limited resources, lack of investments, lack of skilled personnel and lack of connectivity. The study recommends infrastructure development, establishment of mechanisms to attract investments and focusing more on building capabilities. The municipality should also implement more LED strategies as well as engage in more partnerships. This will ensure poverty alleviation within the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality. , Thesis (MPA) -- Faculty of Humanities, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Mkanyeli, Vuyokazi
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Economic development -- South Africa -- Buffalo City , Poverty -- Economic aspects -- South Africa -- Buffalo City
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/53478 , vital:45157
- Description: The primary purpose of Local Economic Development is centred on the improvement of the quality of life for all. Thus, LED plays a fundamental role in poverty alleviation in communities, if utilised effectively and efficiently. The present study was conducted in Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality, which is located in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. The chosen case study is characterised by high unemployment and poverty. Thus, this study explored the role of LED strategies in alleviating poverty within the municipality. The study adopted a qualitative research methodology with the use of a case study research design. Data was collected through interviews with LED officials within the municipality and analysed through thematic analysis. The study findings showed that in as much as the BCMM is characterised by poverty, it strives to alleviate poverty through employing various LED strategies such as agriculture, tourism, Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises, and the Metro Growth and Development Strategy. The findings also revealed that the municipality is confronted with a myriad of challenges that hinder effective implementation of these strategies. If the strategies are effectively implemented, the study participants argued that it will result in job creation, income generation and skills development. The challenges include limited resources, lack of investments, lack of skilled personnel and lack of connectivity. The study recommends infrastructure development, establishment of mechanisms to attract investments and focusing more on building capabilities. The municipality should also implement more LED strategies as well as engage in more partnerships. This will ensure poverty alleviation within the Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality. , Thesis (MPA) -- Faculty of Humanities, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
The role of stakeholders in developing entrepreneurs in the bunkering industry: the case of Nelson Mandela Bay
- Authors: Yibe, Luthando
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Oil transfer operations -- South Africa -- Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality , Small business -- South Africa -- Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/54849 , vital:48033
- Description: In July 2014 the South African government launched an oceans economy growth and development program called Operation Phakisa: Ocean Economy. The oceans economy is one of the sectors that is identified by the South African government where entrepreneurship can play a meaningful role in contributing to South Africa’s economic growth. Shipping is regarded as a critical operation within the export and import activities of any country . About 30 000 vessels sail along the coast of South Africa each year and approximately 13 000 vessels visit South African ports annually. Bunker replenishment is identified as a critical component within the operation of ships. In 2016 the first offshore bunkering operations were in launched in the Nelson Mandela Bay ports to revitalise the bunkering business. The aim of the study is to provide insight into how entrepreneurs can recognise value in business models, the application of the business model framework and how stakeholders can play a role in developing entrepreneurs in the bunkering sector. A survey using interviews was conducted amongst key stakeholders in the bunkering industry in the Nelson Mandela Bay region. Six themes were formulated, and these themes formed the basis of the interview structure. The themes focused amongst on challenges faced by entrepreneurs, access to funding, impact of industry regulations, government programmes and support available to entrepreneurs and the application of business model and innovation. The findings revealed that whilst Small Medium Enterprises faced several challenges in entering the industry, the support provided by key stakeholders and the application of a business model is key if entrepreneurs are to be successful in the bunkering industry. , Thesis (MBA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciencess, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Yibe, Luthando
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Oil transfer operations -- South Africa -- Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality , Small business -- South Africa -- Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/54849 , vital:48033
- Description: In July 2014 the South African government launched an oceans economy growth and development program called Operation Phakisa: Ocean Economy. The oceans economy is one of the sectors that is identified by the South African government where entrepreneurship can play a meaningful role in contributing to South Africa’s economic growth. Shipping is regarded as a critical operation within the export and import activities of any country . About 30 000 vessels sail along the coast of South Africa each year and approximately 13 000 vessels visit South African ports annually. Bunker replenishment is identified as a critical component within the operation of ships. In 2016 the first offshore bunkering operations were in launched in the Nelson Mandela Bay ports to revitalise the bunkering business. The aim of the study is to provide insight into how entrepreneurs can recognise value in business models, the application of the business model framework and how stakeholders can play a role in developing entrepreneurs in the bunkering sector. A survey using interviews was conducted amongst key stakeholders in the bunkering industry in the Nelson Mandela Bay region. Six themes were formulated, and these themes formed the basis of the interview structure. The themes focused amongst on challenges faced by entrepreneurs, access to funding, impact of industry regulations, government programmes and support available to entrepreneurs and the application of business model and innovation. The findings revealed that whilst Small Medium Enterprises faced several challenges in entering the industry, the support provided by key stakeholders and the application of a business model is key if entrepreneurs are to be successful in the bunkering industry. , Thesis (MBA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Sciencess, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
The role of strategic leadership in strategy implementation: a case of the Eastern Cape Department of Health
- Authors: Nkosi, Nonhlanhla
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Gqeberha (South Africa) , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/53021 , vital:44882
- Description: The goal of this research was to evaluate the role of strategic leadership in improving strategy implementation in the Eastern Cape Department of Health (ECDOH). According to literature, the strategic leadership actions, namely: determining strategic direction; managing the organisation’s resource portfolio; sustaining an effective organisational culture; emphasising ethical practices; and establishing balanced organisational controls, positively contribute to successful implementation of strategy. The research methodology used in this study was a quantitative research approach. The study used an online survey questionnaire to gather information on the respondents’ perceptions on the role of the strategic leadership actions in strategy implementation in the ECDOH. The survey also gathered respondents’ perceptions on the role of environmental complexity factors in moderating the relationship between the strategic leadership actions and strategy implementation in the ECDOH. The study revealed that determining strategic direction and establishing balanced organisational controls were positively related to strategy implementation in the ECDOH. Managing the organisation’s resource portfolio, sustaining an effective organisational culture as well as emphasising ethical practices were not positively related to strategy implementation in the ECDOH. The study also found that four out of the five environmental complexity factors measured, moderate the relationship between strategic leadership actions and strategy implementation in the ECDOH. Based on the findings, the study recommends that the ECDOH management apply all the strategic leadership actions in improving strategy implementation in the ECDOH and provides detailed recommendations per strategic leadership action. The study also recommends that the ECDOH management take note of the environmental complexity factors that moderate the relationship between the role of strategic leadership actions in the implementation of strategy in the ECDOH and develop plans to mitigate against the risk of these environmental complexity factors. , Thesis (MBA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Science, NMU Business School, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04
- Authors: Nkosi, Nonhlanhla
- Date: 2021-04
- Subjects: Gqeberha (South Africa) , Eastern Cape (South Africa) , South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/53021 , vital:44882
- Description: The goal of this research was to evaluate the role of strategic leadership in improving strategy implementation in the Eastern Cape Department of Health (ECDOH). According to literature, the strategic leadership actions, namely: determining strategic direction; managing the organisation’s resource portfolio; sustaining an effective organisational culture; emphasising ethical practices; and establishing balanced organisational controls, positively contribute to successful implementation of strategy. The research methodology used in this study was a quantitative research approach. The study used an online survey questionnaire to gather information on the respondents’ perceptions on the role of the strategic leadership actions in strategy implementation in the ECDOH. The survey also gathered respondents’ perceptions on the role of environmental complexity factors in moderating the relationship between the strategic leadership actions and strategy implementation in the ECDOH. The study revealed that determining strategic direction and establishing balanced organisational controls were positively related to strategy implementation in the ECDOH. Managing the organisation’s resource portfolio, sustaining an effective organisational culture as well as emphasising ethical practices were not positively related to strategy implementation in the ECDOH. The study also found that four out of the five environmental complexity factors measured, moderate the relationship between strategic leadership actions and strategy implementation in the ECDOH. Based on the findings, the study recommends that the ECDOH management apply all the strategic leadership actions in improving strategy implementation in the ECDOH and provides detailed recommendations per strategic leadership action. The study also recommends that the ECDOH management take note of the environmental complexity factors that moderate the relationship between the role of strategic leadership actions in the implementation of strategy in the ECDOH and develop plans to mitigate against the risk of these environmental complexity factors. , Thesis (MBA) -- Faculty of Business and Economic Science, NMU Business School, 2021
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- Date Issued: 2021-04