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Nigerian Educational System: Problems And Prospects

ABSTRACT Our enthusiasm for education seems to be paralelled by our ignorance of what education is . Education for what ? For whom? And how? Is there no relationship between a society and the type of educution it imbibes? the s e questions border on educational value and .goal. It is in an attempt to proffer answers to these questions, examine and evaluate the principles and the validity of thought that underline issues in Nigerian educational system that this paper is being written. Periodic...

An Examination Of The Impact Of The Historical Cultural Contact Between The Kalanga And San Groups In Western Zimbabwe Since The Pre-Colonial Period The Case Of Bulilima

Abstract The dissertation is mainly focused on the effects of cultural contact between the San and the Kalanga in Western Zimbabwe, Bulilima area from pre-colonial. The San solely survived on the environment, their religion was defined by the environment this has been evidenced by the supernatural phenomena and myths which were grounded on the environment. Before the advent of the Bantu speaking groups, the San were nomadic in nature, non-pastoralists, hence the study reflected on how the Ban...

The Effects Of Development Projects On “Marginal” Communities: The Case Of Murowa Diamond Mine, 1997 - 2016

ABSTRACT Relocations and resettlements are largely caused by development induced projects such as mines and dams. These projects lead to substantial movement of people from their traditional lands, twisting or changing their history. Many researchers like Colson claimed that these massive resettlements lead to the destitution and impoverishment of the affected people for the next 40 years as they will be trying to improve their lost tradition, social way of life and their inheritance as a who...

The Influence Of Culture On Capturing And Management Of Tacit Knowledge In The Energy Sector

vi ABSTRACT The cost of energy has a significant bearing on the performance of economy of societies , thus management of energy resources is crucial . The available energy resources should be utilised more effectively with minimum incremental costs. In Zimbabwe the electricity generation , transmission and distribution industry aims to ensure minimum disruptions in power supply . The industry is characterised with zero tolerance for mistakes as the equipment involved is highly valued. The ind...

A Dissertation Submitted To The Midlands State University Department Of Local Governance Studies In Partial Fulfilment Of The Requirements For The Bachelor Of Science Honours Degree In Local

Abstract The research sought to assess the cash management systems in Chegutu Municipality. Chegutu Municipality has its set vision, mission, objectives, core values and goals that guide their daily operations but there were insurmountable cash flow challenges being faced leading to the council failing to meet the set objectives. The failure to meet objectives lead the research to seek to enquire on the challenges being faced in cash management and to identify the strategies that are being us...

Wahusika Wa Kimimi Katika Riwaya Ya Kiswahili: Mifano Kutoka Dunia Yao Na Nyuso Za Mwanamke

SHUKRANI Kwanza kabisa, kabla sijasema neno lolote, napenda nitoe shukrani zangu zisizo na ukomo kwa Mwenyezi Mungu, kwa sababu, Yeye, ndiye Mkuu; na anayepaswa kushukuriwa kwa hatua yoyote ya maisha ya mwanadamu. Ninamshukuru kwa kunijaalia afya njema, kunipa nguvu, uwezo, akili, busara na maarifakatika kipindi chote cha masomo yangu ya uzamili. Nasema kwa unyenyekevu, Mungu ndiye muweza wa kila kitu.

Mobile Bill Enquiry Application

Abstract The basis of this project was to develop a Mobile Bill Enquiry Application. The system development was initiated due to the fact that the current manual meter reading could not produce water bill statements in time and also some readings were estimated leading to revenue loss caused by underestimating the charge as well as over estimating which led to overcharging residents. The proposed system is an android application that will be used by Billing Clerks to capture and calculate bil...

Utanzia Katika Kasida Za Kiswahili: Mifano Kutoka Mkoa Wa Mjini Magharibi Unguja

SHUKRANI Kwanza kabisa shukurani za dhati anastahiki Mwenyezi Mungu Mtukufu ambaye ameniwezesha kufanya kazi hii kwa afya njema na nguvu nyingi. Pili, namshukuru kwa dhati mwalimu na msimamizi wangu wa utafiti huu Dkt Elias Manandi Songoyi aliyekubali au aliyejitolea kuwa mlezi na msimamizi wa kazi hii akielewa shida mbalimbali za mwanafunzi/mtoto wake kwa kunielekeza, kuniongoza, kunikosoa na kunishauri hadi kukamilika vyema tasnifu hii. Shukurani nyingine ziwaendee walimu wangu walionisome...

An Investigation Of The Relationship Between Ethnography And Implicature: A Case Study Of Shona Funeral Gatherings

ABSTRACT This dissertation is an exploration of the relationship that exists between ethnography and implicature by combining the two theories, with the Shona (Zezuru dialect) funeral gathering being the case study. The study will analyse utterances made during Shona culture funeral gatherings looking at the linguistic use by investigating how culture influences it to generate implicature through non observance of Grice conversational maxims. Ethnography of communication and conversational im...

Internal Control Systems In Promoting Sound Governance. A Case Study Of Manyame Rural District Council

ABSTRACT Delivering effective governance have been identified as a steering wheel for development and developing countries have been encouraged to be effective and efficient in the provision of services .However many developing countries especially in Africa are characterised by poor governance and unethical practices which then impedes development and local economic growth. There have been efforts by international organisations such as the United Nations and SADC to try and reduce the injust...

Socioeconomic Factors That Have Contributed To Makonde Language Maintenance; A Case Of Mkoma Village

ABSTRACT . This study examined the social and economic factors for Makonde language maintenance in Mkoma village in Newala Tanzania. It also examined contexts of languages use and significance of minority languages. The study employed qualitative and quantitative approaches. Forty respondents who are native Makonde speakers living in Mkoma village participated in the research. Fifteen respondents participated in oral interviews and twenty five participated by filling up questionnaires. The ma...

Communicating Loss Through #Bringbackourgirls Images On Twitter

ABSTRACT This study examines the use of Twitter images to communicate pain, anger, grief, hope, determination and other sentiments resulting from loss. By focusing on images shared on the Twitter handle #BringBackOurGirls started as a social media campaign against the kidnapping of school-going Nigerian girls by a militant group, Boko Horam, the research analyses how meanings are constructed through several codes. Drawing insights from semiotic concepts and theorizations about the role of soc...

Rethinking Film And Race: The Representation Of Black Woman In Two Western Films ‘Django Unchained’ (2012) And ‘The Help’ (2011)

Abstract The aim of the study was to explore the frames used in the representation of black women in two western films namely ‘The Help’ (2011) and ‘Django Unchained’ (2012). A qualitative research approach was used and data was collected through Questionnaires, Archival research and personal Observations methods. The study was also informed by Framing and Audience Reception theories. The study found out that black women are depicted as slaves and domestic workers working under white ...


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