Abstract: The social media is an essential tool for bringing people together globally. The social media helps shape perspectives both domestically and abroad. Social media diplomacy is an important tool in winning over local and international masses in this era of globalization, with its increased international dependence and competitiveness. Therefore, this study sought to determine the role of social media diplomacy in foreign policy decision-making in Kenya. The specific objectives of the...
Abstract: Economic and political motivations usually encourage governments to employ economic diplomacy in the management of foreign affairs more specifically between developed and developing countries around the world. There has been a fierce debate on when governments should use economic diplomacy and whether it’s legitimate or appropriate. Decision-making to employ economic diplomacy is complex given that it involves different state and non-state actors which have different aims in term...
Abstract: Lack of an effective revenue collection system has limited the county government’s ability to collect adequate revenue and achieve its development goals. The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of revenue systems automation on revenue collection and development in Nairobi City County. The specific objectives are; to examine the effect of cash management automation, budget process automation and revenue administration automation on the revenue collection and develop...
Abstract: Pastoralists’ access to water, for both human and animal use, is a major element of their livelihood. They experience water challenges such as quantity, high costs, long trekking distances and extended queues at water points. This is despite the continuous investment in ensuring water access is achieved for all. Other threats to water access include effects of climate change, weather extremes, pollution, and competition between resource users including mega-development projects. ...
Abstract: Introduction Darfur has been embroiled in a deadly conflict for a full three years. At least 200,000 people have been killed and more than 2.5 million innocent civilians including women and children have been forced to flee their homes and are now hosted in internally displaced camps in neighbouring eastern Chad. In addition, more than 3.5 million men, women and children are entirely reliant on humanitarian assistance for survival. Since early 2003, Sudanese armed forces and Sudane...
Abstract: Employability has become a vital issue in every profession in the 21st century knowledge economy. The purpose of this study was to investigate the existence of 21st century employability skills among higher education graduates in Botswana, taking Botho university (BU) as a case study. A survey of extant literature was conducted to grasp what different other authorities have written on the issue of graduate employability skills in the 21st century. The study adopted the positivist a...
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to explore the factors contributing to low motivation of the hospitality management learners at a selected higher education institution in Botswana. The study adopted a positivist approach accompanied by a cross sectional survey research design and a quantitative research methodology where data was collected through a questionnaire. The study population comprised 189 hospitality management students at Botho University (BU) from year 1 to year 4. Data w...
Abstract: This study investigated the challenges of providing inclusive education at Limkokwing University. It sought to make some recommendations that can be used to help inclusive education to be successful at Limkokwing University. The study adopted the critical theory to help explore the challenges of providing inclusive education. It was noticed in this study that special needs students and lecturers from Limkokwing University face challenges of inclusive education. Qualitative descript...
This study aimed to investigate factors that affecting prevention of gender-based violence against women in Adama city. The study utilized a descriptive survey design, supplemented by both quantitative and qualitative data. The target population consisted of 495 police officers in the Adama city police administration, with a sample size of 54 respondents. Additionally, 16 participants were included for Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) conducted through structured interviews. Both sampling...
Ang pananaliksik na ito ay naglalayong talakayin ang kahalagahan at paggamit ng wikang Filipino sa asignaturang agham. Ginamit ang kwantitatibong pamamaraan upang matukoy kung gaano kadalas ginagamit ng mga mag-aaral and wikang Filipino sa talakayan sa asignaturang agham, ano ang pagkakaiba ng mga mag-aaral sa bawat baitang sa kadalas na paggamit ng wikang Filipino sa talakayan, gaano kahalaga ang paggamit ng wikang Filipino sa talakayan sa asignaturang agham ayon sa mga mag-aaral, at ano ang...
This research delves into the challenges posed by the shift to modular learning at Mayoyao National High School during the pandemic, focusing on the learning styles and attitudes of Grade 11 HUMMS students. The study, employing a descriptive qualitative approach, explores the diverse approaches students employ in modular learning and their corresponding attitudes. Findings reveal sequential, verbal, and technology-dependent learning styles, emphasizing the importance of tailored and supportiv...
This literature examines the phenomenon of parentification in first-born daughters, by exploring the psychological and emotional impact of assuming parental roles within the family structure. This work further delves into the factors influencing parentification, its implications on the daughter's development, and potential long-term consequences on interpersonal relationships and mental well-being. The study aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of this familial dynamic and its syste...
There appears to be conflict in every human society. It is difficult to accept conflict as natural and unavoidable condition. Conflicts naturally occur in teams and organizations. Conflict is unavoidable in all cultures, but every culture has its own way to manage it. In an institution with any kind of disagreement or conflict among individuals at work, it poses risk for the individuals, both the employer and the institution as it affects employee’s productivity at work. The rese...
In recent times, employee-productivity has become competitive in the global environment and has become an essential element of the success of many Companies. Employee-productivity can be significantly hindered by high levels of stress experienced in the work environment. Stress is a universal element and persons from nearly every walk of life have to face stress. Employers today are critically analyzing the stress management issues that contribute to lower job performance of employees. The ma...
This article presents the socio-economic conditions, likes, dislikes, hobbies, activities and aspirations of the youth in Visakhapatnam. As we know, youth are the competent strength and asset for every nation. The ideology of youth is changing from generation to generation. The goals, hobbies, likes, dislikes and activities of the present generation of youth are different from the previous generations. This is a quantitative research study conducted at Andhra University in Visakhapatnam. The ...