Research Papers/Topics in Social Studies

Designing A Web-Based Database System For Students’ Results: A Case Study Of Uganda National Examinations Board

Abstract In this technological explosion today, large amounts of funds are being directed towards information technology (IT). Despite the enormous advances in the IT industry, there are still many organizations that have not embraced it. Several factors contribute to this state of affairs. One of these being the management factor. This research was focused on the accessibility to online Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) results which is non-existent despite the presence of a sta...

The Role Of The Media In Eradicating Female Genital Mutilation Among The Kish Community Of Kenya In Kish Central District A Case Studyof The Abagusii Community

ABSTRACT This dissertation demonstrates critical analysis of the research findings on Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) in Kisii !entral District with special a~~ media. Three research areas were accessed: la report on harmful traditional practices that affect the health of the women and their children in kisii1 the large span of the media and its coverage, from this report, the findings were discussed under selection criteria while p1aying a large concern on economic...

Selection, Salience and political identities. A constructionist approach to the political representation of ZANU-PF succession disputes in The Herald and Daily News from May 2014 to December

ABSTRACT The study critically explores the representation of Zanu-PF political disputes in The Herald and Daily News. The mentioned newspapers selectively employ the discourse of ‘weevils’ and ‘Gamatox’ in ascribing political identities to those who were regarded as locking horns in the battle to succeed the president. The study also looks at how ownership, funding and control patterns of The Herald and Daily News influenced their framing of the disputes. Data for this research was ob...

Decentralised Planning In Zimbabwe: A Review Of Provincial, Urban And District Development Planning In Post-Dependence Zimbabwe (Post-1980)

Abstract: The paper provides a detailed analysis of the nature and forms of decentralised planning existing in Zimbabwe since 1980. Most of them reflect a continuity from the colonial period with modifications to suit the new sociwconomic order. A detailed review is made of the powers that exist for planning and implementation, and also their limitations. The multiplicity of agencies has created problems, which has called for more co-ordination particularly at provincial level. However, the c...

The Impact Of Stakeholder Participation In The Budget Formulation Process In Ward 15 Mutare Urban

ABSTRACT The whites owned large and fertile land while the blacks were placed to small and unfertile land and this made room for land distribution process as a way of equality, fairness and justice. The government implemented land reform program where they attained their land from the colonizers (whites). However the result of this act led to the Zimbabwe crisis which is characterized by food insecurity, inflation, deindustrialisation and high rate of unemployment. The main objective of the ...

‘Political gladiators’ on Facebook in Zimbabwe: a discursive analysis of intra– Zimbabwe African National Union – PF cyber wars; Baba Jukwa versus Amai Jukwa

Abstract Social media have been hailed as liberative in contexts of political repression. In Zimbabwe, there are emergent debates on the possibilities of using Facebook to ‘democratise’ political space. But the use of Facebook to settle personal political scores or to relentlessly attack political opposition seemed to have escaped academic scrutiny. This study looks at the use of Facebook by opposing camps in Zimbabwe’s July 2013 election to attack each other, as well as the challenges ...

The Uptake Of Converged Newsroom Platforms In Zimbabwe. Case Study Of Media Centre From 2016 To Date

Abstract The study explored the uptake of converged newsroom platforms in Zimbabwe focusing on Media Centre from 2016 to date. The study aimed to explore the uptake of a converged newsroom platforms in Zimbabwe focusing on Media Centre from 2016 up to date; determine how converged newsroom platforms enhance democracy and free circulation of news across the globe; and establish how converged newsroom platforms lead to multitasking while enforcing professionalism. The study was qualitative in n...

The Contestations On The State Of Journalism In Zimbabwe Between Old School And Contemporary Journalists In Zimbabwe

Abstract This study explores “old” school and contemporary journalist‟s perceptions on the state of journalism in Zimbabwe. It interrogates the discourses around this emotive issue with a view to teasing out the biases and absences therein and how each group tries to legitimise itself at the expense of the other. The study is informed by van Dijk‟s ideological square. In addition to the theory, the study utilised findings from numerous studies that spoke of declining standards on the ...

The Future Of School Hostels In Namibia: Developing A More Costeffective System For The Future

ABSTRACT The study aims at examining the major factors and causes of the high expenditure in the management of hostels. It became clear through the research that government expenditure towards hostels is enormous and unsustainable, warranting a critical review. The key findings of the study revealed food provision, personnel and utilities as the major cost drivers. Other factors that contribute to high cost include lack of proper monitoring and control units as well as poor financial control ...

Work-Family-Conflict And Family-Work-Conflict As Correlates Of Job Performance Among Working Mothers: Implications For Industrial Social Workers

ABSTRACT There has been an increased concern over the inter-role conflict that employees are experiencing as they try to balance the demands of work and family roles since these conflicts could result in negative consequences like poor job performance. Therefore, this study looks at the correlation between work-family-conflict, family-work-conflict and job performance of working mothers. The descriptive survey research design was used for the study. The population of the study comprised all w...

Substance Use Among Students of A Second Cycle Institution in Accra

ABSTRACT  Background: Adolescent substance use is the largest preventable and most costly public health problem facing mankind today. There is evidence that students start using psychoactive substances at earlier ages than in the past. This study sought to explore substances commonly used by students of Holy Trinity Cathedral Senior High School in the Greater Accra region of Ghana. Methods: This was a cross-sectional descriptive study that employed both qualitative and quantitative approache...

Acceptability And Use of Water Filters in Two Rural Communities SHAI-Osudoku District of Ghana

ABSTRACT Household water treatment can improve water and make it safe for drinking and may prevent diarrhoea diseases. The acceptability of an intervention is an important condition for its successful implementation. To study the acceptability and use of water filters in the study area, the study was designed to address the following objectives: a) to assess the sources of drinking water in the two communities. b) to assess the knowledge of the people on water filter and its usefulness c) to...

Exploring Drivers of Occupational Choice Among Women in The Accra Metropolis

ABSTRACT This study aimed at examining the factors that contribute to the educational attainment of women in the Accra metropolis, their level of educational attainment and their resulting occupation. The study employed a qualitative design, and a sample size of fourteen (14) women was selected randomly from ten (10) categories of occupation within the Accra metropolis. Face to face interviews were conducted with these women with the aid of an interview guide and life histories as research i...

Knowledge And Barriers to The Use of Contraceptions Among in-school Adolescents in Adaklu District

ABSTRACT Background: Non-use of contraceptive have received a global recognition, but despite the danger of an unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted disease adolescent rarely use contraceptives. Promoting contraceptive use among adolescent has become a major challenge even though it has proven to reduce maternal and child mortality, teenage pregnancy and STDs. In spite of it, enormous benefit contraceptive uptake among adolescent still remains low. Objective: The main objective of the ...

Knowledge of Sexually Transmitted Infection And its Association With The Reproductive Health Behaviour of Adolescents at AMASAMAN Senior Technical High School

ABSTRACT Background: Sexually Transmitted Infections are a burden among adolescents. Records from the Adolescent Friendly Reproductive Health Services in Ga West Municipal Health Directorate revealed that there were 302 STI reported cases among adolescents from January 2014 to September 2017 within the Municipality. It was however not established what adolescents knew about STIs except for those who reported to the facility. This study therefore assessed the knowledge level, sources and avai...


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