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Conflicts Of Living In Two Worlds As Portrayed By Obi In No Longer At Ease And Farai In Chairman Of Fools

ABSTRACT This thesis investigated the inner- and interpersonal conflicts caused by living in two different geographical worlds, as well as two different metaphysical worlds as manifested mainly by Obi in No longer at ease but also in Farai in Chairman of fools. The purpose of the study was to explore how African authors depict characters that are affected by these aforementioned conflicting worlds. In addition, the study aimed to examine the way in which two different African authors from two...

An Investigation Of Breach Of Discipline In The Namibia Defence Force

ABSTRACT Discipline is vital for the existence of every organisation, and more importantly, it is the lifeline of a defence force. The NDF is entrusted with the mandate to guarantee the security and safeguard the territorial integrity of Namibia and its national interests. Such a mandate can only be executed by a well disciplined Force. The discipline of NDF members has been reported deteriorating, thus having the potential to compromise the ability of the Force to carryout its mandate. Also,...

Classroom Management Strategies Employed By Novice Teachers In Secondary Schools In The Oshana Region In Namibia

ABSTRACT This study sought to investigate the classroom management strategies employed by novice teachers in Oshana Educational Region to ensure classroom discipline. The study was informed by the following major questions: (a) What are the views and background knowledge of novice teachers in Oshana Educational Region with regard to classroom management strategies? (b) What challenges are faced by novice teachers in Oshana Educational Region when managing learners in their classrooms? (c) Wha...

CHALLENGES TO UNITED NATIONS EFFORTS TOWARDS ENSURING INTERNATIONAL PEACE AND SECURITY IN THE POST-COLD WAR ERA

Abstract: Subsequent  to  the  dissolution  of  the  Soviet  Union  on  26  December  1991,  the  cold  war  era were  terminated. This  ushered  the  world  into  the  post-cold  war  era.  The  post-cold  cold  war  era  saw  the  period  of  rapid advancement  in  science  and  technology.  New  security  challenges  began  to  emerge.  Despite  the  United Nations  changing  strategy  to  meet  up  with  the  new  peace  and  secur...

An Analysis Of Shakespeare’s Use Of Rhetoric In The Kings’ Speeches In King Henry Iv Part Ii And Henry V

Abstract This thesis is an analysis of Shakespeare’s use of rhetoric in the kings’ speeches in King Henry IV Part II and Henry V. The main aim of the study was to analyse Shakespeare’s use of rhetorical devices and their purpose in selected kings’ speeches appearing in King Henry IV Part II and Henry V. This study is based on selected extracts of speeches from the two plays. The speeches were analysed using the rhetorical analysis theory to unravel the use of rhetorical techniques and...

An Investigation Of The Impact Of Social Media As An Effective Communication Tool In Namibia: A Case Study Of The Affirmative Repositioning Movement (Arm)

ABSTRACT The study assesses the impact of social media, as a communication tool, its efficacy and the paradigm change it has brought to the communication process in Namibia. Using a qualitative method in the form of a case study, the researcher focuses on Namibia‟s socio-political movement, the Affirmative Repositioning Movement (ARM) to predict the impact of social media in Namibia, particularly Facebook. ARM is a youth driven movement which put immense pressure on the Government of Namibi...

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 ...

The Necessity Of The Second Phase Of Evangelization Among Vambunza In The Bunya Area Of The Northeastern Parts Of Namibia

TABLE OF CONTENTS ......................................... PAGE NR Abstract ................................................................................. i Acknowledgements ............................................................ iii Declaration .......................................................................... iv Copyright statement ........................................................... v Dedication ..........................................................................

Challenges Of Speaking English By Zanzibar Government Secondary School Students: A Case Study Of Wete District

ABSTRACT The study has concentrated in investigation of challenges of speaking English to Zanzibar secondary school students in Wete district in Pemba Island, with the following specific objectives: To identify and describe the kind of challenges facing students on speaking English language, to identify and explain causes facing students towards poor English speaking, finally, to assess the strategies which would be employed for helping students to speak English language fluently. The study h...

Language And Media: A Case Of Lexical Features Of Masoud Kipanya’s Cartoons In Meaning Presentation

ABSTRACT This study sought to investigate the lexical features of Masoud Kipanya‟s cartoons in meaning presentation. Specifically the study aimed at; analyzing the nature of lexical features used in Masoud Kipanya‟s cartoons; explaining the semantic features of those lexical features; and examining how those lexical features in Masoud Kipanya‟s cartoons facilitated in presenting meaning. The study adopted a qualitative research approach. The sample size of this study was one hundred and...

Domestication In Marama Bean (Tylosema Esculentum): Agronomy, Phenotypic And Molecular Characterization For Its Improvement

Abstract Marama bean [Tylosema esculentum (Burchell) Schreiber] belongs to the family Fabaceae and is a candidate for domestication in arid zones. It is indigenous to the Kalahari regions of Southern Africa thriving in low nutrient and low moisture soils. Marama bean seeds exhibit high oil (up to 48%) and protein (up to 42%) content comparable to peanut and soybean respectively. The main purpose of this study was to determine the usefulness of previously developed microsatellite markers in di...

The Role Of The Police Force In Combating Threats Of Terrorism: A Case Study Of Tanzania Police Force

ABSTRACT This study was conducted at the Tanzania Police Force Headquarters in Dar es Salaam. The objective of the study was to examine the role of the Police Force in combating threats of terrorism in Tanzania. Primary and secondary data were collected using quantitative and qualitative techniques. Specific objectives included providing an overview of the state of terrorism in Tanzania, Examining existing international collaboration with TPF in combating threats of terrorism and finally to d...

Role Of The World Food Programme In Promoting Access To Primary Education In Monduli District, Tanzania

ABSTRACT This study has focused on examining the role of International Organizations in promoting access to primary education in Tanzania using World Food Programme in Monduli-Arusha. The study has been undertaken in Monduli District, Arusha region. The sample involved a total of 100 respondents who filled in the questionnaires. This sample has been derived through the application of purposive and random sampling methods. All of the aforementioned methods have been used to collect information...

A Conceptual Framework for QoE Measurement and Management in Networked Systems

ABSTRACT Network management of real time applications demands a new approach for an effective service quality provision. The traditional approach of network management based on Quality of Service (QoS) parameters like jitter, throughput, delay and loss cannot give enough details of how user quality demands. Therefore network management approach must start from user’s point of view to the network side. This kind of approach is called a user-centric network management approach which ensures t...

Usawiri Wa Mwanamke Katika Muziki Wa Nyimbo Za Dansi: Mifano Kutoka Katika Nyimbo Za Mbaraka Mwinshehe

IKISIRI Utafiti huu ulijadili kuhusu Taswira ya mwanamke katika Muziki wa Nyimbo za Dansi teule za Mbaraka Mwinshehe. Tatizo lililojenga utafiti huu ni kutokana na hali ya kila siku iliyopo kwa wasanii wa muziki wa nyimbo za dansi, wakiwemo wanaume, kumkweza mwanaume kinafasi na kimajukumu na kumtweza mwanamke. Utafiti ulitumia mbinu ya maktabani kwa kuchunguza kazi mbalimbali zilizoandikwa kuhusu usawiri wa mwanamke na mgawanyo wa majukumu kijinsia. Pia, nyimbo teule za Mbaraka Mwinshehe zim...


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