ABSTRACT This study ventures into the right to inclusive education for children with visual impairments in primary schools of Zimbabwe. This will be done to establish whether or not Zimbabwe is in conformity with the international standards set by the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) to which Zimbabwe is a party. The study explores the international and regional frameworks on the right to education. The study further explores the national framework of Zimbabwe on ...
ABSTRACT The debate around the relationship between the International Criminal Court and African states has gained more prominence over the past decade, especially in light of the ever increasing atrocities not only on the African continent itself but around the globe as amply demonstrated on the increasing cost of civilian life in Georgia Syria and Gaza just to mention a few. Unfortunately, the debate has only been largely centred around two clear and entrenched positions, that is the Court...
Abstract Strike action commonly referred to as “strike” occupies a central position in labour relations in that it seeks to strengthen the bargaining power of employees than would otherwise be the case if it were a matter of each employee facing the employer on their own. In other words, strike action is concerned with the need to bring about equilibrium in industrial relations between two competing interests; labour and capital1 . Strike action refers to the collective and concerted with...
ABSTRACT This dissertation explores the legal regulation of children recruitment and participation in armed conflict under international humanitarian law (IHL), addressing how IHL protects children aged between 15 and 18 years. It assesses whether IHL has done so in a manner which proffers adequate legal protection such that there is no need for other branches found international law to chip in to close gaps or weaknesses. This dissertation interrogates the IHL regime as well as other discou...
Abstract INTRODUCTION Gender equality is a fundamental principle of the democracy1 . Zimbabwe has a dual legal system2 in which the general law and customary law are applicable in inheritance and succession matters3 . The inheritance pattern is determined by the marriage regime whether one is married under customary law or general law4 . Intestate inheritance under the general law is governed by Section 3(A) of the Deceased Estates Succession Act5 , which provides for the surviving spouse a...
TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1: ............................................................................................................................................. 1 An outline of the study. ......................................................................................................................... 1 1.1 Introduction: ............................................................................................................................... 1 1.2 Background of the study...
Abstract Economists have long recognized that the transfer of technology (TT) is at the heart of the process of economic growth.1 As such, they argue that the progress of both developed and developing countries depends on the extent and efficiency of such transfer.2 TT itself is a mechanism for the shifting of information across borders and its effective diffusion into recipient economies. This can include the technology itself, trade terms and intellectual property rights, and policies of te...
ABSTRACT The crux of the study is the analysis of whether devolution of governmental powers can be used as a mechanism to achieve the realisation of the right to development in Zimbabwe. The study brings devolution into context analysing what devolution entails. An evaluation of the right to development and its fundamental principles such as transparency is also undertaken in order to examine the point of harmony of the two principles of devolution and the right to development. The study furt...
Abstract This research project sought to examine the linkages between leadership, culture and organisational effectiveness at Mobile Telecommunications Limited (MTC Namibia). The study's aim was to identify and investigate the factors that lead to any perceives or real challenges related to leadership, organisational culture and change. The study found that despite initial challenges faced by management and dissatisfaction raised with regard to the organisational change process, the majority ...
Abstract A strategic plan is a management tool that is used to transform organizational objectives into actions. Public Service managers have a responsibility to ensure that strategic plans are developed to stir the organization in the desired direction. However, crafting the best strategy is not the end in itself but the ultimate result will only be realized once the plan is successfully implemented, hence the need for effective communication during strategy formulation and implementation. T...
ABSTRACT The concept of devolution has gained considerable currency in contemporary good governance discourse. Devolution of powers to localized political and administrative units of the State is a means to achieve development, a tool for democracy and a means to achieve good governance. This dissertation interrogates the procedure for the suspension and removal of councilors from office in Zimbabwe and its impact on devolution and independence of the local authorities. A critical comparative...
vi TABLE OF CONTENTS APPROVAL FORM i DECLARATION ii DEDICATION iii ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS iv ABBREVIATIONS v CHAPTER ONE 1 1.1 Introduction 1 1.2 Background of the Study 1 1.3 Problem Statement 4 1.5 Research Method 5 1.6 Delimitations of Study 5 1.7 Significance of Study 6 Chapter Synopsis 6 CHAPTER TWO 7 INTERNATIONAL, REGIONAL AND SUB-REGIONAL FRAMEWORK ON PUBLIC DEBT MANAGEMENT PRINCIPLES IN CENTRAL BANKING 7 2.1 Introduction 7 2.2 Definition of PDM 7 2.3 Historical Development of PDM in Centra...
ABSTRACT The position of the woman and the girl child has for a long time been uncertain in Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe has ratified the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women (CEDAW) IN 19911 and the Convention on the rights of the Child (CRC) as well as the regional counterparts of these instruments. In 2013, the nation adopted a Constitution Amendment (No.20) Act 2013 (the Constitution), which makes specific mention of women‟s rights and children‟s rights2. S...
ABSTRACT This research sought to establish whether the referral system under the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court is fulfilling the international community‟s quest to end impunity under international criminal law. The research provides a critical analysis of the referral system looking at its application in reality by the various actors so empowered to implement it. It is the argument of this research that the referral system has been hijacked by selective justice, revenge, ...
Abstract The study sought to analyse the role of POTRAZ in the regulation of telecommunications regulations vis-à-vis international best practices. Telecommunications play a pivotal role in a modern society which is characterized by new technological advancements on a daily basis. It is also a major contributor in economic development especially in Zimbabwe thus there is need to ensure that the regulatory authority complies with international requirements so as to aid economic development an...