ABSTRACT The focus of this research was on exploring the role of the PMTCT Programme in the reduction of the infant mortality rate with particular reference to Chitungwiza in Zimbabwe. HIV/AIDS is a global concern that calls for utmost attention from development practitioners. Mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV is the most common route of infection in paediatric HIV acquisition. It contributes more than 90% of paediatric HIV infections. Widespread ignorance of the PMTCT Programme has ...
ABSTRACT This research sought to analyze the impact of textile industry closure it has on livelihoods looking at indicators such as access to income, quality of education, health care and standard of living. Particular attention was paid on how former workers and their immediate family members have been affected by the closure of textile industry and what coping strategies they have employed. The researcher’s case study is Merlin Textile Limited situated in Belmont Industrial Area in Bulawa...
ABSTRACT The thrust of this study was to examine the effects of climate change on women in Guruve district ward 20. Purposive sampling under qualitative research was used to collect data from the targeted population which was women, Agricultural extension officers, the village head and the general populace. Interviews, focused group discussions and observations were the instruments used to collect the data. The researcher found out that climate change has disproportionately affected people in...
ABSTRACT The main focus of this research study was exploring gendered perceptions and attitudes towards voting in Gweru Urban. The main objectives of the study were to firstly to find out the views of men and women with regards to the process of voter registration in Gweru Urban. Secondly, the study sought to unravel the perception and attitudes of men and women towards voting and its relevance in Gweru Urban. Its last objective was to explore the push factors behind voting for men and women ...
Abstract The major objective of this study was to assess the effectiveness of sexual reproductive health and rights services among adolescents. The study used wards 5 urban and 24 rural of Shurugwi district as case study and a sample size of 60 respondents was used. Adolescents in secondary schools and out of schools together with service providers, respondents provided rich pooled data that informed the study findings. The researcher employed the qualitative research approach in the study. ...
Abstract The prevalence of contract farming in the cotton industry of Zimbabwe implies that it has become the dominant marketing system. Even the independently produced cotton is eventually sold to the contracting cotton companies owing to enacted regulations which compel all prospective cotton buyers to finance production through contract farming to be licensed to purchase seed cotton from farmers. However, the prevailing seed cotton marketing system is riddled with challenges characterise...
ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to establish the extent to which Information Communication Technology (ICT) is being embraced by the elderly teachers and school administrators in rural secondary schools in Gokwe South District. The review of literature indicated that central to the embracing of ICT in rural secondary schools are aspects such as, ICT literacy among teachers and administrators, attitude of the elderly teachers, infrastructural developments and community involvement. Des...
ABSTRACT Human trafficking is considered to be modern day slavery. Zimbabwe continuously seeks to strengthen its fight against this crime, latest with the Trafficking in Persons act of 2014 and the National Action Plan against human trafficking. The thesis analysis and investigates the extent to which law is able to fight against human trafficking. This is done by analysing Zimbabwe‟s legal framework within the field of human trafficking, conducting interviews with experts, and looking at...
ABSTRACT Conservation agriculture has been promoted and implemented as solution to enhance crop productivity, which in turn leads to food security and as a poverty alleviation mechanism among communal farmers in Zimbabwe, Zaka district in particular. Primarily this research is focusing on assessing the contributions of CA towards food security in the whole of Zaka district. This research presented CA as a multifaceted solution to food insecurity problem in Zaka District. Quantitative researc...
ABSTRACT This research assesses the impact of ISALS in poverty reduction in Gokwe South by analyzing the operations, benefits and challenges of the funding methodology. The research uses methodological and data triangulation in an attempt to make an informed conclusion about ISALS as a mitigating strategy against poverty. The research goes a step further to evaluate the extent ISALs have reached the poorest. The research analyses Household Economic portfolios and loan portfolios of groups i...
ABSTRACT The study is on the Survival Strategies employed by Local NGOs (LNGO) in Gweru in the face of reduced donor-funding. This document might help Gweru LNGOs to evaluate their survival strategies. Qualitative research method has been employed through face to face and semi structured interviews as well as document analysis. 5 out of about 40 Gweru LNGOs have been selected using convenience sampling. NGO by NGO approach was used on data presentation and analysis. Findings have shown that...
Abstract Microfinance programs such as ISALs has become an imperative tool in empowering rural poor people by reducing poverty levels across the globe. The assumption is that by inculcating a culture of saving and improving their access to credit, rural poor people will be able to establish income-generating activities that is aimed at reducing poverty through enhancing agricultural productivity at all levels. Literature has shown that as a result of its affordability and accessibility, the ...
ABSTRACT This study aims to research on the use of Indigenous Knowledge Systems employed in child health care with a case study of Mutare so as to reduce child mortality. The study also discusses the leading causes of child mortality in Mutare and the factors that contribute to increased child mortality like religious beliefs and cultures that do not support visiting clinics and hospitals. It looks at how effective are these IKS in addressing child mortality which is an issue of concern in d...
ABSTRACT The research study investigates the nature of domestic violence and the reasons for the continuous increase in Gweru urban. The study focused on the lived experiences among the victims of domestic violence. Factors noted causing the increase of domestic violence are misinterpretations of equal rights and the Domestic Violence Act, the patriarchal systems, cultural norms and also the adverse economic situation in the country. It examines the effects of domestic violence on socio-econ...
ABSTRACT The indigenous forest resources formed the basis of rural people’s livelihoods since time immemorial. The importance of these indigenous forest products led to their commercialization in different parts of the world. This study focused on the impact of the commercialization of indigenous forest products on rural livelihoods in Hurungwe North. A number of indigenous forest products have been commercialized. These include a variety of products that are being sold as food, medicines...