Development Studies Research Papers/Topics

The Effects Of Artisanal Small-Scale Gold Mining On The Environment: The Case Of Ward 25 (Chisina 3) Gokwe South District

Abstract The main aim of this research is to examine how artisanal small-scale gold mining undermines the environment which in the long run affect the livelihoods of the future generations in ward 25 (Chisina 3) in Gokwe south district. In Particular 10 operational mines 5 being Legal (registered) and 5 illegal (not registered) were under study. Qualitative research methodology was used in gathering relevant information from the respondents; this was done through the use of data gathering in...

Assessing The Effectiveness of Rural Women Small Holder Farmers’ Adaptation to Climate Change And Variability. A case study of chayamiti in chimanimani

Abstract The purpose of this research was to examine the effectiveness of the adaptation strategies employed by women smallholder farmers in the face of climate change and variability using Chayamiti as the case study. The study aimed at exploring the effectiveness of adaptation strategies employed by Chayamiti women farmers paying particular attention to climate sensitive livelihoods such as agriculture, food security and health sector that are most likely to be affected by the violent proj...

Monitoring and evaluation in program and project management in zimbabwe. A case study of the women’s development fund in harare metropolitan province 2010-2014

ABSTRACT  States are required to conform to stringent project and program reporting requirements in order to satisfy the wide range of stakeholders. Project and program monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems, frequently a requirement for funding, are believed to inform the reporting process. The role of the state has evolved over the past years and it is readily apparent that good governance has progressively become key in the attainment of sustainable socioeconomic development. The demands...

The Impact Of Trade In Secondhand Clothes On The Livelihoods Of Women In Zvishavane

ABSTRACT The study took a micro-level approach to examine how trade in secondhand clothes has impacted the household livelihood of women in Zimbabwe with particular attention to Zvishavane town. A qualitative research design was used to gather and analyze data. Structured questionnaires and interviews were the main methods used to collect data from the sampled/selected twenty respondents. Information was also gathered through reviewing the already existing literature from journals and the in...

The Growth of Informal Sector And Urban Management Challenges. The Case of zengeza 4 in chitungwiza.

ABSTRACT The purpose of this research was to examine the growth of informal sector and how it has several impacts on urban management in Chitungwiza Zengeza 4 which led to challenges on resources such as water, housing, sewer system and waste management, affecting development according to (the basic needs approach) hence challenges on the deliverance of the local authority and affecting the nation at large. Particular attention is on when and how the informal sector rose in Chitungwiza, the ...

The Sustainability Of Coping Strategies Adopted By People Living In Dry Land Areas Of Chivi North Ward 4

ABSTRACT Drought is the major climatic condition that has been faced by people in dry lands .The aim of the study was to find out what people in dry lands of Chivi do in response to recurrent droughts that they face day to day as well as to investigate into the sustainability of the coping strategies adopted. From the interviews, questionnaires and observations that were used in the acquisition of data, the study discovered that eradication of drought vulnerability in Chivi remain an elusive...

The Role Of Local Authorities In Mitigating The Effects Of Climate Change: A Case Of Chikomba Rural District Council

ABSTRACT The climate change issue has become a topical issue at the international, national as well as the lowest echelons of the society that is in the various districts, wards and areas. The research was conducted in Chikomba district which lies in Mashonaland East Province. The people are facing a number of challenges which includes food insecurity, water scarcity and loss of livestock which has become a major issue of concern. The main worry is that the effects are falling on people with...

The Effects of Development Induced Relocation on Livelihoods: The Case of People Moved From Chiadzwa to Arda transau.

ABSTRACT This study was aimed to analyze the effects of development-induced relocation on livelihoods; the case of people moved from Chiadzwa in the Marange area to Arda Transau in Odzi. The general objective of the study was to assess the effects of development projects on the livelihood of local communities. A sample of forty -four households relocated by Marange Resource mining company representing those who were relocated by the five other mining companies at Chiadzwa was selected using ...

An Assessment Of The Role Played By The Child Protection System In Protecting Children’s Rights: A Case Of Bulawayo Urban 2004 – 2014

ABSTRACT The purpose of the study is to assess the role played by the Child Protection System (CPS) in protecting children‟s rights in Bulawayo urban. The research will explore the impact of the CPS in protecting children‟s rights in the area of study. The research will pay particular attention to children‟s right to name and nationality, education, health, protection from child labour and protection from abuse and exploitation. This is mainly because these are the issues that need mor...

An Evaluation of The Cash Aid Strategy by Action Aid in Promoting Food Security. The Case of Ruwangwe Ward 4, nyanga district.

ABSTRACT It is no longer a secret that food insecurity is a global virus. Due to shortages of nutritious and safe food millions of people have been driven into graves. Malnutrition and the rise of diseases have not spared the ones left behind. Initially food aid was seen as the best solution by the developed countries but the prevalence of conflicts in recipient countries and the nature of foreign aid threw the dream of having a food secure world into the dungeons. Governments tried but to p...

Towards Green Energy Societies; Prospects And Challenges of Solar Energy Driven Development in Zimbabwe.

ABSTRACT Solar energy is gaining momentum because of myriad challenges the world is facing as a result of climate change. Globally various efforts have been muted to ameliorate the effects of climate change among them, the ongoing international engagements under the banner of United Nation Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Various outcomes of these engagements include among other outcomes, the embrace of renewable energy to both address the bedeviling energy challenges and to ...

An Evaluation of The Effectiveness of Disaster Management Practices in Industries : The Case of zimasco pvt ltd Company in kwekwe.

Abstract. The study aimed at analyzing the effectiveness of disaster management practices in industries with specific reference to Zimasco Pvt Limited Company. The researcher used qualitative design and used questioners, FGD, interviews and observations as primary methods of collecting data. The study was drawn out of a sample size of 55 respondents and these were able to provide adequate information for the smooth ongoing of the study. This clearly demonstrated how Zimasco Pvt Limited Compa...

Rehabilitation Strategies For Survivors Of Gender Based Violence: A Case Of Musasa Harare Shelter

ABSTRACT The researcher sought to study the rehabilitation strategies used by Musasa to assist survivors of Gender Based Violence. The research was enriched with a couple of theories, relevant literature by other authors and previous studies that supported the research. The survivors were sampled using the random sampling method. The researcher used the method to pick on whoever wanted to be interviewed because the research is sensitive and therefore the researcher had to be considerate .In ...

Effects of Gold Panning on Communities: A Case Study of Shurugwi District, year 2000-2013.

Abstract This research sought to investigate the problems associated with gold panning among nonpanning rural, urban communities and also the gold panners of Shurugwi district. Although there are many potential socio-economic benefits of gold panning, there are numerous negative impacts from these small and inefficient panning operations as a result of wasteful extraction and processing techniques. The panning operations were found to be worsening social and environmental impacts of non-pann...

Impact Of Non Govenmenatal Organisations (Ngos) In Promoting Gender Equality: A Case Of Destiny For Women And Youth Empowerment Trust (Dweyt), Harare

ABSTRACT The study focuses on the impact of NGOs in promoting gender equality based on the Case Study of DWEYT an organization that operates in Budiriro. Gender equality is the view that everyone should receive same treatment and not to be discriminated against based on their gender. The study is examining and exhibiting whether DWEYT operations was a panacea to gender inequities in Budiriro.The study also looks at the nature of DWEYT‟s operations and projects carried out in Budiriro as a ...


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