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An assessment of student petty trading entrepreneurial activities at Midlands State University (Gweru Campus) and the impact upon their livelihoods.

ABSTRACT The aim of this research is to examine how entrepreneurship has impacted the livelihoods of students at tertiary institutions. In particular it looks at the student entrepreneurial activities at the Midlands State University (Gweru Campus). The researcher focuses on how the university has promoted entrepreneurship around the campus. She also explores the impact of student petty trading as an entrepreneurial activity on the students’ livelihoods as well as the challenges they face. ...

Analysing The Impact Of Capital Structure On Bank’s Financial Performance In Zimbabwe

ABSTRACT This research seeks to examine the impact of capital structure on bank’s financial performance in Zimbabwe. The study employed a sample size of ten banks over the period 2013-2017. In conducting this research, the researcher used a mixed approach that was both qualitative and quantitative. Data was collected through audited financial statements and interviews. Quantitative and qualitative methods of data analysis were used that was descriptive statistics, correlation, regression te...

DESSERTATION TOPIC: THE EFFECTS OF IMPLEMENTING QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (QMS) ON THE PERFORMANCE OF PARASTATALS IN ZIMBABWE- THE CASE OF ZIMBABWE POWER COMPANY (MUNYATI STATION).

ABSTRACT The key calling of any parastatal in Zimbabwe is to pursue public interests, parastatals are tasked with the duty to provide services that benefit the public in the long-term. In the 21st century Zimbabwean parastatals have been the country ‘s bane, draining the fiscus while failing to perform the functions for which there were set out to do.in 2013 the Auditor General Mildred Chiri outlined that parastatals operate in red, continuously bleeding the fiscus and in most instances fai...

The Effectiveness Of Line Extension Strategies On Brand Sales Performance (Case Of Unilever Zimbabwe Harare Branch)

ABSTRACT The study was to determine the effectiveness of line extension strategies on brand sales performance with reference to Unilever Zimbabwe Harare branch. The research was centered on Unilever‟s most recent line extensions for its Lifebuoy and Vaseline brands. The objective of the study was to establish the impact of introducing a new flavor or variant on brand sales, to determine the effectiveness of new formulation on repeat purchases and to measure the effect of new packaging on br...

The Impact Of Parental Migration On The Psychological Wellbeing Of Abolescents From Mkoba 3 High School And Budiriro B College In Mkoba Aged Between 13 And 16 Years

ABSTRACT The years 2000 to 2009 saw a lot of Zimbabweans from all walks of life experience a period of economic hardships. Many Zimbabwean parents out-migrated into neighboring countries and overseas in search of greener pastures, leaving their adolescent-children behind in their home country. The study sought to explore the impact of parental migration on the psychological well-being of adolescents at Mkoba 3 High School and Budiriro B College aged between thirteen and sixteen years with one...

An Analysis On The Impact Of Cost Cutting On Profitability: A Case Of Freight World

ABSTRACT The practical experience of work related learning motivated this research to be conducted by the researcher after some observations through the period of 2013 at attachment. The main purpose was to analyse the impact of cost cutting on profitability of Freight World. The profits of Freight World continue to fall down even after implementing cost cutting. Freight World has to establish ways and means to revive its current profit levels as they are in danger zone. Literature was revie...

The Impact Of Irrigation Farming In Transforming Livelihoods In Rural Communities. The Case Of Nyanga District, Ward 12

ABSTRACT The study examined the impact of irrigation farming in transforming rural livelihoods. The research’s case study was Nyamaropa Irrigation Scheme located in Ward 12 of Nyanga District, south east of the district. Qualitative methodology was used during the study, and two types of data gathering instruments that are questionnaires and interviews, were used to obtain a sample of one hundred irrigators, forty-nine non-irrigators and one AGRITEX officer. A total of one hundred questionn...

The Relationship Between Individual Aptitude Test Scores And Job Performance For Employees In Selected Harare Companies

ABSTRACT The purpose of this study was to test the relationship between individual aptitude tests score results and actual job performance, as measured in selected Harare companies. The rationale for the study was based on the observation that some people who do well on the job but have not necessarily passed psychometric tests, also experience has shown that candidates fail psychometric test when they have excellent reference letters from previous employers. The significance of this study wa...

The Impact Of Merchandise Assortment On Customer Retention: A Case Study Of Village Spar

ABSTRACT The study was based on the impact of merchandise assortment on customer retention, the case study being Village Spar. The researcher was inspired to carry out a study on this topic, because she saw firsthand the benefits that lay with good merchandising strategies. However environmental influences have since seen the Village Spar facing challenges that have affected assortment size. Statement of the problem is given. The objectives that were governing the study were, to find out the ...

EXPLORING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF PUBLIC POLICY IN ENHANCING SUSTAINABLE SERVICE DELIVERY BY LOCAL AUTHORITIES: THE CASE OF MUTARE RURAL DISTRICT

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The contribution of the Education Transition Fund (ETF) towards ensuring the attainment of basic Education for all in Umguza District

ABSTRACT Zimbabwe’s education system has encountered a number of challenges in the provision of basic education as one of the children rights that every state has a mandate to provide. This loophole has been highlighted by high drop out rates and low pass rates nationwide. The government of Zimbabwe after encountering an economic lapse from 2005-8 which also greatly affected the education sector, came to terms with the international donor community through UNICEF and the Eduaction Transitio...

Bridging the funding gap for national aids council

ABSTRACT The research project is about bridging the funding gap for National AIDS Council. The major objective of the study was establishment of the existence of the funding policy if in existence, how it was constituted, frequency of reviews, implementing guidelines and controls in place, its relevance in meeting new and changing needs of the organization. Research data was collected through questionnaires and interviews and was collected from directors, middle management and finance and adm...

A Developmental Appraisal Of The Midlands State University (Msu) Relocation To Zvishavane

ABSTRACT This study sought to assess the developmental impacts of MSU relocation to Zvishavane community. MSU’s relocation is derived from the idea of expansion and growth of the University to obtain quality tertiary education reaching throughout Zimbabwe, as a result of adoption of multi campus concept. The study unearthed the social, economic and environmental impacts that were brought about as a result of the relocation. Whenever a developmental activity is done, there are always negativ...

AN EXAMINATION OF THE CAUSES AND EXPERIENCES OF CROSS BORDER MIGRATION AMONG UNACCOMPANIED CHILDREN FROM ZIMBABWE: A FOCUS ON PLUMTREE 2015-2017

ABSTRACT The number of unaccompanied children who migrate across borders has been on the rise since the turn of the century. These children leave their homes in the absence of their parents and/or guardians to embark on a dangerous journey of migrating to neighboring countries, Botswana as in this case and most times without the required legal travel documents, resulting in children using undesignated crossing points which are dangerous to gain entry into Botswana. Upon deportation, some of t...

THE EFECTS OF DIAMOND MINING ON THE PEOPLE OF BOCHA.A CASE STUDY OF CHIADZWA .FROM 2009-2016.

ABSTRACT This research seeks to explore the effects of formal diamond mining on the community of Chiadzwa. The research seeks to assess the challenges and problems that the community of Chiadzwa faced from 2009-2015 which emanated from the formalized diamond mining in Chiadzwa.2009 marked a turnaround in the diamond mining spectrum ,diamond mining in Chiadzwa shifted from illegal to legal or formalized diamond were companies such as Mbada, Anjin acquired mining claims from the Ministry of Min...


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