IAHRW International Journal of Social Sciences Review
Sebastian Ouseph and Richard Gonzales 1493-1501 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23470393 Sebastian Ouseph and Richard Gonzales (The Graduate School, University of Santo Tomas Manila, Philippines) The current study focused on developing and testing the Mindfulness-Based Couples Relationship Management Program (MCRMP) for young married couples in Kerala, India, experiencing marital distress and low marital adjustment. The program was developed using Conklin’s systematic program development model … |
Clever Ndebele and Anthony Kambi Masha 1502-1509 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23470603 Clever Ndebele1 and Anthony Kambi Masha2 (Faculty of Educational Sciences, Walter Sisulu University, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa1 and Faculty of Management and Public Administration Sciences, Walter Sisulu University, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa2) This study investigated whether a staff development project (the merSETA Project) at a higher education institution in a rural … |
Muhammad Hoque 1510-1514 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23470699 Muhammad Hoque (Department of Public Health, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, South Africa) One of the important determinants of health access is transport, especially in developing nations. Transport costs and time spent accessing healthcare facilities remains a challenge in South Africa. The aim of the study was to investigate transport costs, time spent … |
Moitsadi Zitha 1515-1524 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23472083 Moitsadi Zitha (Department Criminology & Security Science, University of South Africa, South Africa) This study examined the application of Hirschi’s Social Bonding Theory to adult incarcerated offenders in four Gauteng Correctional Centres, South Africa. The theory identifies four primary elements, attachment, commitment, involvement and belief, that deter individuals from engaging in criminal behaviour. … |
Neha Bibi Petersen, Boitumelo Makhubele, and Fumani Donald Mabasa 1525-1534 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23472461 Neha Bibi Petersen, Boitumelo Makhubele, and Fumani Donald Mabasa (Department of Industrial Psychology and People Management, University of Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South Africa) This study aimed to explore the perceptions of the usefulness of people-related metrics, commonly referred to as Human Resource (HR) metrics, in enhancing the effectiveness of Human Resource Business Partnering (HRBP) … Continue reading "The Role of Human Resource Metrics in Human Resource Business Partnering" |
Dolly Nyaguthii Wanjau, Alina M Moloi, and Julia Sibanda 1535-1540 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23472672 Dolly Nyaguthii Wanjau, Alina M Moloi, and Julia Sibanda (Department of Accounting, Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria, South Africa) Technological advancements have created opportunities for use of digital tools in supporting student learning. Whilst there is increased integration of digital tools in higher education, there is also an underlying assumption that students have … |
Nokonwaba Zandile Mnguni 1541-1549 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23473231 Nokonwaba Zandile Mnguni (Department of Criminology and Security Science, University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa) South Africa’s constitutional framework is committed to the principles of human dignity, equality and social justice. However, incarcerated women in South Africa continue to experience correctional systems and practices that do not adequately address their specific gender … |
Avhakholwi Maroge, Goitsemodimo Molocwa, and Khutso Maela 1550-1556 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23473367 Avhakholwi Maroge1, Goitsemodimo Molocwa2, and Khutso Maela3 (Extended Curriculum Programme, University of Venda, South Africa1,2 and Department of Public Administration, University of Venda, South Africa3) The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) plays a crucial role in the fight against corruption, serving to uphold constitutional democracy in South Africa. The study adopted a qualitative research … |
Bopape MA 1557-1563 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23473592 Bopape MA (Department of Public Administration and Management, University of South Africa, South Africa) Artificial Intelligence in higher education has been revolutionizing the South African education landscape; its impact is increasingly noticeable in administrative functions such as admission, assessment, and resource management. Yet the acceptance of technology has outpaced the development of regulatory … |
TC Tebele-Mosia and CI Tshoose 1564-1571 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23473867 TC Tebele-Mosia1 and CI Tshoose2 (School of Law, Walter Sisulu University, University of Limpopo, South Africa1 and Department of Mercantile and Labour Law, University of Limpopo, South Africa2) Customary law remains a vital normative system for millions of indigenous South Africans, yet post-apartheid labour law has largely failed to give it meaningful expression. … |
California Mohale and Mocheudi Martinus Selepe 1572-1579 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23474139 California Mohale and Mocheudi Martinus Selepe (Department of Public Administration, University of Limpopo, South Africa) The government’s implementation of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to improve public administration and increase service accessibility has shifted from a concept to a tangible reality. The main objective of this study is to analyse how e-government initiatives … |
Collins Kipkoech Togom, Mary Mogute, and Eric Blanco Niyitunga 1580-1583 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23474384 Collins Kipkoech Togom1, Mary Mogute2, and Eric Blanco Niyitunga3 (Institute of Policy and Development Studies, Daystar University, Kenya1, Institute of Policy and Development Studies, Kenya2, and Department of Development Studies, Daystar University, Kenya3) Faith-Based Organizations are critical to Kenya’s socio-economic progress, yet their solid contribution to Results-Based Management (RBM) is poorly understood. This … |
Karabo Mokganya, John Ntsaupe Molepo, Hlengiwe Khoza, and Lechaba Mathibela 1584-1587 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23474838 Karabo Mokganya, John Ntsaupe Molepo, Hlengiwe Khoza, and Lechaba Mathibela (Department of Public Affairs, Faculty of Humanities, Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria, South Africa) As we all witness the ongoing media coverage of corruption scandals in South Africa and other African countries, there is indeed and increase sense of anxiety among the public … |
Jeremiah Madzimure 1588-1596 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23475163 Jeremiah Madzimure (Department of Finance & Information Management, Durban University of Technology, South Africa) The main aim of this research study was to investigate students’ evaluation of tutorial support services at a university in South Africa. The research study was a qualitative analysis. The researcher used three different data sources for the purpose … Continue reading "Students’ Reflections of Tutorial Support Services at a South African University" |
Mahlatse Lucky Mocheki and Nhlayisi Cedrick Baloyi 1597-1604 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23475486 Mahlatse Lucky Mocheki and Nhlayisi Cedrick Baloyi (Department of Communication, Media and Information Studies, University of Limpopo, South Africa) Broadcasting digital migration is intended to improve spectrum efficiency, expand broadcasting services, and enhance content quality and audience choice. In South Africa, however, its implementation has been characterised by persistent policy uncertainty, governance challenges, … |
PW Mabitsela, KC Khotsa, and MM Selepe 1605-1610 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23499348 PW Mabitsela1, KC Khotsa2, and MM Selepe3 (Department of Public Administration and Management, University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa1,2 and Department of Public Administration, University of Limpopo, South Africa3) The study examines the impact of the new legislative frameworks on election proceedings in South Africa. The main objective of the study is … |
Malatji T L and Ngozo N 1611-1617 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23499210 Malatji T L and Ngozo N (Department of Public Administration, University of Limpopo, South Africa) China has been the most successful developing country in the modern era of globalization and remains Africa’s largest trading partner, largely thanks to the One Belt One Road (OBOR) strategy and the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC). China’s … |
MS Malemela and MM Selepe 1618-1626 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23498551 MS Malemela1 and MM Selepe2 (Department of Public Administration, University of Limpopo, South Africa1 and Department of Public Management, University of Limpopo, South Africa2) The study explores informal trading as a livelihood strategy during the pre- and post-COVID-19 outbreak era. The main objective of the study is to evaluate the livelihood strategies of … |
California Mohale 1627-1635 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23498059 California Mohale (Department of Public Administration, University of Limpopo, South Africa) Government entities, including those at the local level, have been striving to transform public administration processes to adapt to an ever-changing environment to meet citizens’ needs. This transformational objective within the local public sector environment, facilitated by Communication Technology, revolutionised municipal service … |
Rosinah Modikoa Pillay, Khensani Richard Chauke, and Xolani Thusi 1636-1640 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23497757 Rosinah Modikoa Pillay, Khensani Richard Chauke, and Xolani Thusi (Department of Public Administration, University of Limpopo, South Africa) This study addresses Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) and the implementation of the Integrated Rapid Public Transport System (IRPTS) in South Africa, assessing the interplay among infrastructure investments, BRT, IRPTS changes, and stakeholder engagement with transport governance … |
Ramukumba, Takalani, Setokoe Tshepiso Jonathan, and Crowther, Dalene 1641-1647 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23496830 Ramukumba, Takalani1, Setokoe Tshepiso Jonathan2, and Crowther, Dalene3 (Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management, Faculty of Management and Public Management Sciences, Walter Sisulu University, Butterworth, South Africa1, Department of Hospitality Management, Faculty of Management Sciences, Central University of Technology Bloemfontein, South Africa2, and Department of Hospitality Management, Faculty of Management Sciences, Central University … |
Poonam, Manoj Siwach, Surender Ahlawat, and Abhey Singh 1648-1654 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23496465 Poonam, Manoj Siwach, Surender Ahlawat, and Abhey Singh (Department of Economics, Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa, Haryana) The present study focuses on assessing the sustainability of agricultural production systems by comparing organic and conventional farming practices in Haryana. The study used both primary and secondary data. The Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) provided data … |
S. JaySree and N. Annalakshmi 1655-1660 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23496276 S. JaySree and N. Annalakshmi (Department of Psychology, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu) Workplace incivility has become a major source of psychosocial stress in modern organizations as it negatively affects employee wellbeing and organization functioning. While workplace incivility is generally described as minor acts of rudeness like disrespect, exclusion, interruption, and dismissive communication, … |
Anubha Srivastava 1661-1669 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23496125 Anubha Srivastava (Department of Psychology, Shri Agrasen Mahila Mahavidyalaya, Azamgarh, Uttar Pradesh) Schizophrenia is a chronic and severe mental disorder involving distortions in thinking, perceiving, feeling, and behavior that have lasting negative effects on a person’s cognitive, social, and emotional functioning. Projective techniques, particularly the Rorschach Inkblot test offer valuable empirical information regarding … |
Soham Sarma and Argha Nath Bhattacharyya 1670-1675 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.23495665 Soham Sarma1 and Argha Nath Bhattacharyya2 (Department of Psychology, Sister Nivedita University, West Bengal1 and Department of Statistics, Sister Nivedita University, West Bengal2) Although there is a close relationship between loneliness and obsessive-compulsive symptomatology in young people, the relationship has only been investigated in a few Western clinical samples, and scarcely in the … |