International Journal of Business Ecosystem & Strategy (2687-2293)

2019 - 2026

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Volume 8, issue 5, 2026

Digital technology adoption and its influence on tax compliance among selected SMEs in Ibadan North West local government, Oyo State, Nigeria pp. 01-10

George Ayodele Kayode and Olajumoke O. Ogunsanya

Strategic Emergence in a VUCA Developing Economy: Building a Purpose-Driven Global Business Process Outsourcing Platform for Emerging organisations pp. 11-23

Linda Magodlyo, Emmanuel Mutambara and Makumbe William

Structural Transformation and Productivity Convergence in West Africa pp. 24-34

Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie and Emile Franc Doungmo Goufo

Entrepreneurial Orientation and Strategic Agility in VUCA Africa: Developing an Ambidextrous Strategic Emergence Model for FinTech organisations pp. 35-46

Linda Magodlyo, Makumbe William and Emmanuel Mutambara

The Mediating Role of Institutional Capacity and the Moderating Effect of Macroeconomic Instability on Devolved Rural Road Delivery: A Review of Systemic Barriers pp. 47-61

Lungile Ndhlovu, Munyaradzi Chibaro and Marian Tukuta

Exploring the Emergence and Strategic Evolution of an Emerging Fintech MicroBank in Zimbabwe Operating in a VUCA Environment pp. 62-75

Memory Feresu, Makumbe William and Emmanuel Mutambara

Capability of Career: Linking Employee Development and Perceived Growth in the Zimbabwean Workforce pp. 76-85

Andrew Kanjanda, Tebogo Molotsi and Jeremy Mitonga-Monga

Human Capital and Digitalisation in FMCG Supply Chain for Sustainable Operations: A Systematic Literature Review pp. 86-102

Dimakatso Hellen Maunye and Tshilidzi Eric Nenzhelele

Training and Development, a Strategic Tool for Service Quality Improvement in the Zambian Banking Sector: Analysis of Communication and Service Assurance pp. 103-120

Elizabeth Nyirenda, Samson Mbanje, Frank Matsane and Itai Chimuso

Relationship Between Training, Demographic Variables and Employee Motivation and Job Satisfaction: A Case of Selected Companies pp. 121-141

Matsidiso Nehemia Naong

Resilience amidst Exclusion: Overcoming Structural and Financial Barriers for Women Entrepreneurs in South Africa pp. 142-155

Meshel Muzuva and Thandile Ncwana

The Effects of SAP Implementation on Administrative Staff at a Selected South African University of Technology: Developing the ERP Lifecycle–Employee Adaptation Framework (ELEAF) pp. 156-172

Reshma Sewpersadh and Ivan Govender

The Role of Organisational Culture, Policies, and Leadership in Responding to Technology-Facilitated Gender-Based Violence in South African Schools pp. 173-184

Monument Thulani Bongani Makhanya

Bridging Skills Gaps in South African Manufacturing: Curriculum Relevance, Mentorship, and Workplace Learning in Apprenticeship Programs pp. 185-193

Suzan Nkosi, Ntsieni Fitzgerald Ramasimu and Godfrey Maake

Impact of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Practices on Corporate Financial Performance in the Mining Sector of Zimbabwe pp. 194-205

Chosani Simon and Gamuchirai Charuka

Examining the Relationship between Foreign Aid and Poverty Reduction in South Africa, 2015–2020 pp. 206-215

Molosiwa Ofentse and Thabang Motswaledi

Assessing the Perceived Effect of the Environmental Dimension of Corporate Sustainability Reporting on Performance of Quoted Firms in Zimbabwe pp. 216-229

Linda Magodlyo, Emmanuel Mutambara and Makumbe William

Assessing Financial Sustainability in South African Higher Education: A Comparative Study of HDIs and HAIs Through Ratio Analysis pp. 230-240

Calvin Mulaudzi, Arthur Reynolds and Charles Munkuli

Challenges in the Delivery of Low-Income Housing in Cape Town, South Africa: A Systematic Literature Review pp. 241-248

Khanyisa Mafika and Rozenda Frandeline Hendrickse

Behavioural Risks Associated with Internal Restructuring: Evidence from the South African Banking Industry pp. 249-261

Malillo Rantsebe, Emmanuel Mulambya and Precious Mncayi-Makhanya

Asymmetric Employment Effects of Financial Globalisation in South Africa: De Facto and De Jure Evidence pp. 262-280

Eulanda Muofhe Ramapala, Jacobus Johannes de Jongh, Prof Precious Mncayi-Makhanya and Abigail Stiglingh- Van Wyk

Mapping the Shadow Enterprise Ecosystem: A Multi-Tiered Strategic Analysis of Human Trafficking Networks and Border Vulnerabilities in the SADC Region pp. 281-294

Jacob Tseko Mofokeng

Environmental security and African indigenous knowledge systems: Towards climate resilience and sustainable natural resource governance in Africa pp. 295-310

Onuk Bulus Ojem and Phemelo Olifile Marumo

Borrowing Wisdom, Not Men: A Contemporary Interpretation of the Setswana Proverb “Monna Ke Selepe, Wa Adingwa†pp. 311-315

Goitseone Emelda Leburu and Kgashane Johannes Malesa

Do Parents Prepare their Children for Grade 10 Subject Streaming? A Case Study of Rural Schools pp. 316-324

Lebogang Steven Shirindzi and Azwidowi Aubrey Mokwebo

Building a Rural Protection Ecosystem: Traditional Leadership, Institutional Collaboration, and Gender-Based Violence in South Africa pp. 325-332

Mukundi Mugwena, Thomani Kwinda and Thizwilondi Joanbeth Madima

Implementing Nyumba Kumi Policing in Urban Kenya: Lessons from Mathare Slums: Reduce Crime Now or Change the Strategy pp. 333-344

Jedidah N. Mbindyo and Muzukhona W. Buthelezi

National Symbols as a Communication Device for Nation-Building and National Identity Formation pp. 345-353

Eyitayo Francis Adanlawo

Modeling Endemic Disease Control Under Conflict Constraints: Regional Government Capacity to Reach Populations Isolated by Warfare in Sudan pp. 354-365

Emile Franc Doungmo Goufo

Digital Transformation: a Catalyst for Institutional Efficacy in the Public Sector pp. 366-375

Takalani Nancy Mudzusi, Harry Munzhedzi and Ephraim Mahole

The Silent Scars: Exploring Psychological Impact of Gender-Based Violence Exposure on Female Nurses in South Africa pp. 376-386

Pinky Mkhabela and Phoke Alpha Rakgwata

Effects of Toxic Masculinity on Female Trading at Taxi Ranks: Cases in the Thohoyandou Vhembe District pp. 387-398

Recheal Nthangeni Mathungeni

Promoting Women and Girls’ Mental Health-seeking behaviour: Resilience and Empowerment for Women pp. 399-409

Phoke Alpha Rakgwata, Decent Munzhelele and Tumelo Sekgobela

Evaluation of the Disciplinary Code and Procedures for the Public Service of South Africa, Resolution 1 of 2003 pp. 410-418

Tshepo Tladi

Leveraging Digital Transformation Tools to Enhance Conceptual Understanding in Secondary School Mathematics: A Systematic Review of Pedagogy, Equity and Human Capital Development pp. 419-428

Thabisa Maqoqa

Optimizing ICT Governance Models for Academic Performance and Administrative Efficiency in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs): Literature Perspective pp. 429-442

Mr. Ntane J. Letsoalo, Taurai Hungwe, Tsakani Violet Ndobe and Solly Matshonisa Seeletse

Artificial Intelligence Use in Honours Research: Implications for Supervision Relationships, Knowledge Development, and Research Quality pp. 443-457

Sympathy Luyanda Mncube

A Protocol to Address Gender-Based Violence among Undergraduate Female Students in Selected South African Higher Education Institutions pp. 458-473

Mpulana Velencia Mapye, Kgashane Johannes Malesa and Goitseone Emelda Leburu

Business Studies Pre-Service Teachers' Implementation of Learner-Centred Teaching Methods During Teaching Practice pp. 474-484

Nduduzo Brian Gcabashe and Lesiba Lesley Motseta

Artificial Intelligence to Support Academic Writing: A Systematic Literature Review of English Second Language Students in Higher Education pp. 485-499

Lungile Preety Ngcobo

Integrating Tshivenda into Early Mathematics Instruction: Benefits and Challenges in Foundation Phase Schools in Vhembe District, Limpopo Province, South Africa pp. 500-514

Matodzi Sikhwari

Climate Change, Agricultural Transformation, and Cocoa Productivity in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Case Study of South Cameroon pp. 515-530

Stévie Charnelle Pindo Ndoungla and Emile Franc Doungmo Goufo

Digital Transformation and Labour Productivity in SADC: Long-Run Effects and The Limits of Human-Capital Complementarity pp. 531-543

Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie and Emile Franc Doungmo Goufo

An Investigation of the Challenges Affecting the Implementation of Renewable Energy During Loadshedding on Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises in South African Local Government pp. 544-555

Sanelise Magwaxaza, Uche Omoruyi and Xolisa Makubalo

Human Capital Development in the Digital Era: Entrepreneurship Education’s Influence on Entrepreneurial Innovation in South Africa pp. 556-565

Arvid Muzanenhamo

School Safety at a Glance: An Oversight to Health and Physical Infrastructure Neglect by Basic Education Department in Most Remote Rural Schools in South Africa pp. 566-576

Humbulani Edward Munzhelele and Decent Munzhelele

Gender Diversity in Political Representation: The Role of Women in Power, Politics, and Decision-Making in South Africa pp. 577-591

Thabelo Muthivhi, Pembelani Nemauluma and Tsireledzo Sikitha

The Role of an Economic Activation Office in Advancing Entrepreneurship within A Rural Higher Education Institution pp. 592-600

Ralivhesa Rendani Justice, Chiliya Norman and Anyway Mikioni

An Integrated Framework to Overcome Implementation Challenges for ICT SMEs Sustainability in Gauteng Province, South Africa pp. 601-612

Fulufhelo Mugivhisa and Ivan Govender

Gender Differences in Reported Ethical Attitudes, Client Pressures and Stated Professional Responses among South African Accounting and Tax Practitioners pp. 613-626

Ahmed Essop, Abdel Halabi and Tish Taylor

Extinguishment and Revocation of Abandoned Land Rights under Indonesia’s Government Regulation No. 48/2025: A Land-law Perspective pp. 627-644

B.F. Sihombing

The Institutional Ecosystem of Public Safety: Stakeholder Governance and Challenges in South Africa's Community Policing Infrastructure pp. 645-658

Tinyiku David Ngoveni, Olaotse John Kole and Jacob Tseko Mofokeng

Internal Migration and Governance in South African Municipalities: Implications for Inclusive Service Delivery and Sustainable Urban Development pp. 659-672

Buyani Nkabinde and Thandile Ncwana

The Role of Institutions in Strengthening Digital Productivity Gains in SADC pp. 673-682

Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie and Emile Franc Doungmo Goufo

Exploring the opportunistic behaviour in Public-Private Partnerships at the Department of Correctional Services, South Africa pp. 683-699

Mokgale Maboko and Dubihlela Jobo

Technology Acceptance and Consumer Attitudes toward Online Grocery Shopping: Evidence from Gauteng, South Africa pp. 700-708

Sheila Kwenda, Johan de Jager and Anton Drotsky

Digital Tools and Detective Work: Exploring Police Use of Social Media to Combat House Robberies in Edenvale pp. 709-721

Keith Ruthnam, James ojochenemi David and Angel Sekgololo Mabudusha

The Nexus between Public Sector Innovation and District Development Model: A Merger for Building a Capable Developmental State in South Africa pp. 722-733

Mzwakhe Samuel Khasodi

Service Delivery Protests Symptomatic of Government’s Failure to Implement Batho Pele Principles: Selected Cases in the South African Public Sector pp. 734-744

Zitha H.e, Khutso Delphus Maela and S.T. Matloga

Public Expenditure and Economic Growth under Institutional-Capacity Thresholds in North Africa pp. 745-754

Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie and Emile Franc Doungmo Goufo

E-Public Participation in South Africa Metropolitan Integrated Development Planning: Best Practices, Challenges and an Inclusive Implementation Framework pp. 755-768

Thandile Ncwana

Volume 8, issue 4, 2026

The Use of Digital Finance by Small and Medium Enterprises in the Ethekwini Metropolitan Area pp. 01-11

Zanele Priscilla Ngcobo and Lawrence Mpele Lekhanya

How Does Mobile Technology Adoption Drive Growth in Small-Scale Mobile Entrepreneurship? pp. 12-22

Dalisu Mhleng Mkhize and Lawrence Lekhanya

The mediating role of service quality on the relationship between emotional intelligence and non-financial performance of tourism centres in Zimbabwe pp. 23-38

Claudius Homerai, Tendai Chimucheka and Shylet Mufandaedza Masunda

Greenwashing Perceptions and Purchase Intentions: The Role of Skepticism and Confusion pp. 39-47

Surpiko Hapsoro Darpito, Hery Sutanto, Dwi Hari Laksana, Tugiyo Tugiyo and Yuli Kharimah

Resilience and Constraints: Analyzing the Characteristics and Challenges of Small-scale Farming in Wegdraai Village, South Africa pp. 48-53

Mahlodi Daniel Raphiri, Thanyani Madzivhandila and Kgalema Mashamaite

Organisational Culture as a Driver or Barrier to Organisational Change in Developing Countries: A Systematic Review pp. 54-67

Samuel Kaleke, Jeremy Mitonga Monga and Joyce Toendepi

Mediating Role of Innovation in the Relationship between Total Quality Management and Environmental Performance of Food and Beverage Manufacturing SMEs in Ghana pp. 68-83

Bernard Nyarko, Senyo Agbeblewu and Ebo Ebynah

Decent Work Perception, Job Satisfaction and Workplace Deviance Among Casual Workers in the Transport Industry pp. 84-92

Allen Mutumwa, Benard Chisiri, Collen Kajongwe and Leigh-Anne Dachapalli

The Effects of Internal Corporate Social Responsibility Practices on Employee Job Satisfaction: Evidence From Commercial Banks in Zambia pp. 93-108

Mwendalubi Karis Mataa, Samson Mbanje and Rudo Chinomona

Strategic Role of Job Embeddedness in Reducing Turnover Intention: A PLS-SEM Model of Nurses in Urban Ghanaian Healthcare Ecosystems pp. 109-120

James Abadektemi Abasimi and Albert Tchey Agbenyegah

Cultural Intelligence (CQ) as a predictor of psychological well-being in South African organisations pp. 121-134

Lucien Lezar

Spirituality-Driven Leadership and Perceived Organisational Performance in the South African Engineering Sector: A Phenomenological Study pp. 135-152

Calvin Mabaso, Joyce Toendepi and Moleboheng Teffo

The Role of Work-Life Balance and Safety & Health as Internal Corporate Social Responsibility Practices in Enhancing Job Satisfaction: Evidence from Commercial Banks in Lusaka, Zambia pp. 153-162

Samson Mbanje and Rudo Chinomona

An Analysis of the Impact of Training and Development on Service Quality in the Zambian Banking Industry, case of Indo-Zambia Bank pp. 163-180

Elizabeth Nyirenda, Samson Mbanje and Joseph Mutangadura

Empirical Analysis of Burnout, Institutional Support, and Turnover Intention Among Nurses in Ghana: Urban Perspectives pp. 181-192

James Abadektemi Abasimi and Albert Tchey Agbenyegah

Assessing Agile Methodology Adoption in South African Software Development SMEs: Empirical Insights into Advantages and Challenges pp. 193-206

Nadine Maree and Tshilidzi Nenzhelele

Towards a Next Generation of Accounting Information Systems: A Systematic Literature Review Approach pp. 207-221

Marilyn Sithole and Odette Swart

Examining the Relationship between Enterprise Risk management Practices and the Perceived Sustainability of the Emerging and Junior Mining Sector in South Africa pp. 222-232

Crossman Mayavo

Cognition–Structure Alignment in South African Digital Marketplaces: How Technology Perceptions and Ecosystem Networks Shape Customer Satisfaction pp. 233-243

Letlhogonolo Sesana and More Matlakala

Privacy-Preserving Machine Learning Techniques for Cross-Sector Fraud Detection in the South African Financial and Telecommunications Sectors pp. 244-267

Lufungula Osembe and Mukosi Lucky Mashudu

Beyond Authority: The Effect of Relational Leadership on Employee Compensation Perceptions within a South African Organisation pp. 268-280

Jeremy Mitonga-Monga, Linda Lefeletse Ratau, Babalwa Mlangeni, Liako Samantha Mojela and Ehphraim Ndumiso Thabethe

Governance‑Driven Integration of Multi‑Source Renewable Energy Systems in South African Private Hospitals pp. 281-300

Cynthia Khoza, Blessing Takawira and Rebecca Hanlin

The adoption of integrated technologies in increasing the productivity of agripreneurship pp. 301-309

Thembinkosi Peter Kalanga, Mavundla Thabiso S’bonelo and Pfano Mashau

Ubuntu, African Ethics, and Human-Centred Artificial Intelligence in Project Management: A Systematic Literature Review pp. 310-324

Zainab Aziz and Tshilidzi Eric Nenzhelele

Agile Methodology Adoption in South African Software Development SMEs: Usage and Adoption Drivers pp. 325-339

Nadine Maree and Tshilidzi Nenzhelele

Digital Agriculture and Sector Transformation in South Africa pp. 340-353

Mokgadi Ngoepe-Ntsoane

Tokenization of Real-World Assets and Financial Market Transformation: A Review of Literature pp. 354-362

Sibonelo Sibahle Mpanza

Sustainable Adoption of Cryptocurrencies for Enhancing Financial Stability in Emerging Markets pp. 363-375

Shadrek Nhorito and Kgobale Nebel Motubatse

Connectedness of cryptocurrencies and silver returns: Evidence from frequency-dependent quantile regressions pp. 376-397

Ebo Ebynah, Isaac Christopher Otoo, Senyo Agbeblewu, Bernard Nyarko and Godwin Adolf Idan

Platinum–Cryptocurrency Connectedness at Quantile Frequencies: Evidence from Industrial Metal Markets pp. 398-422

Senyo Agbeblewu, Timilehin Olasoji Olubiyi, Edward Nii Amar Amarteifio, Ebo Ebynah, Bernard Nyarko and Isaac Christopher Otoo

Social Entrepreneurship as Driver of Sustainable Development in South Africa and Emerging Economies pp. 423-433

Andrew Enaifoghe and Richard M. Mthethwa

Gender diversity in South African audit committees and financial reporting quality: A critical mass analysis pp. 434-448

Douglas Zvinowanda and Elza Odendaal

Quantile-Based Frequency Connectedness between Cryptocurrencies and Industrial Metal Markets: The Role of Palladium Returns pp. 449-469

Ebo Ebynah, Bernard Nyarko, Senyo Agbeblewu, Edward Nii Amar Amarteifio, Godwin Adolf Idan and Timilehin Olasoji Olubiyi

The Innovative Approach Adopted by Entrepreneurship in Fostering Sustainable Economic Growth in South Africa pp. 470-482

Andrew Enaifoghe and Trisha Ramsuraj

Governance Responses to Internal Migration: Adaptive Public Participation and Municipal Resilience in South Africa pp. 483-496

Buyani Nkabinde and Thandile Ncwana

Digital Mobility, Real Risks: Female Students’ Experiences of Safety in E-hailing Use at an Urban University in the Eastern Cape, South Africa pp. 497-505

Thompho Tshivhase and Liyema Tutu

Lived Experience of Youth Growing up in Polygamous Marriages at Ha-Makuya Village, Thulamela Local Municipality, Limpopo Province, South Africa pp. 506-517

Rinae Norris Munyai and Recheal Nthangeni Mathungeni

Challenges and Limits of Community Policing as a Crime Prevention Strategy: Police and Community Perspectives from Bizana, Eastern Cape, South Africa pp. 518-530

Thompho Tshivhase and Sikibi Oyama

The The Good, Bad and the Ugly: the Reflections of Young People on ‘Gonyalelwa Lapa’ Cultural Practice pp. 531-538

Kgashane Johannes Malesa and Mmoledi Kabekwa

The Role of Collaborative Learning in Promoting Access to Science Education for Learners with Disabilities pp. 539-550

Lusani Randima and Phoke Alpha Rakgwata

Pastoral Care Responses to Gender-Based Violence in Southern African Higher Education Institutions: Toward Healing and Effective Implementation pp. 551-557

Hundzukani P Khosa

Teachers’ Perceptions on the Effects of Poverty in Early Childhood Learning in a Selected Village pp. 558-568

Ntsundeni Rampfumedzi, Mpho Madzhie, Valeria Baloyi and Maphuti Chueng

Gaps in Cyber-Enforcement: Investigating SAPS’s Response to Illegal Online Gambling Platforms pp. 569-580

Mmabatho Aphane

Indigenous Storytelling and Low-Cost Digital Tools as Behaviour Guidance Strategies in Rural Limpopo Classrooms pp. 581-595

Tendani Nesengani and Shonisani Mulovhedzi

Social media as a Tool for Digital Guardianship: A Desk Research Study of Community-Police Collaboration in Crime Prevention and Detection in South Africa pp. 596-606

Radiakga Thabang Molokomme

Parental Engagement in the Education of Grade 1 Learners During the COVID-19 Pandemic pp. 607-619

Mmapotlo Constance Mafa and Shonisani Mulovhedzi

Pre-Conditions Required for Online Teaching and Learning Implementation at the Durban University of Technology Business School pp. 620-630

Anne Govindasamy, Veena Parbo Rawjee, Sean Sean Jugmohan and Faith Tinonetsana

Can artificial intelligence produce lawyers or merely law graduates? The crisis of competency in South African legal education pp. 631-639

Melisa M. Chawaremera

Effects of Large Classes on Students' Learning: Student Perspectives at a South African University of Technology pp. 640-657

Bongani Penuel Qwabe and Bonginkosi Ernest Shangase

Governing Academic Integrity in AI-Enabled Higher Education Ecosystems: A Systematic-Narrative Review of Assessment Technology, Risk and Strategy pp. 658-667

Thabisa Maqoqa

Translanguaging Practices in Zimbabwean Higher Education: Challenges and Opportunities: A Case of International Students at a State University in Zimbabwe pp. 668-678

Precious Dube

Competing Role Demands and Postgraduate Study Intentions among Administrative Employees: a Conceptual Framework for Higher Education Institutions pp. 679-693

Reuben Makgene Makgene and Sharol Sibongile Mkhomazi

A TPACK–Bloom’s Taxonomy Hybrid Framework for Integrating Technology in Accounting Education in Sub-Saharan African Countries pp. 694-707

Emmanuel Kojo Oseifuah

AI-Powered Digital Transformation in Mathematics Education as a Strategic Business Ecosystem: A Systematic Review of Governance, Capability and Equity Conditions pp. 708-719

Thabisa Maqoqa

Exploring The Role of AI and Educational Factors in Shaping Academic Performance in Accounting Education in South African Universities: A Systematic Literature Review pp. 720-732

Nokuthula Ngobese

An Assessment of the Benefits and Challenges of Solar Water Heating in Thulamela Local Municipality, Vhembe District, Limpopo Province pp. 733-744

Azwifaneli Innocentia Nemushungwa, Livhuwani G. Nkondo Nkondo and Fhatuwani Robert Sikhitha

Smart Tourism Planning and Regional Competitiveness: Insights from Bekasi’s Digital Transformation pp. 745-757

Nadine Shakina and Fauziah Eddyono

The role of intelligence in crime prevention: A comparative analysis of intelligence-led policing in South Africa and across countries pp. 758-769

Mahlakwana Mahlomola and Radiakga Thabang Molokomme

The role of Public-Private Partnership in infrastructure development: A case of Great Kokstad Local Municipality (GKM) pp. 770-777

Simangaliso Mbata and Zolani Tafeni

Safeguarding Fundamental Rights in the Age of Telemarketing: A South African Constitutional Law Perspective pp. 778-785

Katlego Arnold Mashego and Tshilidzi Knowles Khangala

The Scourge of ‘Tenderpreneurship’: A Critical Analysis of the Effects of Political Patronage and Corruption in Public Procurement on Service Delivery Outcomes in the Eastern Cape Province pp. 786-793

Andile Gama, Lusanda Juta and Sandiso Mahlala

Assessing Policy Support in Addressing the Barriers to Effective Co-Operative Small-Scale Farming in South African Local Municipality pp. 794-805

Bongekile Mkhwanazi and Andrew Enaifoghe

Extortion as an Emerging Form of Localised Criminal Governance: Examining the Socio-Economic Effects of Protection Fees on Small Businesses in Rural Towns of the Eastern Cape pp. 806-816

Thompho Tshivhase

Social Determinants on Health Care Service Delivery in the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa: The Corollary of Institutional Failures pp. 817-834

Xolisile Ngumbela

Impacts of Illegal Mining: Insights from Atok Residents in Limpopo Province, South Africa pp. 835-844

Joline Ramadimetje Kgwedi, Wiseman Ntlhari Mathebula, Abigaile Globadra Masete and Katekani Sibise

Developing Drawing Skills Among Unemployed Youth through WhatsApp-based Creative Learning During COVID-19 in a Rural Western Cape Town: An Arts-based Study pp. 845-859

Penny George and Retha de la Harpe

Quantile-Based Frequency Connectedness between Cryptocurrencies and Industrial Metal Markets: Evidence from Copper Returns pp. 860-878

Ebo Ebynah, Senyo Agbeblewu, Bernard Nyarko and Edward Nii Amar Amarteifio

Evaluating Social Entrepreneurial Activity as a Strategy to Enhance Sustainable Rural Economies in South Africa pp. 879-893

Andrew Enaifoghe

Digital Power in Platform Economies: A Systems Perspective on Structural Mechanisms and Market Outcomes pp. 894-908

More Matlakala

Mandated for Change: A Review of the South African Financial Education Ecosystem through a Collaborative Governance Regime (CGR) Lens pp. 909-922

Bernadene De Clercq

Volume 8, issue 2, 2026

Determinants of Battery Electric Vehicle purchase intention: A discriminant analysis in Jakarta pp. 01-08

Hendra Wijaya and Fauziah Eddyono

Financial institution support and SMMEs performance in emerging ecosystems:Â Qualitative evidence from Vhembe district, South Africa pp. 09-18

Khamusi Ramudingane and Nkondo L.g

The role of IoT in mediating the impact of emerging technologies on evidence based human resource management practices: A comprehensive review of literature pp. 19-24

Samuel Bangura

Digital transformation and e-government adoption in the public sector: Leveraging technology to improve service delivery and transparency pp. 25-34

Limkile Mpofu and Zamokuhle Mbandlwa

Socio-economic contributions of immigrant-owned enterprises in Thulamela Local Municipality pp. 35-43

O. Marindili, Khamusi Ramudingane and V. Mampheu

Impact of online experience sharing on consumers’ purchase intention pp. 44-51

Anouar Abdessamad, Ranya Maatallah, Islam Azzouzi, Basma Semlali and Youssef Khatori

Evaluating adoption of tax administration digitisation by food-processing SMEs in Zimbabwe pp. 52-67

Might Pawarikanda and Ivan Gunass Govender

Opportunities and challenges of digital leadership in remote work management pp. 68-77

Samuel Bangura

Smart Information Management Systems and ESG Governance in aviation: Evidence from Taiwan pp. 78-85

Hui-Ping Shen and Yu-Lung Wu

The effects of matriarchal leadership styles on the success and performance of female-led South African entrepreneurial ventures: A systematic literature review pp. 86-97

Monument Thulani Bongani Makhanya

Towards a human-centric and sustainable future: AI-driven predictive analytics, statistical trends, and supply chain management from Industry 4.0 to 5.0 pp. 98-115

Alexander Samuels

Assessing the role of digital technology in enhancing efficiency and compliance within South Africa’s tax administration pp. 116-124

Mthobisi Ngcobo, Qondeni Khumalo, Surendran Pillay and Fabian Moodley

Improving food safety and quality control through blockchain in emerging market supply chains pp. 125-139

Kudakwashe Tazvivinga and Alexander Samuels

Transformational leadership and Human Resource Systems in driving innovation in SMMEs pp. 140-145

Mutshidza Kingsley Muenda, Reginald Mulalo Ndwamai and Norman Chiliya

Trade openness and human capital formation in Sub-saharan Africa: Evidence from a panel ARDL approach pp. 146-157

Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie, Mbroh Nana Adjoah and Emile Franc Doungmo Goufo

Governance challenges: A buffer in enhancing local economic development in the Vhembe District Municipality pp. 158-165

Madzanga Carol Netshandama and Harry Munzhedzi

Triple bottom line dynamics and strategic growth of Small Manufacturing Enterprises in KwaZulu-Natal pp. 166-176

Nkosinathi Prince Jali, Mishelle Doorasamy and Vanessa Gregory

Institutional quality and digital financial Inclusion as complementary drivers of economic growth: A panel analysis of the SADC region pp. 177-185

Collin Chikwira

Impact of global tariff shifts on South African manufacturing exports (2020–2025) pp. 186-201

Masa Sylvester Motadi

Exploring the role of governance in shaping Foreign Direct Investment in sub-Saharan Africa pp. 202-212

Saheed Akande Shittu and Lourens J Erasmus

The effect of herding behaviour on JSE returns: A comparative analysis of before and during COVID-19 pp. 213-225

Thato Malefane, Fabian Moodley and Sune Ferreira-Schenk

An assessment of food security and vulnerability among female-headed households in South Africa pp. 226-237

Hannah M Dunga

Urbanisation and internal migration as drivers of economic growth in developing economies: Evidence from South Africa pp. 238-246

Buyani Nkabinde

The influence of Vhavenda cultural norms on youth development in Ha-Muraga village, South Africa pp. 247-257

Maeba Muimeleli and Rendani Tshifhumulo

Social capital versus social pressure: An exploration of how black tax shapes peer relationships, family dynamics, and personal identity pp. 258-267

Phoke Alpha Rakgwata and Rendani Tshifhumulo

Strategic design and governance of type 2 diabetes care ecosystems: A cross-national comparative analysis across seven countries pp. 268-281

Tse-Ping Tang, Jyi-Chang Tsai and Yu Lung Wu

The representation of different types of crimes committed by South African female offenders through News24 and YouTube online media platforms pp. 282-306

Linda Moloko Seomane and Witness Maluleke

Evaluation of online education on students’ academic achievement, perceptions and preferences in a university of technology: A quantitative approach pp. 307-315

Kgashane Stephen Nyakala

Navigating supervisor conflicts: The experiences of black postgraduate students in South African Higher Education Institutions pp. 316-324

Jaqueline Boitumelo M.s and Solly Matshonisa Seeletse

Performance management as a mechanism for strategic implementation in higher education: DUT Envision 2030 perspective pp. 325-333

Buyani Nkabinde and Phumlani Dlamikile

Here comes the stone! Students’ perspectives towards paper-based evaluation questionnaires pp. 334-350

Boniswa Mafunda, Nkosinathi Prince Jali and Adele Alice Robinson

Experiences of business studies pre-service teachers on the quality of mentor-mentee meetings during teaching practice pp. 351-362

Nduduzo Brian Gcabashe

Student organisations as information gatekeepers at higher education institutions: an evaluation of quality information distribution to prospective students pp. 363-371

Lungile Ngcobo and Thandukwazi Ncube

Structural and pedagogical challenges in South African rural TVET colleges: A case of the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Limpopo provinces pp. 372-379

Tandiwe Mdlungu

Community engagement ecosystems in South African higher education: A bibliometric analysis of scholarship advancing social justice, inclusion, and institutional strategy pp. 380-391

Monument Thulani Bongani Makhanya

Aligning personal preferences, user fit, and creative vision: A comprehensive analysis of brand choices in selecting social media platforms pp. 392-406

Faith Rudairo Chibvura and Darry Penceliah

Supporting the internal auditing profession through social media: Insights from a social learning perspective pp. 407-418

Prince Chukwuneme Enwereji, Annelien van Rooyen and Ilse Morgan

Tourism SMEs employees' perceptions regarding business excellence in Cape Town pp. 419-432

Thandokazi Hazel Ngemntu, Gift Muresherwa and Sipho Selatole Makgopa

Land use/land cover classification and change detection in Umlazi township, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa (2013–2022) using Landsat 8 and Machine Learning Algorithms pp. 433-446

Ntokozo Amanda Xaba

Effects of solar ultraviolet (UV) radiation on outdoor workers health: A systematic literature review pp. 447-455

Samuel Bangura

Inflation's disruptive impact on student mental health and academic resilience: Strategic ecosystem implications for rural universities in South Africa pp. 456-469

Wisani Shikwambana, Ndotshidzwa Hakhakhi Tshirame, Muphulusi Witness Naledzani, Mupfiwa Salome Mukwevho and Valeria Baloyi

Volume 8, issue 1, 2026

A cross-cultural study of the ethical beliefs among Turkish consumers pp. 01-14

Talha Harcar, John E. Spillan, Xin Liu and Yaman Oztek

Productivity improvement model for government printing works: a South African perspective pp. 15-29

Enock Philani Mtshali, Nita Inderial Sukdeo, Victor Mofokeng and Kgashane Stephen Nyakala

Strategic interventions for effective service delivery: Insights from a South African local government perspective pp. 30-41

Nhlanhla Sibusiso Malinga and Hlengiwe Nomzamo Mabizela

The service quality and satisfaction in the private health care sector in South Africa pp. 42-48

Khathutshelo Ramalata, Joseph Musandiwa and Aklilu Asha

The impact of government officials’ attitudes on service delivery: A case study of South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) pp. 49-57

Halala Buthelezi and Zamokuhle Mbandlwa

An assessment of recruitment practices for food handlers into the National Schools Nutrition Programme (NSNP): A case of the Gauteng Department of Education (GDE), Johannesburg North District pp. 58-69

Matjhupe Tshidiso Muroa, Sandiso Mahlala and Pertunia Ramulai

The role of multilingual training in advancing women entrepreneurship in South African townships and rural areas pp. 70-82

Makhosazana Faith Vezi-Magigaba and Elizabeth Oluwakemi Ayandibu

Evaluating the responsive uses of Artificial Intelligence in criminal sentencing in the criminal court: A comparative perspective pp. 83-104

Chiji Longinus Ezeji

Cybersecurity challenges and a conceptualised maturity Typology in Ugandan SMEs: A qualitative analysis pp. 105-119

Marilyn Sithole, Swart Odette and Freddy Munzhelele

Corporate service perceptions on King IV good governance compliance in Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality pp. 120-128

Xolisile G. Ngumbela and Sithenkosi Lungisa

Empirical tests of Endogeneity in international stock markets pp. 129-133

Samuel Tabot Enow

A critical review of the application of forensic accounting in detecting money laundering activities in Zimbabwe pp. 134-148

Emmanuel Ndhlovu, Tafadzwa Jimu, Clainos Chidoko, Shadreck Nhorito and Moses Zingwina

Trend and Stochastic movements in international financial markets pp. 149-153

Samuel Tabot Enow

Lexicons as fundamental aspects in text comprehension pp. 154-163

Bulelwa Makena

Bridging policy gaps in climate-resilient water and sanitation governance: Critical analysis and reform pathways for South Africa’s Eastern Cape province pp. 164-175

Anita Shologu and Rozenda Hendrickse

Legislating the smart municipality: a legal framework for 4IR-enabled local governance in South Africa pp. 176-183

Mlondolozi Mvikweni and Paul Sakwe Masumbe

Integrating indigenous knowledge systems into science education for sustainable development: An exploration of student perceptions pp. 184-194

Mokgaetji Georginah Mokganya, Rene Simon Pearce, Vhutshilo Nekhubvi, Vhutshilo Molaudzi, Osca Matsilele, Tebogo Allison Mocheki, Takalani Nethavhanani and Khophotso Greel Malebe

Decolonising the entrepreneurship curriculum in South Africa pp. 195-208

Ayansola Olatunji Ayandibu and Wimbayi Chasaya

English first additional language learning through parental input pp. 209-217

Kufakunesu Zano

The legislative frameworks and institutional policies to address students’ sexual victimisation in the selected South African rural and urban universities pp. 218-225

John Lekganyane and Witness Maluleke

The role of infrastructure maintenance in reducing electricity outages in eThekwini municipality pp. 226-235

Siboniso Sabelo and Zamokuhle Mbandlwa

Brand development and brand communication practices in MSMEs in South Africa pp. 236-243

Sebilaro Sybil L.N.m and Sipho Makgopa

Do tangible resources lead to business growth among SMEs? pp. 244-252

Philani Khumalo and Nelisiwe Mary-anne Mchunu