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

2019 - 2026

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Volume 7, issue 6, 2025

The impact of internal control system effectiveness on store performance in the retail media sector in the age of sustainability: Case of D&R store pp. 01-12: Adnan Tekneci and Tamer Aksoy
PESTLE analysis of the factors affecting the sustainability and competitiveness of the South African sawmilling industry pp. 13-24: Vhuhwavho Tshavhungwe and Schalk Grobbelaar
Adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in digital marketing to improve the performance of small retail businesses in Cape Town pp. 25-34: Monique Harris, Michael Twum-Darko and Steven Lububu
A critical analysis of the marketing mix strategies influencing customer acquisition at Spar in Durban pp. 35-42: Manqele Khulekani Senzo, Anos Chitamba and Sizwe Mbona
Effects of Customer Support on Service Quality and Customer Satisfaction in the Automobile Industry pp. 43-54: Kasibe Siyamtanda, Arthur Mapanga and Mvuyisi Mabungela
Ideation programs as catalysts for SME innovation: A case of DUTâ€™s centre for social entrepreneurship rapid incubator pp. 55-62: Anos Chitamba, Solomon Nyamurima, Gift Mugano, Norman Chitamba and Emmanuel Mutambara
SME competitiveness through ideation programs: Evidence from DUTâ€™s centre for social entrepreneurship rapid incubator pp. 63-69: Anos Chitamba, Solomon Nyamurima, Gift Mugano, Norman Chitamba and Emmanuel Mutambara
Board tenure diversity and shareholder value creation of non-financial companies listed in South Africa pp. 70-89: Douglas Zvinowanda and Elza Odendaal
Framework for competitive intelligence implementation by SMEs: a systematic literature review pp. 90-105: Murembiwa Justice Mashau, Eric Tshilidzi Nenzhelele and Ntsieni Fitzgerald Ramasimu
Assessing the effectiveness of digital and social media marketing in grocery retail: Insights from SPAR in Durban pp. 106-115: Manqele Khulekani Senzo, Anos Chitamba and Sizwe Mbona
Organisational readiness to implement district development model in the eastern cape: A case of two municipalities pp. 116-128: Malefetsane Alphons Mofolo, Zolani Tafeni and Siphenathi Fihla
Application of Kurt Lewinâ€™s model of change for optimal performance in Makhanda municipality, Makhanda: A bibliometric analysis pp. 129-137: Monument Thulani Bongani Makhanya
Empowering IT expatriates: Unleashing the synergy of psychological capital, cultural intelligence, cross-cultural adjustment, and organizational citizenship behavior in a globalized tech frontier pp. 138-148: Tz-Li Wang and Duc-Dinh Thien Luong
A scoping review of conflict management studies among employees in developing countries: Insights from existing literature pp. 149-159: Happiness Ifunanya Anusi
Empowering leadership and employee agility: The mediating role of knowledge sharing and perceived organizational support pp. 160-170: Masyhuri Masyhuri, Fauzan Muttaqien, Via Lailatur Rizki, Novy Fitria, Clara Sabrina and Muhammed Jawo
The constitutional imperative of consultation in South Africa: Examining the executive's role in policy formulation and the challenge of "stealth taxation" pp. 171-177: Vuyani Goodman Langa and Sanjay Balkaran
Effects of human capital development on service quality, customer satisfaction, and overall business competitiveness: Evidence from South Africa pp. 178-186: Mvuyisi Mabungela
Synergistic effects of hierarchical culture and corporate governance on sustainability performance of African civil aviation authorities pp. 187-203: Samuel Zormelo and Theophilus Francis Gyepi-Garbrah
Barriers to the effective implementation of e-governance in the Ethekwini Metropolitan Municipality of Kwazulu Natal, South Africa pp. 204-211: Bongekile Ngcobo and Zamokuhle Mbandlwa
Artificial intelligence: a threat to job market entry or an opportunity for superior work performance at a selected faculties at a University of Technology, South Africa pp. 212-217: Samson Nambei Asoba and Nteboheng Patricia Mefi
Beyond the Firewall: A Critical Analysis of Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard pp. 218-225: Faith Tinonetsana and Veena Rawjee
Applications of various technology interventions for youth drug abuse in South Africa pp. 226-243: Chiji Longinus Ezeji
Smarter corrections and intelligence-driven innovations in correctional services in contemporary society pp. 244-262: Chiji Longinus Ezeji
Disrupting the future: the impact of robotic process automation on consulting firms in Johannesburg pp. 263-278: Nomkhosi Radebe, Regomoditswe Machaba and Tebogo Thabane
Modernising public sector supply chain performance: Technological modernisation as a mediator between 4IR readiness and supply chain practices pp. 279-291: Letshego Faith Mashele and Mulalo Gift Ramathuba
Factors influencing the adoption of a blockchain-based tax system for MNEs operating in developing economies pp. 292-302: Queen Mpofu and Odette Swart
Regulatory sandboxes and innovation hubs: Evaluating cryptocurrency governance in Sub-Saharan Africa pp. 303-329: Tshilidzi Eric Nenzhelele and Murembiwa Justice Mashau
The role of blockchain technology in enhancing data security and privacy in information systems: a systematic literature review pp. 330-343: Chadrack Mulamba and Shopee Dube
Investor sentiment and behavioural biases in bank performance during COVID-19: Evidence from South Africa pp. 344-358: Kgahlego Phala, Fabian Moodley and Sune Ferreira-Schenk
The effect of firm characteristics on the profitability of SMEs in Zambia: Evidence from urban enterprises pp. 359-368: Emmanuel Kabwe Zambezi and Mapeto Bomani
Continual struggle to minimise persisting accounts of corruption and financial misconduct in South Africa pp. 369-380: Sebola Dhlamini and Shikha Vyas-Doorgapersad
The impact of global economic fluctuations on the competitive advantage of South Africa's banking sector pp. 381-389: Nelisiwe Mary-Anne Mchunu, Jabhisile Roxetta Maphumulo and Celani John Nyide
Determinants of capital adequacy of commercial banks in South Africa: A panal and dynamic approach pp. 390-398: Thabiso Sthembiso Msomi and Kansilembo Freddy Aliamutu
Social entrepreneurship as a driver of local economic development in South Africa: Pathways to sustainable poverty alleviation and community empowerment pp. 399-406: Mohale Ernest Selelo and Michael Nkosinathi Khwela
The impact of institutional quality on economic growth in Botswana pp. 407-420: Botho Eunice Montshosi, Oscar Chiwira, Ngonidzashe Chiranga and Ana Kundai Muchandigona
Investigating ethical practices amongst registered nurses at Komfo Anokye teaching hospital in Ghana pp. 421-430: Joseph Dwumah, Ashnee Rajlal and Anos Chitamba
Barriers to social inclusion: An exploratory survey of perceptions among people living with physical disabilities in Limpopo Province pp. 431-441: Phoke Alpha Rakgwata, Hasandi Rannzida, Decent Munzhelele and Mashudu Muthala
Moving East and West: An evaluation of South Africaâ€™s foreign policy conundrum and prospects for inclusive development cooperation pp. 442-448: Hulisani Takalani
Legal empowerment and womenâ€™s work: Evaluating the impact of gender-reform trajectories in sub-saharan Africa pp. 449-458: Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie and Emile Franc Doungmo Goufo
Rethinking research ethics in the age of artificial intelligence: Towards a contextual, just, and accountable framework pp. 459-466: Vuyani Goodman Langa and Sanjay Balkaran
Rural entrepreneurship success factors for sustainable tourism ventures: Evidence from the Wild Coast pp. 467-477: Siyabonga Mxunyelwa
Community perceptions on police service delivery in Thohoyandou, within Vhembe district in the Limpopo province, South Africa: ChallengesÂ and opportunities for reform pp. 478-485: Ndivho Percy Sithuga, Kholofelo Annah Rakubu and Debra Pheiffer
Exploring the barriers to offender rehabilitation: The experiences of correctional officers in Limpopo correctional centres pp. 486-493: Ndivho Percy Sithuga and Ndivhuwo Goliada
Resilience amid adversity: The lived experiences of youth affected by parental alcohol abuse in Ha-Makuya village, Limpopo province, South Africa pp. 502-515: Rinae Norris Munyai and Rendani Tshifhumulo
Gendered power and reproductive justice: a study of structural and cultural barriers to sexual and reproductive health rights among rural married women in South Africa pp. 516-523: Kgashane Johannes Malesa and Goitsione Emelda Leburu
Barriers to Entrepreneurship Among Social Grant Recipients: A Case Study of Mthatha pp. 524-535: Behluli Lucwaba, Nomanyano Primrose Mnyaka-Rulwa and Maxhobandile Ndamase
Exploring strategic leadership influence on accelerating management decision-making: A case of a public higher learning institution pp. 536-545: Oscar Mhlonishwa Luthingo and Charles Tony Simphiwe Ngwenya
Barriers to government efforts in expanding educational access for street children: Evidence from Mutare Urban, Zimbabwe pp. 546-553: Munyaradzi Manduna and Tawanda Nyikadzino
The impact of secondary school accounting on the performance of financial accounting students: a rural comprehensive university pp. 554-561: Ndivhuwo Sirembe and Arthur Reynolds
Artificial intelligence utility perceptions among South African students and graduates pp. 562-568: Samson Nambei Asoba and Nteboheng Patricia Mefi
Interventions to improve doctoral employeesâ€™ throughput at a faculty of a University of Technology in the Western Cape, South Africa pp. 569-576: Harry Ballard, Tseliso Leshoro and Paul Edmund Green
Career pathways and institutional barriers for university professional staff in higher education pp. 577-585: Ntumeleng Johanna Nkosi, Solly Matshonisa Seeletse and Alex Tichavhasia Dandadzi
Fertilizer subsidies, rainfall variability, and maize productivity among smallholder farmers in East Africa pp. 586-594: Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie, Nana Adjoah Mbroh and Emile Franc Doungmo Goufo
Why social entrepreneurs should measure their social impact? pp. 595-606: Tsakani Emmarencia Nyoni and Mulalo Rejoyce Maumela
Public administration and the national health insurance policy in South Africa pp. 607-617: Tlangelani Ngobeni, Ephraim Mahole and Mutshutshu Michael Nekhavhambe
SMMEsâ€™ experiences with government support in Gauteng province, South Africa pp. 618-623: Gosiame Eulenda Molope, Solly Matshonisa Seeletse and Mmboswobeni Watson Ladzani
An exploration of SME survival and growth strategies in Ethekwini metropolitan area during and post Covid-19 crisis pp. 624-630: Nkululeko Mbatha and Lawrence Lekhanya
Self-esteem, self-image and media advertisement as preditors of skin bleaching behaviour among undergraduate pp. 631-642: Olaitan Balogun, Olufemi Timothy Adigun and Conran Joseph
Exploring the relationship between consumerism, corporate social responsibility and ethical performance in Zimbabwe: A survey analysis pp. 643-656: Lionel Muchirahondo
From engagement to purchase: Examining how digital marketing shapes consumer decision-making in Durbanâ€™s grocery retail industry pp. 657-665: Manqele Khulekani Senzo, Anos Chitamba and Sizwe Mbona
Informal governance, trade barriers, and cross-border dynamics in the ECOWAS region pp. 666-675: Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie and Emile Franc Doungmo Goufo
The impact of sports celebrity endorsement on profit generation from endorsed brands: A study of Lionel Messi pp. 676-685: Nkosinamandla Shezi
Corporate responsibility or corporate illusion? An integrative review analysis of the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) shortcomings and greenwashing in Sub-Saharan Africa pp. 686-698: Prosper Mutswiri, Limkile Mpofu and Zamokuhle Mbandlwa
Strategic management of pharmaceutical supply chains during pandemic disruptions: A qualitative study in South Africa pp. 699-721: Blessing Takawira and David Pooe
Tenderpreneurship governance in South Africa: Entrepreneurship ambidexterity vis-a-vis public order corruption ecosystems? pp. 722-734: Johannes Tsheola
From From sustainability to loyalty: The roles of retailer legitimacy, corporate reputation, and consumer scepticism pp. 735-747: Belinda Senooane and Johannes Wiid

Volume 7, issue 5, 2025

Entrepreneurial success factors in traditional and digital business processes: A comparative literature review pp. 01-13: Elena Gjorevska and Marija Stanojevska
Determinants of the primary impediments to SME performance in the South African business environment pp. 14-21: Aman Mdewa Nthangu and Pumela Msweli
Factors influencing corporate environmental reporting amongst mining companies in developing countries pp. 22-30: Thabani Ncube, Wedzerai S Musvoto and Martha Matashu
Modelling Environmental, Social, And Governance (ESG) literacy: A functional link between accounting graduate competency and ESG dimensions pp. 31-40: Emmanuel Oseifuah
Strengthening accountability and consequence management in South African local government for improved service delivery pp. 41-50: Hlengiwe Mabizela and Nhlanhla Malinga
Barriers to entrepreneurship employment: A quantitative study of Yeasa beneficiaries' experiences in Ekiti State pp. 51-61: Moronkeji Gabriel Kolawole and Albert Tchey Agbenyegah
Determining consumersâ€™ benefits for attending carnival event in South Africa pp. 62-73: Sipho Makgopa and Gift Muresherwa
Digital transformation in South Africa's agri-business sector: Opportunities and challenges pp. 74-79: Steven Lububu and Michael Twum Darko
Effects of employee involvement on labour productivity: Evidence from the automotive parts manufacturing organisation in South Africa pp. 80-90: Robert Walter Dumisani Zondo
Adoption of mechanisation for quality improvement in a selected automotive assembly organisation in South Africa pp. 91-101: Robert Walter Dumisani Zondo
Organisational culture, responsible leadership, and job satisfaction: A social identity and learning approach pp. 102-116: Jeremy Mitonga-Monga and Dakalo Precious Monyai
Administrative culture as a driver of institutional resilience and adaptive governance in turbulent policy environments pp. 117-123: Vuyani Goodman Langa and Sanjay Balkaran
Planing theory frameworks as a guide for enhancing employment policy impact: An application to the South African context pp. 124-133: Chungu Mamahlodi Mashabela and Khensani Richard Chauke
Assessing the influence of cultural values on the operations management of SMEs in the Ethekwini municipal area pp. 134-143: Sijuwade Ogunsola and Mfundo Mandla Masuku
Developing a framework of non-academic staff motivation at a state university in Zimbabwe pp. 144-153: Regis Misheal Muchowe, Ashnee Rajlal and Anos Chitamba
Bridging the competency chasm: An experiential learning and competency-based model for revitalising South African public sector service delivery pp. 154-164: Vuyani Goodman Langa and Sanjay Balkaran
Artificial intelligence, decoloniality and epistemic justice in the South African public sector: Implications for human resource management in Industry 5.0 pp. 165-176: Monument Thulani Bongani Makhanya
Lived experiences of a science faculty business partner in an academic institution: implications for practice and lessons learnt pp. 177-185: Nombango Grace Motsamai and Solly Matshonisa Seeletse
Identifying critical HR competencies for post-pandemic HR professionals pp. 186-198: Nelesh Dhanpat, Thembhani Chabalala, Mortions Hlonipho Maluleke, Sanele Matlou, Teboho Mokoena and Oarabile Ramatlo
Evaluating risk factors for criminal behaviors among youth and the responses of the criminal justice system and role players pp. 199-216: Chiji Longinus Ezeji
Comparing the motivation of Generation Y and Z non-academic staff at the Zimbabwe Open University pp. 217-225: Regis Misheal Muchowe, Ashnee Rajlal and Anos Chitamba
The investigation of role overload on organizational deviance: The mediating roles of moral disengagement and felt trust pp. 226-234: Wing Shing Lee
Artificial Intelligence adoption in South African SMEs: Challenges, Opportunities and gaps in research pp. 235-241: Wimbayi Chasaya and Ayansola Ayandibu
The impact of the application of Big Data Technologies of D. P. World Supply Chain and Logistics pp. 242-265: Hashem Alsheroa, Shankar Subramanian Iyer, Rajesh Arora and Brinitha Raji
Understanding the utilization of Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies among state universities in Zimbabwe pp. 266-273: Banele Dlamini
Ethical considerations of implementing Artificial Intelligence in Human Resource Management: a review pp. 274-281: Samuel Bangura, Princess Thulile Duma and Ntombifuthi Alexia Mthembu
Investigating the influence of industry 4.0 technology on work engagement: Applying the JD-R theory to mitigate technostress pp. 282-293: Njanjobea Isah Leontes and Jeremy Mitonga-Monga
Technology readiness and demographic drivers: Understanding mobile commerce adoption patterns in South Africaâ€™s digital economy pp. 294-303: More Matlakala and Kagiso Tsatsimpe
AI powered leadership: Shaping the future of management pp. 304-318: Masa Sylvester Motadi
Traditional and technological methods of knowledge sharing: insights from librarians using UTAUT pp. 319-325: Ganiyu Oluwaseyi Quadri and Wilfred I. Ukpere
The impact of corporate social investment on human development in South Africa pp. 326-333: Surendran Pillay and Fabian Moodley
Trade facilitation and revenue enhancement nexus in Zimbabwe pp. 334-352: Nombeko Gumbo and Peter Nkala
The role of renewable energy technology in powering medical laboratories and other health facilities in the Global South: SDGs evidence from Zimbabwe pp. 353-361: Crossman Mayavo, Morelate Kupfuwa and John Ringson
The role of robo-advisors in digitally transforming retirement planning in South Africa: a literature review pp. 362-374: Mamekwa Katlego Kekana
The impact of COVID-19 on remuneration structures of South African JSE-listed transportation companies pp. 375-384: Mandie Adriaanse, Rikus Ruben de Villiers and ElsabÃ© Kilian
The The strategic role of communication in facilitating trade and economic growth in the SACU region pp. 385-396: Boitumelo Sekati, Vimbai Mbirimi-Hungwe, Tshepo Ramarumo, Solly Matshonisa Seeletse and Taurai Hungwe
A complex conundrum of Information security in virtual banking pp. 397-410: Nokulunga Ngubane and Kennedy Njenga
Significance of bank financing for SMMEs in the Vhembe district municipality: Opportunities, challenges, and implications pp. 411-419: Khamusi Ramudingane and Nkondo L.g
Strengthening labour standards enforcement mechanisms to ensure social justice for employees pp. 420-427: Carlos Joel Tchawouo Mbiada
The destructive consequence of cyberbullying on the mental health of learners in South Africa pp. 428-434: Kgashane Johannes Malesa and Tumelo Sekgobela
Contribution of the indigenous agricultural knowledge for local economic development in the Limpopo province: A case of indigenous liquified manure pp. 435-442: Thizwilondi Madima
Deconstructing the role of gender and power in restorative approaches to child protection: Reimagining justice for children pp. 443-453: Decent Munzhelele, Hasandi Rannzida, Talifhani Trevor Ramatswi and Phoke Alpha Rakgwata
Perceived risks in omnichannel shopping: Consumer insights from South Africa pp. 454-466: Tessa Reddy, Mandusha Maharaj and Surendra Thakur
Effects of uninhabitable off-campus residences on studentsâ€™ mental health at the University of Venda, Vhembe District, Limpopo, South Africa pp. 467-475: Malwandla Khosa, Harry Mukwevho and Recheal Mathungeni
United States mediation in the Israel-Palestine conflict: Trumpâ€™s first-term diplomacy pp. 476-482: Tshepiso Motlagodisa and Thabang Motswaledi
The allocation of subsidy housing in rural and urban areas: a review of the salient challenges in the city of Tshwane pp. 483-495: Hlengiwe Hlobisile Khoza and Ricky Munyaradzi Mukonza
Digital globalisation and educational inequalities access, infrastructure, and pedagogy in marginalised regions pp. 496-509: Ndanduleni Bernard Nthambeleni and Masa Sylvester Motadi
Examining the impact of continuous assessments on students: A South African perspective pp. 510-517: Mpho Gift Motebe
The silent quintile: Infrastructural inequities and developmental risk in township-based early childhood development centres in South Africa pp. 518-531: Lesedi Senamele Matlala and Tshepo Baloyi
Using Moodle as a Learning Management System (LMS) for e-learning: Lecturer experiences in a developing country during the pandemic pp. 532-544: Raessa Jabar and Desmond Wesley Govender
Stakeholder disharmony as lens to examine the failure of the political economy of Zimbabwe syllabus reform agenda pp. 545-552: Walter Sengai and M.L. Mokhele-Makgalwa
Statutory, regulatory and policy frameworks governing the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in public policy making in the South African context pp. 553-563: Alouis Chilunjika, Dominique E Uwizeyimana and Wandile Grace Nyathi
Digital innovations in semi-arid agriculture: A case study of precision farming in Opsoek ladismith, Karoo pp. 564-572: Steven Lububu and Michael Twum-Darko
Sustainable procurement: a review and future research directions pp. 573-588: David Asante
The role of socioeconomic background in shaping â€˜black taxâ€™ obligations: A case study of emerging professionals in rural Limpopo pp. 589-598: Phoke Alpha Rakgwata and Rendani Tshifhumulo
Evaluation of digital advancements in education and training: Incorporating generative artificial intelligence (GENAI), digital video educational platforms, and social media in teaching, learning, and research pp. 599-615: Chiji Longinus Ezeji and Dominique Uwizeyimana
The effect of green recruitment and selection, and green training on employee commitment: The moderating role of green innovation culture pp. 616-625: Halimah Tusa Diah, Muafi Muafi and Dessy Isfianadewi

Volume 7, issue 4, 2025

Marketing and strategic challenges with commercializing acceleration of Small-Growers Enterprises pp. 01-11: Charles Tony Simphiwe Ngwenya
Microfinance and women's entrepreneurship In South African townships pp. 12-22: Bramwell Kundishora Gavaza, Gift Donga and Justice Ngonidzashe Muchineripi
Barriers to artificial intelligence adoption in State-Owned Enterprises pp. 23-30: Patience Mokokota, Shopee Dube and Tinofrei Museba
Inhibitors of online augmented reality shopping adoption for high-involvement products pp. 31-41: Kate Mmalebuso Ngobeni
Internal challenges of strategy implementation at a South Africa Bank pp. 42-47: Dinko Herman Boikanyo and Godknows Gomwe
Examining the impact of corporate social responsibility of Small and Medium Enterprise owners on community upliftment in the eThekwini municipality pp. 48-56: Thuthukani Mkhize and Thanyani Mbedzi
Relationships between corporate governance principles and performance in state entities of a developing country pp. 57-65: Albert Tchey Agbenyegah, Bongani Innocent Dlamini and Jey Difference Nyalungu
What are the effects of demographic factors on employeesâ€™ resistance to change? pp. 66-78: Nonye Chukwuma
The impact of digitalisation on skills development in South Africa: A comparative analysis pp. 79-87: Tarisai Chikungwa Everson
Challenges faced by women-owned SMEs in Bushbuckridge local municipality A feminist inquiry into structural, cultural, and economic barriers pp. 88-96: Oupa Hlatshwayo and John Mamokhere
Immigrant entrepreneurs' competitive advantage: the role of cultural and disruptive innovation pp. 97-105: Justice Ngonidzashe Muchineripi, Gift Donga and Bramwell Kundishora Gavaza
Unlocking SME potential through digital platforms: insights from three African digital economies pp. 106-112: Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie
Exploring the impact of bookkeeping and financial literacy on the performance of small businesses in Alice pp. 113-126: Tendai Chimucheka, Siyolise Tikayo and Gift Donga
Impacts of military expenditure and corruption on inclusive growth of emerging countries pp. 127-138: Oladotun Larry Anifowose and Bibi Z. Chummun
Exploring financial inclusion dimensions: a comparative assessment of performance of Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) Countries pp. 139-149: Oladotun Larry Anifowose and Bibi Zaheenah Chummun
The impact of entrepreneurship on South Africaâ€™s economic development in the era of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) pp. 150-159: Trisha Ramsuraj, Radha Reddy and Ragani Padiachee
Integrating real time audits in legislative oversight during times of crisis: a public finance accountability approach for Zimbabwe pp. 160-170: Enocent Nemuramba and Robertson Tengeh
Decolonization and the legacy of currency: the case of Franceâ€™s former colonies pp. 171-176: Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie
Unveiling the efficacy of the SAPSâ€™s approach to tackling contact crime in the Ethekwini district through crime statistics analysis pp. 177-186: N.P. Madondo, Dee Khosa and Kabir Abdulkareem
Invisible chains: structural and emotional forces behind womenâ€™s continued stay in abusive relationships pp. 187-196: Mmaphuti Percy Dipela and Gavela Rossaline Ndhlovu
Cybercriminals impersonating religious institutions and leaders for financial gains an exploration of popular pentecostal ministries pp. 197-210: Rendani Tshifhumulo and Ndidzulafhi Mudau
The pitfalls of corporate governance in conflict: insights from the Anglophone Crisis in Cameroon pp. 211-217: Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie
A global normative public management framework for revitalizing inner-city decay: A Systems Theory perspective pp. 218-231: Hendrik Francois Conradie and Tando Rulashe
The impact of co-parenting on children: how shared parenting affects child development and mental health in Vhembe District Municipality, South Africa pp. 232-241: Pfarelo Nwanamidwa and Talifhani Trevor Ramatswi
Income inequality and crime in South Africaâ€™s Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal: A qualitative analysis pp. 242-252: Thamsanqa T. Qwabe, Adewale A. Olutola and Olumuyiwa T. Faluyi
Assessing and forecasting droughts in eThekwini municipality: SPI, SPEI, and Time Series Insights for Sustainable Resource Management pp. 253-269: Ntokozo Xaba and Nirmala Deenadayalu
Navigating human rights and cultural dynamics in the context of gender-based violence in South Africa pp. 270-278: Mmaphuti Percy Dipela
When grades slip: Understanding student experiences on academic probation in institutions of higher learning pp. 279-288: Neo Ravhuhali and Mmaphuti Percy Dipela
Predictors of effective management of doctoral programmes in Nigerian universities pp. 289-298: Amos Agbojo, Ganiyu Quadri and Wilfred Ukpere
Promoting social inclusion through AI integration in higher tertiary institutions: A South African perspective pp. 299-308: Vuyani Goodman Langa, Sanjay Balkaran, Sandiso Mahlala and Bright Muronda
Moodle use in South African distance education: A UTAUT-3 â€“ based exploration on student and lecturer perspective pp. 309-322: Raessa Jabar and Desmond Wesley Govender
Advancing climate resilience in African agribusiness: strategies, innovations, and pathways for sustainable transformation pp. 323-329: Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie
Competitive intelligence evolution during and after Covid-19: A bibliometric mapping and industry change analysis pp. 330-349: Murembiwa Justice Mashau, Tshilidzi Eric Nenzhelele and Ntsieni Fitzgerald Ramasimu
Impact of the national health insurance on private healthcare providers in South Africa: disruption or partnership? pp. 350-356: Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie
The interrelationship between unemployment and crime rates in South Africa An evaluation of socioeconomic factors and policy implications pp. 357-364: Nyalungu Mixo Penelope, Ndivho Percy Sithuga and Azwihangwisi Mulaudzi
Navigating the effects of load shedding on agricultural productivity and food security: a case study of South Africa pp. 365-373: Mokgadi Ngoepe-Ntsoane

Volume 7, issue 3, 2025

From strategy to success: the path to financial resilience through strategic fresight in mining SMEs pp. 01-17: Nomkhosi Radebe, Ramaano Sefora, Celas Nthonifheni Nemaduvhetshewe and Mikhaeel Karbelkar
A proposed social media adoption model for enhancing the survival and growth of rural SMMEs during the Covid-19 crisis in KwaZulu-Natal pp. 18-40: Sabelo Mpungose, Lawrence Mpele Lekhanya and Emem O. Anwana
Exploring business process outsourcing services and activities for sustainable competitive advantage in the emerging markets a case of mobile telecom operators pp. 41-57: Samson Mbanje, Joseph Mutangadura, Blessing Takawira and Joseph Mithi
Automation breakthrough: the initiative for productivity improvement in a selected automotive assembly organisation in South Africa pp. 58-68: Robert Walter Dumisani Zondo
Proliferation of SMEs in South Africa: modelling the challenges and outcomes of selling-to-finish pp. 69-78: Isaac Nkoana and Kgalema Abbyton Mashamaite
The transformative and communicative impact of digital marketing in rural retailing: the case of flagstaff pp. 79-86: Elvis Madondo
How far in business performance are Gauteng construction SMMEs from applicable best practices? pp. 87-101: Simphiwe Ramildo Mbatha, Ramathabathe Mamelang Molaba, Gomolemo Rakale and Solly Matshonisa Seeletse
Towards a unified conceptual framework for understanding the entrepreneurship construct pp. 102-113: Arthur Mapanga and Bramwell Kundishora Gavaza
The role of the fourth industrial revolution in the future of contact centre managers in the South African police service pp. 114-124: Khopotso Matsoso, Cecile Schultz and Cornelia Harmse
Leveraging social media for entrepreneurial success: a systematic review of the literature pp. 125-133: Elvis Madondo and Hummerly Dhoba
The mediating role of perceived organizational support on psychological safety in the workplace and its relationship with innovative work behaviour context of a South African manufacturing company pp. 134-142: Kabelo Nonyana, Mphoreng M. Mmako and Thulani B. Skosana
The impact of skills development on construction claims management effectiveness and resolution pp. 143-154: Dikeledi Anna Matseke and Nthatisi Khaleli
The impact of work-life balance on job satisfaction and organisational commitment in higher education in KwaZulu-Natal pp. 155-166: Tinaye Mahohoma and Mohini Harpal
Leveraging HR analytics for data-driven business decisions: a strategic approach for SMMEs pp. 167-172: Reginald M. Ndwamai, Mutshidza K. Muenda and Khathutshelo Khashane
The interplay between job security and motivation: evidence from Tronox KZN sands pp. 173-186: Biyela Siphelele, Rajlal Ashnee and Anos Chitamba
The interplay between workplace bullying, quiet quitting and turn over intention: an integrative review pp. 187-194: Anos Chitamba
Exploring youth entrepreneurial cognition: opportunities and challenges in the South African context pp. 195-203: Elvis Madondo
The nexus between the design thinking, strategy formulation and innovation in SMEs: an integrative review pp. 204-211: Anos Chitamba
Empirical evidence of employee engagement on productivity in a selected industrial packaging organisation in South Africa pp. 212-221: Robert Walter Dumisani Zondo
Achieving competitive advantage through business innovation and digitalization by South African small and medium-sized enterprises: A systematic literature review pp. 222-232: Nelisiwe Mchunu, Jabhisile Roxetta Maphumulo and Celani John Nyide
The effect of emerging technologies on the performance and engagement of human resources (HR) professionals: evidence of existing studies pp. 233-240: Anos Chitamba, L. Z. Ngidi and S. Bangura
Evaluation of generative artificial intelligence (GENAI) as a transformative technology for effective and efficient governance, political knowledge, electoral, and democratic processes pp. 241-254: Chiji Longinus Ezeji and Dominique Emmanuel Uwizeyimana
Unlocking the future: integrating data- driven business models for business sustainability pp. 255-263: Nomkhosi Radebe and Nelson Chipangamate
The implications of technology and innovation: a critical analysis of youth and children's activities on social media platforms pp. 264-277: Chiji Longinus Ezeji and Dominique Emmanuel Uwizeyimana
Digitalisation: a transformational approach for productivity improvement in the food industry in South Africa pp. 278-289: Robert Walter Dumisani Zondo
Assessing the benefits and challenges of inventory management practices and systems in the South African automotive sector pp. 290-312: Donna Tsakani Makhubele, Chengedzai Mafini and Douglas Zvinowanda
Population growth and unemployment in South Africa: A 24-Year analysis pp. 313-321: Hummerly Dhoba, Primrose Mutema, Adedamola Temitope Akinlade and Elvis Madondo
A note on the alternative method of estimating a firmâ€™s sustainable growth rate pp. 322-329: Vusani Moyo
Evaluation of multifaceted holistic measures and strategies for combating cash-in-transit heists in South Africa pp. 330-347: Chiji Longinus Ezeji and Dominique Emmanuel Uwizeyimana
A note on intra-period compounding and the valuation of semi-annual and quarterly bonds pp. 348-361: Vusani Moyo
Analysis of financial management practices in Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) pp. 362-369: Ndivhuwo Sirembe and Freddy Munzhelele
Analysing the efficiency of computer-assisted audit tools and techniques within the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality pp. 370-376: Pertunia Setati, Danie P. Schutte, Elsabe Kilian and Banele Dlamini
A critical analysis of IDP on achieving socio economic development of communities in South Africa pp. 377-386: Pearl Thobeka Mnisi, Dineo Sarah Malebana and Ritshidze Nethengwe
Meritocracy vs cadre deployment in the global South: an integrative review pp. 387-393: Anos Chitamba and Strinivasan Soondrasan Pillay
Demographic and business features of SMEs in Windhoek, Namibia: implications for bank financing and economic growth pp. 394-407: Rauna Ndilokelwa Iitembu, Solly Matshonisa Seeletse and Mmboswobeni Watson Ladzani
Linking academic advising and industry expectations: a study of management accounting students at Durban University of Technology, South Africa pp. 408-419: Anos Chitamba, Yearwood Verna, Swanepoel Matthys, Myeza Gabriel and Sizwe Mbona
Borehole water quality and health risks in rural communities: a consumer perceptive analysis pp. 420-429: Themba Daniel Sambo, Sechene Stanley Gololo and Solly Matshonisa Seeletse
The Impact of cultural practices on the infringement of women's human rights in South African communities pp. 430-440: Decent Munzhelele, Andani Sweetness Munzhelele and Edward Munzhelele Humbulani
The nature of supervisor-supervisee relations in a rurally located institution of higher learning pp. 441-449: Nontuthuzelo Cekiso-Smith and Bulelwa Makena
Psychological factors and parenting in shaping adolescent cyberbullying behavior on social media pp. 450-462: Zulhawati and Meiliyah Ariani
Balancing power and policy: governing South Africa through a fragile national unity coalition pp. 463-470: Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie
A framework for the programme to revive Ndayo: a case of the Vhavenda cultural group pp. 471-477: Ndidzulafhi Ramavhunga, Vhonani Netshandama and Pfarelo Matshidze

Volume 7, issue 2, 2025

Survival strategies and failure of SMMEs during the COVID-19 pandemic in Africa: secondary data pp. 01-13: Esabel Phiri, Ntsieni Fitzgerald Ramasimu and Godfrey Maake
Assessing the impact of supply chain practices on operational efficiency and service delivery in local municipality (LM) pp. 14-34: Kabelo Phahlamohlaka and Sabelo Mpungose
Empowering the next generation: the influence of self-efficacy on entrepreneurial motivation and behavior among African students pp. 35-42: Semukele Hellen Mlotshwa, Patrick Ebewo and Elona Ndlovu
Influence of electronic word of mouth during consumer buying decisions in South Africa pp. 43-52: Faith Tinonetsana, Veena P. Rawjee and Jeevarathnam P. Govender
Competition dynamics among foreign and local businesses in Chris Hani District Municipality the role of product diversification and pricing strategies pp. 53-66: Anthony Kambi Masha, Ernest Nikisi, Bathathu Peter and Patrick Bwowe
The impact of the 4Ps marketing mix on Durban's Micro and Small Enterprises pp. 67-74: Norman Mahohoma and Albert Tchey Agbenyegah
Investigating the current state of the adoption of e-health tools for digital mental health services in a selected South African higher education institution pp. 75-87: Rhodrick Nyasha Musakuro
Green human resource management and sustainable performance: a study of a selected hotel, Lagos State Nigeria pp. 88-105: Happiness Ifunanya Anusi and Bongani Dlamini
Nexus between environmental-specific servant leadership and organisational citizenship behaviours for environment as a strategic tool to accomplish environmental performance: evidence from existing studies pp. 106-111: Samuel Bangura
Perception of job satisfaction: insights from South African public sector administrative employees pp. 112-127: Mahlako Mashu Mothema, Ntsieni Fitzgerald Ramasimu and Godfrey Maake
Perceptions of artificial intelligence on the future of employees' job security in Africa: secondary data analysis pp. 128-145: Godfrey Maake and Esabel Mathekgane
Waste pickersâ€™ money management practices and attitude towards entrepreneurship: Evidence from Durban-eThekwini municipality pp. 146-152: Phathiwe Sibanda, Mabutho Sibanda and Masibulele Phesa
Exploring the impact of women's leadership and governance towards stability and development: a case study of Limpopo Province pp. 153-162: Phoke Alpha Rakgwata and Talifhani Trevor Ramatswi
Towards ideal local governments in South Africa: harnessing the 4IR pp. 163-173: Maxhobandile Ndamase, Baseza W. Totobayo and Yusuf Lukman
The use of electronic record management system at selected TVET college pp. 174-183: Adolph Selane, Ntsieni F Ramasimu and Zukiswa P Ndaba
Causality with machine learning using the Lububu method for the diagnosis of African swine fever (ASF) pp. 184-206: Steven Lububu
4 IR-based capacity-building for improved service delivery and municipal readiness in South Africa pp. 207-218: Mncedisi Ncamphalala and Shikha Vyas-Doorgapersad
Leveraging digital transformation leadership and customer agility to enhance SME performance in the Riau Islands, Indonesia pp. 219-231: Edy Yulianto Putra, Yolanda Masnita, Husna Leila Yusran and Ratih Anggraini
How do soft skills enhance the audit committeeâ€™s effectiveness in South African municipalities? pp. 232-243: Thapelo Lebese and Kgobalale Motubatse
Phase distribution and phase correlation: Evidence in international financial markets pp. 244-249: Samuel Tabot Enow
A nexus of access to information and household poverty post Covid-19 pp. 250-259: Hannah M Dunga
Corruption and the public money: The South African perspective pp. 260-269: Masa Sylvester Motadi
Multivariate Granger causality between financial markets: Evidence from US, Europe, Asia and Emerging market pp. 270-275: Samuel Tabot Enow
A comparative analysis of the absolute risk-adjusted performance of South Africaâ€™s SRI funds before and during the COVID-19 pandemic pp. 276-296: Preston Kyle Winfred, Mabutho Sibanda and Frank Ranganai Matenda
Application of the fraud triangle model in mitigating tax evasion in developing countries: a conceptual framework pp. 297-306: Emmanuel Kojo Oseifuah
The Socioeconomic determinants of foreign capital inflows in selected Sub-Saharan African Countries pp. 307-318: Noel Nthangu, Mulatu Zerihun and Mushoni Bulagi
The intertemporal relationship between downside risks and expected stock returns: Evidence from time-varying transition probability models pp. 319-323: Samuel Tabot Enow
Salient underlying determinants contributing to the endemic prevalence of feminized poverty in Limpopo province, South Africa pp. 324-335: Decent Munzhelele, Phoke Alpha Rakgwata and Nngodiseni Jimmy Budeli
Unpacking the challenge of consultocracy in South African local government pp. 336-345: Arthur Shopola
Impact of COVID-19 on nursesâ€™ mental health in Thohoyandou area, Limpopo province pp. 346-358: Maphulusi Makananisa, Valeria Baloyi, Mpho Madzhie and Maphuti Chueng
Mapping sustainable gender-based violence accountability ecosystems in rural communities: cases of Vhembe District pp. 359-368: Recheal Nthangeni Mathungeni
Factors contributing to body image dissatisfaction among female students at the University of Venda, Limpopo province pp. 369-379: Ayanda Cary Fankomo, Valeria Baloyi, Mercy Mushwana and Maphuti Chueng
South African Pentecostalism's impact on the spiritual and general well-being of MSM individuals pp. 380-393: Albert Ikhile
National framework for women empowerment and gender equality policy as a strategy for South African local government pp. 394-402: Mthunzi Khonjelwayo and Sandile Zondi
Progress made towards achieving National Development Plan in post COVID-19 era pp. 403-413: Maemu Emmanuel, Munzhedzi Harry Pandelani and Mathebula Ntwanano Erasmus
Effects of studentsâ€™ socioeconomic status on academic performance: a case of first-year students at a South African university pp. 414-421: Vhutshilo Nekhubvi, Orifha Sinthumule, Innocent Zitha, Rosinah Mukhodobwane and Tshilidzi Mulaudzi
Using Moodle as a Learning Management System (LMS) for e-learning: student experiences in a developing country during the Pandemic pp. 422-429: Raessa Jabar and Desmond Wesley Govender
The implications of integration of cultural diversity facets in higher education pp. 430-435: Malesela Masenya
Enhancing an equitable language learning environment through translanguaging in English language classrooms pp. 436-444: Kufakunesu Zano and Pretty Thandiswa Mpiti
Unveiling the hidden epidemic: substance abuse and mental health concerns among high school learners in Mopani District in Limpopo Province pp. 445-455: Phoke Alpha Rakgwata and Pelewe Mphephu
Exploring the instructional media usage and preference of offenders at the Johannesburg Female Correctional Centre, South Africa pp. 456-469: Mulalo Unity Sivhidzho and Mulaudzi Mc
Road infrastructure in South Africa: What is missing? Road infrastrucure pp. 470-478: Bulelwa Maphela and Eyitayo Francis Adanlawo
Strategic communication and foreign direct investment (FDI) in the post-Mugabe era: A review of government campaigns and economic impact pp. 479-486: Elvis Madondo and Hummerly Dhobha
Gautengâ€™s Infrastructure Sustainability Development: Smart Initiatives pp. 487-495: Thom Balledux and Shankar Subramanian Iyer
Research as public management tool for improved municipal governance in South Africa pp. 496-504: Lusanda Juta, Arthur Shopola and Eunice Chesa

Volume 7, issue 1, 2025

Qualitative analysis of motivation on employee efficiency and productivity: insight from a selected FMCG organisation in South Africa pp. 01-13: Obianuju Okeke-Uzodike and Happiness Ifunanya Anusi
A digital ecosystem modeling for international student licensing in Indonesia pp. 14-25: Lusianus Andi Yunanto and Dodie Tricahyono
How a coffee shop increases the welfare of societies through ecosystem orchestration: A dynamic capabilities perspective pp. 26-38: Anjar Priyono, Syadiyah Abdul Shukor, Abdul Moin and Norasikin Salikin
The application of digital technologies in external auditing: a double edged sword? pp. 39-56: Favourate Y Mpofu and Queen Mpofu
Who is not truthful? Discrepancies between SMMEs and their support programmes in responding to the same question pp. 57-66: Gosiame Eulenda Molope, Solomon Seeletse and Mmboswobeni Watson Ladzani
Industry 4.0 technologies revolutionizing the civil aviation sector: e-services technology adoption in aviation industry pp. 67-81: Ya Neneh Awe, Umit Hacioglu and Melike Zehir
The critical role of uncertainty intolerance on the relationship between spiritual intelligence and artificial intelligence anxiety pp. 85-105: ZÃ¼leyha Afra Beder and Aygul Donmez-Turan
Augmented intelligence in social engineering attacks: a diffusion of innovation perspective pp. 106-121: Kennedy Njenga and Baswabile Matemane
A discussion paper on international taxation and the allocation of taxing rights in Africa: challenges and opportunities pp. 122-130: Queen Mpofu
Sectoral labour productivity and unemployment in South Africa pp. 131-141: Ebenezer Megbowon and Mulatu Zerihun
The relationship between financial literacy and financial performance of registered small enterprises pp. 142-151: Peter Mogale, Mulatu F. Zerihun, Ngonyama S.f and Ngonidzashe Chiranga
Efficient bankruptcy prediction and its role for a more resilient Alpine tourism pp. 152-172: Alexander Plaikner, Marco Haid, Marcus TÃ¤nzel and HÃ¼seyin YaÄŸÄ±zhan Kol
The destructive effects of gender-based violence against men in South Africa: stigmatizing the victim pp. 173-179: Deborah Ngobeni, Alpha Rakgwata and Tumelo Sekgobela
Optimizing rainfall prediction in coastal and inland areas: a comparative analysis of forecasting models in eThekwini district, South Africa pp. 180-197: Ntokozo Xaba and Ajay Kumar Mishra
A comprehensive analysis of the effectiveness of Nyaope rehabilitation programs for individuals in recovery pp. 198-203: Tshepiso Mphidi, Tumelo Sekgobela and Jimmy Budeli
The impact of the constitutional court decision number 168/PUU-XXI/2023 concerning law number 6 of 2023 on national investment growth in Indonesia pp. 204-221: Adnan Hamid and Nina Silvana
Article-based thesis or thesis by monograph? Supervisorsâ€™ views on the route to completion of doctoral studies pp. 222-228: Chris Schachtebeck

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