International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147-4478)

2012 - 2025

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Volume 14, issue 6, 2025

Analysing the role of consumer behaviour, and the adoption of green business models and circular economy principles in apparel SMMEs pp. 01-09

Kiara Ramdial and Kiara Ramdial

Evaluating the effectiveness of social media advertising strategies across different demographics and platforms pp. 10-29

Mersid Poturak and Dzeneta Durakovic

Evaluating employee assistance programmes: Social workers' perspectives on their effectiveness pp. 30-40

Mmaphuti Percy Dipela and Ardonis Nomfundo Mgwenya

Effects of staff development training on self-rated performance: a case of selected South African companies pp. 41-52

Matsidiso Nehemia Naong

Leveraging the power of human resource analytics for enhanced decision making: opportunities and challenges pp. 53-69

Joelle Danielle Ngo Ndjama

Exploring operational obstacles for SMEs in volatile economies: A case for Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe pp. 70-79

Alice Mutambara

Hidden costs of employee turnover in Mpumalanga’s department of economic development and tourism pp. 80-89

Fana Anthony Ngomane, Joseph Mudau and Bernard Karabo Sebake

An exploration into the dimensions of measuring MSME success in Durban central pp. 90-100

Norman Mahohoma and Albert Tchey Agbenyegah

Understanding the use of cloud accounting among SMEs in Zimbabwe: An exploratory analysis pp. 101-107

Banele Dlamini and Danie P Schutte

Understanding the influence of investors' risk perception on investment decision-making in South Africa’s financial markets pp. 108-120

Bosede Olatomi Ige and Stanley Chibuzor Onwubu

Financial retirement planning of government employees in Tanzania: Moderating effect of financial decision behavior pp. 121-137

Tiberius Phillip Mlowosa, Gwahula Raphael and Dionis Ndolage

Examining the role of economic growth on poverty reduction and income inequality in South Africa Evidence from linear and nonlinear approach pp. 138-157

Nyiko Worship Hlongwane

The impact of fatherlessness on youth: A case study of Madombidzha village, Limpopo province pp. 158-168

Ramatswi Talifhani Trevor and Pfarelo Nwanamidwa

Benefits of foster care: Insights from foster care leavers and social workers in Tshwane District Municipality pp. 169-182

Sandile Lucas Dhludhlu

Assessment of water governance institutions and their roles in smallholder irrigation schemes of Nzhelele Area, Limpopo Province pp. 183-192

Rudzani Nedombeloni, Mushaisano Agnes Mathaulula and Emmanuel Mwendera

Multilingual lyrics and cultural shifts: A case study of Isixhosa pop music pp. 193-203

Anele Gobodwana

Dual roles, single mission: How teachers as employees manage and cope with family-work conflicts pp. 204-212

Malephoto Portia Nethavhani and Mmaphuti Percy Dipela

Prevention fatigue and the normalization of HIV among South African youth: A crisis of complacency pp. 213-223

Mmaphuti Percy Dipela

The lived experiences of youth raised by alcohol dependent parents at Mpheni Village, Vhembe District in Limpopo Province, South Africa pp. 224-230

Fhulufhelo Mukwevho, Patrecia Tshilidzi Muluadzi and Recheal Nthangeni Mathungeni

Community development through entrepreneurship: Analyzing the socioeconomic contributions of YEASA beneficiaries in Ekiti State pp. 231-239

Moronkeji Gabriel Kolawole and Albert Tchey Agbenyegah

South African perspectives on Philoxenia and its effects on social cohesion with African immigrants pp. 240-254

Jonathan Oshupeng Maseng and Gundo Gabara

The role of indigenous diets and recreational activities in promoting healthy ageing and managing age-related diseases: A scoping review pp. 255-269

Munyangane Osia Livhuwani, Lekgothoane Khutso, Pfarelo Matshidze and Justice Makhanikhe

The paradox of gender inequity in democratic societies: Exploring systemic contradictions in pursuit of equality pp. 270-277

Tshepo Patrick Mbowane, Lusani Randima and Phoke Alpha Rakgwata

The effect of caregiver support on mental health outcomes in women caring for family members living with chronic illnesses: A case of Motsinoni village in Mopani district pp. 278-287

Phoke Alpha Rakgwata, Tsireledzo Sikhitha and Decent Munzhelele

Shared living, shared burdens: A case of the university of Venda exploring the impact of cohabitation on students’ financial stability pp. 288-296

Ramatswi Talifhani Trevor, Phoke Alpha Rakgwata and Decent Munzhelele Zwivhuya

The role of universities in enhancing school career orientation programs pp. 297-304

M. Sibiya Leo and Mandisi Matyana

The impact of disability support services on the academic success of students with disabilities in South African higher education institutions pp. 305-315

Karabo Sibadela, Decent Munzhelele and Nngodiseni Jimmy Budeli

Investigating the challenges experienced by primary school principals in using emotional intelligence in school leadership pp. 316-328

Bawinile J. Mthanti and Montseng D. Lesole

Integration of generative artificial intelligence into higher education research as a supporting tool: A balance between innovation and ethics in research pp. 329-336

Shadreck Muchaku, Hlekani Kabiti and Bernard Nthambeleni

Multilingual pedagogies in South African higher education institutions pp. 337-346

Winiswa Mavutha and Nokwanda Biyase

Assessing the impact of e-learning within the higher education sector: A perspective of South African universities pp. 347-354

Tshepo Mabotja and Winiswa Mavutha

Academic engagement as a mediator between support systems and well-being among Indian high school students pp. 355-362

Muhammad Hoque, Syed Manzoor Qadri, Anjum Afshan Qadri, Maqsood Ul Hassan Khan and David Adedia

Unpacking the Nexus between internship programs and graduate skills development in South Africa, Limpopo Department of Education pp. 363-379

Tlangelani Ngobeni, Ephraim Mahole and Mutshutshu Michael Nekhavhambe

Integrating indigenous knowledge systems into entrepreneurship education: A South African perspective pp. 380-392

Elizabeth Oluwakemi Ayandibu

The integration of artificial intelligence in higher education institutions’ workforce: a literature review pp. 393-399

Mbalenhle Khumalo, Ayogeboh Epizitone, Smangele Pretty Moyane, Ntando Nkomo, Peggy Pinky Mthalane, Mthokozisi Luthuli, Phamela Zondi and Samkelisiwe Phokoye

A qualitative analysis of the key factors necessary for repurposing the administrators’ jobs at the Durban University of Technology (DUT) in line with the 4IR technologies pp. 400-406

Zama Nonhlanhla Mncube and Trisha Ramsuraj

The drugs and substance abuse among youth in South African community: The case study of youth-network engaged scholarship project pp. 407-414

Mokopane Charles Marakalala

Policing cybercrime in South Africa: Issues and challenges pp. 415-421

Mmabatho Aphane

Load-shedding crises and its effects on digitalization in South Africa post-COVID-19 pp. 422-434

Hlengiwe Hlobisile Khoza and Ricky Munyarandzi Mukonza

Experiences of victims of IPV regarding the role of victim empowerment programmes in tackling their social and housing needs pp. 435-444

Mabebe Mary Kgole and Mmaphuti Percy Dipela

Investigating the application of safety regulations in schools: a case study of two secondary schools in Alfred Nzo West District pp. 445-455

Bawinile Mthanti and Khotsofalang Leseme

Life after matric: The impact of drugs and substance abuse in South Africa and Africa Communities pp. 456-467

Mokopane Charles Marakalala

Unbundling State-Owned enterprises: Employee perceptions and Socio-Economic impacts pp. 468-472

Arvid Muzanenhamo and Obakeng Nicholas Mataboge

The role of funeral policies in alleviating economic and social pressures in African societies pp. 473-478

Hummerly Dhobha, Elvis Madondo and Faith Tinonetsana

The impact of community participation in community development at Collins Chabane local municipality pp. 479-488

E Mahole, Munzhedzi P.h and N. Mathebula

The use of telehealth in social work practice: A scoping review protocol pp. 489-493

Gift Khumalo, Bokang Nephtali Lipholo and Bafana Mdhluli

Readiness to accept Artificial Intelligence (AI): An empirical study on tertiary level students' in Bangladesh pp. 494-503

Rozina Akter, Nawrin Afrin, Mohammad Robiul Islam Fahim and Umma Salma Hoque

Christian leadership as a catalyst for moral development among young people in reformed churches, in Thohoyandou, South Africa pp. 504-511

Mulamuleli Matodzi and Mathungeni R.n

Dating business cycle turning points for South Africa: A comparison of parametric and non-parametric dating methods pp. 512-527

Malibongwe Nyathi, Simiso Msomi, Ntokozo Nzimande, Mulatu Fekadu Zerihun, Besuthu Hlafa, Siyabonga Siboniso Mncube, Bhekithemba Khanyisani Mdlalose and Amara Liyabona Mngcutsha

Volume 14, issue 5, 2025

Digital transformation strategy: the quest for competitive advantage among commercial banks in Kenya pp. 01-24

Nthenya Nelly Musau and Stephen Muathe

The Influence of restaurant image on behavioural intention: The mediating role of experience value and customer satisfaction pp. 25-31

Sulfi Abdul Haji, Daud Hasim, Marwan Man Soleman and Faradisa Bachmid

Impact of freight logistics supply chain management on supply chain robustness and financial performance: Post-COVID-19 era pp. 32-51

Valentine Muradzikwa, Chengedzai Mafini and Douglas Zvinowanda

The challenges and government support for SMEs at Sol Plaatje Municipality in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa pp. 52-62

Dikeledi Betty Nkoe and Ntsieni Fitzgerald Ramasimu

Differentiation, product quality, and price strategies in influencing purchase decisions at Mataram coffee shops pp. 63-70

Yunus Indra Purnama

A quantitative analysis of the association between entrepreneurial competencies (EC) and managerial competencies (MC) in the SME sector in Kwa-Zulu Natal pp. 71-80

Tinaye Mahohoma and Albert Tchey Agbenyegah

Innovation: A labour productivity improvement strategy for the automotive assembly organisation in South Africa pp. 81-91

Robert Walter Dumisani Zondo

The influence of vigour and competitiveness on employee performance: The mediating role of involvement balance and the moderating role of employee intrapreneurship pp. 92-109

Daniel Alfianto, Desi Tri Kurniawati and Sri Palupi Prabandari

The interplay of psychological safety, quiet quitting, and employee resilience: a framework for sustainable workplace engagement pp. 110-117

Anos Chitamba

The impact of digital footprint on interview invitation rate and perceived cultural fit: An integrative review pp. 118-124

Anos Chitamba

The impact of information technology and organizational culture on employee performance: The mediating role of job satisfaction and the moderating role of technology-task fit pp. 125-141

Rifqi Ahmaddzun Nadhor, Sri Palupi Prabandari and Desi Tri Kurniawati

Assessing employees’ perceptions of reskilling activities in skill development and organisational competitiveness in the financial sector pp. 142-148

Tinaye Mahohoma

Motivation strategies in the mining sector: Lessons from Tronox KZN sands pp. 149-161

Biyela Siphelele, Rajlal Ashnee and Anos Chitamba

Political economy of health reform: Unpacking stakeholder interests in South Africa’s NHI debate pp. 162-169

Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie

Does digital financial literacy increase savings in formal financial institutions? pp. 170-188

Afroza Sultana

Evaluating the influence of the beyond budgeting approach on the financial performance of the non-ferrous metal industry in South Africa pp. 189-198

Tinaye Mahohoma and Carlo Boschetti

Effectiveness of ergonomics as a labour productivity intervention: Evidence from a selected automotive assembly organisation in South Africa pp. 199-208

Robert Walter Dumisani Zondo

The relationship between socioeconomic factors and HIV-related deaths in South Africa A panel econometric approach pp. 209-221

Nyiko Worship Hlongwane

The impact of financial literacy on savings in South Africa pp. 222-229

Cecile Duvenhage, Nico Keyser and Lentsho Moepi

Manufacturing excellence for labour productivity improvement: Evidence from a selected automotive parts manufacturing organisation in South Africa pp. 230-240

Robert Walter Dumisani Zondo

The last frontier - going transparent with XBRL reporting for Sub-Saharan African listed firms pp. 241-249

Emmanuel Oseifuah, Carl Hope Korkpoe and Comfort Akorfa Anipa

The effect of governance quality and government expenditure on economic growth: SADC PMG-ARDL panel data analysis pp. 250-264

Ndivhuho Eunice Ratombo and Itumeleng Pleasure Mongale

Leveraging sustainable food systems for achieving Sustainable Development Goals: An overview pp. 265-274

Emmanuel Ndhlovu and Neo Mokone

Heteroskedastic behaviour of stock prices: Evidence from international financial markets pp. 275-279

Samuel Tabot Enow

Navigating identity and relationships: the experiences of youth in polygamous families in Madombidzha village, Vhembe district pp. 280-289

Ramatswi Talifhani Trevor and Raseluma Sentawane Johanna

Enhancing the Shambe Sonke programme: addressing communication, implementation, and public-private partnerships for effective poverty alleviation pp. 290-298

Devashree Naidoo

Effectiveness of coaching in enhancing entrepreneurs' leadership skills for sustainability pp. 299-304

Arvid Muzanenhamo and Munyadziwa Muravha

A decade of teenage pregnancy in South Africa, 2014–2023: A spatial analysis of national birth records pp. 305-312

Sbonelo Charles Chamane and Musawenkosi Mabaso

How urbanisation impacts the transmission of cultural knowledge and practices from one generation to the next within Vhavenda communities pp. 313-322

Ndidzulafhi Ramavhunga

HIV universal test and treat uptake and lost-to-follow-up rates among people living with HIV in Moretele Sub-district, South Africa pp. 323-334

Karabo Kagiso Tshiamo Sefako, Raikane James Seretlo and Mathildah Mpata Mokgatle

Coalition governance and government of national unity in South Africa: Implications for nation-building and reconciliation pp. 335-347

Monument Thulani Bongani Makhanya

Challenges, progress and lessons in the implementation of Sustainable Developmental Goal 16 to improve service delivery in local government pp. 348-357

Nhlanhla Sibusiso Malinga and Hlengiwe Nomzamo Mabizela

The vulnerabilities and drivers of child trafficking: A qualitative analysis using secondary data pp. 358-363

Khethiwe Madima and Puseletso Athalia Dewee

Decolonizing education in Africa: Curriculum reform, language policy, and indigenous knowledge systems pp. 364-369

Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie

Effectiveness of team teaching in project-based learning entrepreneurship education: An integrative review pp. 370-377

Anos Chitamba, Yearwood Verna, Swanepoel Matthys and Myeza Gabriel

Why are women still underrepresented in leadership roles at South African Higher Education Institutions? A systematic literature review pp. 378-387

Andile Sokani

Unlocking the power of autobiographical memory: Exploring its potential in enhancing teaching and learning in African contexts pp. 388-397

Andiswa Mvanyashe

Barriers to accessibility: An exploratory study of the physical and attitudinal barriers experienced by students living with disabilities in the South African higher education institutions pp. 398-410

Decent Munzhelele, Vhahangwele Muvhango and Livhuwani Sibisi

A comparative analysis of interactive tools in higher education’s teaching and learning: The strengths and weaknesses of Mentimeter, Google forms, Socrative, and Kahoot for playful learning pp. 411-419

Ayansola Ayandibu

Curriculum reform in South African higher education: Policy effectiveness and institutional responses pp. 420-429

Haruna Maama

Exploring the impact of parental engagement on academic achievement in South African primary schools: A qualitative case study pp. 430-440

Valesa Moshibudi Letswalo and Seshoka Joseph Rapeta

Augmented reality in mobile commerce: Exploring how AR values shape intention to shop through mobile app pp. 441-448

Hanh T. My Vu

Transformer-Based Sentiment Analysis for classification of non-depressive and suicidal thought from Bangla Text pp. 449-463

Md. Samiul Islam, Rafiul Hoque, Sagor Sarkar, Md. Rajibul Palas, Md. Moshiur Rahman and Muhammad Hoque

Understanding the drivers of customers' continuance intention to use AI chatbots in e-commerce pp. 464-472

Quang Huy Trần

Evaluating approaches to patents and pharmaceutical test data protection in selected Southern African Development Community (SADC) member states pp. 473-481

Lonias Ndlovu

Policy-making vs implementation in South Africa: Challenges and justice-based solutions pp. 482-490

Khutso Delphus Maela

Constitutionalism under pressure: Evaluating the legal framework for a government of national unity in South Africa pp. 491-498

Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie

Building responsive local government in South Africa: Critical review of intergovernmental support and interventions in provincial contexts pp. 499-506

C.K. Ramulifho, Nametso Gae, T.E. Rangwato and Shopola A.m

Between expression and equality: Constitutional challenges in adjudicating racially charged political speech in South Africa pp. 507-514

Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie

Blue lights and broken trust: Unmasking and reforming unethical conduct in South African law enforcement pp. 515-524

Radiakga Thabang Molokomme and Mpho Gift Motebe

Mitigating entrepreneurial fear of failure: a literature review pp. 525-532

Wimbayi Chasaya and Ayansola Ayandibu

Unpacking the death-cleansing rituals in Africa: A comprehensive literature review (CLR) pp. 533-540

Pelewe Mphephu, Rendani Tshifhumulo, Pfarelo Matshidze and Lufuno Makhado

Labour market returns to transversal skills in South Africa: Evidence from online job postings pp. 541-547

Reginald M. Ndwamai, Ndivhuwo Sirembe and Ambani Tshikovhi

Empowering African youth for sustainable peace: the role of skills training and entrepreneurship pp. 548-557

Daniel Chigudu

Application of factor analysis on the determinants of warehouse inventory performance at Eskom distribution in Gauteng cluster pp. 558-568

Tinaye Mahohoma and Nonkululeko Nene

Crisis management and business continuity: Strategies for South African SMEs post-COVID-19 pp. 569-575

Wimbayi Chasaya and Ayansola O. Ayandibu

Entrepreneurship as an alternative career path for management accounting graduates in South Africa: Opportunities in consulting, financial advisory and beyond pp. 576-587

Anos Chitamba, Yearwood Verna, Swanepoel Matthys Swanepoel Matthys, Myeza Gabriel and Sizwe Mbona

The perception of correctional officers towards rehabilitation of offenders: A case study of selected correctional centres in the Limpopo Province pp. 588-596

Goliada Ndivhuwo Ndivhuwo and Sithuga Ndivho Percy

Volume 14, issue 4, 2025

Digital transformation and corporate entrepreneurship: a strategy to face disruption pp. 01-08

Ildephonse Ngayabaseka, Purbasari Ratih and Margo Purnomo

Analyzing the impact of social media platforms and audience demographics on advertising campaign performance pp. 09-18

Amina Hadzic and Mersid Poturak

Role of dynamic capabilities in public sector performance: a strategic management perspective pp. 19-31

Pachalo Mgola Mwanza and Javaid Ahmad Dar

The influence of strategic flexibility on green business performance mediated by eco innovation and green manufacturing pp. 32-41

Gusti Kurnia Dwiputra, Wahdiyat Moko and Christin Susilowati

Determinants of consumer intentions toward islamic digital banking in Indonesia Insights from the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology pp. 42-49

Indah Wahyuningsih, Mamduh Hanafi, Leo Indra Wardana and Agusta Ika Prihanti Nugraheni

Environmental factors influencing mobile commerce adoption among SMEs in South Africa: a TOE model perspective pp. 50-60

More Matlakala

Unveiling the linkage between corporate governance and firm performance: empirical insights from the insurance sector in Bangladesh pp. 61-69

Mohammad Moniruzzaman, Niluthpaul Sarker and Md. Jamil Sharif

Mitigating recruitment and selection challenges through the utilization of AI pp. 70-81

Simangele Mkhize and Melanie Lourens

Technology, automation, and industrial relations: the future of HRM in Ilala municipal, Tanzania pp. 82-92

Maurus Mpunga

The effects of perceived organizational support on employee retention among nurses in the South African public health sector pp. 93-102

Linda Ratau

Elevating knowledge sharing and communication through Artificial Intelligence: An organizational perspective pp. 103-114

Simangele Mkhize and Melanie Lourens

Exploring the challenges and solutions for cultivating an inclusive work environment in the energy sector in Zimbabwe pp. 115-123

Dzidzai Muchakubvura, Takupiwa Nyanga and Matsidilso Nehemiah Naong

Understanding the relationship between organizational support and innovative work behaviour: perspectives of South African manufacturing company employees pp. 124-136

Kabelo Nonyana, Mphoreng M. Mmako and Thulani B. Skosana

Employees’ perceptions of the employment relationships, work engagement and performance management system in the selected South African National departments pp. 137-150

Godfrey Maake

Transformational leadership, organizational learning, and employee performance: the mediating role of affective commitment in Cement Company X, Rembang pp. 151-159

Muhammad Shidqi and Achmad Sudiro

Is there a relationship between job satisfaction and work engagement? pp. 160-170

Mahlako Mashu Mothema, Ntsieni Fitzgerald Ramasimu and Godfrey Maake

Exploring the determinant of environmental performance in higher education pp. 171-183

Masyhuri, Danang Wikan Carito, Kasno and Muhammed Jawo

The Influence of Income on Financial Well-Being with Financial Literacy as a Mediating Variable: A Study of the Community in Poncokusumo Tourism Village pp. 184-190

Ragil Fananda Sofyan and Kusuma Ratnawati

The causal relationship between foreign divestment, economic growth and financial development in African countries pp. 191-201

Refilwe Maduane-Komape

Impact of renewable energy and green finance on economic development in the SADC region: a panel ARDL study pp. 202-210

Sayeed Milanzi and Mogowe Windsor Madia

Macroprudential and monetary policies in South Africa: complements or substitutes? pp. 211-228

Malibongwe Cyprian Nyati and Simiso Msomi

Impact of Foreign Direct Investment on educational attainment: empirical evidence from Asian countries pp. 229-239

Sujan Chandra Paul, Ashim Kumar Nandi, Fatema Tuz Zohora and Md Arif Hosen

Tax compliance burden on SMEs in Durban: Perspectives from tax practitioners and business owners pp. 240-250

Lungisani Buthelezi, Lesley Stainbank and Mary Mutanda

Statistical properties, dynamic conditional correlation, and scaling analysis: evidence from international financial markets high-frequency data pp. 251-255

Samuel Tabot Enow

The positive experiences of caregivers utilizing under five child healthcare service in vhembe district, South Africa pp. 256-265

Sophy Mogatlogedi Moloko, Idah Moyo and Livhuwane Tshivhase

From emergency relief to structural redress: Rethinking South Africa’s SRD grant as a basic relief income program pp. 267-273

Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie

Breaking the silence: Tackling gender-based violence in higher education, with a focus on LGBTQI+ Communities pp. 274-283

Lesedi Kekana, Koketso Cathrine Mudau, Decent Munzhelele, Phoke Alpha Rakgwata and Tsireledzo Sikhitha

Publication of annual reports among commercial public enterprises in Namibia: an updated (2020/2021-2023/2024) situational analysis pp. 284-300

Ralph Marenga

The influence of formal central-local government interface on implementing good agricultural practices pp. 301-314

Sarah Killagane, David Mhando, Pius Nyamhanga and Christopher Mahonge

An explorative study on the impact of early marriage on girl child’s education in South Africa pp. 315-324

Decent Munzhelele, Phoke Alpha Rakgwata, Nsuku Hammington Baloyi and Tsireledzo Sikhitha

Beyond the known: analysing complexities of novice researchers in identifying and filling research gaps in social science scholarship pp. 325-334

Radiakga Thabang Molokomme

Digital agriculture: implications for the agricultural labour market pp. 335-346

Emmanuel Ndhlovu

The role of price, land, labor, and capital on Kepok Banana farmer's income in Sikka Regency: the mediating role of production pp. 347-360

Henderikus Darwin Beja, Budiyanto and Djawoto

Productive asset creation as a panacea to reinforce local economic development in Botswana pp. 361-367

Kudzai Percy Siyavizva

Educational barriers for HIV/AIDS-affected rural female learners with disabilities in Zimbabwe during El Niño droughts pp. 368-378

Saruchera Munyaradzi and Chidarikire Munyaradzi

The registration conundrum: A sociological perception into the experiences of first-year students at the University of Venda in South Africa pp. 379-390

Phoke Alpha Rakgwata, Talifhani Trevor Ramatswi and Decent Munzhelele

Exploring technological knowledge as a pre-requisite for e-tutorship: a case in open distance e-learning pp. 391-400

Mpipo Zipporah Sedio

Occupational therapists’ and educators’ experiences of the school-to-work transition for learners with mild intellectual disability pp. 401-418

Ntsieni Teresia Dzhugudzha, Kitty Uys and Enos Ramano

Comprehending education: a compelling case for prioritizing education within national and international development agendas pp. 419-427

Chiedza Simbo

Teachers' challenges in supporting grade 7 learners with reading difficulties in inclusive settings pp. 428-439

Nthabiseng Istorina Mahetlana and Mubi Frieda Mavuso

Reforming basic education in South Africa: Socio-Political implications of the BELA Bill pp. 440-448

Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie

Bridging the digital divide: enhancing emergency remote teaching through strategies informed by senior academics at a South African university of technology pp. 449-458

Radiakga Thabang Molokomme

HIV testing service utilization and linkage to care under UTT in North-West South Africa pp. 459-467

Dzunisani B Mhlari, Raikane James Seretlo and Mathildah Mpata Mokgatle

Decolonization of judiciary attire in Africa: Rethinking the symbolic meaning of wigs for black judges pp. 468-475

Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie

Trapped in turmoil: the developmental toll of insurgencies in Nigeria since 2014 pp. 476-488

James David

Enhancing the scope and efficiency of the witness protection programme in the South African criminal justice system pp. 489-509

Tsokolo Augustinus Posholi and Phillip Vuma

Challenges and transformations of traditional African marriage in the modern era pp. 510-518510-518

Elvis Madondo and Hummerly Dhobha

Constitutional coups and military interventions: Reassessing extended presidential tenure and its impact on governance in Africa pp. 519-518

Suares Clovis Oukouomi Noutchie

Emerging strategic decisions issues from Uptake of private health insurance in Kenya pp. 529-536

Stephen Muchori Njenga and Stephen Makau Muathe

Recalibration perceptions of risk management challenges within the built environment at the national road infrastructure project within eThekwini Municipality pp. 537-545

Charles Tony Simphiwe Ngwenya and Bokang Sithole

Volume 14, issue 3, 2025

Factors affecting travel intention and purchase behavior of airline passengers: the mediating role of promotional discounts in airline tickets pp. 01-17

Antoinette Nicole De Castro, Mary Gee De Gucena, Ma. Gianina Andrea Serrano and Ph.D. Antonio E. Etrata

Impact of automated picking systems on operational efficiency in South Africa’s manufacturing warehouses pp. 18-29

Tshepo Mabotja

A comparative analysis of lean manufacturing usage in Small and Medium Apparel Enterprises in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa pp. 30-41

Pushpa Govender, Winiswa Mavutha and Tshepo Mabotja

Contribution of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) practices to the wellbeing of communities around the North Mara Gold Mine in Tanzania pp. 42-52

Immaculate Gillo, Odass Bilame and Emiliana Assenga

The influence of hybrid working model on employee performance with the mediation of remote management and effective monitoring: study at PT PLN (Persero) pp. 53-59

Fiena Rasulia, Noermijati and Desi Tri Kurniawati

Deconstructing dimensions of resilience in Small and Medium Enterprise in Eswatini: a literature analysis pp. 60-72

Warren Julius Kule and MacDonald Kanyangale

Where are the women? analysing women in leadership positions at institutions of higher learning in South Africa pp. 73-77

Andile Sokani and Hlengiwe Zulu

Influence of individualized consideration on employee engagement in parastatals in the energy sector in Kenya pp. 78-87

Doris Change

The role of training and development on enhancing work engagement and employee quality service delivery pp. 88-100

Protasia Prosper, Chacha Matoka and Charles Cleophace Ngirwa

Responsible leadership influence on readiness towards change in a South African state-owned enterprise pp. 101-113

Jeremy Mitonga-Monga and Dakalo Precious Monyai

The effect of workplace environment and compensation on employee performance with job satisfaction as an intervening variable; study on employees of Permuda Tirta Kanjuruhan Regency, Malang pp. 114-123

Naves Navila and Desi Tri Kurniawati

Risk management in the oil and gas sector: management of government equities in the Nigeria oil and gas sector pp. 124-138

Ever Obi and Olajide Solomon Fadun

Financial literacy in SMEs: a study of knowledge and practices in Umgungundlovu District, Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa pp. 139-150

Sphume Dlungwane and Bomi Cyril Nomlala

Qualitative analysis of the influence of biases and emotions on decision-making in stock markets: the case of individual investors pp. 151-163

Alain Finet, Julie Laznicka and Hugo Palumbo

Assessing poverty dynamics in social grant dependent household: a comprehensive analysis pp. 164-173

Hannah Dunga

Assessing the financial condition of municipalities in Nepal pp. 174-186

Resam Lal Poudel, Surya Bahadur G C, Devi Lal Sharma, Umesh Singh Yadav, Indra Prasad Tiwari and Ajay Thapa

The influence of financial socialization, financial attitude and locus of control on financial behavior with financial literacy as a mediating variable: study on Generation Z in Malang City pp. 187-197

Zida Fitrotus Salsabila and Sumiati

Examining the impact of marital status and gender on household income dynamics pp. 198-206

Hannah Dunga

Strengthening financial sustainability through corporate governance: a study on commercial banks of Bangladesh pp. 207-217

Md. Shahidul Islam Zahid and Md Golam Ramij

Study of internal and external factors influencing the choice of multi-banking relationships among SMEs in Senegal: an approach using multinomial logistic regression pp. 218-230

Amon Anike Deh, Sarata Barry and Fatoumata Thiam

The relationship between corporate governance and firm profitability among JSE-listed basic materials sector firms pp. 231-241

Lindiwe Nxumalo, Sphume Dlungwane and Bomi Cyril Nomlala

Contribution of revenue enhancement plans to fiscal performance: A study of Local Government Authorities in Tanzania pp. 242-252

Dennis Hyera, Michael Kadigi and Daniel Wilson Ndyetabula

The Impact of Credit Risk Management Policies on the Growth of Deposit Money Banks: The Nigerian Experience pp. 253-264

Ever Obi, Olajide Solomon Fadun and Babajide Abayomi Ijimakinwa

An empirical assessment of financial prudence among South African individuals: investigating savings and investment behaviour pp. 265-280

Siphelele Rulashe, Syden Mishi, Sibanisezwe Khumalo and Desiree Hunter

Why do I change my health behavior? the role of mobile health monitoring and health consciousness pp. 281-288

Po-Chiang Wang, Yu-Lung Wu and Ren-Fang Chao

Teachers’ readiness at modernising teaching of accounting using available technology applications to ensure learners 21st essential skills pp. 286-296

Melikhaya Skhephe and Simbongile Mditshwa

Education the new currency for unification in the African digital society pp. 297-303

Devashree Naidoo

The influence of caring pedagogy on student success and access in one school of education in South Africa pp. 304-310

Kgomotlokoa Thaba-Nkadimene, Duduzile Mzindle, Cephas Makwara, Mamothibe Thamae and Violet Makwara

A cultural significance of the concept “Monna ke Nku, O llela teng†in the Balobedu communities: a case of Motsinoni Village, Greater Letaba Municipality, Limpopo Province pp. 311-319

Phoke Alpha Rakgwata, Pelewe Mphephu and Decent Munzhelele

The impact of financial literacy on the performance of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs): A review of literature pp. 320-332

Tshepang Molosiwa and Jacob Holland

Corporate governance, organizational culture, and firm performance: a systematic literature review (SLR) and future research opportunities pp. 333-346

Neni Meidawati Didied, Gladi Rosida and Ataina Hudayati

Small and Medium-sized Enterprises’ perspectives on the relationship of tax knowledge to tax compliance: An exploratory study in a developing country pp. 347-359

Nompumelelo Precious Sithebe, Lesley June Stainbank and Chanthal Ronald

Dimensions of creativity as mediator between generative artificial intelligence and creative output in Philippine advertising agency pp. 360-368

Ma. Scherry Mei Gonzales, Sophia Nicole Matawaran, Pascua Mary Christ, Rafael Luis Pesueña and Antonio Etrata, Jr.

Augmented theory of planned behaviour, tax literacy and tax compliance in developing countries: a conceptual framework pp. 369-378

Emmanuel Oseifuah

South African research on livestock theft: a systematic review pp. 379-388

Mpho Mzingelwa and Stephen Mutula

The challenges and opportunities in implementing universal health coverage: a comparative study of Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand pp. 389-397

Luthfi Dwi Risyanda

The relationship between practical lifestyles and cost escalation over members’ contribution to health insurance in Tanzania: The mediation of non-communicable diseases pp. 398-417

Salum Kanyungu

An examination of safety culture in patient safety incident reporting: a literature review through the spider framework pp. 418-421

Mutiara Desty

Impact of rewards and benefits on motivation among Allied health professionals in a Public Hospital pp. 422-432

Makoma Molalathoko and Mamoloko Rachidi

Volume 14, issue 2, 2025

Digital skill improvement in creative economy industries pp. 01-12

BRA. Sekar Kinanthi Mpsw and Achmad Sudiro

The relationship between ease of doing business and FDI attraction in South-Eastern Asia pp. 13-26

Darlington Chizema, Ramos Mabugu and Christelle Meniago

Understanding the factors influencing individuals’ intention to buy second-hand clothing: A Mauritius perspective pp. 27-45

Shelley Tyne Tyne Tang Fat Sang and Xue Bing Peng

Transferred affection: Celebrity influencers as enablers of brand loyalty of smartphones in Nigeria’s emerging market pp. 46-57

Kizito Alakwe

The disruptive nature of AI-Powered technologies: balancing the dichotomy of dependence and autonomy for IT Professionals pp. 58-69

Mark Frater and Iiemsa

The effect of servicescape on consumer revisit intention through fine dining restaurant satisfaction and reputation in Malang City pp. 70-78

Majdah Makkiyah Guntur and Nur Khusniyah Indrawati

The influence of strategic planning and organizational culture on organizational performance with transformational leadership as a mediating variable: a study on the Madiun City government pp. 79-90

Haris Al Marzuki Faza and Wahdiyat Moko

Diversity perceptions and organizational commitment as predictors of performance and satisfaction pp. 91-107

Ioana Vinași

Transformational leadership and catalytic collaboration in village development: Study in Mojokerto, East Java, Indonesia pp. 108-113

Novy Setia Yunas, Mochammad Fauzi Said, Abdul Aziz and Mi’rojul Huda

Addressing nurse turnover in Ghana: the interplay of stress factors, job satisfaction, and transformational leadership pp. 114-127

Isaac Duku, Ethel Ansaah Addae, Nilesh Kumar and Muhammad Yaseen Bhutto

The Impact of green human resource management on decent work: Linking environmental sustainability and employee well-being pp. 128-140

Maurus Mpunga

Examining the role of trade unions during salary negotiations in public schools pp. 141-145

Sipho Makgopa and Mpho Makgopa

Tax avoidance: the role of profitability, sales growth, corporate social responsibility, corporate size and age pp. 146-152

Saparila Worokinasih and Nur Imamah

The effect of taxpayer religiosity, tax amnesty, and tax sanction on taxpayer compliance with micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) taxes pp. 153-163

Tomy Prasetia

Capital structure and a firm´s profitability: is there any relationship? pp. 164-172

Samuel Tabot Enow

Influence of demographics on drivers of, and preference for, digital personal banking in South Africa pp. 173-204

Avikar Ramsundra, Roger Mason and Thomas Dobbelstein

Holding momentum on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange pp. 205-216

Johannes Scheepers De Beer

Chinese mining sector investment and energy independence in Africa: A panel data analysis of 20 Countries from 2013 to 2022 pp. 217-232

Makatleho Georginah Domela, Ze Tian and Brian Mereta

Exploring savings and spending behaviour among university graduates in Bangladesh pp. 233-240

Sojib Islam, Rahatul Islam and Raad Mozib Lalon

Determinants of bank deposits under changing economic conditions in South Africa pp. 241-251

Richard Apau and Athenia Bongani Sibindi

Democracy and inclusivity: the political participation and representation of People Living with Disabilities (PLWDs) in Africa pp. 252-261

Adekunle Akinola and Nolubabalo Magam-Chaka

Empowering rural communities in the Vhembe district to prevent gender based violence: an impact evaluation of the men and boys championing change programme pp. 262-271

Konanani Constance Matambela, Rendani Tshifhumulo and Bernard Nthambeleni

Psychosocial challenges faced by young females dating sugar daddies a case study conducted at the selected university, Limpopo Province, South Africa pp. 272-278

Valeria Baloyi, Mpho Madzhie and Maphuti Chueng

Exploring perceptions and challenges of transitioning wood processing SMEs into commercial ventures: a case study of Buseko and Mandevu-Chaisa markets in Zambia pp. 279-290

Adrian Robert Saluti, Bupe Getrude Mutono Mwanza and Benjamin Kaira

Multipurpose traditional vegetables for food security pp. 291-308

Mokgaetji Georginah Mokganya

Exploring the purpose and evolution of education: from informal learning to formal schooling, challenges, international legal frameworks and recommendations for the future pp. 309-315

Chiedza Simbo

Exploring higher education policies regulating breastfeeding on university campuses: implications for the wellbeing of women academics pp. 325-331

Fikile Xaba, Eyitayo Francis Adanlawo and Mpho Chaka

Applying the UTAUT model to explore user behavior in ChatGPT usage pp. 332-341

Yen-Ling Chou, Yu-Lung Wu and Ren-Fang Chao

Barriers to sustainable integration of ICT in Pietermaritzburg public secondary schools pp. 342-351

John Mangundu, Cephas Makwara and Kgomotlokoa Thaba-Nkadimene

Assessing gender disparities and variability in STEM education using subject scores pp. 352-364

Vhutshilo Nekhubvi, Vuledzani Makhoshi, Vhutshilo Molaudzi, Thakhani Ravele, Ndivhuwo Ndou and Rendani Netshikweta

Mapping the Landscape: Challenges and Growth Prospects for Construction SMEs in Gauteng Province, South Africa pp. 365-374

Henok Hailu and Makgopa Tshehla

Volume 14, issue 1, 2025

Exploring the relationship between ESG performance and firm value in Chinese and US banks The moderating impact of environmental uncertainty and competitive advantage pp. 01-16

Changjun Zheng, Md Abdul Mannan Khan, Changjun Zheng, Rabiul Islam, Md Mohiuddin Chowdhury and Md Mohiuddin Chowdhury

Strengthening resilience: the synergistic role of credit risk and customer relationship management in non-bank financial institutions pp. 17-26

Emmanuel Paulino, Ronald Romero, Paulo Noel Mazo and Ronaldo Tan

International Financial Reporting Standards for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises and the quality of financial reporting: South African Perspective pp. 27-36

Ndivhuwo Sirembe, Vusani Moyo and Emmanuel Kojo Oseifuah

The intervening role of marketing effectiveness on interactive marketing and marketing performance pp. 37-46

Kenneth Kaunda, John Kuria Thuo and George Adegu

The adoption of e-health tools for digital mental health services in a South African higher education institution pp. 47-57

Rhodrick Nyasha Musakuro

An analysis of Taiwanese banks' foreign direct investment timing in Japan: The role of external environmental factors pp. 58-64

Wu-Hua Chang

Financial inclusion through agent banking in Bangladesh: opportunities and challenges pp. 65-73

Dhiman Barua, S.M. Akber, Rozina Akter and Md. Roman Khan

Exploring stochastic volatility in financial market pp. 74-79

Samuel Tabot Enow

Harnessing migration for sustainable development in Africa: challenges and opportunities pp. 80-88

Elvis Madondo and Hummerly Dhobha

A sociological investigation into the factors influencing women's political participation in South Africa: a qualitative approach pp. 100-111

Andile Sokani, Sinelisiwe Thwala and Motlagabo Matseke

Exploring the divine: a deeper look into religious motifs in Siswati poetry pp. 112-119

Khulisile Nkuna and Innocent Zitha

Exploring the measures to improve parent-teen sexual health communication in rural Mpumalanga province, South Africa pp. 120-128

Nothando Mbalenhle Mngomezulu, Majapi Masala-Chokwe and Tshiamo Ramalepa

The effects of foster care backlog on prospective beneficiaries in Thulamela Municipality, Limpopo Province, South Africa pp. 129-135

Livhuwani Mafela and Tumelo Sekgobela

Challenges facing uMsunduzi local municipality in supporting SMMEs in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa pp. 136-143

Njabulo Xulu

The ideal 4th Industrial Revolution lecturer in South African Universities pp. 144-150

Takalani Mashau

Project-based learning for promotion of entrepreneurial education among first level science students pp. 151-159

Rene Pearce, Innocent Zitha, Georgina Mokganya, Vhutshilo Molaudzi, Vhutshilo Nekhubvi and Osca Matsilele

Lexical reiteration as the English First Additional Language learners’ strategic approach to achieve cohesion in essay writing pp. 160-168

Mzamani Khosa, Khazamula Maswanganyi and Innocent Zitha

Evaluating the representation of entrepreneurship in grade 10-12 business studies syllabus in South African schools pp. 169-174

Sanele Ngcobo

Sustainable development goals (SDGs) within Romanian accounting research from Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) pp. 175-191

Emil Adrian Bancu

The effectiveness of service provision in the South African local municipalities A case of the selected Municipality in North West Province pp. 192-198

Eunice Chesa, Arthur Shopola and Lusanda Juta

Barriers to quality nursing documentation at a mental health institution A qualitative study pp. 199-208

Andile Glodin Mokoena- De Beer, Itumeleng George Masondo and Nkhensani Florence Mabunda

Investigating factors that encumber old mutual protect covers in South Africa pp. 209-214

Reginald M. Ndwamai, Ndivhuwo Sirembe and Ambani Tshikovhi

An era of political destruction: The post-South Africa’s 2024 Elections Outcome pp. 215-221

Karabo Thobejane and Thabang Motswaledi

Modelling intrusion detection systems using swarm intelligence pp. 222-236

Wamashudu Sigogo and Rodney Mushininga