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

2012 - 2026

Current editor(s): Prof.Dr.Umit Hacioglu

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Volume 15, issue 4, 2026

How do online browsing motivations influence impulse buying? A uses and gratifications perspective pp. 01-13

Shing-Chi Fan, Ren-Fang Chao, Chuan-Chun Wu and Zhe-Cheng Chen

Online promotional content, business image, and purchase intention toward informal clothing enterprises: a pre–post survey study in Bangladesh pp. 14-26

Md. Shahidur Rahman Khan, Fatema-Tuz Zohora, Md. Amimul Ehasan and Md. Mohiuddin

Examining the effectiveness of health food advertising based on Optimal Arousal Theory pp. 27-38

Chih-Yu Wang, Ren-Fang Chao, Chor-Sum Au-Yeung and Yu-Lung Wu

Factors affecting principals’ readiness to implement policies with reference to the policy on the South African standard for principals pp. 39-47

Mzamani Eliah Nkuna, Livhuwani Gladys Nkondo and Decorate Mathebula

The role of cooperative membership in improving global value chain participation among smallholder maize farmers in the Eastern Cape, South Africa pp. 48-58

Aneza Madini and Thembalethu Macdonald Seti

The impact of digital transformation on the non-financial performance of small and medium-sized enterprises in the city of Mbombela local municipality, South Africa pp. 59-72

Kheneth Sabelo Sandleni and Floyd Khoza

Disaggregating the effects of corporate social responsibility on community economic wellbeing in Tanzania’s mining sector pp. 73-88

Nyanda J. Shuli, France A. Shayo and Chacha A. Matoka

Drivers of customer satisfaction in the telecommunications industry of Zimbabwe: A mixed-methods study from Manicaland Province pp. 89-103

Ruth Shiridzinodya, Dzidzai Muchakubvura, Ranzi Mazenge Rusike, Sifiso Vilakati, Bonginkosi Wellington Zondi and Sizwe Vincent Mbona

Comparative analysis of quality control practices in manufacturing: Insights from South African specialists pp. 104-112

Tshepo Mabotja and Cheryl Rielander

Conceptualising the Resource-Based View and the Theory of Firm Heterogeneity: A systematic theoretical review and call for future research in strategic management pp. 113-123

Nelly Musau, Ruth Muli, Grace Ndethi, Mugambi Zachary and Patrick Oboge

Competitor elimination strategy and performance of motor vehicle assemblers in Kenya pp. 124-134

Sonia Mutende Mutinda, Beatrice Ombaka and Laban Chesang

Sustainable innovation and business sustainability in food SMEs: The mediating role of zero waste operations pp. 135-146

Joko Purwadi and Hatammimi Jurry

Wage disparities and their effects on employee performance: Insights from the Zimbabwe telecommunication sector pp. 147-160

Augustine Torayi Mataba, Munyaradzi Chibaro, James Kanyepe, Josephine S. Moeti-Lysson and Jacob Chizunza

An exploratory study of stakeholder perceptions of the new directions necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic and their importance for the management of work-integrated learning pp. 161-171

Thobekile Ndhlovu, Jane Skinner and Smangele Moyane

The role of Work Integrated Learning (WIL) on student readiness for the working environment in the department of human resources management at the Durban University of Technology pp. 172-179

Ashnee Rajlal, Tatenda Chikukwa and Lungisani Webster Hlophe

Green transformational leadership and organizational sustainability in Egypt’s renewable energy sector: The mediating role of green talent management pp. 180-193

Gihan Ibrahim

Integrating individual and organizational factors: Drivers of patient satisfaction in Indonesia premuim hospitals pp. 194-204

Agus Wismoyo and Muhammad Yorga Permana

A multi-dimensional approach to nurse talent management and employee retention pp. 205-217

Lerotholi My

Approaches to employee retention challenges in corporate organisations: A systematic literature review pp. 218-232

Damilola Victoria Adeliyi, Ayogeboh Epizitone and Smangele Pretty Moyane

The effect of economic globalisation on income inequality in Botswana pp. 233-248

Oscar Chiwira, Lawrence Jambani, Lovemore Muchingami and Kudzanai Charity Muchuchuti

Dynamic capabilities and loan delinquency management: Implications for the financial sustainability of microfinance institutions in Tanzania pp. 249-260

Gasper Chuwa, Saganga Kapaya and Gwahula Raphael

Formal and informal institutional pressures and public sector financial reporting quality: Evidence from Ghana pp. 261-276

Eyram Adzo Nyamuame, Eric Hope, Constance Phyllis Puttick, Edward Annan, Mensah Marfo and Francis Kofi Sobre Frimpong

Does bigger still mean better? How seed capital affects performance of Jua Kali enterprises in Kamukunji, Kenya pp. 277-292

Wanja Wangongu, Stephen M.A. Muathe and Eliud Obere

Mapping the global skills gap: An analysis of regional and sectoral challenges in a transforming global economy pp. 293-301

Innocent Tinashe Mutero and Nyankomo Marwa

From anticipated regret to experienced regret: Evidence from a stock market simulation pp. 302-315

Alain Finet, Kevin Kristoforidis and Julie Laznicka

How is the concept of development defined, conceptualised, configured, and operationalised within International Development Financed (IDF) projects: Evidence and perspectives from IDF projects within integrated transboundary landscapes and seascapes in Tanzania pp. 316-329

Edward Gerald Ndilanha, Jan Erik Jaensson and Raphael Gwahula

Trade credit, financial inclusion and firms’ performance in Sub Saharan Africa pp. 330-341

Frank Mwombeki, Benny Mwenda and Edina Nathanael

Assessing the socioeconomic impact of the Ashrayan Project on homeless individuals at Gopalganj District in Bangladesh pp. 342-351

MD. Naimur Rahman Khandkar, S.M. Nasim Azad, Rehena Parveen, Tushar Ahmmad and Md. Shohel Rana

The language of corruption: A literary analysis of social and moral decay in selected Xitsonga protest poems pp. 352-361

Ndzalama Maluleke and Lebogang Steven Shirindzi

Prevention over separation: A critical perspective on child protection practice and policy pp. 362-370

Mmaphuti Percy Dipela

Challenges experienced by single mothers in low-resourced African communities: A literature review pp. 371-377

Misheck Dube and Maseitlholo Ellen Tlhojane

Coping with climate change-related risks in rural Zimbabwe: Evidence from Bikita District pp. 378-394

Victor Jaravaza and Hilda Jaka Mabiza

Challenges of nurses caring for mental healthcare users in the emergency care unit of Gauteng hospital: a qualitative study pp. 395-402

Rirhandzu Friddah Mathevula and Miyelani Silence Maluleke

Gender-based violence against man: A silent reality pp. 403-411

Wiseman Ntlhari Mathebula, Selaelo Dimakatso Matuba, Senthate Sakios Machaba and Norman Mathebula

Humour as a coping mechanism during Nigeria’s economic crisis pp. 412-425

Omowumi Boboye and Johnson Olawale Bamigbose

A doctrinal analysis on enforcement mechanisms and compliance challenges in African continental free trade area: Transport services regulatory framework pp. 426-437

Ogochukwu Chidiebere Nweke, Iipumbu Vistorina, Ndilimeke Helvi Petrus and Kennedy Kaumba Mabuku

Re-imagining community trust in primary health care service delivery in Nigeria: policy lessons from Rwanda pp. 438-447

Omowunmi Boboye and Nirmala Dorasamy

The prevalence and patterns of substance use among psychiatric patients at a tertiary hospital in Tshwane, Gauteng Province, South Africa pp. 448-460

Thivhudzwi Hellen Shai, Kebogile Elizabeth Mokwena and Mohora Feida Malebatja

Does artificial intelligence enhance or undermine teaching and learning in higher education? pp. 461-470

Sibonelo Sibahle Mpanza

The effects of conflicts of human rights: a case study of teachers’ safety in South African schools pp. 471-479

Julius Theledi Nkube, Khashane Stephen Malatji and Juliet Masalesa

Examining gender laws to promote equality in Ekurhuleni primary school leadership pp. 480-488

Joy Moyo and Mthanti Bj

Strategic planning failures in law enforcement organisations: a qualitative management perspective pp. 489-501

Phillip Vuma and Grace Vuma

Artificial intelligence, indigenous knowledge systems, and prospects for sustainable food system transformation in Africa pp. 502-514

Emmanuel Ndhlovu

Examining the constitutional linguistic rights on the use of English as a lingua franca in South African courts system pp. 515-525

Sandile Dike and Lutendo Nendauni

Volume 15, issue 3, 2026

How leisure crafting influences leisure satisfaction: A self-determination theory perspective pp. 01-12

Jui-Chieh Chang, Ren-Fang Chao and Liang-Chien Lee

Relationship quality and trust in automotive supply chains pp. 13-23

Aletta Tolmay, Riaan Drikse van Schalkwyk and Sumei van Antwerpen

Corporate social responsibility, talent development and performance outcomes: The case of youth-led entrepreneurial firms in South Africa pp. 24-35

Monument Thulani Bongani Makhanya

Enhancing operational efficiency and customer-centric practices through ERP adoption in South African construction SMEs pp. 36-47

Tshepo Mabotja and Makhosi Maphanga

Corporate governance structures in family-owned businesses in Botswana pp. 48-53

Sihlobo Nyoni

Evaluating the relative impacts of operations management versus marketing on Quick Service Restaurants (QSR)performance: A case study of the Laudian Group pp. 54-61

Ruan Strauss, Abner Mthembu and Alexander Oluka

The analysis of the transition of artificial intelligence projects and automation in the manufacturing industry pp. 62-75

Dickson Mdhlalose and Jabulani Hlungwana

Analysing the differences in textile waste management practices between the Global North and the Global South apparel industry pp. 76-85

Sthembile Ngubo and Winiswa Mavutha

Impact of consumer over-indebtedness on consumer wellbeing through a qualitative exploration in a South African setting pp. 86-95

Teshani Devi Sewnunan and Sachin Suknunan

The proposed hospital disaster risk management evaluation model: A South African case study pp. 96-107

Mokata Johannes Nkwana

The role of language choice in leadership credibility and workplace trust: A case study of higher learning institutions in Tanzania pp. 108-117

Prisca B. Makulilo and Emmanuel S. Shindika

AI-powered employee attrition prediction: Key insights from the Gauteng ICT sector pp. 118-131

Lufungula Osembe and Nokuthula Noncotshe Ntungo Tuliswa

Merit-based recruitment and affirmative action in the public service: tension or transformation? pp. 132-141

Simon Matome Nkgapele and Nhlanhla Sibusiso Malinga

Choosing the right type of collaboration in improving service delivery: The local government sphere in South Africa pp. 142-148

Xolisile G. Ngumbela

The moderating effect of employee engagement on the relationship between exemplary transformational leadership and the performance of selected water and sewerage companies in Kenya pp. 149-157

Joseph Njuguna Gachugia, Walter Juma Ongeti and Truphena Oduol

The influence of organisational design on gender-specific stress and workplace productivity pp. 158-164

Ntombenhle Mandlazi

Perceived organizational culture and its influence on employees’ change readiness in Malawi state-owned enterprises pp. 165-177

Jeremy Mitonga-Monga and Samuel Kaleke

An integrated model of employee performance: Linking belongingness, spirituality, and satisfaction via organizational commitment pp. 178-187

Abdul Rachman, Budiyanto and Suhermin

Centralised recruitment for senior management in South Africa's public sector: Implications for service delivery pp. 188-203

Mosekama Osia Mokhele and Simon Matome Nkgapele

A critical examination of the commissioner’s discretionary powers under the vat act: A South African perspective pp. 204-209

Sizakele Ngwenya, Daniel P. Schutte and Banele Dlamini

Gradual gains: The dynamic export effects of Turkey’s regional trade agreements pp. 210-220

TuÄŸba Ortay Baykal

Behavioral asset pricing: Review and synthesis in international markets pp. 221-225

Samuel Tabot Enow

Forecasting stock index returns using ARIMA-SVM, ARIMA-ANN, and ARIMA-random forest hybrid models pp. 226-232

Samuel Tabot Enow

How blockchain technology can address fraud in financial markets: The case of South Africa pp. 233-245

Dickson Mdhlalose and Jabulani Hlungwana

Idiosyncratic risk of investing in international financial markets pp. 246-250

Samuel Tabot Enow

Local economic impact of female farmer competitions on sustainable agricultural development in Vhembe district, Limpopo province pp. 251-258

Betty Sehlola, Phumudzo Gift Munyai-Matshotshi and Nkhangwe Makhavhu

Cyber risk management strategies in deposit money banks: Implications of cybersecurity investment and cyber insurance on profitability pp. 259-268

Ayobaye Salemcity and Elza Odendaal

Investor attention and stock market volatility: Does geopolitical risk matter? pp. 269-282

Damien Kunjal, Tyla de Bruyn, Kimberly Govender, Jodie Kettle and Yuven Kristnasamy

Exploring circular economy practices for environmental sustainability at a local municipality in South Africa pp. 283-293

Zakithi Mpungose and Baphiwe Daweti

Poverty in the post-apartheid South Africa: Causes, challenges and prospects pp. 294-304

M Matyana and M Mpofu

Parents and teachers’ perceptions of the need for school social workers in South African underprivileged high schools pp. 305-315

Nkhensani Catherine Mabunda and Gift Khumalo

Socio-technical pathways to climate resilience: Evaluating the intersection of indigenous knowledge and digital tools in South African disaster management pp. 316-322

Ophilile Mdhluli

A scoping review protocol on mentorship and life-coaching interventions for orphaned secondary school learners in Klipgat, South pp. 323-330

Eulenda Banda, Thembi Simbeni and Olanrewaju Oladimeji

Barriers to innovation in the Somalia Public sector: A policy and organizational perspective pp. 331-340

Masa Sylvester Motadi

A qualitative study of factors driving and influencing unlawful mining in the City of Ekurhuleni pp. 341-347

M.M. Lebea, J.T. Mofokeng and Dee Khosa

Integrating smart textiles into workwear: Enhancing safety, functionality, and aesthetic appeal for modern labour environments in South Africa pp. 348-358

Mondli Buthelezi and Winiswa Mavutha

The effects of bullying on teaching and learning in the foundation phase pp. 359-368

Murungwa Dzialwa and Shonisani Agnes Mulovhedzi

Lecturers’ perceptions on harnessing digital tools and teaching strategies for effective blended learning in higher education: A case of the University of Technology pp. 369-382

Radiakga Thabang Molokomme and Solly Lebelo

Digital globalization and access to education in Sub-saharan Africa pp. 383-391

Suares C. O. Noutchie, Mbroh Nana Adjoah and Emile Franc Doungmo Goufo

Digital skills development and employability among ODeL students: Implications for inclusive economic growth in South Africa pp. 392-405

Adeniyi Onafadeji and Lisebo Ntiso

An examination of mentoring practices for university lecturers in scholarly writing pp. 406-415

Vimbi Petrus Mahlangu and Tebo Jillian Mampane

Artificial intelligence in entrepreneurship education: A bibliometric review (2016-2025) pp. 416-425

Takawira Ndofirepi and Renier Steyn

Listening, speaking and learning: Teachers’ use of low-tech digital tools to enhance learner engagement in English First Additional Language (EFAL) classrooms pp. 426-437

Makwalete Malatji and Victor Rhulani Nkuna

Starting over at 35 is a myth: How business education enables smart career pivots pp. 438-451

Abner Mthembu and Alexander Oluka

Strategies to enhance research skills among the Bachelor of Education students in Universities of Technology pp. 452-461

Anele May

Developing foundation phase mathematics pre-service teachers at a University in the Eastern Cape province, South Africa: Teaching number sense pp. 462-470

Nondwe Cynthia Phelokazi Ngibe

Balancing the chalkboard: Novice educators navigate multi-grade primary teaching pp. 471-478

Rudzani Netshivhale and Fhatuwani Ravhuhali

The portrayal of South African female prison (correctional centre) life through News24 and YouTube online media platforms using 2018-2024 case studies pp. 479-493

Linda Moloko Seomane and Witness Maluleke

Police visibility, crime reduction and community trust: Evidence from hot spot Policing in selected Tembisa townships pp. 494-503

Thompho Tshivhase and Kabelo Mmola

Guardians against abduction: The role of private security companies in combating kidnapping in South Africa pp. 504-515

Krisandren Pillay

Modus Operandi used by hijackers to hijack buildings in Johannesburg, South Africa pp. 516-523

Rudzani Ngobele and Beauty Thabisile Lebitso

We are working with what we have: Operational realities, improvisation, and officer coping strategies in under-resourced rural police stations pp. 534-541

Thompho Tshivhase and Lutho Ngozi

Community-police relations and informal guardianship in rural South Africa: Lessons from the uMlalazi crime prevention experience pp. 542-552

Thompho Tshivhase and Thando Chonco

Compliance with mandatory ID badge policies in Tanzanian public hospitals: A case study of Dar-es-Salaam referral hospitals pp. 553-562

Faisal Issa, Lilian Arnold Kimario and Edith Lwiza

Political institutions and Foreign Direct Investment in the Arab Maghreb Union pp. 563-578

Darlington Chizema, Ramos Emmanuel Mabugu and Christelle Meniago

Nurturing entrepreneurial skills and mindsets: the imperative role of English methodology in higher education pp. 579-592

Israel Creleanor Mulaudzi

Fostering the just energy transition amid competing discourses of coal and renewable energy in South Africa pp. 593-601

Fortunate Maponya, Tlou Millicent Ramoroka and Ngoako Johannes Mokoele

Socio-economic determinants of smallholder maize farmers’ participation in global value chains in South Africa pp. 602-610

Aneza Madini and Thembalethu Macdonald Seti

From consultation to collaboration: Examining local community involvement in tourism planning and decision-making in Thohoyandou pp. 611-619

Pfarelo Manavhela, Acha-Anyi, Portia Pearl Siyanda Sifolo and Uwe P Hermann

Volume 15, issue 2, 2026

Digital platform capabilities and agility: The role of technological uncertainty in SMEs pp. 01-14

Saba Hafeez and Ding Xiu-Hao

Factors of e-WOM influencing consumer buying behaviour pp. 15-22

Faith Tinonetsana, Veena P Rawjee and Jeevarathnam P Govender

Absorptive capacity as a driver of strategic technological change for sustainable performance in the financial sector: A survey of insurance firms in Kenya pp. 23-35

Fiona Awino and James M. Kilika

Modelling the interplay of entrepreneurial abilities and support systems on entrepreneurial activity and success: The moderating role of societal value pp. 36-52

Chux Gervase Iwu, Eugine Tafadzwa Maziriri, Jeremiah Machingambi, Derek Yu and Christiana kappo-Abidemi

What drives fans’ live game attendance intentions? An Event System Theory perspective pp. 53-64

Yu-Chuan Hsieh, Ren-Fang Chao and Han-Yee Leong

Concept analysis: The interplay of work-life balance, nurse educator and nursing education institution pp. 65-75

Letta Mathebula and Rirhandzu Friddah Mathevula

Enhancing inventory management through safety stock policy: A case of Mongolian pharmaceutical supply organization pp. 76-86

Bayartsetseg Ganzorig, Altanchimeg Zanabazar, Shurentsetseg Bira and Bayarmaa Dorjnaran

Building capacity for research data management services in institutions of higher learning: A systematic literature review pp. 87-95

Janine Lockhart and Michael Twum-Darko

Rethinking financial reporting in the digital era: A review of emerging issues and challenges pp. 96-106

Musammat Tahmina Khanom and Mohammad Zahed Hussain

Dynamic interplay between government expenditure and private sector in South Africa’s economy: Crowding-in versus crowding-out effects pp. 107-116

Bongumusa Makhoba

The relationship between market-wide investor sentiment and bank returns: Evidence from the JSE pp. 117-132

Monique Potgieter, Fabian Moodley and Sune Ferreira-Schenk

Green loans, green mortgages, and CO₂ emissions in Nigeria: Evidence from ARDL (2012 –2024) pp. 133-147

Elizabeth Ashadi Ogonegbu and Dorothy Muthoka Kagwaini

Evaluating the effectiveness of activity-based costing in improving cost efficiency in listed South African retailers pp. 148-160

Mufunwa Takalani Rasisi, Arthur Reynolds and Charles Munkuli

Gross capital formation, diaspora remittances and the migration paradox: explaining persistent rural underdevelopment pp. 161-174

Alexander Maune

Local government empowerment in eradicating poverty and inequality: Perceptions from the Slamanga community in Mozambique pp. 175-186

Mary M. Mthembu and Richard M. Mthethwa

Are foreign banks a good option for women entrepreneurs in Bangladesh seeking financing? pp. 187-195

Afrin Sultana, Md. Johir Rayhan and Sadia Noor Khan

Assessing the effects of national election results on economic development in South Africa pp. 196-202

Oupa Hlatshwayo

The impact of Gross Domestic Product, Consumer Price Index, and Foreign Direct Investment on unemployment: A case of South Africa pp. 203-211

Ronewa Mudzanani

The impact of inflation on general and green bonds: Evidence from Taiwan bond market pp. 212-220

Po-Jung Chen and Chih-Yu Yang

How South Africa is using its G20 Presidency (2025) to push for issues affecting poorer countries, especially African state?: Inequality, sovereign debt, financing for development pp. 221-231

Ampfarisaho Ashley Mudau and Stewart Lee Kugara

Discovering sexuality in an African context: An Afrocentric perspective pp. 232-241

Samukezi Mrubula-Ngwenya, Makhura Rapanyane, Sethuthuthu Vuma and Lebogang Legodi

The effectiveness of community-based early childhood development programs in improving the cognitive and socio-emotional development of children in rural-based communities pp. 242-251

Decent Munzhelele, Livhuwani Sibisi, Pembelani Nemauluma and Anza Tshilidzi Rudzani Nengovhela

The influence of gender roles on a recreational participation among the Africans: Literature review from an Afrocentric lens pp. 252-260

Khutso Lekgothoane, Ananias Motadi Selekane and Osia Livhuwani Munyangane

Examining the long-term effects of Apartheid’s Tribal Classification on ethnic tensions and political fragmentation in post-apartheid South Africa pp. 261-270

Vutivi Tony Mkhacani and Stewart Lee Kugara

The impact of Covid-19 on the mental health of nurses in primary healthcare facilities in Ekurhuleni South, Gauteng Province, South Africa pp. 271-291

Mosidi Esther Mogotsi, Mathildah Mokgatle and Oluwafemi Omoniyi Oguntibeju

The well-being of secret children of paternal infidelity: A pastoral- theological and counselling perspective pp. 292-302

Hundzukani Khosa-Nkatini, Lebogang Moeti, Bakadzi Moeti and Tshenolo Jennifer Madigele

Community perceptions of Ubuntu through participatory engagement: A societal impact evaluation in rural South Africa pp. 303-312

Mulalo Maumela, Vhonani Netshandama, Mammusa Lekoa and Nakisani Nemadodzi

The Influence of the Psychological Contract on Employee Retention in a Mining Environment pp. 313-321

Kholiswa Mogoeng, Reginald Ndwamai and Doreen Morukhu

Digital Pathways to Community Justice: Mahosi, Social Media, and Gender-Based Violence Prevention in Vhembe District, South Africa pp. 322-329

Konanani Constance Matambela, Rendani Tshifhumulo and Bernard Nthambeleni

A qualitative study on the undesirable experiences of caregivers raising children with developmental disabilities in a rural community in South Africa pp. 330-342

Nontokozo Lilian Mbatha and Kebogile Mokwena

Role of emotional intelligence and hopelessness in predicting psychological adjustment among Chittagong University students in Bangladesh pp. 343-348

Ayesha Akter and Muhammad Hoque

The effectiveness of the strategic initiative that local government use to eradicate poverty and inequality pp. 349-356

Mary M. Mthembu and Nokukhanya N. Jili-Mbanjwa

Exploring patients' satisfaction with quality healthcare service in public hospitals: An integrated review pp. 357-367

Nkhensani Florence Mabunda

Assessing comprehensive knowledge and behaviour towards HIV/AIDS among young women in Tshwane, South Africa pp. 368-373

Joyce Kgomotso Kwenje, Mmampedi Huma, Mabina Mogale and Muhammad Hoque

From choice to satisfaction: Understanding qualification selection at TVET college in Limpopo Province pp. 374-383

Thivhavhudzi Prince Magoloi and Fhatuwani Ravhuhali

Recalibrating higher education: Aligning African curricula with the demands of a future driven workforce pp. 384-393

Rebecca Tiffany Naidoo and Muhammad Ehsanul Hoque

Enhancing self-directed learning among pre-service teachers through e-portfolios at an open distance education institution in South Africa pp. 394-403

Nduduzo Brian Gcabashe

Exploring COVID-19 disruptions and adaptation in teaching and learning at a South African historically disadvantaged university pp. 404-418

Neziswa Lucia Petshwa, Tando Rulashe and Kutu Sam Ramolobe

The effect of teaching mathematics using home language in the foundation phase pp. 419-428

Lusani Randima, Lebongang Steven Shirindzi and Matodzi Godfrey Sikhwari

Authentic e-assessment in South African higher education: A systematic review of AI-driven assessment practices and challenges pp. 429-443

Bianca N Mkhize-Simelane and Xolani Khohliso

Navigating the maze: Unpacking challenges for university educators in South Africa pp. 444-456

Jeremiah Machingambi and Chux Gervase Iwu

The urgent need for a paradigm shift from traditional pedagogical teaching approaches to Andragogy and Heutagogy in higher education (SA): DUT philosophy of education perspective pp. 457-467

Buyani Nkabinde

The influence of language-related challenges experienced by learners on their epistemic access in history pp. 468-477

Kagiso Thapelo Lekhethe and Boitumelo Benjamin Moreeng

Inhibitors to digital transformation in South African retail SMMEs pp. 478-492

Luyolo Mahlangabeza and Michael Twum-Darko

Machine learning approaches to modelling marriage duration in South Africa pp. 493-497

Muhammad Hoque and Rafiul Hoque

Organizational agility as a dynamic capability for improving ESG performance of SMEs pp. 498-509

Saba Hafeez and Ding Xiu-Hao

Digital disruption and coping strategies of small agribusinesses in Mangaung Metropolitan municipality, South Africa pp. 510-521

Lentswe Mosweunyane and Nomfundo Gladys Khoza

Determinants of mobile money use by the informal sector in a developing economy pp. 522-535

Farai Gaba, Ephrem Habtemichael Redda and Steven Henry Dunga

Digital technology integration in healthcare: A comparative review of hospitals in the United States and selected African countries pp. 536-544

Happiness Ifunanya Anusi

IT capability for increasing revenue generating activities of private universities pp. 545-553

Erna Handayani

Breaking the silence: spiritual and emotional pathways of domestic violence survivors pp. 554-562

Ngudo Chauke and Lufuluvhi Mudimeli

Bridging Knowledge Gaps in Firearm Evidence Analysis: Identification, Individualisation, and Operational Challenges in Criminal Investigations pp. 563-572

Mpho Maboa

Role of generative artificial intelligence in crime investigation in South Africa pp. 573-582

Lehlohonolo Wonderboy Mahlatsi

Socio-cultural drivers of substance abuse among women in South Africa: Social workers' perspectives pp. 583-594

Dzunisani Euginea Baloyi

Power, patriarchy, and violence: A sociological analysis of gender-based violence against women in South Africa pp. 595-604

Ramatswi Talifhani Trevor

Faith and work in the face of economic inequality: A theological and accounting perspective on unemployment and justice pp. 605-611

Hundzukani P. Khosa Nkatini and Masa Sylvester Motadi

The International Court of Justice and state sovereignty: a delicate balance pp. 612-620

Masabatha Nosisi Lebitsa, Anna Lebogang Mabaso and Stewart Lee Kugara

Constructs of essentialist diversity discourse that undermine social cohesion in post-apartheid South Africa pp. 621-632

Fundiswa T Khaile

The domestication and commercialisation of the savha (Sansevieria pearsonii) to underpin rural development targets and livelihood guarantees in the Pfumembe Village of the Musekwa Valley, Limpopo Province, South Africa pp. 633-645

Mavhungu Abel Mafukata

Pathways to independence: Exploring the resilience and transition of youth leaving foster care in Tshwane District Municipality pp. 646-658

Sandile Lucas Dhludhlu

From dependence to authenticity: Financial independence and theological education as catalysts for decolonising reformed worship in South Africa (1980–present) pp. 659-669

Ndidzulafhi Mudau

Breaking the cycle: the role of education in lifting families out of poverty pp. 670-678

Ramatswi Talifhani Trevor and Munyai Rinae Norris

Religious transformation in the age of globalisation: A case study of Thohoyandou, South Africa (2015–2025) pp. 679-688

Ndidzulafhi Mudau and Rendani Tshifhumulo

Volume 15, issue 1, 2026

The interplay of leadership and employee relations: Insights from a South African Higher Education Institution (HEI) pp. 01-12

Anrusha Bhana

Mental health stressors affecting academic programme coordinators in one South African university pp. 13-19

Kgomotlokoa Linda Thaba-Nkadimene

An assessment of the relationship between personal financial management and employee productivity in the public sector: The case of the Department of Social Protection, Botswana pp. 20-30

James Sekhomba and Christopher Dick-Sagoe

Evaluation of Higher Learning Institutions Cybersecurity in tackling cybercrime: A review of University of Venda Information Communication Technology Officials pp. 31-40

Matimu Maringa and Azwihangwisi Nelson Mulaudzi

Fraud in carbon offset programs: Threats to market credibility and climate integrity pp. 41-45

Beatah Sibanda and Banele Dlamini

Digitising talent: Rethinking recruitment and selection in the hospitality industry in the fourth industrial revolution pp. 46-52

Njanjobea Isah Leontes and Jeremy Mitonga-Monga

TVET leaders’ role in career sponsorship for lecturers’ advancement: Insights from South African colleges pp. 53-66

Mojalefa Daniel Maluka and Maelekanyo Christopher Mulaudzi

The role of capital markets in enhancing economic growth and job creation in South Africa pp. 67-88

Masa Sylvester Motadi and Ngelekanyo Stanley Maduwa

Estimation of the trade elasticities for the South African economy pp. 89-100

Reuben Jerome Kisten, Ntokozo Hadebe, Simiso Msomi and Malibongwe Nyathi

The impetus for Gig employment in the digital economy: A systematic review pp. 101-106

Arvid Muzanenhamo

The implications of the tax compliance burden on SMEs in Durban: An empirical analysis pp. 107-120

Mary Mutanda, Nompumelelo Precious Sithebe and Lesley June Stainbank

Bridging borders: The role of economic infrastructure in enhancing intra-SADC trade pp. 121-127

Mulatu Fekadu Zerihun and Harris Maduku

Portfolio optimization in the pre-emerging market transition: Evidence from the VN30 index pp. 128-142

Tram Thi Hoai Vo and Pai-Chou Wang

Ubuntu Philosophy and Decolonization of Education in Africa: A Bibliometric Analysis pp. 143-152

Kayode Babatunde Olawumi and Mzuyanda Percival Mavuso

Analysing the role of fingerprint identification as a tool to secure conviction in court: A case study of thohoyandou police station, vhembe district, Limpopo pp. 153-160

Matimu Maringa and Azwihangwisi Nelson Mulaudzi

Realities of foster parents caring for foster care children living with HIV and AIDS pp. 161-171

Mokgadi Merriam Makgopela and Linda Modjadji Shirindi

Exploring the contributory factors in the transition of female victims to perpetrators of domestic violence: A case study of Seshego Policing area, Limpopo province, South Africa pp. 172-183

Chuene Lonia Maswanganye, Witness Maluleke and Olinda Ruth Chabalala

An assessment of the safety of drivers in the e-hailing taxi industry (South Africa) pp. 184-189

M. Given Makola and R J Mokwena

The ramifications of gender based violence on the psychosocial well-being of rural males in Zimbabwe pp. 190-199

Munyaradzi Chidarikire and Juliet Kamwendo

Perceptions of teachers about implementing the national school nutrition programme pp. 200-208

Xolani Wycliff Zulu

Crime data processing and mapping: Challenges of using geographical information systems to combat crime pp. 209-217

M. Given Makola

Disconnected dialogues: Community perceptions of municipal communication in KZN pp. 218-226

Lethu Fuzile, Zwakele Baldwin Ngubane, Veena Parboo Rawjee and Faith Tinonetsana

Integrating Indigenous Knowledge Systems into HIV prevention strategies: a systematic review of community-based health promotion interventions in Southern Africa pp. 227-237

Osia Livhuwani Munyangane, Pfarelo Matshidze, Khutso Lekgothoane, Tobias Mokwena and Vhulenda Negota

The evolving role of the PhD: Transitioning from a degree to a gateway for academic careers pp. 238-247

Zamokuhle Mbandlwa

Harnessing survey insights from mentoring and tutorship (MenTut) student support programme to advance student well-being and academic success pp. 248-259

Fhatuwani Ravhuhali and Takalani Yolanda Tshililo

Student teachers’ beliefs about mathematics teaching in initial teacher education programmes: Implications for equity and social justice pp. 260-269

Fhatuwani Ravhuhali and Lutendo Nendauni

Reconceptualizing the culture of teaching and learning in South African open distance e-learning institutions: the impact of remote work pp. 270-279

Thabiso Zitha

Challenges and opportunities of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in business management and accounting curriculum: A systematic literature review pp. 280-289

Nokuthula Ngobese, Mziwendoda Cyprian Madwe and Makhosazana Faith Vezi-Magigaba

Fostering student engagement and learning through the MenTut programme in higher education pp. 290-298

Takalani Yolanda Tshililo, Fhatuwani Ravhuhali and Hlayisani Mboweni

Exploring innovative pedagogies in primary education: pathways for 21st century learning pp. 299-308

Thivhavhudzi Muriel Badugela

Student perceptions of simplified English and multiple learning tools in English-medium instruction courses in non-English speaking contexts pp. 309-319

Yi-juen Chen

Collaborative learning in action: Building problem-solving communities in accounting education pp. 320-331

Ajuma Walusa and Makeresemese Rosy Q.m

Trade Unions in Social Development Policy Formulation in South Africa: COSATU and the National Health Insurance (NHI) pp. 332-341

Sonia Mabunda-Kaziboni and Danielle Nel-Sanders

Missed opportunities in preferential procurement: Definitional ambiguity and its implications for effective implementation within the South African government pp. 342-350

Sanele Khomo, Snenhlanhla Molefe and Hlengiwe Mabizela

An overview of the lifestyle audit as a strategy to combat corruption pp. 351-356

Mokiritlana Given Makola

Exploring the benefits of invasive alien plant species as food sources: Mapping their socio-ecological impacts in Zimbabwe pp. 357-364

Alfred Maroyi

Afrocentric recreational participation patterns of rural-based adults in South Africa: An systematic review pp. 365-377

Khutso Lekgothoane, Osia Livhuwani Munyangane and Ananias Motadi Selekane

The effect of supply chain finance on firm performance in Indonesia’s coal production sub-industry pp. 378-389

Novita Ratna Satiti and Aishwayra Rayhana Wakid

Dialogic teaching as a pedagogical strategy: enhancing communication competence in grade 9 technology classrooms pp. 390-401

Motshidise Swaratlhe and Tshepo Mabotja