• The effects of poverty on health equity in Zimbabwe : the case of Chegutu Urban District 

  Budzi, Joseph (University of Fort Hare, 2016)

  This study employed a qualitative methodology to investigate the effects of poverty on health equity in Zimbabwe. The investigation was motivated by the fact that the effects of poverty on health in Chegutu District have ...
• The contribution of smallholder agriculture production to food security in rural Zimbabwe : a case study of Masvingo Province 

  Toringepi, Godfrey (University of Fort Hare, 2016)

  Agricultural development is back on the development agenda. Even though the smallholder farmers are in the majority and at the forefront in terms of food production and agriculture being the backbone of the economy of ...
• Energy and sustainable development : the case of Dewedzo Rural community in Zimbabwe 

  Mbulayi, Shingirai Paul (University of Fort Hare, 2014)

  Energy poverty is a concept that has gained significance quite recently. Its significance has been prompted by the realization that without sustainable modern energy alternatives for the rural poor, prospects for rural ...
• Rethinking water service delivery system in Zimbabwe: a case study of Kwekwe municipality 

  Mupindu, Wiseman (University of Fort Hare, 2010)

  This study examines the perceived scarcity of household water service delivery in the city of Kwekwe under the Midlands province of Zimbabwe. Kwekwe Municipality appears to be characterized by an erratic supply of clean ...
• An investigation into public works programmes as a poverty reduction strategy for rural Zimbabwe: a study on Gutu district 

  Zindoga, Blessing Josiah (University of Fort Hare, 2008)

  has taken charge in most developing countries, unfavourable to the wellbeing of the less economically advantaged populations. Seemingly, Zimbabwe is not an exception to this development. Increasing concerns have been ...
• The changing role of non-state actors’ relations in post apartheid South Africa: a case study of two Eastern Cape non-governmental organisations (NGOs) 

  Chirowamhangu, Raymond Farai (University of Fort Hare, 2016-08)

  This study focused on the changing role of non-state actors’ political relations in post-apartheid South Africa. During the apartheid period, NGOs were considered to be pushing a people-centered agenda, but the transition ...
• An assessment of public participation strategies in the provision of water in Malawi: the case study of Blantyre water board 

  Khomba, Grace Precious Kasamira (University of Fort Hare, 2011)

  The key focus of this study is the assessment of the effectiveness of public participation strategies in the provision of water in Malawi, through the case study of the Blantyre Water Board (BWB). After a thorough literature ...
• Evaluation of the principles of public accountability in housing services in the Eastern Cape Ndlambe local municipality (2010-2011) 

  Balura, Vukile Michael (University of Fort Hare, 2011)

  The purpose of this summary is to give the reader a synopsis of this mini thesis. Firstly it will summarize the nature and place of public accountability in Public administration, secondly it will give a short synopsis ...
• Sustainable agricultural development in the Malawian smallholder agricultural sector: a case of Lilongwe district 

  Martha, Chizimba (University of Fort Hare, 2010)

  Even though agriculture is the backbone of Malawi‟s economy, food insecurity has remained a continuous threat among the poor. Until the 1980s, Malawi had been achieving national food security through an extensive system ...
• An evaluation of the role of local economic development in promoting infrastructural development: a case study King Sabata Dalindyebo local municipality 

  Mbontsi, Nandipha Siphokazi (University of Fort Hare, 2008)

  This study examines Local Economic Development intervention strategies in relation to promoting infrastructural development with specific reference to roads as one of the vital interventions for alleviating poverty in the ...
• An assessment of the child support grant as a poverty alleviation intervention in South Africa: the case of Mdantsane Township in the Eastern Cape 

  Mase, Blossom Bukelwa (University of Fort Hare, 2008)

  There were different kinds of imbalances that were created by the past regime in which race and colour were determining factors in terms of access to state welfare. The State Maintance Grant was one of the state welfare ...
• Foreign land investments and the survival of small-scale farmers in copper belt province of Zambia 

  Toro, Bigboy (University of Fort Hare, 2016)

  This study was undertaken with the objective of examining the impacts of foreign land investments on the survival of small-scale farmers in Zambia. Nevertheless, the study generates knowledge, provides insights, raises ...
• Critiquing the viability of a trade biased approach to regional integration in Southern Africa 

  Chipendo, Kudakwashe (University of Fort Hare, 2008)

  Africa’s international marginalization is preponderantly conceptualized through world systems approaches, particularly structural dependency. Consequently, the region’s socioeconomic quagmire, characterized by economic ...
• Informal cross – border trade: a review of its impact on household poverty reduction (Zimbabwe) 

  Chani, Chivimbiso (University of Fort Hare, 2008)

  This study endeavors to explore the value of informal cross-border trade to household poverty reduction. Informal cross-border trade has become a panacea to most Zimbabweans both employed and unemployed in the middle of ...
• Challenges for rural tourism development in Zimbabwe: a case of the great Zimbabwe Masvingo area 

  Musasa, Gabriel (University of Fort Hare, 2013)

  The main focus of this study is the challenges of rural tourism development in Zimbabwe. The study identified that there is a lack of sustainable interventions in the development of rural tourism which is catalyzed by the ...
• The socio-economic survival strategies employed by older rural people in the Eastern Cape 

  Maifo, Nomnandi (University of Fort Hare, 2010)

  This research addresses the need for a comprehensive study of the specific problems of senior citizens living in the rural areas of the Eastern Cape, South Africa. The researcher used qualitative methods and focus groups ...
• An assessment of the impact of HIV/AIDS on the children’s right to education: a case study of hiv/aids orphans and vulnerable children in the Amathole District 

  Ndonga, Moreblessing Memory (University of Fort Hare, 2012)

  The research investigated the impact of HIV/AIDS on the children’s right to education with special focus on OVCs. The main aim of the research was to assess the impact of HIV/AIDS on the children’s right to education through ...
• Relief or development? An analysis of the outcome of NGO community development interventions in Marange communal area of Zimbabwe. 

  Zambezi, Pemberai (University of Fort Hare, 2011)

  Development is a critical aspect of individuals, groups, communities or nations. Community development is even more critical aspect of development as it purportedly leads to self reliance. Huge amounts of funds, time, ...
• Land and agrarian reform, and rural livelihoods in post-apartheid South Africa: A study on the Ehlanzeni district in Mpumalanga province. 

  Maduna-Mafu, Nqobani (University of Fort Hare, 2015)

  The study examines land and agrarian reforms in democratic South Africa focusing on projects implemented under the Comprehensive Rural Development Programme (CRDP) since 2009. Focusing on Bushbuckridge municipal area, the ...
• The role of agricultural co-operatives in food security in the Eastern Cape, province of South Africa: The case of the Nkonkobe local municipality. 

  Dyalvane, Ncumisa (University of Fort Hare, 2015)

  This study highlights the contribution of agricultural co-operatives in promoting food security in the Nkonkobe Local Municipality in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.Although the dawn of democracy saw the government ...

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