Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions

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Factors contributing to health seeking behaviour of patients at Sister Mashiteng Clinic, Nkangala District of Steve Tshwete Local Municipality, Mpumalanga Province

Maseko, Nonhlanhla (2019)

Introduction: Health seeking behaviours are explained as a dynamic interaction of cognitive, behavioural and effective elements, focusing on the attitudes and beliefs of individuals preceded by a decision-making process ...
The role and impact of social security grant on poverty alleviation in South Africa : a case of child support grant at Mankweng in Polokwane Municipal Area

Mohale, California (2019)

This study sought to investigate the role and impact of social security grant on poverty alleviation on a case of Child Support Grant at Mankweng. Child Support Grant is a poverty alleviation mechanism implemented with ...
Bio assessment of water quality using macro-invertebrate communities in the Selati River, Lower Olifants River System

Rasifudi, Lwendo (2019)

Many South African rivers, including the Ga-Selati River have been deteriorating for the past few decades, due to an increase in mining, industrial, agricultural and domestic activities. Around mid-January 2014, the Ga-Selati ...
Women empowerment through Comprehensive Rural Development Programme in Muyexe Village, Limpopo Province

Maluleke, Matimu (2019)

The National government has implemented a rural development strategy, known as the Comprehensive Rural Development Programme (CRDP), in various areas of the country including Muyexe village. The CRDP focused on community ...
Risk factors contributing towards alcohol abuse amongst the youths of Solomondale Community of Ga-Dikgale Traditional Authority, Limpopo Province

Rabotata, Nthabanele Enoch (2019)

Background: Alcohol abuse amongst the youths is one of the major problems the world is facing today, especially in rural communities where most young people are unemployed and have little to do with their time. Aim: ...
Polyaniline-zeolitic imidazolate framework composite nanofibers for hydrogen gas sensing application

Mashao, Gloria (2019)

The quest for renewable, sustainable and environmentally compatible energy sources have been on-going for decades. Green technology such as hydrogen fuel cell has attained much attention as an alternative energy carrier ...
Implementing skills development programme in the public service : a case of the office premier: Mpumalanga Provincial government

Mathe, Lindiwe Jeanneth (2019)

The purpose of the study was to investigate the implementation of skills development programmes in the public service. The study was conducted in the Office of the Premier. The aim of the study was to determine the ...
Alignment between senior phase mathematics content standards and numeric and geometric patterns' workbook activities

Qhibi, Agness Dulu (University of Limpopo, 2019)

Alignment between content standards, instruction, assessment and learning materials assists in achieving the intended content in the classroom. The purpose of this study was to explore the alignment between Senior Phase ...
The relationship between organisational culture, job satisfaction and turnover intention at an institution of higher education

Maseko, Nomvula Valencia (2019)

The general aim of this study is to determine the relationship between organisational culture, job satisfaction and turnover intention at an institution of higher education in South Africa. A quantitative, cross-sectional ...
Speciation of chromium in water and sediments from Mokolo and Blood rivers, Limpopo Province

Mokgohloa, Conny Putsane (2019)

Rivers provide the main water sources for domestic, industrial, and irrigational purposes; however, they could be polluted by receiving wastes from municipal and industrial sources as well as runoff from agricultural land. ...
Evaluating the best interest of a child as a factor influencing the sentencing of the primary caregiver

Ramonyai, Mothekoa Gratitude (University of Limpopo, 2019)

This mini-dissertation seeks to evaluate the best interests of the child as a separate factor that influences the sentencing of a primary caregiver. When a parent is in conflict with the law, the child stands to be affected ...
The risk of metabolic syndrome as a result of lifestyle among Ellisras rural young adults : Ellisras longitudinal study

Sekgala, M. D. (University of Limpopo, 2019)

Introduction: There is an increased trend in the prevalence of hypertension in children and adolescents in African countries. There are complications in diagnosing hypertension in children and adolescents due to the variation ...
Experiences of adults with physical disabilities at Kukura Neshungu Institute in Marondera, Zimbabwe : a social work experience

Mutema, Everjoy Tatenda (2019)

Physically disabled adults encounter many constraints in the societies they live in, and are often prone to stigma and discrimination, social exclusion and negative perceptions. Rooted in the qualitative research approach, ...
Determinants of food security among small-scale maize farmers in Polokwane Local Municipality, Capricorn District, Limpopo Province, South Africa

Makgobokwane, Alfrida Matome (2019)

Food insecurity is prevalent in less developing countries and it remains a major issue in South African households, especially among those living in rural areas. Therefore, the study examined the factors influencing food ...
The design and the implementation of the byzantine attack mitigation scheme in cognitive radio ad hoc networks

Mapunya, Sekgoari Semaka (2019)

Cognitive radio network, which enables dynamic spectrum access, addresses the shortage of radio spectrum caused by ever-increasing wireless technology. This allows efficient utilisation of underutilised licenced spectrum ...
Ascertainment and outcomes of atrioventricular septal defects in Pietersburg Hospital, Limpopo Province, South Africa

Shibambu, Giyani Patrick (2019)

Background: Congenital heart disease (CHD) is a significant contributor to Under 5 Mortality rate(U5MR) in Limpopo. Atrioventricular septal defect (AVSD) is the best ascertained lesion in Limpopo and is strongly associated ...
Exploring working conditions of social workers at Makhado Municipality in Limpopo Province

Makongoza, Azwihangwisi Abel (2019)

The aim of this study was to investigate the working conditions of social workers at Makhado Municipality in Limpopo Province by focusing on the provision of resources, supervision and caseload. The qualitative research ...
An investigation on the cause of recalcitrance to genetic transformation in soybean,glycline max (L.) merrill

Mangena, Phetolo (University of Limpopo, 2019)

Genetic transformation offers great opportunities for rapidly introducing, selecting or inducing desired characteristics in various leguminous plants for breeding purposes. But, this technique remains aloof for soybean ...
The effects of government stock on investment activity in Brics Countries

Kgomo, Dintuku Maggie (2019)

Financial markets and quite a diverse number of financial instruments have been growing in a controlled manner in recent decades in terms of value and volume. Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) are ...
Evaluation of teaching practice at the University of Limpopo

Mampa, Sekgati Samuel (2019)

This study reports on the evaluation of Teaching Practice necessary for guiding future best practice of Teaching Practice at the University of Limpopo. The key research question answered in this study was: How is Teaching ...