• A non- unionised social work profession in the Republic of South Africa: implications for policy and practice 

  Kwakwa, Winnifred Mabel Motshidisi (2024)

  The primary focus of this study was on non-unionisation of the social work profession in South Africa. On a secondary level, the study examined the history of the social work profession and unionisation, the evolvement of ...
• An analysis of the intergenerational family economic support expectations and responsibilities amongts black South African employed graduates : implications for social work practice 

  Mafa, Prudence (2024)

  The practice of providing support to kin is an activity which has been passed down through generations amongst black people. This was done to ensure that the needs of individual members and those of a family as a whole are ...
• Resilience strategies in response to the impact of covid-19 pandemic : the case of selected families in Polokwane, South Africa 

  Ramoshaba, Dillo Justin (2024)

  The Coronavirus Disease of 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic came as another challenge in South Africa’s history, resulting in the disorientation of some families. Several studies show that the pandemic negatively affected the lives ...
• The lived experiences of cluster foster parents in Mhluzi Area in Middelburg, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa 

  Manamela, Nakedi Presley (2024)

  The emergence of cluster foster parents occured as a growing number of children in need of care and protection due to a lack of responsible parents or the loss of their original parents. Cluster foster parents end up caring ...
• Perceptions of social workers in Ekurhuleni regarding reunification and de-institutionalisation services rendered by Hope and Homes for Children South Africa 

  Dolo, Mathabo (2023)

  The negative effects of institutionalization on children’s wellbeing and psychological adjustment have been extensively explored throughout the world, particularly in developing countries. Many children in residential ...
• Perceptions and treatment of migrants by the Ba-Phalaborwa Community : a social work perspective 

  Khumalo, Bonginkosi Mercy (2024)

  Migration to South Africa dates back to the discovery of diamonds and gold in 1867 and 1886 respectively.1 Thereafter, the country became a popular destination for migrants until the 1960s when its black citizens immigrated ...
• Attitudes of parents towards paediatric palliative care : a medical social work intervention perspective in the Limpopo Province, South Africa 

  Mogale, Rudzani Noria (2023)

  Case study design was used to explore parents’ attitudes towards paediatric palliative care in Limpopo Province, South Africa. Semi-structured in-depth face-to-face interviews were used as a main method of collecting ...
• Towards the development of an integrated model to mitigate the non-disclosure of child sexual abuse amongst Vhaveṋda : an afrocentric perspective 

  Ramphabana, Livhuwani Bethuel (2022)

  Child sexual abuse (CSA) is a social, health and behavioural problem that undermines the human rights of children. Although it is a problem that is largely researched globally, it continues to subsist even to this date. ...
• An exploratory study on the challenges faced by orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) in the schools of Maleboho East Circuit of the Capricorn District of Limpopo Province to develop a multi-disciplinary model 

  Ntjana, Ngwanamontjane Eglesia (2023)

  Society faces the serious challenges of having to find solutions to look after orphaned and vulnerable children (OVC), who often survive against all odds, and are exposed to more threatening or challenging environments ...
• Lived experiences of police officers dealing with domestic violence matters in Mankweng, Limpopo Province 

  Mkhonto, Ronny (2022)

  Several studies show that domestic violence is a global problem that the police deal with daily. Police officers are mostly being called upon to intervene during domestic violence occurrences. The police are considered ...
• Factors that hinder the utilisation of intermediary social work support service to alleged child offenders in Mopani District, Limpopo Province 

  Makwala, Kelebogile Precious (2022)

  The study concentrated on factors that hinder the utilisation of intermediary social work support services to alleged child offenders in Mopani District. The study aimed to assess knowledge from probation officers in ...
• Perceptions of principals and circuit managers on the need for school social workers at Mankweng Circuit, South Africa 

  Sibise, Katekani (2021)

  The need for school social work was first recognised in the 1940s in South Africa. And in recent years, researchers have shown interest in understanding social workers in school settings. In pursuit of adding to knowledge, ...
• Exploring perception of social workers of the utilisation of employee assistance programme services in Greater Giyani Municipality, Limpopo Province 

  Makhubele, Tlangeleni Glory (2022)

  Social workers are working with vulnerable, marginalised and abused clients on a daily basis. Hence, Employee Assistance Programme services are vital to nurture the emotional well-being of employees. The purpose of this ...
• The effectiveness of anger management programme amongst children in conflict with the law at Mankweng, Capricorn District, Limpopo Province 

  Mogano, Thapelo Isaac (2022)

  Anger Management is now a major issue affecting children and youth across societies. It often leads children and youth to criminal offences. Despite attending the anger management programme, children and youth still fail ...
• Exploring contributory factors to occupational stress among fire-fighters in the Polokwane Local Municipality, Limpopo Province 

  Raliwedza, Emmanuel (2017)

  The aim of the study was to explore the factors that contribute to occupational stress among the fire-fighters employed by the Polokwane Local Municipality, Capricorn District of Limpopo. The study focused on the ...
• Experiences of male adult survivors of child sexual abuse at, Ga- Matlala, Limpopo Province 

  Sebela, Obrey (2021)

  Survivors of child sexual abuse experience a lot but various challenges in their everyday lives. The overall aim of the study was to describe the experiences of male adult survivors of child sexual abuse at Ga-Matlala, ...
• Men’s non-disclosure of intimate partner violence : a case study of Ga-Masemola, Sekhukhune District in Limpopo Province 

  Kgatle, Mankwana Othilia (2021)

  Intimate partner violence among heterosexual couples seem to be on the rise with men as victims of female perpetrated violence. Recent research on this phenomenon indicates that partner violence against men is a social ...
• Towards the development of an integrated strategy to address impediments on Early Childhood Development programme (ECD) : a social work perspective 

  Baloyi, Temba Victor (2019)

  The purpose of this study was to explore and describe the impediments of the ECD programme with the intention to develop an integrated strategy. The study was qualitative. The study used applied research. Within the context ...
• A phenomenological study on experiences of people living with HIV and AIDS : towards the development of a user - led interview model in the Vhembe District, Limpopo Province 

  Mabogo, Mokgadi Germina (2019)

  Background information: Persistent poor health outcomes among People Living with HIV and AIDS (PLWH) is a concern for service users and the HIV care system. Since its discovery, different AIDS response strategies were ...
• Lived experiences of migrant female youth : the case of refugees in a selected church in Musina, South Africa 

  Mamadi, Khutso (2021)

  This study presents qualitative findings on lived experiences of migrant female youth in Musina, Limpopo Province, South Africa. Studies reveal that young females, more especially those from the African continent, migrate ...

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