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The impact of land use and land cover changes on wetland productivity and hydrological systems in the Limpopo transboundary river basin, South Africa
(University of Western Cape, 2021)Wetlands are highly productive systems that act as habitats for a variety of flora and fauna. Despite their ecohydrological significance, wetland ecosystems are under severe threat as a result of environmental changes (e.g. ... -
The impact of leadership styles on employee engagement in a large retail organisation in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)To gain further insight, the purpose of this study was to investigate the impact of leadership styles, particularly the impact of transformational and transactional leadership on employee engagement. Within a business ... -
The impact of legal process outsourcing in South Africa
(University of Western Cape, 2020)Legal Process Outsourcing (LPO), the act of sending legal work to an offshore destination or onshore to another location within the same country by a law firm or legal department to a legal outsourcing company, has ... -
The impact of livelihood diversification on food Security amongst farm households in northern Ghana: a case study of bole district
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)Diversifying livelihoods has over the last two decades been identified as an important theme in the development work, particularly concerning the poverty reduction agenda. In the developing world, farm households, urged ... -
The impact of low back pain on adult women attending Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, Eldoret, Kenya
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)Low back pain is one of the most frequent health problems and also one of the most prevalent musculoskeletal disorders. It’s the leading reason for activity limitation and job absenteeism which leads to huge economic burden ... -
Impact of maternal methamphetamine (“tik”) use on the cognitive development and school readiness of children in early childhood development: a systematic review
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Methamphetamine (MA) is one of the most used synthetic simulants globally and is reportedly the second most prevalent illicit drug. The abuse of methamphetamine among pregnant women is a growing problem worldwide. Exposure ... -
The impact of micro-enterprise training on SME development – A case study from rural Dominican Republic
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)In the Dominican Republic (DR) the development of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in rural areas is of great importance because SMEs generate employment and increase local capacity in areas with the highest poverty ... -
The impact of microfinance on household livelihoods : evidence from rural Eritrea
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)Eritrea, a relatively young African nation, is one of the least developed countries in the world. Its economy is predominantly dependent on subsistence agriculture and the level and magnitude of poverty is more severe in ... -
The impact of migrant labour infrastructure on contract workers in and from colonial Ovamboland, Namibia
(University of Western Cape, 2020)This thesis explores the ways in which migrant labour infrastructure and the related operating practices of the South African colonial administration impacted on workers in and from the colonial north-central part of ... -
The Impact of Migrant Labour Infrastructure on Contract Workers in and from Colonial Ovamboland, Namibia, 1915 to 1954
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)This thesis explores the ways in which migrant labour infrastructure and the related operating practices of the South African colonial administration impacted on workers in and from the colonial north-central part of ... -
The impact of multiple behaviour health intervention strategies on coronary heart disease risk, health-related physical fitness, and health-risk behaviours in first year university students
(University of the Western Cape, 2011)Background: There is compelling body of evidence that coronary heart disease (CHD) risk factors are present in people of all ages. The extent to which the problem exists in university students in South Africa (SA) has ... -
The impact of Namibia’s currency peg on its domestic inflation
(2009)This study analyses the impact of Namibia’s currency peg on its domestic inflation. This is because theoretical argument suggests that currency peg (fixed exchange rate) provides nominal anchor for domestic price level, ... -
The impact of nanoparticles on the proteome of cultured human cells
(2021)Living organisms are constantly being exposed to nanoparticles (NPs) in the environment via air, water, soil. Routes of exposure are usually in the form of industrial, occupational exposure, as well as therapeutic ... -
The impact of Niacin on PCSK9 levels in vervet monkeys (Chlorocebus aethiops)
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) such as ischaemic heart diseases, heart failure and stroke remain a major cause of death globally. Various deep-rooted factors influence CVD development; these include but are not limited ... -
The impact of Niacin on PCSK9 levels in vervet monkeys (Chlorocebus aethiops)
(University of Western Cape, 2020)Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) such as ischaemic heart diseases, heart failure and stroke remain a major cause of death globally. Various deep-rooted factors influence CVD development; these include but are not limited ... -
The impact of Niacin on PCSK9 levels in vervet monkeys (Chlorocebus aethiops)
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) such as ischaemic heart diseases, heart failure and stroke remain a major cause of death globally. Various deep-rooted factors influence CVD development; these include but are not limited to ... -
The impact of organisational culture on organisational citizenship behaviour within the South African Police Service in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2016)Research evidence suggests that strengthening the cultural roots of an organisation (Organisational Culture) can lead to the observance of increased behaviours that goes beyond the call of duty (Organisational Citizenship ... -
The impact of privatisation of water supply and services on the fulfilment of human water rights in selected developing countries
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The impact of privatisation on firm efficiency, labor market and budget of government: case of Eritrea
(University of the Western Cape, 2004)Privatization has become a central feature of the economic policies of nations in the developed and developing world. Eritrea has also embarked on a privatisation program for the state-owned enterprises. It privatised 39 ...
