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L-Cysteine-Capped Indium Telluriselenide Quantum Dot Aptasensor for Interferon-Gamma TB Biomarker
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)Tuberculosis (TB) is one of the major infectious diseases that affect the health of people all over the world. South Africa is one of the countries that account for most of the TB cases; it is the leading cause of death ... -
A lab based experimental study of a bioretention system to remove selected pharmaceuticals in stormwater
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)The use of treated stormwater as an alternative source of water supply in urban areas is receiving global recognition. This approach is being supported as an innovative initiative that improves urban water security and ... -
A laboratory evaluation of conventional chemically activated and microfilled light activated composite restorative resins
(University of the Western Cape, 1986)The purpose of this study was to evaluate in vitro, the tensile bond strengths of some conventional and light cured resins, to study the effects of etchants on polished and ground enamel using the scanning electron microscope, ... -
Labour legislation and SMME's: The impact of sectoral determination 1: contract cleaning sector South Africa on the growth of small, medium and micro enterprise
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)This thesis explored the impact that Sectoral Determination 1: Contract Cleaning Sector, South Africa had on the growth of small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) in the sector. It critically examined the prevailing ... -
Labour market trends since the advent of democracy, with a specific focus on gender issues
(University of the Western Cape, 2011)The transition of South Africa's political system from an apartheid administration to a democratic rule in 1994 resulted in the end of years of international sanctions imposed on the country. This move placed the country ... -
Labour rights and working conditions in corporate codes of conduct: an assessment of the legal dimension, in different national contexts, of selected multinational corporations’ corporate social responsibility commitments
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)At the heart of this thesis is the notion of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), an innovative concept deep-rooted in the globalisation phenomenon. The notion of CSR entails the much-debated duty of businesses, not only ... -
Laccases from actinomycetes for lignocellulose degradation
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)Lignocellulose has a complex structure composed mainly of lignin, hemicellulose and cellulose. Several enzymes are needed for the degradation of lignocellulose into simple sugars. Actinomycetes are known to produce laecases ... -
Laccases from actinomycetes for lignocellulose degradation
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)The purpose of this study shows that lignocellulose has a complex structure composed mainly of lignin, hemicellulose and cellulose. Several enzymes are needed for the degradation of lignocellulose into simple sugars. ... -
The lack of adequate housing in the Western Cape and its impact on the environment: A theoretical analysis
(University of the Western Cape, 1998)The debate, about the role of the State, involves both normative and ethical judgements. Thus, what should the state do and not do? How can the desired ends be attained most efficiently? What distribution of income and ... -
Lady Liberty
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The lake Chilwa fishing household strategies in response to water level changes: migration, conflicts and co-management
(2009)In this thesis, I examine household strategies in response to water level fluctuations of Lake Chilwa. I also analyse the frequency and patterns of migration of fishers, conflicts due to migration of fishers and ... -
Land demand and rural struggles in Xhalanga, Eastern Cape: who wants land and for what?
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)The study explored and investigated demand and struggles for land in the communal areas of South Africa with particular reference to Luphaphasi in the former Xhalanga magisterial district, in the Eastern Cape. The study ... -
Land dispossession and options for restitution and development: a case study of the Moletele Land Claim in Hoedspruit, Limpopo Province
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)The study adopted qualitative research methods because the issues to be researched are complex social matters. The approach was three-pronged. Firstly, a desktop assessment of the claim was done. Secondly, semi-structured ... -
Land grabbing in Ethiopia and Madagascar: Balancing respect for human rights of victims with development needs through land investments
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)Many African states are in dire need of economic development to alleviate poverty, enhance the quality of life of peoples and bring development home. To meet this aim, land investments have been the preferred mode of ... -
Land reform in the news: An analysis of how certain South African newspapers covered land reform before and after the 2005 National Land Summit
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)This thesis investigates land reform coverage at the time of the land summit through quantitative and qualitative content analysis. Hard news reports, editorials and opinion pieces that appeared in the daily newspapers ... -
Land reform process in Namibia: a study of the impact of land reform on beneficiaries in Otjozondjupa region, Namibia
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)The Government of Namibia has been responsible for facilitating the resettlement of destitute and landless people since its independence in 1990. The provision of resettlement is a very contentious issue in Namibia. The ... -
Land restitution and the implementation : A study of the Schmidtsdrift land restitution case
(UWC, 2001)In South Africa land dispossession and land appropriation were legally instituted with the promulgation of the 1913 and 1936 Land Acts and the 1950 Group Areas Act that saw the forced removal of the majority of Black South ... -
Land tenure and rural livelihoods in Zambia: case studies of Kamena and St. Joseph
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)This study explores how land and natural resources in rural communities are accessed, used, and managed in livelihoods. In particular it examines first, crop field tenure, and livelihoods in natural resources. Second it ...
