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Cross sectional survey on factors contributing to home deliveries in Rungwe district, Tanzania
(2009)This is a cross sectional survey study that explored determinant factors contributing to home child delivery and influence of traditional birth attendances on place of delivery in Rungwe District, Tanzania.The study focussed ... -
The cross-cultural comparability of tile 16 personality factor inventory (16pf)
(University of the Western Cape, 1996)This study focused on the 16PF (SA 92), a personality questionnaire that was developed in the USA and adapted for South African conditions. The main aim of the study was to determine whether the scores of the 16PF are ... -
A cross-sectional profile of male students registered for the Bachelor of Nursing at a nursing training institution n the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)Men comprise about 10% of the nursing population globally and approximately 15% of the nursing workforce according to the South African Nursing Council. There has been an increase noted in the number of males entering ... -
A cross-sectional survey to assess the competence of students registered for the B.Cur. programme at the University of the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)The purpose of this study was to describe the extent to which the B.Cur. programme at the University of the Western Cape prepared graduating learners for professional competence. The results of the study indicated progression ... -
Cross-sectional transmission electron microscopy of nickel silicide formation
(University of the Western Cape, 1993)Silicides play a significant role in modern device technology. The operation of electronic devices heavily relies on the specific properties of metal-semiconductor interfaces. Although semiconductor technology has proven ... -
Crossing linguistic and cultural barriers: an analysis of intercultural communication between Chinese traders and South Africans in Cape Town
(University of the Western Cape, 2015)In recent years South Africa has seen a significant growth in the number of migrants entering its borders. The country has opened its doors to not only migrants from the African continent, but also to immigrants from the ... -
Crouching learners, hidden values: values in school mathematical literacy lessons
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)Local and international pundits concur that education systems play a pivotal role in fostering and developing values in learners. In some countries, like South Africa, the values and rights enshrined in the Constitution ... -
Cryptocurrency intermediation in Africa: towards a regulatory framework for cryptocurrency intermediaries
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)There is a lot of speculation regarding potential benefits that the adoption of cryptocurrency use and cryptocurrency intermediation may have for the African continent due to the macro-economic instability of African ... -
Cryptology: A didactical transposition into grade 10 school Mathematics classroom
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)This study in an extension of a Master's study, entitled Realistic Mathematics Education and the strategies grade 8 learners develop for the solution of two simultaneous linear equations. the current study investigates how ... -
A crystal engineering study of selected sulfa drugs and trimethoprim
(University of the Western Cape, 2014)The objective was to prepare new solid phases, i.e. co-crystal forms, of two sulfa antibiotic drugs (sulfamethoxazole and sulfasalazine) with trimethoprim and fourteen potential co-formers with GRAS status. Trimethoprim ... -
The Cuban Health Programme in Gauteng province: an analysis and assessment of the programme
(University of the Western Cape, 2004)Many parts of South Africa face a shortage of doctors within the public health system. While the PHC system is driven primarily by nursing staff, there is a need for doctors to provide certain services at primary and ... -
The cultural and religious significance of indigenous vegetables: A case study of the Chionekano-ward of the Zvishavane-district in Zimbabwe
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)This study is situated in the context of multidisciplinary discourse on the pervasive problem of food insecurity in the southern African context. More specifically, it is situated in the context of the Centre of Excellence ... -
The cultural and religious significance of indigenous vegetables: A case study of the Chionekano-ward of the Zvishavane-district in Zimbabwe
(University of the Western Cape, 2018)This study is situated in the context of multidisciplinary discourse on the pervasive problem of food insecurity in the southern African context. More specifically, it is situated in the context of the Centre of Excellence ... -
Cultural and Social Factors Impacting on the Programme to Prevent-Mother-To-Child-Transmission (PMTCT) of HIV in Namibia: a Case Study of the Kavango Region
(University of the Western Cape, 2010)This study focuses on socio-cultural issues, which affect Kavango women's decision to participate in the PMTCT programme. It investigates the treatment methods used by HIV-positive pregnant women for themselves and their ... -
Cultural practices and beliefs of caregivers of malnourished children, aged 6-24 months, regarding feeding and dietary intake in Gweru, Zimbabwe
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)The burden of malnutrition continues to persist and is the major cause of morbidity and mortality in children. According to the results of the Zimbabwe Multiple indicator cluster survey in 2019, stunting remains high at ... -
Cultural production and the struggle for authenticity : a Study of the Rastafarian student organization at the University of the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2012)This thesis explores the precarious nature of authenticity as it manifested itself in the activities of H.I.M. Society, the Rastafarian student organization at the University of the Western Cape. Ethnographic research was ... -
Culture, History and Politics in Malawi: The Production of National Heritage, 1964-2009
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)This thesis is essentially about how Malawi’s national heritage was constituted, in particular how heritage emerged and how it has changed over time. It largely looks at the period from 1964 to 2009. This is significant ... -
The cumulative incidence of musculoskeletal injuries among student dancers at Tshwane University of Technology
(2009)Dance movements requires explosive power, sustained effort and both local and general endurance. Musculoskeletal injuries (MSI) are the most frequent medical problems among dancers in ballet, which is partly owing to ... -
Cumulative incidence of musculoskeletal injuries among student dancers at Tshwane University of Technology
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)Dance movements requires explosive power, sustained effort and both local and general endurance. Musculoskeletal injuries (MSI) are the most frequent medical problems among dancers in ballet, which is partly owing to ...
