Browsing Magister Commercii - MCom (Economics) by Author "Dept. of Economics"
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Adverse welfare effects of regulations on small tobacco exporters: the case of Zimbabwe
Matemba, Edward (University of the Western Cape, 2005)Regulations to reduce the consumption of tobacco products have dual effects on economies. Economies that are net consumers of tobacco products experience welfare enhancing effects as a result of these regulations. However, ... -
An analysis of the effectiveness of microfinance: A case study in the Western Cape
Sheraton, Marcia (University of the Western Cape, 2004)The aim of this study is to determine the extent to which the UN/OSCAL (United Nations Office of the Special Coordinator for Africa and the Least Development Countries) model of microfinance is being applied in the South ... -
An analysis of the non-traditional agricultural export potential for Rwanda: a case of flowers
Rwigema, Jean Bosco Minega (University of the Western Cape, 2004)Rwanda is constrained by an export structure that is heavily dependent on one or a few agricultural export products such as coffee, tea , pyrethrum and cinchona. The country did not manage to industrialize or to diversify ... -
A critical overview of regional trade integration: lessons from COMESA
Umurungi, Francine (University of the Western Cape, 2005)The aim of this study was to determine which strategy would be most appropriate to enhance regional trade integration in COMESA so that it can provide to its member states the benefits they expect to have from it. -
Determinants of output prices formation in local sheep markets - the case of Amathole and Joe Xabi (Ukhahlamba), Eastern Cape
Dzivakwi, Robert (University of the Western Cape, 2010)This study identifies the determinants of sheep prices for small-scale sheep farming households in two districts of the Eastern Cape, namely Amathole and Ukhahlamba (Joe Xabe). Output prices that small farm households ... -
The effects of external debt burden on capital accumulation: a case study of Rwanda
Habimana, Andre (University of the Western Cape, 2005)This study attempted to examine the nature of the relationship between high levels of external debt and capital accumulation with the case study of Rwanda. -
The effects of labour policies in the Piedmont Region of Italy on equity in the labour market: reflections on women in Labour
Gerwel, Heinrich John (University of the Western Cape, 2010)The study concentrates on a particular type of state intervention in social policy. It considers whether policy reforms and subsequent provision of information with regards to the issue of parental leave and part-time work ... -
Export expansion as determinant of economic growth in Mozambique: a co-integration analysis
Macuacua, Eduardo F. (University of the Western Cape, 2008)The objective of this study is to empirically examine the export-led growth hypothesis in Mozambique using quarterly time series data over the period of 1987-2004, applying a co-integration analysis, Engle and Granger(1987) ... -
Foreign direct investment and governance: an empirical evidence from Sub-Saharan Africa
Habtemariam, Tedros Redie (University of the Western Cape, 2004)This thesis employed a panel data of 36 countries from sub-Saharan Africa over the period 1996-2000 to examine the impact of governance on foreign direct investment flows. Within the governance variable there are six ... -
The future of national flag carriers in developing countries : air Botswana's privatisation struggle
Molwelwa, Onalenna (University of the Western Cape, 2011)The study looked particularly at the operations of national carriers and governments' efforts to sustain the airlines' operations. Evidence has shown that many countries struggle to maintain operations of their flag carriers, ... -
The impact of privatisation on firm efficiency, labor market and budget of government: case of Eritrea
Debessay, Robel Netsereab (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 ... -
The impact of standardization (public and industry) on product innovation, market access and foreign trade: with specific reference to South Africa
Okiror, Julius (University of the Western Cape, 2007)Product innovation and its efficient diffusion are important to enhance factor productivity, market access, job creation and trade. Innovative firms remain competitive in an increasingly global environment. Product innovation ... -
An investigation into the impact of the privatization of public utilities on the affordability of and access to basic services to poor households in developing countries: lessons for Rwanda
Bakazi, Annet Baingana (University of the Western Cape, 2005)Three arguments are normally presented as rationale for the privatisation of state owned enterprises. The first relates to the problem of the financing of higher levels of public expenditure; the second is based on the ... -
An investigation into the negative external impact of water pollution, public policy options and coping strategies --with specific references to the Lotus River Catchment area
Moses, Mariana (University of the Western Cape, 2005)The main purpose of this study was to assess the negative external impact of water pollution upon water resources and the users thereof within urban areas. -
An investigation of the determinants of private investment: the case of Botswana
Lesotlho, Patrick (University of the Western Cape, 2006)Private investment in Botswana as well as a ratio to Gross Domestic Product has been falling in some periods of 1976-2003. Viewed against the background of growing evidence of a link between investment and economic growth, ... -
An investigative analysis into the saving behaviour of poor households in developing countries: with specific reference to South Africa
Nga, Marie-Therese (University of the Western Cape, 2007)In South Africa, as in many developing countries, most households are poor and do not save, as a result of which they do not acquire any positive net worth and which also constrains access to formal means of finance. South ... -
Investment in secondary and tertiary education for economic growth: lessons for Rwanda from selected less developed countries
Gisanabagabo, Sebuhuzu (University of the Western Cape, 2006)This research explored two interrelated issues in development economics. FIrstly, it investigated the importance of secondary and tertiary education for long-run growth of low-income economics. Secondly, it examined possible ... -
Purchasing power parity between Botswana and South Africa: a cointegration analysis
Tshipinare, Katso (University of the Western Cape, 2006)This paper tested the purchasing power parity hypothesis for Botswana and South Africa using cointegration analysis. The data used are the spot exchange rate between the two countries (rand and pula) and their consumer ... -
Small-scale mango farmers, transaction costs and changing agro-food markets: evidence from Vhembe and Mopani districts, Limpopo Province
Aphane, Mogau Marvin (University of the Western Cape, 2011)The main objective of this study was to identify ways in which transaction costs can be lowered to improve small-scale farmers’ participation in and returns from agricultural output markets, with specific reference to ... -
A study of the factors determining the choice of exchange rate regime: with specific reference to China
Tang, Liang (University of the Western Cape, 2007)Since the 1980s China had different exchange rate regimes. For example, in 1981, a dual-exchange rate system was introduced, with the official exchange rate applying to non-trade-related foreign exchange transactions and ...