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The main objective of this study was to assess the extent of impact of Trade Union leadership on strikes in Malawi. The objectives of the study were to discuss the effect of Trade Union leadership on strikes; explain tactics by which Trade Union leadership has influenced the strikes; analyze factors that influence Trade Union leadership to lead ... Read more
School: School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Masanjala, John Stanford Beaton Supervisor(s): Master Dick Mfune , Ernest ThindwaThis study was carried out following concerns that the influence of Chichewa undermined the quality of English written by secondary school learners in Malawi. The study aimed at exploring the Chichewa-influenced errors which learners made in their written English. Specifically, the study was set to find out the errors influenced by Chichewa whic... Read more
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Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Manyamba, Frackson James Supervisor(s): Amos Moses Chauma , Patrick KapitoOrganisations are established in order to achieve institutional goals and contribute to national economy. Trade unions fight for the rights of employees so that with happy workforce organisations achieve their goals more efficiently and effectively. This study was undertaken to investigate the effect of trade unionism and organisational producti... Read more
School: School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Saka, Linda Cynthia Supervisor(s): Lewis DzimbiriYouth cultures have in the recent years become an area of interest for cultural and urban historians. While much of the existing literature captures the experience of youth in Western societies, a few studies exist on the youth cultures in Africa particularly within the context of urbanity. However for Malawi such studies are rare if not non- ex... Read more
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Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Mandala, Ruth Veida Supervisor(s): Wiseman Chijere Chirwa , Wapulumuka MulwafuThis study explored the implementation of dual mode curriculum in Malawi Primary schools. After the introduction of dual mode curriculum in Malawi primary schools, that is, the teaching of two different types of syllabi; one syllabus consists of mono-faith Religious education and the other one consists of multi-faith curriculum, there has not be... Read more
School: School of Education
Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Khumbanyiwa, Patricia Mkomaniwako Kakhobwe Supervisor(s): Macloud Salanjira , Symon ChiziwaThe purpose of this study was to explore the role of using history of mathematical concepts in teaching and learning mathematics in upper secondary school level in Malawi. The study used a qualitative case study approach in which 50 Form Three learners and their Mathematics teacher from one of the schools in Zomba urban were conveniently sampled... Read more
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Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Kathumba, Cosmas John Supervisor(s): Reidar Mosvold , Mercy Kazima-KishindoIn the year 1996 the Government of Malawi (GoM) passed the Public Enterprises (Privatization) Act (PEPA) which it subsequently applied in the privatization of a majority of its State Owned Enterprises (SOEs) including David Whitehead and Sons (DWS) Ltd. In 2011, PEPA was repealed and replaced with the Public-Private Partnership Act (PPPA) which ... Read more
School: School of Law, Economics and Government
Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Kaliwo, Gustave G Supervisor(s): Edge Fidelis KanyongoloIn the year 1996 the Government of Malawi (GoM) passed the Public Enterprises (Privatization) Act (PEPA) which it subsequently applied in the privatization of a majority of its State Owned Enterprises (SOEs) including David Whitehead and Sons (DWS) Ltd. In 2011, PEPA was repealed and replaced with the Public-Private Partnership Act (PPPA) which ... Read more
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Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Kaliwo, Gustave G Supervisor(s): Edge Fidelis KanyongoloThis study was an investigation of how mathematics teachers implement Strengthening of Mathematics and Science in Secondary Education (SMASSE) principles of Activity, Student-centred, Experiment, Improvisation (ASEI) through the Plan, Do, See, Improve (PDSI) approach. Social constructivism and PDSI were the main concepts that guided the research... Read more
School: School of Education
Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Kamoto, Ida Talent Supervisor(s): Mercy Kazima-Kishindo , Fraser GobedeDespite government's effort in coming up with policies and guidelines that encourage SMCs and PTAs in management and governance of secondary schools, schools still experience challenges that render them inefficient and ineffective. The purpose of this study therefore was to explore the effectiveness of PTAs / SMCs in secondary school management.... Read more
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Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Alfazema, Magret Milazi Supervisor(s): Samson MacJessie-MbeweDespite government's effort in coming up with policies and guidelines that encourage SMCs and PTAs in management and governance of secondary schools, schools still experience challenges that render them inefficient and ineffective. The purpose of this study therefore was to explore the effectiveness of PTAs / SMCs in secondary school management.... Read more
School: School of Education
Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Alfazema, Magret Milazi Supervisor(s): Samson MacJessie-MbeweEducation decentralization in Malawi is considered as a more effective and efficient strategy of education management. However, problems continue rocking the education system despite decentralized educational reforms such as District Education Plans (DEPs). Studies have been carried out trying to explain the problem but little attention has been... Read more
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Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Msiska, James Fishani Supervisor(s): Ken NdalaEducation decentralization in Malawi is considered as a more effective and efficient strategy of education management. However, problems continue rocking the education system despite decentralized educational reforms such as District Education Plans (DEPs). Studies have been carried out trying to explain the problem but little attention has been... Read more
School: School of Education
Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Msiska, James Fishani Supervisor(s): Ken NdalaIt is now acknowledged that the Information and Communication technologies (ICT) are important to the advancement of knowledge and growth of a country’s development. In recognition of this fact, the government of Malawi has taken a step towards the integration of ICT in education. This study investigated the challenges of using ICT in teaching G... Read more
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Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Chaika, Grace Chipangano Supervisor(s): Ken Ndala , Masozi GausiThe previous studies on diffusion of innovation indicates that the diffusion of innovation is often very difficult. The end-users do not adopt and implement all technologies that has obvious advantages over others in an organization. This is the case for many technologies, and it is particularly relevant for Geographic Information Systems (GIS).... Read more
School: School of Natural and Applied Sciences
Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Basikolo, Seyani Forbes Supervisor(s): Kondwani Godwin MunthaliThe popularity of social cash transfers as an initiative designed to alleviate poverty has grown worldwide. One of the key questions regarding implementation of this intervention is criteria for identifying recipients, including gender considerations. There are variations in theoretical and empirical evidence regarding the relationship between g... Read more
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Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Chunga, Maria Mkwawira Supervisor(s): Maxton Tsoka , Ephraim ChirwaThe Industrial Relations Court (IRC) is a court of first instance, which hears and determines labour cases. In this respect, this study critically analyses the functioning of IRC in terms of dispute settlement. It examines how the dispute settlement process is carried out at the Industrial Relations Court, and then looks at the effectiveness and... Read more
School: School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Neba-Chipaka, Annie Supervisor(s): Lewis DzimbiriIt is now acknowledged that the Information and Communication technologies (ICT) are important to the advancement of knowledge and growth of a country’s development. In recognition of this fact, the government of Malawi has taken a step towards the integration of ICT in education. This study investigated the challenges of using ICT in teaching G... Read more
School: School of Education
Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Chaika, Grace Chipangano Supervisor(s): Ken Ndala , Masozi GausiMalaria is a highly infectious disease, in Malawi it is mainly transmitted by Anopheles gambiae, Anopheles arabiensis and Anopheles funestus. It is of the most significant causes of morbidity and mortality in Malawi and remains a leading killer in Africa. Malaria is responsible for 90% of the deaths in Sub-Saharan region, 20.3% in Africa and 35%... Read more
School: School of Natural and Applied Sciences
Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Makoko, Roberta Supervisor(s): D PembaThe popularity of social cash transfers as an initiative designed to alleviate poverty has grown worldwide. One of the key questions regarding implementation of this intervention is criteria for identifying recipients, including gender considerations. There are variations in theoretical and empirical evidence regarding the relationship between g... Read more
School: School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2017
Author: Chunga, Maria Mkwawira Supervisor(s): Maxton Tsoka , Ephraim Chirwa