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    Affirmative action and black empowerment in tourism industry
    (2000) Haindongo, Shikwetepo
    No abstract by author in copy of thesis available at UNAM. The following is taken from the author's introduction:
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    Alternative institutional arrangements of accelerating the implementation of rural electrification in Namibia
    (2007) Muyenga-Muyenga, Simon; ;
    Abstract provided by author
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    An analysis of the challenges hampering the successful implementation of gender based violence policies: A case study of the Kavango East region of Namibia
    (University of Namibia, 2024) Likando, Johanna M.; Lwendo, Sitali Brian
    This study was aimed at analysing the challenges hampering the successful implementation of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) policies in Namibia using the Kavango East Region as the unit of analysis. The study employed a descriptive and case study research design. A semi-structured questionnaire and an interview guide were used as data collection instruments. Thirty-five (35) respondents were purposively and conveniently selected from key stakeholders (regional councillors, traditional leaders, and Church leaders, civil society, government ministries). The empirical data collected from respondents was analysed qualitatively using thematic and content analysis to complement documentary analysis of secondary data. The thematic presentation and discussion of the results was guided by the study research questions. The findings of study revealed that it was imperative to review the existing policies on GBV to accommodate emerging issues if radical change in reducing GBV is expected. The findings of the study further revealed that key stakeholders such as civil society organisations, traditional leaders, church leaders and community members were not fully engaged and involved in the design of appropriate measures that would ensure effective and efficient implementation of policies aimed at reducing GBV. Given the gap between GBV policy and practice, the study advanced key recommendations that hinge on, capacity building for various key stakeholders, adopting technology in reporting of GBV cases, developing strategies to enhance coordination, monitoring and evaluation of the policy implementation, creation of effective engagement platforms for communities, traditional and church leaders on GBV matters, and robust revision of the existing GBV policies and Action Plans
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    An assessment of the factors influencing airport security at Namibian airports: A case study of Hosea Kutako International Airport, 2018-2023
    (University of Namibia, 2024) Shekupe, Angula Fillipus
    Airports are regarded as unique entities that have insightful economic, social, and environmental effects on a local, regional, and even international level. Therefore, because of its crucial impact, the subject of airport security has taken the centre of discussions of numerous studies. A Security audit conducted in Namibia by the International Civil Aviation Organisation in 2018 revealed that some aspects of airport security at Namibian airports needed improvements. The audit suggested that Namibia needed to improve in various security aspects such as, the screening of passengers, screening of baggage and cargo, certifying of screeners, and employing of internal quality control measures to ensure quality assurance. Against this background, the purpose of this study was to examine the key factors that influence the effective and efficient execution of airport security at Hosea Kutako International Airport. The main security factors that were assessed are Human Resources, Regulations and Supervision, Machinery and Equipment, and Stakeholders. This was done by analysing opinions of airport security practitioners including managers on the security factors by using the Analytical Hierarchy Process method. A questionnaire was used to obtain data from selected respondents. The study population comprised of aviation security practitioners at Hosea Kutako International Airport from the Namibia Airports Company, Namibian Police, and the contracted security service provider the Namibia Protection Services. The study employed a case study design, and the collected data were analysed using Microsoft Excel software and interpretations were made from the results of analysis. The findings of the study show that the main factor of Human Resource is rated the most important factor, followed by the Machinery and Equipment, Regulations and Supervision, and Stakeholders respectively. Other sub factors and criteria were used in determining the level of importance of the main factors of airport security. The study formulated a model of airport security systems which, in conjunction with the decision model can assist in addressing operational and administrative security challenges. This model can be used by airports authorities to effectively deploy its limited resources by directing it to the security factors that are considered of great importance than other factors in enhancing airport security system. Furthermore, it may also be used to address the gap that may exist within the airport security systems. The study concluded that human resource is one of the important factors in airport security and therefore, to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of airport security it is recommended that qualified and well-trained personnel be employed
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    Analysing perceptions of employees on the implementation of the performance management system: A case study of the Directorate of Sport in the Ministry of Sport, Youth and National Service
    (University of Namibia, 2018) Mbanga, Owen Kachana
    In an effort to improve performance, the government of Namibia has identified Performance Management System (PMS) as a vehicle towards achieving national goals and objectives. However, the implementation of PMS seems to be ungainly, with not much to be shown. To this extent it is important to analyse the implementer’s perceptions (employees) on the implementation of the performance management system. Therefore, the aim of this study is to analyse employee’s perceptions regarding the implementation of the Performance Management System (PMS), and to establish whether the employees and managers understand the objectives of the PMS. It also seeks and recommends possible solutions to the managerial and employees in the Directorate of Sport. Mixed method research design, comprising of both qualitative and quantitative methods was used. Structured questionnaires that consisted of a Likert scale and open ended interviews were the most appropriate tools used to collect data in order to gain more understanding on the research participant’s perspective of PMS in terms of their perceptions and understanding. The population of the study was 95 employees and the sample size was 20 within the Directorate of Sport under the Ministry of Sport, Youth and National Service. It consisted of Directors, Deputy Directors, Chief Sport Officers, Senior Sport Officers and Sport Officers from the Directorate of Sport. Out of the stated sample size, only 19 respondents participated in this study. Sixteen (16) respondents were randomly selected, and 3 were purposively selected for interviews. The data collected from the questionnaires was analysed using tables, graphs, and charts. This data was also interpreted in summary form, while the data from the conducted interviews was transcribed. This study reveals that the employees perceive that PMS can improve performance in the Directorate of Sport, and they also show a good understanding of PMS objectives. However, they feel that the implementation of PMS in the Directorate of Sport has failed and is ineffective, because it is not adapted to the current available setting and environment of sport. Additionally, the lack of prioritisation of planned activities makes financial resources, and the application of PMS to the directorate of sport and its implementation difficult as it puts strain on the limited resources. This finding is reflected by the main challenges of the limited budget. This thesis recommends that a manager-employee relationship should be created to improve employee-manager relationship and communication on clear alignment of implementing the strategic plan, annual plan and performance agreements. This should be done in order to create and sustain a performance-orientated culture, which will enhance employees’ commitment and dedication towards the achievement of the Directorate of Sport objectives and goals as aligned to the National Development Plan five (NDP 5).
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    An analysis of factors constraining the growth of micro enterpreses in Lusaka
    (2015) Musona, Victoria
    From the literature researched in this study it was clear that micro enterprises have the potential to make a strong contribution to the economy of African countries like Zambia and others. In spite of this, it is concerning to note that they often do not progress to the next level of competence. An alarmingly high number of micro enterprises fail shortly after start - up while many others remain stagnated in terms of potential growth. This study was primarily aimed at establishing the factors that constrain micro enterprise growth in Lusaka. To do this, the study used simple random sampling to collect data from 66 micro enterprise owners and 5 key informants (2 micro enterprise sector experts and 3 council officials) using interviews and questionnaires. The study was mainly descriptive in nature. The data collected was analysed descriptively and presented through figures, frequencies, tables and percentages. The findings of the study indicate that micro enterprises in Lusaka are faced with internal and external constraints to growth, such as excessive competition, lack of access to finance, vulnerability to crime, lack of market demand, high family demands and unrealistically high cost of stock. Other constraints were found to be administrative corruption, constrictive import / export regulations, uncertainty regarding business conditions and legal as well as regulatory constraints. It was also found that many micro enterprises were not adhering to the laid- down regulatory and legal restrictions in force in the city of Lusaka. Often the local authority officials charged with the responsibility of enforcing these regulations were unable or unwilling to effectively do so; hence many micro enterprises were getting away with illegal practices. Some recommendations arising from the findings of this study are that micro enterprises have to be encouraged to operate formally rather than remaining in the informal sector. Female representation in the micro enterprise sector also needs to be increased by adopting deliberate policies which help alleviate constraints faced by female business owners. Lastly, the government needs to ensure that the already existing policies aimed at the micro enterprise sector are properly implemented.
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    Analysis of factors hindering small and medium enterprises access to finance in Prosperita industrial park II
    (University of Namibia, 2017) Mwatange, Taimi N.
    The primary objective of the study is to assess both the demand and supply side factors that hinder Small and Medium Enterprises (SME’s) in Namibia to gain access to finance. This is a case study of SMEs of Prosperita Industrial Park II in Windhoek. Four commercial banks, SME Bank and the Ministry of Industrialization, Trade and SME Development were also included in this study. The study employs both quantitative and qualitative methods, whereby a questionnaire and interviews were used as the research instruments. The data was analysed using SSPS and Microsoft Excel software. Statistical analysis, including Pearson Product-Moment Correlation, descriptive statistics, thematic code and content analysis were used. The study found that both demand side and supply side factors impact on access to finance among the SMEs. These are factors such as the age and the size of the business, collateral, asymmetrical information and stringent conditions, such as high interest rates and high transaction costs. The study recommends that the Government should intervene in the operations of the supply side and apply leniency regarding criteria, especially in the collateral requirement. The study further recommends that training should be availed to SMEs in order to create an understanding of the art of financial administration. SMEs should furthermore be encouraged to implement financial systems with at least three basic components of the budgetary period. It is also recommended that in order to build credibility with lenders, SMEs should start maintaining proper records to avoid asymmetrical information. In addition, SMEs should invest in fixed assets, such as property and machinery, which could serve as collateral for financial providers.
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    An analysis of mobile information and communications technologies in Telecom Namibia: An integration architecture
    (University of Namibia, 2015) Garises, Valerie
    The purpose of this study is to analyze Mobile Information Communications Technologies (M-ICT) usage and recommend an integration architecture to Telecom Namibia (TN). The major problem of the research was the current usage of mobile technologies and the benefits of integration M-ICT in TN. The specific objectives are to assess the risk posed by the usage of mobile technologies to TN and to recommend suitable integration architecture for M-ICT in TN. The study is a quantitative research which investigates the current usage levels and possible use cases of M-ICT by TN employees. The positivist research strategy was used for the quantitative non-experimental research survey that includes the gathering and analysis of quantitative data for the study. The data received from respondents was captured in Survey Tracker software, extracted in .SAV file format and imported into SPSS for further analysis. The responses to all items was classified and tabulated in different categories using the IBM SPSS 20 software. The coded data was analyzed by means of One-Way Anova at significance level of .05 in order to determine the relationship of the variables. Significant variables to the study were identified and interpreted accordingly and where possible linked to literature review to gain a full understanding from both primary research data and secondary research. The finding of the study showed that there is a high risk of sensitive information leaking from the company due to corporate data being accessed from mobile device. It is recommended that the company integrates M-ICT using the secure Enterprise Mobility Architecture to control data accessed through the mobile devices.
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    An analysis of poverty among the residents of Okahandja Park informal settlement in Windhoek, Namibia
    (University of Namibia, 2017) Nghaamwa, Rhauna N.
    Despite several efforts to radically reduce poverty, the efforts have enjoyed moderate success in many parts of the world and Namibia included. Hundreds of millions across the world suffer the daily anguish of deprivation in one form or another, be it the pain of persistent hunger and disease, absence of adequate health care and nutrition, low education and skills, inadequate livelihood, bad housing conditions, social exclusion and lack of participation. Therefore, poverty persists irrespective of poverty reduction strategies and programmes implemented in the country for the last ten years. The purpose of this study was to analyse poverty among the residents of Okahandja Park Informal Settlement in Windhoek. Okahandja Park was selected as a case study, since it was amongst the first settlement areas to be established in Windhoek. The principal research objectives of the study were: (1) Understanding how the residents of Okahandja Park Informal Settlement earn and sustain their livelihoods; (2) Identifying strategies that can assist in overcoming poverty and inequality amongst the residents of Okahandja Park Informal Settlement; and (3) Evaluating the socio-economic intervention programs or projects that are in place in boosting the livelihood of the residents of Okahandja Park Informal Settlement. The targeted population of 1,700 consisted of heads of households living in Okahandja Park Informal Settlement area. The population sample size was 130 heads of households. Out of 130 heads of households, only 100 were available for interviews. The data was collected with the aid of two instruments namely, a structured questionnaire and semi- structured interviews which were presented on one form of participatory poverty assessment discussions. The data of the study was analysed as follows: issues were arranged in a logical order and specific issues were clustered into themes that gave meaning to the data obtained. The study concluded that poverty has lasting harmful effects on society, and as such poverty results in hunger, malnutrition, poor physical status and increased healthcare costs which undermine economic growth at large. The study further found that with 29 percent of the population live below the poverty line, the poverty line needs to be adjusted as the cost of goods that form components (inflation) rises over time. The study recommends that the review of poverty reduction projects and programs should be aimed at the basic needs of the poor. The approach should emphasize the involvement and participation of the people in the process of the needs identification. Furthermore, the monitoring and evaluation processes should be an ongoing process, aiming at measuring the progress and identifying the hindrances for each strategy, policy and programmes and always keeping communities informed on the progress.
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    An analysis of the effectiveness of existing land reform policy in uplifting the socio-economic standards of the war veterans of the liberation of Namibia
    (University of Namibia, 2016) Mushelenga, Nkrumah
    This study evaluated the effectiveness of existing land reform policy in uplifting the socio-economic standards of the war veterans of the liberation struggle of Namibia. The researcher used quantitative research methodology through questionnaires to gather information on the benefits that have accrued from the land reform policy and the extent to which the policy has been implemented. After analysing the data collected, the researcher found that the current land policy has not been as effective as expected, and concluded that there is a need to review the existing policy after widely consulting war veterans to assess their needs, and involving veterans’ representatives to participate in decisions that affect them. The research also concluded that many veterans have not accessed information on the land reform policy, partly due to lack of communication, lack of education to comprehend the policy, and advanced age. The study therefore recommends that the land reform policy be reviewed to address issues that directly affect and relate to the war veterans; that the Ministry of Veterans Affairs put in place mechanisms or policies to resettle and provide land for the veterans; that the Ministry of Veterans Affairs and Land Resettlement organise an urgent all-inclusive forum with the war veterans to brainstorm on the best mechanisms to address the land and resettlement issue of the war veterans of the liberation struggle.
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    An analysis of the implementation of affirmative action policies in Namibia: a case study of the Ministry of Justice
    (2015) Unengu, Viola K.
    The aim of this study was to analyse the implementation of affirmative action policies in Namibia. The study adopted a mixed research design which incorporated both elements of quantitative and qualitative research designs. The quantitative approach method involved the use of a structured questionnaire which was distributed among the employees at the Ministry of Justice. A coded questionnaire was used which enabled ranking of qualitative responses into numerical responses. The qualitative approach involved literature review of empirical studies on affirmative action. Qualitative data was gathered through literature review and the findings from primary research were compared with the findings from secondary research. Qualitative data were also gathered through open ended questions on the questionnaire. The findings from the study suggests that there are numerous challenges in implementing affirmative action in Namibia. The overall implementation of affirmative action programmes has been below satisfactory levels. Not much has been achieved in terms of representation of the previously disadvantaged in management position. However considerable progress has been made through affirmative action and this has resulted in better representation of women in management positions.
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    An analysis of the implementation of the affirmative action policy in the Namibian public sector: A case study of the office of the prime minister
    (2015) Sisamu, Glodean N.
    It is usually expected for post-independence governments to rectify past injustices committed by the former colonial masters. These could be injustices in relation to social, political economical, gender, race etc. Of interest to this study is the issue of affirmative action. The study investigates the impact and consequences of the affirmative action policy in its quest to eradicate past imbalances in the employment sphere. The purpose of the study is to assess the impact of the Affirmative Action Policy in the Namibian public sector, focusing on the Office of the Prime Minister. In order to get an in-depth understanding of the impact and consequences that emanate from implementation of the said policy, a case study approach was adopted. The study employed research instruments such as questionnaire, interviews (both structured and semi- structured) as well as documentary analysis of available reports on the subject matter. The findings show that, although the implementation of the policy has placed previously disadvantaged groups in significantly and strategic managerial positions, it has also blocked those at lower positions because of the non-movement of the previously advantaged, resulting in career path diversions. It also became evident that affirmative action is viewed as unfair as it limits qualified personnel from promotions because organisations have to comply with the policy. Such a situation has resulted in many employees being demoralised, and feeling that the progress in their careers is blank as preference is given to previously disadvantaged groups. The study finally made some recommendations that will help to smoothen the implementation of the policy.
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    An analysis of the social impact resulting from the absence of married quarters in the Namibian Defence Force
    (2011) Mwandingi, Jeremia N.
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    An analysis of the socio-economic security challenges of urbanisation on the livelihood of the residents of Havana and Greenwell Matongo informal settlements of Windhoek, Namibia
    (University of Namibia, 2017) Erriky, Gerhard
    The rural-urban migrations of the residents from the Havana and Greenwell Matongo informal settlements, to Windhoek, pose socio-economic challenges of urbanisation. These challenges are various security challenges such as unemployment, poverty, crime and the negative effect on the environment. Therefore, it is important to recognise that migration, in excess, is both a symptom of national security threats and instability. Understanding the causes, determinants, and consequences these security challenges pose, as a result of rural-urban migration, is important in formulating socio-economic wellbeing policies and strategies to curb human and environmental insecurity. These strategies shall to alter the pattern of environmental security and socio-economic security challenges such as land pollution, environmental protection, equal income distribution and control of population growth. It is crucial to note that these security challenges can be addressed by formulating socio-economic policy strategies that will address the income disparities between rural and urban residents which, will directly or indirectly, influence the migration process. The security challenges are analysed based on urban management such as citizens’ participation in the mainstream economy, good governance, access to urban infrastructure and services such as drainage system, water reticulation system, electricity supply, road networks, access to education and training, access to health facilities and access to decent housing. The impetus of the analysis further focuses on other social ills or human insecurities such as prostitution, alcohol and drug abuse, and the escalation of land grabbing. The combination of these socio-economic security challenges are all the products of urbanisation and have to be addressed urgently. Todaro and Smith (2012) rural-urban migration model theory was employed to understand the rural-urban migratory trends.