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A critical evaluation of the efficacy of the willing-seller, willing-buyer concept in the Namibia’s land reform policy and legal framework
(University of Namibia, 2024) Haimbili. Rebeka
Namibia inherited a skewed land redistribution system in favour of a white minority, which necessitated the newly elected government to enact measures to redress this injustice. This study investigated the effectiveness of the willing seller, willing buyer principle and redistribution policies that were enacted to implement the land reform programme. The willing-seller, willing-buyer (WSWB) approach, together with the enacted legislative framework on land have failed dismally in ensuring the equitable distribution of land and in realising the transformative aims of the Constitution. The study analysed the legislative framework to deduce reasons why Namibia has failed to properly address the issue of landlessness 32 years after it attained independence. It also criticises the path of national reconciliation that the government adopted shortly after independence in that it deprived the country of an opportunity to holistically address the inequitable distribution of land. The study found that the major constraints to meaningful land reform are contained in the legislative framework on land, as well as the mixed economy order which undermine the government’s efforts to redistribute land. The study also found that Namibia’s land reform programme does not comply with widely accepted requirements of a successful land reform programme, such as rapidness in implementation, and consensus on the political legitimacy and appropriateness of the mode of land acquisition, which in this case, is the willing seller, willing-buyer policy. Drawing on the experiences of land reforms in South Africa and Zimbabwe this study also found that there is a need to rethink land reform in Namibia, by infusing restorative justice in the land debate, by combining it with other policies that can enhance productivity in agriculture, as well as by easing the burden on the state as the only party responsible for managing and implementing the process of land reform.
A new model to measure the effects of price to book ratio and interest rate on share price volatility of financial institutions in emerging markets
(University of Namibia, 2019) Lopez, Yansy Caridad Odio; Kruger, Jan Walters
The development of studies in the field of trading activities in emerging markets are taking relevance in the last time (Leite, Klotzle, Pinto & Ferreira da Silva, 2018). This study attempts to be part of existing literature on the topic of trading opportunities in developing nations. The present research objective was to design a new model to measure the effects of price to book ratio as a fmancial indicator related to bank share prices and interest rates on share price volatility of fmancial institutions in emerging economies. The data analysis method used in this academic work was regression analysis. This was done by developing multiple regression models in Microsoft Excel to fmd relationships between variables of the study. The model includes three variables: one dependent variable (share price volatility) and two independent variables (price to book ratio and interest rates). Secondary sources such as journal articles and the publicly available online database for the Central Bank of Brazil were used to collect information. The model designed was implemented to test its validity in the Central Bank of Brazil for the period December 2016 to September 2018. The researcher found no relationship between price to book ratio and interest rates and share price changes in the Central Bank of Brazil from December 2016 to September 2018. The researcher interpreted this to mean that changes in the price of shares of the Central Bank of Brazil were not predicted by price to book ratio and yields in the period from December 2016 up to September 2018. It is considered that fmancial institutions must have instruments to measure and control financial and macroeconomic indicators in the banking sector, such as share prices and yields indicators, to contribute to increase fmancial growth by making informed decisions. This is an academic professional tool to be used by researchers, students, fmancial managers, investors, policymakers and shareholders as a source of literature for studies. This research has contributed to existing literature on trading activities in emerging countries, and how to study fmancial and macroeconomic variables that can influence stock price direction in developing nations, such as price to book ratio and yields
Accessing government information in Namibia as a human right issue
(University of Namibia, 2015) Nakuta, John; Mnubi-Mchombu, Chiku
There is general consensus that access to information is indispensable for a functional democracy. It is for this reason that access to information has been recognised and guaranteed as a fundamental human right in various international, regional and national instruments. The right to access to information is not explicitly guaranteed in the Namibian Constitution but is claimable through article 144 of since Namibia acceded and/or ratified various international human rights instruments which provide for this right. This article evaluates the question as to whether access to information is regarded as a human rights issue in Namibia. In determining this, the paper analysed the findings of the pilot study of the baseline study on human rights in Namibia with that of the main study with a specific focus on the theme dealing with access to information. Both studies found that it is almost as easy as it is difficult to access government information in Namibia. Both studies also show that elderly respondents and those with no formal education found it more difficult to access government information. Both studies show that the media was considered to be the main source of government policies, programmes and services. A mere 4 percent of the respondents in both studies indicated that they use libraries as a source for accessing public information. Distance to government departments and rude members of staff/poor service delivery were listed as the main barriers to accessing public information. Respondents in the pilot study listed outdated website content as their third major barrier, whereas respondents in the main study singled out too much bureaucracy as their third highest impediment to government information. The article asserts that the current situation whereby obtaining government information is at the discretion and disposition of civil servants is untenable and inconsistent with the right to access to information. The paper will explore how Namibians, from all walks of life, access human rights information. The paper is based on research which took place in Windhoek, Namibia in April 2012. The various aspects explored include access to government information and channels used to access information including the mass media. The final part of the paper will investigate barriers to accessing government information. Some recommendations will be made on how to improve access to government information in Namibia.
Accountability and democracy
(Idasa., 2012) Blaauw, Lesley
Adoption and utilisation of workplace e-learning practices in the public sector organisations: A systematic review
(Journal of learning for developement, 2023) Serema, Marguerite Margie; Shihomeka, Sadrag P.; Shalyefu, Rakel Kavena
The e-learning concept is increasingly receiving attention in education butthere seems to be inadequate guidance in developing a formal programme for implementing e-learning, especially in the public sector. Hence, this study focuses on aggregating information on the adoption and utilisation of e-learning in the public sector and attempting the development of a conceptual model for understanding workplace e-learning implementation. A systematic search of the literature was conducted to collect all the literature addressing the adoption and utilisation of e-learning in the public sector. This review brought to light key factors that influence the adoption and utilisation of e-learning amongst public sector employees, including attitude, satisfaction, behaviour intention, continuance intention, or behaviour to use e-learning. The adoption and utilisation of e-learning in the public sector requires a carefully thought-through and evidence-based approach, especially the development of the e-learning programme
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:
The African Union (AU), the African Youth Commission (AYC) and the Pan-African Youth Union (PYU): Sabotaging or bureaucratizing the youth?
(2018) Amupanda, Job S.
There now exists overwhelming evidence that many African states are gerontocracies - states wherein the leadership is way older than the average age of the population. Whereas these discussions were previously attributed to external observers of African politics, particularly observers from the western world, this question of and on African leadership has now gained domestic root. The youth of the continent has since started demanding their places at various decision-making tables within their nation states. This has led to generational antagonism of which some have led to youth-led uprisings. While there are several analyses at the state level, there has been little analysis of the relationship between the African Union (AU) and the youth of the continent. This text takes the analysis to the continental level. The text does not only concern a continental analysis, it’s most important contribution is to add new developments that have not appeared in much of the contemporary literature on African development. To buttress these perspectives, the text looks at the relationship between the AU and two continental youth organizations: the PYU (Pan-African Youth Union) and the AYC (African Youth Commission). It reveals that at the time of writing, Africa was the only continent without a recognized continental youth body. The text is aimed at provoking further questions and discussions on the AU’s youth discourse with this daring question: sabotaging or bureaucratizing youth?
Agriculture and manufacturing sector growth in Namibia during the period 1981 to 2012: A granger causality test
(2014) Siboleka, Milner; Nyambe, Jacob M.; Osterkamp, Rigmar
Namibia became independent in 1990. Since then, the democratic government has pursued various development policy tools to empower Namibians economically. The 4th National Development Plan identified four strategic economic growth enhancing activities, namely agriculture, manufacturing, logistics and tourism. Agriculture remains the largest employer while manufacturing, logistics and tourism are growing, but slowly. This paper is premised on investigating whether or not there is a causal and long term relationship between agriculture and manufacturing sector growth over the period 1981-2012. Ascertaining the direction of the relationship is part of the objectives. Analytical methods that were used include unit root, correlation test and a Granger Causality model. With the use of time series data, the results confirmed stationarity of the data. With 31 observations, no causal relationships were established between agriculture and manufacturing in Namibia. Appropriate policy interventions are required to influence how the two sectors should benefit from each other. Such holds potential for both sustained employment creation opportunities and economic growth in Namibia.
Alternative institutional arrangements of accelerating the implementation of rural electrification in Namibia
(2007) Muyenga-Muyenga, Simon; ;
Abstract provided by author
Alternative to state dominated criminal prosecution in Namibia
(2007) Uanivi, Uaatjo
Criminal proceedings, in general, are proceedings which in substance are of a criminal nature, and not of a civil nature and include, inter alia, applications for a stay of prosecution and release from detention, etc. The constitution of the Republic of Namibia protects the rights of all persons including the rights of victims of crime which are also recognised in the United Nations Declaration of Basic Principle of Justice for Victims of Crime and Abuse of Power adopted by the General Assembly in Resolution 40/34 of 29 November 1985. This protection covers rights impaired by the State and/ or individual persons, acts or omissions that are in violation of criminal laws and/or any other law operative and enforceable in Namibia. These rights have to be respected and protected by all organs of government involved in the judicial process, from the moment of the commission of the crime or offence up to and including the completion of the judicial process and/or quasi-judicial process related thereto. Hence, the need to have checks and balance mechanisms with respect to state power and functions in the prosecution process. We have very often witnessed white-collar crimes not being prosecuted in Namibia.
An analysis of factors influencing the financial performance of Namibian fuel stations in Helao-Nafidi town
(University of Namibia, 2023) Mirjam, Wilka Kuhatumwa
This study sought to analyse factors that have an impact on the financial performance of fuel stations at the Helao Nafidi town in the Ohangwena region, in terms of risk management, high fuel prices, the pandemic (COVID-19, logistic management (stock arrival) and the role of government in mitigating losses of financial performance. This study used explanatory sequential research design. It adopted a mixed methodology approach in which data was collected using a questionnaire for the quantitative part and for the qualitative part, an interview guide was used. To achieve this, the study used multiple regression analysis, based on a sample size of 32 participants and the results reveal positive impacts of risk management and stock arrival on business performance while high fuel prices and pandemics reveal negative impacts on business performance for fuel stations at the Helao Nafidi town in the Ohangwena region. Moreover, the study followed up on these findings qualitatively to explore the role that the government can play to mitigate business performance losses for the fuel stations due to pandemics, which go hand in hand with high fuel prices using reflective thematic analysis in NVivo. This analysis was based on the data collected from 12 interviewees using an interview guide and results revealed two themes, each with two codes. The first theme was on controlling the rivalry with two codes as oil/fuel smuggling control and the protection of the borders. The second theme was selfreliance that is associated with two codes as own oil discovery and giving subsidies. Thus, the study applied an explanatory sequential research design. Lastly, qualitative findings serve as policy recommendations while in terms of directions for future studies, the study suggests future research focus on other regions that are not severely affected by oil/fuel smuggling in Namibia from Angola, as well as to assessing the impact of the pandemic on business performance for companies in other sectors. Keywords: Business performance, risk management, high fuel prices, COVID-19 pandemic, multiple regression analysis, reflective thematic analysis
An analysis of factors influencing the level of fundraising for Non-Profit Organisations (NPOS) of the Khomas region of Namibia
(University of Namibia, 2020) Shaduka, Luise Ndateelela; Chifamba, Ronald
Like the NPOs sector globally, the number of NPOs in Namibia has been increasing yearly. Most NPOs depend on government subsidies or local and international donor agencies to finance their operations. This scenario has been threatening their survival and ability to attain their aims and objectives for social transformation. Donor agencies have reduced their support for Namibian NPOs owing to the global economic crisis and financial headwinds facing the Namibia economy. As a result local NPOs have limited access to funding from both local and international donors, as well as private philanthropic organisations. This is attributed to factors such as: global financial crisis, economic recession, the re-classification of Namibia to an upper middle-income country, the downgrading to junk economic status, and the increase in the number ofNPOs in Namibia. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to analyse factors influencing the level of fundraising for NPOs in Khomas Region. Based on the study, this paper explores the influence of sources of funding on the financial sustainability ofNPOs. A quantitative research design was used as the principal research methodology for the study. The target population was six hundred and ninety six (696) NPOs registered with Business and lntellectual Property Authority (BIPA) under Section 21 of Company Act No. 28 of2004 of the Republic ofNamibia. One respondent per NPO was selected as per their role in the organization either: managements, administrative or financial personnel. The study made use of a random sampling methodology of which the, a total of forty ( 40) of NPOs were sampled each per year from 1950 to 2018. For the purposes of this study, a quantitative research method was employed and quantitative data were collected using a questionnaire. Data was processed using Stata software and the coded data I d t the SiQllificance level of .05% using an ordered logistic regression model was ana yse a o · · I Significant variables to the study were identified and interpreted accordingly and where possible compared to the literature review to gain a full understanding from both primary research data and secondary research. The chi-square test was done to test the model and it is statistically significant as it has a chi-square value below the 5% level. The findings of the study showed that there are factors influencing the level of fundraising in NPOs. These are gender, years of working experience, number of staff members, fund raising procedures, number of student interns, fundraising through electronic media, local and international donor's agency and partnership or joint projects with other organizations. Therefore, this situation has left Namibian NPOs with no options, but to develop alternative fundraising strategies to access new sources of funding in order to increase the level of funding to finance their operations. Jt is recommended that the NPOs should move from being dependent on government subsidies and local donor agencies for self-sustainability and have a more international outlook and indeed focus on establishing income generating activities and venture into multiple sources of funds for their projects. This would improve their financial sustainability. It is further recommended that there is a need to create and develop alternative fundraising strategies in order to increase the level of funding and remain competitive in the markets. Furthermore, it is recommended that NPOs should engage individuals, corporate sectors, government and local and international donors to develop interest in their activities for future donations. Alternatively, NPOs should give timely reports, thank you letters, issue donation certificates and offer a free luncheon for donors even once a year. With regard to media, it is advisable for NPOs to partner up with the media for marketing purposes as well as forming joint ventures with business and universities
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
An analysis of the effects of daily subsistence allowances expenditure on the overall budget and service goals of the Ministry of Safety and Security in Namibia
(University of Namibia, 2020) Egumbo, Raimo; Sunde, Tafirenyika
As per the State Finance Act, 1991, to reimburse out-of-pocket expenses for trave I expenses incurred when on work-related responsibilities and to encourage staff to attend professional development activities, the Daily subsistence allowances (DSA) rates had to be established. However, weaknesses in the control of daily subsistence allowances expenditure can cause problems, including distortions of human resource systems, fraud , and misuse by the staffs, which has the potential to affect government's objectives adversely through corruption. The purpose ofthis study was to analyse the effects of daily subsistence allowances expenditure on the overall budget and service goals ofthe Ministry of Safety and Security in Windhoek, Namibia as from the financial year 20 I 0/20 I I to 2015/2016. The analysis of daily subsistence allowances effects on the overall budget identifies the risks of malpractice and fraud and offer suggestions for improvement. The study applied mixed methods. The population size was 174 and the sample size comprised of I 08 respondents. The research instrument used in this study was a self-administered questionnaire, distributed to I 08 respondents. The study found out that, overspending has become the order ofthe day and this is done at the expense of service delivery. There was too much movement of members for the same mission and time. This revealed that there are no proper measures to control the activities when it comes to official missions. Sometimes staffs have created unnecessary missions just to earn extra income to solve their problems, and this harms daily subsistence allowances expenditure and the Ministry's overall budget. In addition to that, the study also found that there was a lack of financial control measures caused by poor management and lack of accountability regarding the use of daily subsistence allowances in the line Ministry. Given the findings of the research, the researcher recommends that theM inistry o fSafety and Security should make a yearly plan for their missions, which the line Minister are supposed to know by the beginning of the year. The Mission Committee must be the one in charge of the planning of the mission, organising, approval and knowing who is travelling while ensuring that people arc rotating fairly. This will help to improve the effectiveness of managing the Daily Subsistence Allowances expenditure
An analysis of the impact of the exchange rate on export perfomance in Namibia
(University of Namibia, 2019) Amadhila, Orodesia; Mugano, Gift
The purpose of the study was to analyse the effect of the exchange rate on export performance in Namibia. Furthermore, the researcher was to investigate if there is a relationship between the exchange rate and export performance. The objectives of the study were to examine whether there is a long run relationship between real effective exchange rate and export performance in Namibia, to determine the casual relationship between real exchange rate and export performance in Namibia as well as to suggest policies for the mitigation of the impact on the domestic economy. The theories on which this paper was based are Marshal-Lerner Condition, Exchange Rate Pass-Through and The Balance of Payments theory. To investigate the existence of a long run relationship between exchange rate and export performance in Namibia, the Engle-Granger two-step estimation technique was employed. The technique entails the determination of the long term co-integration relationship through testing for stationarity of the residuals using Augmented Dickey Fuller (ADF) test. The study revealed that the variable exchange rate negatively affects export performance and that the coefficient is statistically significant. From the regression estimation it can be concluded that the theoretical proposition of the relationship between exchange rate and export performance is confirmed in the case of Namibia. A currency depreciation results in more exports while a currency appreciation results in a reduction in exports. Therefore, policy recommendations of the study included employing strong financial tools to hedge against change in the international market, such as: Accept the risk and transfer it through pricing, A void or minimise costly commodities, seek natural hedges and manage the risk through contracts
An analysis of the nexus between public debt and private investment: Evidence from Namibia
(University of Namibia, 2022) Ngwena, Ester Ndapandula N.
Public debt in Namibia has been rising over the years and the question is whether the persistently high debt level can negatively affect private gross fixed capital formation or not. Applying the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model for cointegration on data for the period 2010Q1 to 2019Q4, this study empirically examined the nexus between public debt and private gross fixed capital formation in Namibia. The ARDL test results revealed the existence of a long-run relationship between the variables. Domestic debt and interest rate were found to have a statistically significant negative effect on private gross fixed capital formation in the long-run. These findings are consistent with the Classical and Neoclassical Views, which state that domestic debt crowds-out private investment. Moreover, the Granger Causality test was employed as a confirmatory test to determine the direction of causality between public debt and private gross fixed capital formation. The Granger Causality test results show the presence of no causality between public debt and private investment in Namibia. A bi-directional relationship was, however, found to exist between interest rate and private gross fixed capital formation. Moreover, a statistically significant bi-directional causal relation was also discovered between gross domestic product and gross fixed capital formation. Policy implications from these findings are that proper debt management to support private gross fixed capital formation in Namibia is fundamental. Furthermore, the newly established revenue agency could create new avenues to raise funds to widen the revenue base. Finally, the government could moderately increase external borrowing, albeit with caution, as external debt can be susceptible to external shocks, which affect debt service cost
An analysis of the sources and use of financial resources of local authorities: The case of Rehoboth Town Council
(University of Namibia, 2020) Haiyaka, Else Gudrun Salome; Sunde, Tafirenyika
This study assessed the factors affecting the financial performance of Rehoboth Town Council. Odero (2017) stated that financial performance in local government in the country remains poor and a radical approach to financial management was a necessity. The study assessed the factors affecting financial performance from institutional, human capital and external environment perspectives and its effects of financial performance of the town council. The study adopted a case study research design and data was collected through self-completing questionnaires. These were administered to 1 05 Rehoboth town council stakeholders. The findings were presented in graphs, charts and frequency tables. The study concluded that the main factors affecting Rehoboth Town Council's financial perfonnance included unavailability of reliable sources of funds, liquidity management, inflation rates, employee capacity and management practices. Though there were other factors affecting fmancial performance, the participants highly rated unavailability of reliable sources of funds, liquidity management, inflation rates, employee capacity and management practices. They indicated that there is a combination of institutional, human capital and external environment factors. The study recommended a number of factors to cushion poor financial performance in local authority among the debt management techniques, management of the cash conversion cycle and engagements for creation of sustainable income, investments in modem accounting management systems, extensive budget consultations and training and development for all the staff members for understanding of the town council financial management approaches. However the study only focused on the assessing the factors from a holistic approach, leaving room for testing of the magnitude of the effects of individual factors.
An assessment of employers' expectations to enhance the employability of university graduates in Namibia
(University of Namibia, 2023) Nepando, Victor P.
The issue of university graduate employability is a universal challenge however severe in developing countries. Namibia is one such developing country that has challenges with graduate employability. This study was conducted to establish the employers' perceptions of graduate employability. The study sought to establish the employers' perceptions towards graduate employability, employers' views on the effectiveness of recruitment and selection methods to determine the skills of graduates, and to establish interventions that can be put in place to enhance graduates' employability. The study adopted a qualitative exploratory research design informed by interpretivism as the research philosophy underpinning the study. Out of a population of 69 employers, twenty purposively selected employers were interviewed using a semi-structured interview guide, which contained questions, aligned with the research objectives. Data were analyzed using a thematic data analysis technique. An Atlas ti software was used to analyse data. The following results were obtained. Employers perceived graduates to lack hands-on and soft skills. According to the employers, a lack of hands-on skills compromised productivity, and a lack of soft skills affected adjusting to the work environment and fitting into the team. The employers further indicated that a lack of these skills made the induction process long and costly to the organisation. The study established that recruitment and selection were aimed to select recruits who were then taken for induction, hence the selection process fails to determine the skills of the graduate. Finally, the study recommended the need for an inclusive approach to curriculum design, where all key stakeholders are part of the curriculum design process. The study also recommended enacting an attachment policy, which is inclusive and includes a module on soft skills in all courses. The Ministry of Labour, Industrial Relations and Employment Creations were requested to conduct a skills audit, to guide and inform tertiary institutions on the demand for skills. Universities would be informed of trades, which require additional skills. The study also raised the need to 4 counsel students during their final year at university. The study suggested further study involving all key stakeholders on the challenges of graduate employability so that an inclusive plan of action can be generated
An assessment of in-service training of middle level employee's effectiveness in Manica in the Erongo region
(University of Namibia, 2017) Bundje, Lucia Ndemuningashi; Mugano, G.
This study sought to assess the effectiveness of in-service training of middle level employee effectiveness in MANICA in the Erongo Region. The study was guided by four main objectives: (I) to assessing the level of performance of employee after having successfully completed in-service training programmes at their workplace; (2) to investigate if the lack of training opportunities can caused a decline in employee performance; (3) to establish information systems that can promote in-service training programmes for all employees; and lastly, (4) provide underpinning knowledge and expertise in relation to MANICA 's in-service training programmes. Concurrently, the study followed a qualitative approach and primary data was collected from the middle level employees at MANICA , using a self-administered questionnaire. Collected data was analysed and interpreted using the inductive and deductive method approach, presenting data in graphs, charts and tabular format where necessary. The findings reveal that in-service training is indeed efficiently administered and contributes a significant role in the success of the organisation. The researcher study concludes that in-service training programmes have a positive impact towards employee performance and that organisations should consider making it part of their learning culture, ensuring that all training programmes are well customised to meet all employee training needs
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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