The Influence of Clientelism on the Informal Sector in Zimbabwe : A Case Study of Glen View 8 Complex, Harare

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
Justin Tandire
Keyword(s):  
Informal Sector ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Major Drawback ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Qualitative Research Methodology ◽  
Political Patronage ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Poor Infrastructure ◽  
Big Men

This study focuses on the influence of clientelism in the informal sector of Zimbabwe in Glen View 8 (Complex). The study used the case of Glen view 8 (complex) in Harare Province. The study focused on political dynamics in the informal sector; livelihood strategies employed by informal sector operators; manifestation of “Big Men”, social networks in the informal sector; and different strategies employed by operators to overcome the problems of political manipulation, clientelism and patronage. It employs a qualitative research methodology to enable a nuanced comprehension of the clientelistic relationships that take place in the informal sector of Zimbabwe. Through in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, narratives and in-depth interviews with key informants, the study explored the clientelistic nature of the informal sector. The major findings of the study are that the informal sector in Zimbabwe is influenced by political patronage. It was established that patronage influences the informal sector in Zimbabwe in general and at Glen View Complex 8 in particular. Some of the operators revealed that patronage negatively affects their business as they are sometimes forced to attend political party meetings either at the complex or at ZANU-PF star rallies in town. The operators experience a plethora of problems such as lack of security, poor sanitation, stiff competition, poor infrastructure, lack of insurance and fire outbreaks. It has been revealed that most of the problems experienced at the complex are a result of the politicisation of the informal sector particularly by the ZANU-PF party. Operators at the complex have described the politicisation of the informal sector as a major drawback to their efforts of realising maximum benefits from their work. Therefore, the thrust of this thesis is premised on the de-politicisation of the informal sector as the starting point in the transformation of the activities of the operators.

Compulsory Science Policy: Enhancing Gender Equality In Education? A Case Study Of Academic Achievement In Uganda

2021 ◽  
pp. 183-194
Author(s):  
Joyce Ayikoru Asiimwe
Keyword(s):  
Science Policy ◽  
Policy Design ◽  
Key Factors ◽  
Physical Sciences ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Number Of Factors ◽  
Equality In Education ◽  
Depth Interviews

This paper communicates the results of a diagnostic evaluation of the performance of boys and girls in physical sciences at Ordinary level in Uganda after the adoption of the compulsory science policy. The objectives of the study were twofold: to examine the academic performance of boys and girls in the Uganda National Examinations from 2007 to 2010, and to highlight key factors that continue to influence the achievement of students, especially girls in sciences. Data was obtained from five co-educational secondary schools using documentary reviews, in-depth interviews and focus group discussions. The results revealed that the performance of both boys and girls have further declined after the implementation of the compulsory science policy. However, in comparison to the boys, girls in co-educational schools were still more likely to be among the poorest performers in sciences. This was attributed to a number of factors, key among them being girls' self-concept in sciences, and teachers' perception of girls' abilities in sciences. These findings reiterate the need to mainstream gender into both policy design and implementation.

Identifying key network characteristics for agricultural innovation: A multisectoral case study approach

2018 ◽  
Vol 47 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-26
Author(s):  
Evelien Lambrecht ◽  
Maarten Crivits ◽  
Ludwig Lauwers ◽  
Xavier Gellynck
Keyword(s):  
Success Factors ◽  
Knowledge Exchange ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Agricultural Innovation ◽  
Network Characteristics ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Innovation Characteristics ◽  
Depth Interviews

This article identified network characteristics critical for successful agricutural innovations within networks, or a set of interrelated organizations aiming at knowledge exchange for innovations. To explore key success factors, the research questioned how networks cope with innovation characteristics and combined network characteristics with four innovation characteristics in four agricultural sub-sectors. Data were collected from in-depth interviews with farmers and network coordinators and from focus group discussions with farmers active in Flanders, the northern part of Belgium. Factors particularly helpful for success in agricultural innovation networks include numerous contacts, integration of knowledge providers in the network structure, face-to-face communication, a self-initiated coalition and surpassing innovation beyond the mere agricultural level, through collaboration with people from outside the sector. The findings are useful for academics, network coordinators and network members, possibly leading to a higher innovation performance via networking.

scholarly journals Herbal Garden Tourism Development In Thailand: A Case Study

2012 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 237-240
Author(s):  
Prachyakorn Chaiyakot ◽  
Parichart Visuthismajarn
Keyword(s):  
Field Survey ◽  
Healthy Food ◽  
Lake Basin ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Public Area ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Herbal Species ◽  
Study Species

This article aims to study species of herbs and their properties to develop a tourism site in Baan Nai Wang, Baanna Sub-district, Srinakarin District, Phatthalung Province, present healthy food menus for tourists that use local raw ingredients, and develop an herbal garden tourism handbook for the Songkhla Lake Basin. Data were collected through a field survey, focus group discussions involving stakeholders, and in-depth interviews with herbal experts. The study found that there are two private vegetables and herbal gardens and one public area suitable for tourism sites. Thirty-three species of herbs are used for cooking, 17 species of herbs are used for curing disease, and 5 healthy food menus use local herbs as ingredients. We found that the area should be developed as a tourism destination for visitors to learn more about herbal species and herbal properties and to cure diseases using herbs.

Understanding the gendered impact of disasters on women, household dynamics and coping strategies: a case study of Bangladesh.

2021 ◽  
pp. 26-37
Author(s):  
N. Rezwana
Keyword(s):  
Participant Observation ◽  
Gender Mainstreaming ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Household Dynamics ◽  
Management Plans ◽  
Women's Lives ◽  
And Coping ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Post Disaster

Abstract This chapter discusses the vulnerability of women in Bangladesh, the strategies women adopt to cope and survive in post-disaster periods, and presents firsthand accounts of these dynamics from remote and disaster-prone regions of the country. The data were obtained through household surveys, in-depth interviews, focus group discussions and participant observation in four research sites in Bangladesh during the period 2012 to 2019. This analysis recommends greater attention to gender mainstreaming in prevailing disaster management plans and policies, and suggests immediate actions to improve women's lives in the disaster-prone regions.

Myth of the Informal Sector: A Study on the Sexual Harassment of Female Adolescents in Four Motor Garages in Ilorin, Nigeria

2017 ◽  
Vol 16 (6) ◽  
pp. 717-735 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Arazeem Abdullahi ◽  
Mariam Seedat Khan ◽  
Tomilola Ifeoluwa Ajimati
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Sexual Harassment ◽  
Informal Sector ◽  
Female Adolescent ◽  
Female Adolescents ◽  
Late Adolescents ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Depth Interviews

Abstract This study investigates the vulnerability of the female adolescent to sexual harassment in motor garages in Ilorin, Nigeria. While informal organizations such as motor garages remain the stronghold of the economy in Ilorin, they also provide fertile-grounds for sexual harassment of female adolescents. This study explored the patterns, perceptions, and experiences of female adolescent hawkers who experienced sexual harassment in four selected motor garages in Ilorin, Nigeria. Data for this study was gathered using semi-structured, in-depth interviews and focus group discussions. The study found that sexual harassment of female adolescents in motor garages in Ilorin was pervasive, widespread, and alarming. All participants disclosed they had experienced some forms of sexual harassment in their day-to-day activities. However, perceptions about the severity of the sexual harassment vary from early, middle to late adolescents interviewed. Although, none of the participants disclosed being raped, some revealed that some of their friends had been victims of rape. This study recommends measures to minimize sexual harassment in informal organizations such as motor garages in Ilorin.

scholarly journals Land Use Conflict Mapping in Mount Rinjani National Park Pesangrahan Village East Lombok District

2021 ◽  
Vol 891 (1) ◽  
pp. 012029
Author(s):  
A C Ichsan ◽  
H Anwar ◽  
I M L Aji ◽  
K Webliana ◽  
T Waru ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
National Park ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Land Use Conflict ◽  
Alternative Solutions ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Rural Appraisal ◽  
Collection Methods

Abstract This study aims to map the conflict in the use of forest resources in the area of Mount Rinjani National Park as an implication of the management model implemented, then formulate several alternative solutions to reduce the negative impact of the conflict. This research used a case study approach. The data collected in this research was through several data collection methods such as field observations, interviews using questionnaires, in-depth interviews, Focus Group Discussions, Participatory Rural Appraisal, and literature studies. Analysis of the data used in this study adopted the concept of dispute style analysis. Based on the results, using Analysis of Dispute Mode (AGATA), in the Pesangrahan village, the actors are divided into three categories, namely compromise, negotiation, and collaboration. The results also illustrate that there are still multiple interpretations related to the utilization of national park areas in the region, and thus, a definite collaboration mechanism is needed principle-based on principles of co-ownership, co-operation, and responsibility.

scholarly journals Komunitas Pedesaan di Malaysia : Masalah Dan Tantangan

2021 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 1406-1414
Author(s):  
Teuku Afrizal
Keyword(s):  
Community Development ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Community Members ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Long Time ◽  
The Government ◽  
The Village ◽  
Depth Interviews

Community development is an effort to improve the standard of living and quality of life of the community. The Wawasan Village Movement Program is a program that focuses on the development of rural human development towards a village that is more advanced, attractive and profitable. Even though in its implementation, community development is running smoothly and successfully. However, post-success needs to be maintained and sustainable. This article focuses on problems and challenges in the context of rural community development through the Wawasan Village Movement program. This article takes a case study in the Village of Shadow Keningau, Sabah Malaysia. Data collection was carried out through in-depth interviews, focus group discussions and observations. As well as documentation of published and unpublished materials. The article found several important facilitators who became problems and challenges after the successful implementation of the Village Movement Movement program in Keningau Shadow Village. This includes; (i) no further action from the government after the success; (ii) difficulty maintaining existing committees; (iii) idle and using assets for a long time; (iv loosening of social ties. In short, after the success of the government, it is necessary to give encouragement and encouragement to the Desa Bayangan community by making this village a model village. In addition, taking community members as facilitators in fostering other Wawasan Village Movement villages that are being fostered.

scholarly journals Mobile Apps for Green Food Practices and the Role for Consumers: A Case Study on Dining Out Practices with Chinese and Dutch Young Consumers

2019 ◽  
Vol 11 (5) ◽  
pp. 1275 ◽  
Author(s):  
Wenjuan Mu ◽  
Gert Spaargaren ◽  
Alfons Oude Lansink
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Mobile Applications ◽  
Mobile Apps ◽  
Sustainability Transitions ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Food Practices ◽  
Green Food ◽  
Starting Point

Mobile applications (apps) have become popular among consumers to facilitate their existing food practices like cooking, shopping, and dining out. However, the feasibility of using mobile apps to facilitate sustainability transitions in food consumption is not well researched. In this study, we, therefore, propose a conceptual framework to illustrate how mobile apps can be developed in linking everyday food practices with sustainability transitions. Through the case study of dining out and with the help of focus group discussions, we seek to illustrate that practice theory might serve as a useful starting point for understanding the dynamics of food practices, their relevant sustainability dimensions, and the ways in which mobile apps can be used for changing current food practices into more sustainable ones. Among our main results are the findings that consumers prefer the sustainability food app to be integrated with dominant or mainstream apps, which are already used by consumers in the context of dining out. Besides being simple, functional, flexible, and rewarding, the information provided by the app should be reliable and trustworthy. Moreover, both science-based and practice-based information is necessary to provide sufficient guidance to consumers on how changes in food practice can be operationalized and implemented.

scholarly journals Intellectual capital and vocational training in enterprises: a case study in Binh Duong province

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. First
Author(s):  
Hoa T.M. Nguyen ◽  
Anh T. Ha
Keyword(s):  
Human Resources ◽  
Intellectual Capital ◽  
Vocational Training ◽  
Quantitative Methods ◽  
Binary Logistic Regression ◽  
Sustainable Competitive Advantage ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
Human Resource Training ◽  
Depth Interviews

Staff training is considered as an effective tool to help organizations and businesses develop sustainable competitive advantage based on human resources. However, the investment of enterprises in this training activity is still very limited. The article provides an thorough understanding of why businesses do not emphasize human resource training. The analysis results imply that the enterprise's decision to invest in vocational training may depend on the Intellectual capital of employees. Vocational training is reflected from the experimental research on 983 workers in more than 100 enterprises and from group discussions of managers, employers and teachers, with more than 60 people in Binh Duong Province. The analysis (quantitative methods - Correlation and multivariate Binary logistic regression, and qualitative methods - in-depth interviews and focus group discussions) in the context of high demand for human resources in Binh Duong Province, indicates that: (1). The Intellectual capital of the human resources is not high; (2). The proportion of employees receiving training in enterprises is very low; (3). This opportunity mainly belongs to the qualified labour. Therefore, recommendations are proposed to promote vocational training for the workforce in Binh Duong Province in the future.

scholarly journals The Contribution of Entrepreneurship Education Course in Enhancing Management Skills of Informal Entrepreneurs

2011 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 86-92
Author(s):  
Samuel Muchiri Mwangi
Keyword(s):  
Informal Sector ◽  
Qualitative Data ◽  
Tertiary Education ◽  
Entrepreneurship Education ◽  
Technical Training ◽  
Management Skills ◽  
Further Training ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Gain Access

The study was conducted to investigate the contribution of entrepreneurship education in technical training colleges in enhancing management skills of informal sector entrepreneurs in Kenya. A case study of informal sector operators in Nairobi was conducted. Qualitative data was collected using in-depth interviews and observations. The data was analyzed using the grounded theory. Findings of the study showed that the informal sector operators used skills they gained in entrepreneurship education in technical training colleges to gain access to the informal sector industry and to manage their business. Those with higher training in entrepreneurship education tended to excel in their operations. A closer look showed that there was still a need for further training of management skills to better their activities. The recommendations were that secondary schools in Kenya should include entrepreneurship in secondary education system curriculum so as to help the school leavers who fail to join tertiary education and end up in the informal sector.

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