scholarly journals Hailstorm and Human Excreta: Navigating the Hazardous Landscapes in Low-Income Communities in Mangaung, South Africa

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thulisile N. Mphambukeli
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Phenomenological Approach ◽  
Power Relationships ◽  
Human Excreta ◽  
Qualitative Research Design ◽  
Local Municipalities ◽  
Basic Services ◽  
The Government ◽  
Depth Interviews

This policy brief argues that due to the failure of local municipalities, political instability, and corruption, hazards act synergistically with unequal and complex power relationships to reproduce and disproportionately distribute hazardous landscapes, particularly in the low-income communities of South Africa. It argues that when municipal bureaucrats hide behind a façade of claiming to do something about hazards and the associated challenges they present for low-income communities, but in reality take no action, they reveal their “dangerous mindscapes” which have devastating effects on low-income communities. The author defines “dangerous mindscapes” as the deliberate and consistent insistence that municipal bureaucrats are distributing and will distribute basic services to everyone in South Africa. This consistent insistence is rooted in an ideological mantra that the government is committed to distribute basic services, but in order to justify their failings; they construct basic service provision as dependent on class and citizenship. This study adopted a qualitative research design, grounded on the descriptive phenomenological approach. The study covers the period between 2015 and 2019. Twenty-four (24) in-depth interviews were conducted in the greater Mangaung low-income communities. The brief explores and highlights the climate change-urbanization nexus as politically propelled with devastating spatiality outcomes, where low-income community residents of Mangaung are forced to navigate a hazardous landscape that forces them to “walk at their own risk” because when hailstorms come, the residents are exposed to human excreta from improvised toilets that runs inside their houses and on the streets.

scholarly journals Reported Behavioural Patterns of Electricity Use among Low-Income Households in Makhanda, South Africa

2021 ◽  
Vol 13 (13) ◽  
pp. 7271
Author(s):  
Uzziah Mutumbi ◽  
Gladman Thondhlana ◽  
Sheunesu Ruwanza
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Sustainable Consumption ◽  
Electricity Consumption ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Electricity Use ◽  
Behavioural Patterns ◽  
Education Levels ◽  
Basic Services ◽  
Low Income Households

Households consume up to 20% of overall electricity consumption globally; hence, they are important role players in efforts towards promoting sustainable consumption. Research on electricity use behaviour is important for informing intervention strategies; however, relative to developed countries, research on this subject is lacking in developing countries where electricity access is limited. In South Africa, electricity use behaviour among poor neighbourhoods remains little studied and understood. This study was carried out among low-income households in Makhanda, South Africa, characterised by high poverty and unemployment rates, low education levels, and limited access to basic services. Using a self-reporting approach, electricity use behaviour of low-income households was assessed against a list of common household electricity use actions. A survey of 297 households was conducted. The findings show mixed results, with households reporting both good electricity use behaviour (e.g., cooling down hot food before refrigeration and using washing machines on full load) and wasteful actions (e.g., leaving appliances on standby). Our results show that electricity use behaviour was influenced by socio-psychological values including universalism, benevolence, hedonism, and power. Some of the reported electricity behavioural patterns are consistent with those previously reported among high-income households. The theoretical and practical implications of these results are discussed.

CHARACTERISTIC OF PARENTS’S ACCEPTANCE IN GETTING CHILD DIAGNOSIS AS AUTISM

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 186
Author(s):  
Rahma Furi Sagita ◽  
Ahmad Suryawan ◽  
Wahyul Anis
Keyword(s):  
Phenomenological Approach ◽  
Case Finding ◽  
Parental Acceptance ◽  
Coping Methods ◽  
Qualitative Research Design ◽  
Intervention Method ◽  
Child Diagnosis ◽  
Knowledge Age ◽  
Autism Interventions ◽  
Depth Interviews

 AbstractBackground: Autism is a child development disorder which usually late in case finding and intervention. It used to done in 30 month old of child. In Dr. Saiful Anwar Malang Regional Hospital, it was found that the average of case finding in 48 month of child. This study aims to determine how the acceptance of parents while getting diagnosis of their child and their action to give their child autism intervention. Method: This study used a qualitative research design with a phenomenological approach. Data colleted by in-depth interviews with 6 informants. Data analysis used Collaizi's (1978) Nine Steps method. Results: Most informants were late in recognizing the symptoms of autism in children, but they had a positive perception of the received diagnosis. All informants have felt bad feelings due to the diagnosis received, but have had coping methods for these feelings and have given autism interventions to children. Factors that influence parental acceptance include the level of education, knowledge, age, occupation, household harmony, social support, economic conditions, ethnicity, interaction between informants and experts, the clarity of symptoms shown by the child and the presence of siblings. Conclusion: Parental acceptance is a process from refusing, getting angry, bargaining, to accepting. In the process of being accepted, parents continue to make efforts to save children 

scholarly journals Director’s perspectives on the meaning and dimensions of corporate reputation

2012 ◽  
Vol 43 (3) ◽  
pp. 29-39 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Reddiar ◽  
N. Kleyn ◽  
R. Abratt
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Corporate Reputation ◽  
Intangible Asset ◽  
Qualitative Research Design ◽  
Competitive Industry ◽  
Clear Insight ◽  
Key Dimensions ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Insight Into

The purpose of this research is to explore the perspectives of directors to determine how they define, perceive, value, build and manage corporate reputation. A qualitative research design was employed. In order to gauge director’s perspectives, 12 semi-structured, in-depth interviews were conducted with the directors of a multi-national company based in South Africa. The company operates in a highly regulated and competitive industry. The findings demonstrate that corporate reputation is indeed acknowledged as a key, intangible asset. Whilst the directors did not possess clear insight into building and managing corporate reputation, several key themes emerged. We report on their perceptions of the definitions, key dimensions and value ascribed to corporate reputation. By demonstrating the value that is associated with corporate reputation and by ascertaining that directors are indeed the appropriate custodians of corporate reputation, there will be better acceptance in introducing corporate reputation as a board room agenda item, that is well understood and implemented.

scholarly journals The Influence of Racial Differences in the Demand for Healthcare in South Africa: A Case of Public Healthcare

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (14) ◽  
pp. 5043
Author(s):  
David Mhlanga ◽  
Rufaro Garidzirai
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Racial Differences ◽  
Racial Inequality ◽  
Critical Role ◽  
Household Survey ◽  
Access To Healthcare ◽  
Public Healthcare ◽  
Basic Services ◽  
The Government ◽  
General Household Survey

The study sought to analyse the influence of racial differences in the demand for public healthcare in South Africa, using the 2018 General Household Survey (GHS) data. This was completed to understand if race still plays a role in access to healthcare in post-apartheid South Africa. Logistic regression analysis revealed that race significantly explained the variance in demand for public healthcare, with White populations having the lowest probability of demand for public healthcare compared to other races. Consequently, the study noted that racial differences still play a critical role in affording one access to healthcare after assessing the situation obtaining in public healthcare. Therefore, the study recommends that the government of South Africa should create policies that encourage equal access to basic services in addressing racial inequality in the country.

Dissemination of solar water heaters in South Africa

2011 ◽  
Vol 22 (3) ◽  
pp. 2-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Keh-Chin Chang ◽  
Wei-Min Lin ◽  
Greg Ross ◽  
Kung-Ming Chung
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Fossil Fuel ◽  
Solar Water ◽  
Market Expansion ◽  
Water Heaters ◽  
Global Concern ◽  
The Government ◽  
Solar Water Heaters ◽  
Widespread Dissemination

Global concern over a looming energy crisis, water scarcity and man-made climate change are driving a huge demand for clean technologies, which focus on preserving the earth’s resources. In South Africa, the economy is very energy-intensive with coal being the main national energy supply. In view of the growing depletion of fossil fuel, it is important for South Africa to adopt a more sustainable energy mix. This study examines the potential for widespread dissemination of solar water heaters (SWHs) in South Africa. Barriers and constraints to market expansion are analyzed to determine strategies for overcoming these barriers. It is found that payback period of a SWH is shorter than the life-span of the system itself, indicating that SWHs are economically viable even with low production cost of electricity and thus represent a profitable investment proposition for end users, manufacturers and distributors. However, the subsidy programs offered by the government of South Africa may not be sufficient to facilitate diffusion. This is attributed to the high initial capital cost of the system and low affordability of the majority of the South Africa population with low income. Alternative financing mechanisms are required.

scholarly journals Legislative and Other Selected Challenges Affecting Financial Inclusion for the Poor and Low Income Earners in South Africa

2020 ◽  
Vol 64 (3) ◽  
pp. 337-355
Author(s):  
Howard Chitimira ◽  
Menelisi Ncube
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Financial Services ◽  
Banking System ◽  
Financial Inclusion ◽  
The Poor ◽  
Financial Exclusion ◽  
Relevant Role ◽  
Legislative Framework ◽  
The Government

AbstractThis article discusses the challenges affecting the achievement of financial inclusion for the poor and low-income earners in South Africa. The concept of financial inclusion could be defined as the provision of affordable financial products and services to all members of the society by the government and/or other relevant role-players such as financial services providers. This article identifies unemployment, poverty, financial illiteracy, over-indebtedness, high bank fees, mistrust of the banking system, lack of relevant national identity documentation and poor legislative framework for financial inclusion as some of the challenges affecting the full attainment of financial inclusion for the poor and low-income earners in South Africa. Given these flaws, the article highlights the need for the government, financial institutions and other relevant stakeholders to adopt legislative and other measures as an antidote to financial exclusion and poverty challenges affecting the poor and low-income earners in South Africa.

The Challenges of Sustainable Livelihoods Through Land Restoration in South Africa

2021 ◽  
pp. 002190962110258
Author(s):  
Mabuyi Gumede ◽  
Stanley Ehiane
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Sustainable Livelihoods ◽  
Black Communities ◽  
Land Claims ◽  
Land Restoration ◽  
Community Members ◽  
Qualitative Research Design ◽  
The Government ◽  
Beach Resort

This paper explores the extent to which land ownership through restoration results in non-sustainability in the Nonoti community in South Africa. During the apartheid era, Black communities were evicted from their ancestral land to make way for tourism development, though those lands were later repossessed by their original owners. This study aims at exploring the challenges of post-settlement after land restoration to new landowners in the Nonoti Beach resort. This paper is anchored on the sustainable livelihoods theoretical framework to measure the extent to which land can enhance socio-economic development. This study adopted a qualitative research design using in-depth interviews and focus groups. The sample of this study was drawn from the Nonoti local community members and representatives of the government agencies in charge of land restoration. The study concludes that landowners should be capacitated through training and skills development to live sustainably on the land they have acquired through the land claims process.

scholarly journals Leprosy Resilience with Disabilities Due to Illness: A Qualitative Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 95
Author(s):  
Atika Jatimi ◽  
Ah Yusuf ◽  
Sestu Retno Dwi Andayani
Keyword(s):  
Data Collection ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Psychosocial Problems ◽  
Phenomenological Approach ◽  
Active Coping ◽  
Positive Adaptation ◽  
Qualitative Research Design ◽  
Leprosy Patients ◽  
Field Notes ◽  
Depth Interviews

Introduction: Leprosy is an infectious disease that still causes complex problems. The problem in question is not only in medical and physical terms, such as disability, but extends to social, economic, and cultural problems. This study aims to explore the experience of leprosy sufferers with disabilities to achieve resilience. Methods: A descriptive qualitative research design with a phenomenological approach was used. The number of participants was eleven people affected by leprosy with grade 1 and 2 disabilities in Sumenep Regency obtained by a purposive sampling technique. Data collection used in-depth interviews with interview guides and field notes; the results of data collection were analyzed with theme analysis. Results: This study produced five main themes about the experience of leprosy patients in the process of achieving resilience, namely: 1) self-stigma as a stressor experienced by lepers, 2) psychosocial problems that arise in response to stressors, 3) active coping as a method of resolving stress, 4) positive adaptation as a form of self-adjustment, 5) characteristics of strong individuals. Conclusion: Lepers with disabilities identify self-stigma as a stressor that triggers the emergence of psychosocial problems. Individuals can form tough characteristics, such as responding positively to unexpected conditions, becoming more productive, and showing helping others behavior after overcoming stressors through the stages of active coping and positive adaptation.

scholarly journals IMPLEMENTASI KEBIJAKAN PEMBANGUNAN PERUMAHAN BAGI MASYARAKAT BERPENGHASILAN RENDAH DI RUSUNAWA KELURAHAN DUSUN BESAR KECAMATAN SINGARAN PATI KOTA BENGKULU

2015 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Anita Marianata
Keyword(s):  
Focus Group ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Development Policy ◽  
Policy Development ◽  
Housing Development ◽  
Focus Group Discussions ◽  
Group Discussions ◽  
The Government ◽  
Depth Interviews

This study aims to determine the implementation of housing development policy for low income communities in Kelurahan Dusun Besar, Singaranpati Subdistrict, Bengkulu City. This study uses a qualitative desciptive method and the data collection was conducted through in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, and documentation method. The results shows that the implementation of Rusunawa (simple rented flats) policy development in Kelurahan Dusun Besar has not been appropriate with expectation. The physical condition of Rusunawa is not habitable, because the construction of Rusunawa has not finished or neglected until now. From the 96 residence in total, only 23 units were inhabited. The Rusunawa management also did not collect the rent, due the condition of facilities in Rusunawa was not adequate such as unavailable water supply. Besides, the Rusunawa management recognized that there was no authority resignation directly from the government of Bengkulu City to the management, so that the managers did not know exactly when these flats will be resolved or the rent expense will be charged. Moreover, there was no program to improve the economy of low-income communities, so the empowerment of low- income communities living in Rusunawa was impossible. Keywords: Implementation of Policy, Housing Policy, Socio-Economics, Low-Income Communities

scholarly journals A Legal Analysis of the Use of Innovative Technology in the Promotion of Financial Inclusion for Low-Income Earners in South Africa

2021 ◽  
Vol 24 ◽  
pp. 1-27
Author(s):  
Howard Chitimira ◽  
Phemelo Magau
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Financial Institutions ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Rural Areas ◽  
Financial Services ◽  
Informal Settlements ◽  
Financial Inclusion ◽  
Innovative Technology ◽  
Financial Exclusion ◽  
The Government

The promotion of financial inclusion is important for the combating of financial exclusion in many countries, including South Africa. Nonetheless, most low-income earners living in rural areas and informal settlements are still struggling to gain access to basic financial products and financial services in South Africa. This status quo has been caused by a number of factors such as the absence of an adequate financial inclusion policy, the geographical remoteness of financial institutions to most low-income earners, rigid identity documentary requirements, a lack of access to reliable and affordable Internet connection by low-income earners living in informal settlements and rural areas, a lack of financial illiteracy, the high costs of financial services, unemployment and poverty, over-indebtedness, and cultural and psychological hindrances to low-income earners in South Africa. Consequently, these factors have somewhat limited the access to financial services offered by financial institutions to low-income earners living in rural areas and informal settlements. In many countries, including South Africa, the financial sector is relying on innovative technology, especially in banking institutions, to aid in the offering of financial services to their customers. It is against this background that this article discusses selected legal and related challenges affecting the regulation and use of innovative technology to promote financial inclusion for low-income earners in South Africa. The article further discusses possible measures that could be adopted by the government, financial institutions and other relevant regulatory bodies to promote the use of innovative technology to combat the financial exclusion of low-income earners in South Africa.

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