University of Zimbabwe e-Theses: Recent submissions
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Agromizid Leafminer infestation of different tomato (Lycopersicon lycopersicum) varieties and an assessment of the effectiveness of Azadirachta indica extracts as a management technique.
(2017-11-17)The relative susceptibilities of 14 tomato varieties (“Rodade”, “Nemonetta”, “Rio Grande”, “Season Red”, “Little Wonder”, “Money Maker”, “RVF”, “Cal-J”, “RVFN”, “Star 9065”, “Floradade”, “Rodade Plus”, “Heinz 1370” and ... -
Mathematical modelling and performance Analysis of Solar Chimney power generation in Zimbabwe
(University of Zimbabwe, 2017-06)This thesis analyzed the performance of a novel invention of Solar chimney power plants (SCPP) in Zimbabwe. Solar chimney power plants are based on the fundamental principle that hot air rises. The analysis was based on ... -
Modeling Habitat Selection for Southern White Rhino (Ceratotherium Simum Simum) in Matopos National Park
(University of Zimbabwe, 2016-06)In this study we modeled wet and dry season habitat selection of the Southern white rhinoceros (Ceratotherium Simum Simum) in Matopos National Park. We tested whether wet and dry season habitat selection was influenced by ... -
Modelling spatial variability of soil nitrogen using geostatistical methods and remote sensing
(2016-06)The aim of this study was to explore the use of geostatistical approaches involving remote sensing data to model and map soil nitrogen variability for use in precision agriculture. Precision agriculture is a management ... -
Participation of persons with disabilities in the formulation of economic empowerment policies in Zimbabwe: The case of Harare.
(2016-08)This thesis examines the extent to which persons with disabilities participate in the formulation of economic empowerment policies in Zimbabwe. To this effect, two disability categories have been chosen namely visual ... -
A strategic exploratory entrepreneurship study of sustainable agricultural businesses in Zimbabwe: Case studies of Mitchell and Mitchell in Mashonaland East Province and Dotito irrigation scheme in Mashonaland Central Province
(2014)The Government of Zimbabwe introduced a holistic approach to the reduction of poverty through irrigation schemes and strategic entrepreneurship skills as a response to the general decline in agricultural production due to ... -
The changing social structure and functions of the family: The case of children’s homes in Zimbabwe
(2014)The purpose of this study was to investigate the nature of changes in the structure and functions of the family, using Zimbabwe as a point of departure. Also included in the investigation was to determine whether such ... -
A model for an economic hybrid energy solution for a medium scale gold mine in remote Zimbabwe
(University of Zimbabwe, 2017-07-07)The growth in energy demand is surpassing generation capacity especially in developing nations. Traditional energy sources such as fossil fuels are finite and are the largest contributors to global warming due to emission ... -
Accuracy assessment of MODIS fire products in African Savanna woodlands
(University of Zimbabwe, 2016-06)Fire poses a continuous threat to forest ecosystems and can dramatically reduce valuable timber species in forest woodland areas. The occurrence of fire in Baikiaea plurijuga woodlands warrants the need of an active and ... -
Assessment of the impacts of artisanal small scale gold mining on environmental governance within the Mazowe catchment
(2016-06)This study focused on assessing the impacts of artisanal small-scale gold activities on the environmental governance of the Mazowe catchment. A representative sample of 32 respondents was selected from three sites with the ... -
Speciation and persistence of tetracycline antibiotics in the aquatic environment: Characterization in terms of a linear rate model
(2017-08)The present work aimed at studying the degradation of tetracycline antibiotics in the aquatic environment with a view of arriving at a linear rate model taking into account microbial, photolytic and hydrolytic degradation, ... -
Adsorption of volatile n-Alkanes and polar organic solvents by water hyacinth (Eichhornia crassipes) root biomass: Thermodynamics, mechanism and effect of chemical treatment
(2017-07)The use of lignocellulosic materials as biosorbents has both environmental and economic benefits. They are biodegradable, safe to use and most importantly renewable and less costly. The objectives of this present study ... -
Diversity patterns and host shifts in ectomycorrhizal fungi across an agricultural disturbance gradient in the mid-Zambezi area, Zimbabwe
(2016-11)Fallowing creates land mosaics characterised by vegetation communities at different stages of succession. Such mosaics are expected to harbour mycorrhizal associations that reflect host species composition and diversity. ... -
Organisational decline and turnaround : a qualitative case study of RIOZIM Limited (2008 - 2012)
(2017-08)The study sought to provide deep insights into RioZim Limited business decline and turnaround experience between 2009 and 2012. Premised on an interpretive research paradigm, primary data were collected using semi-structured ... -
An investigation into the relationship between soft aspects of total quality management practices and job satisfaction in printing firms : the case of Fidelity Printers and Refiners (Pvt) LTD
(2017-08)The purpose of this research is to examine the major people-oriented Total Quality Management (TQM) practices that impact job satisfaction within the printing sector using a major printing company Fidelity Printers and ... -
An investigation into the impact of ICT on Zimbabwean bank's credit risk management
(2017-08)Information and Communication Technologies are reshaping the business models of every industry across the continent. Faced with credit risk banks are taking advantage of technology advancements being developed and adopting ... -
Basel ll implementation : challenges and implications for the Zimbabwean banking system (2012 - 2013)
(2017-08)The overall objective of this study is to establish the challenges and implications of implementing Basel II in developing countries, with particular focus on the Zimbabwean banking system. The main objective is to identify ... -
A study of strategies for transforming ZESA Enterprises (ZENT) into a complex adaptive system for achieving sustainable growth from 2009 to 2013
(2017-08)The purpose of this research is to examine how a public organisation can be transformed into complex adaptive systems (CAS) to achieve sustainable growth for the benefit of all stakeholders. This research reviews the ... -
An investigation into total quality management (TQM) strategies that can be enforced by the Law Society of Zimbabwe (LSZ) to improve the quality of service offered by its membership (2005 - 2012)
(2017-08)The purpose of the research is to investigate TQM strategies that can be enforced by the Law Society of Zimbabwe (LSZ) with a view of improving quality of service amongst its membership drawn from registered Legal Practitioners ... -
Evaluating the impact of information and communication technology on the provision of banking service in Zimbabwe 2011 - 2012 : the case of infrastructuring development of Zimbabwe
(2017-08)The purpose of the study is to evaluate the impact of information and communication technology (ICT) on provision of banking services in a development bank in Zimbabwe. Different sources of literature, theories and empirical ...
