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Adult consumers' understanding and use of information on food labels : a study among consumers living in the Potchefstroom and Klerksdorp region
(North-West University, 2010)A need exists to assist South Africans to make better informed food choices. The food label has the potential to assist consumers during food purchasing; however, consumers should be able to understand and use the information ... -
Body measurements for use in pattern and apparel construction of black children in the North-West Province aged 10-14 years : a comparison with the measurements used by the industry
(North-West University, 2004)Good fit of clothing is crucial for consumer satisfaction irrespective of age, gender or ethnic group. Up to now little attention was given to the clothing needs of the black consumer in South Africa, despite the fact that ... -
An educational intervention program for female farm dwellers focusing on resource management
(North-West University, 2004)In this study, the empowering of the female farm dwellers by education and training in order to increase their knowledge and skills in family resource management, is investigated. It forms part of the FLAGH Study (Farm ... -
Hospitality industry consumers' behaviour towards textile products on offer by rural women entrepreneurs in the Vredefort Dome
(North-West University, 2007)There are numerous challenges facing rural women in South Africa. These challenges include illiteracy and unemployment, which are some of the factors that subsequently lead to poverty. Women empowerment appears to be one ... -
Die liggaamsmates van 10 tot 14-jarige Indiërkinders in Noordwes vir gebruik in patroon-en klerekonstruksie
(North-West University, 2005)Anthropometry can be defined as the measuring of the human body. As part of an ancient science, anthropometry has developed through the years to a highly specialised science that is used with great success in amongst others, ... -
Male and female consumers' knowledge, perceptions and use of clothing labels
(North-West University, 2010)Background and motivation Clothing labels concern the permanently attached labels as well as the temporarily attached labels known as hangtags that are found on clothing products. Clothing labels assist consumers when they ... -
Die ontwikkeling van 'n opvoedkundige intervensieprogram vir vroulike plaasbewoners gerig op die herstel en herwinning van klere en tekstielartikels
(North-West University, 2005)Statistics show high figures of poverty amongst farm dwellers in South Africa. Poverty is also associated with illiteracy, low life expectancy and high figures of malnutrition. One third of farm workers have no formal ... -
'n Opvoedkundige intervensieprogram vir vroulike plaasbewoners gerig op inkomstegenerering : vervaardiging van interieurprodukte
(North-West University, 2004)Poverty is a reality facing farm workers in South Africa. These communities are characterized by extreme poverty with the women facing the worst conditions. One of the main causes of poverty in these communities is ... -
Psychological well-being and uniqueness seeking behaviour
(North-West University, 2005)The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between psychological wellbeing and uniqueness seeking behaviour. Early research in psychology has primarily followed a pathogenic approach, focusing on the ... -
A South African study of consumers' perception and household utilization of a rural water service
(North-West University, 2005)The South African government is engaged in providing 'water for all' especially to rural areas. This is done by developing accessible, potable, safe drinking water systems. Safe drinking water is classified according to ... -
A South African study of consumers' perceptions of textile labels and their consequent purchasing behaviour
(North-West University, 2005)Background and motivation: Consumers are faced with choices of textile products on the market every day, and it should be determined whether labels, being a major source of information at the point of sale, assist consumers ... -
A study of students' perceptions of textile labels and their consequent purchasing behaviour
(North-West University, 2008)All people are consumers of various textile products. In the process of obtaining these products, consumers are subjected to a consumer decision making process of realising a need, searching for a suitable product, evaluating ... -
Women's income-generating activities in a disadvantaged farming community : towards sustainability
(North-West University, 2006)A multi-disciplinary study, referred to as the THUSA Project, (Transition, Health and Urbanisation in South Africa) was conducted in the North-West University between 1996 and 1999. This study identified farm dwellers in ...
