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Understanding the effectiveness of Social Impact Assessment (SIA) : perspectives from South African SIA practitioners
(North-West University (South Africa), 2021)
Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the present without compromising
the ability of the future generations to meet their needs. It is based on three pillars of sustainability:
economic; ...
Soil types, water and heat stress affect seed qualities of three maize varieties grown under variable conditions
(North-West University (South Africa), 2022)
Food security in Sub-Saharan Africa is threatened by the increasing incidence of extreme weather events like heat waves and drought. These stressors reduce the yield of maize (Zea mays L.), which is the most important ...
Factors influencing compliance with waste management licence at selected wastewater treatment plants
(North-West University (South Africa), 2021)
Studies show that in developing countries the concentrations of pollutants discharged into water bodies are still very high; thus, several attempts have been made to address this phenomenon and eventually achieve compliance. ...
Setting the scene for Water Sensitive Planning in South Africa : considering the perspectives of planning professionals
(North-West University (South Africa), 2021)
Water is considered a vital resource for human survival. The management of water and water resource planning is increasingly being recognised, from a spatial planning perspective, as vital components within the broader ...
The extent and nature of food marketing to children in South African supermarkets
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2022)
Background: Childhood overweight and obesity is on the rise in South Africa. If no obesity prevention strategies are implemented, South Africa could experience an overwhelming burden of obesity-related morbidities. Research ...
Comparison of classification criteria for independent contractors in South Africa to selected developed countries for tax purposes
(North-West University (South Africa), 2022)
Complexities and uncertainties frequently arise when a decision has to be made by an employer to classify a worker as an employee or contractor for income tax purposes. This is especially true when the employer seeks to ...
Exploring managers’ perceptions of critical managerial competencies for future success in selected South African manufacturing organisations
(North-West University (South Africa), 2022)
The manufacturing sector contributes to the gross domestic product of South Africa and employs many people in the country. The advent of the fourth industrial revolution, with its technological advances, is set to disrupt ...
Method development and validation for the analysis of medicinal cannabis products, aimed at developing a safety profile for South Africa
(North-West University (South-Africa), 2022)
In the last few years, there has been an increase in the use of cannabis-based products for
medicinal purposes. The preparation procedure, however, has not been standardised but is
decided by the individual groups of ...
Investigating the attitudes of young employed graduates towards debt management
(North-West University (South Africa), 2021)
The purpose of this study was to investigate the attitudes of young employed graduates towards debt management. Literature has observed that young graduates in emerging economies are highly indebted and thus consequently ...
A comparative analysis of tax incentives for investors in SMEs between South Africa and selected G20 countries
(North-West University (South Africa), 2022)
In the present economic climate in South Africa, sustained growth in terms of job creation and
company expansion is essential. Small businesses in South Africa have the ability to play a big
part in the nation’s economic ...