Social Enterprises: Unlocking Zambia’s potential to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Dennis Zulu University of Zambia Corresponding e-mail: dhz3315@yahoo.com Abstract Zambia has faced numerous developmental challenges that have adversely affected progress towards achieving the SDGs. Having to deal with high levels of poverty, unemployment, limited access to social services has severely constrained the government’s ability to advance its development agenda. As government cannot address the challenges […]
The Impact of Remote Work on Building Effective Teams: Exploring the Challenges of Fostering Team Cohesion in Remote Work Environments, A brief review of literature
Clementine Chinyuku1, Abubaker Qutieshat2 1 Graduate School of Business, The University of Zambia 2 University of Dundee, UK Corresponding author’s e-mail: clementinech@gmail.com Abstract This paper examines the transformative impact of remote work on organizational dynamics, mainly focusing on team cohesion and collaboration to build effective teams. The emergence of remote work, accelerated by technological advancements […]
Tobacco Insurance in Africa: Bridging the Reinsurance Gap in a High-Risk Agricultural Sector
Agripah Marangwanda University of Zambia ORCID ID: 0009-0004-0739-4986 *Corresponding e-mail: agripah.marangwanda@gmail.com Abstract Tobacco farming plays a vital role in Africa’s agricultural economy, particularly in Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Tanzania, where it supports rural livelihoods and generates significant export earnings. However, the sector faces increasing risks from climate variability, pest infestations, and global market fluctuations. Despite the […]
Navigating the Digital Divide: A Study of Public and Private Sector Banking Services
D. Kausar Fathima1 and Dr. G. Vijaya Bharathi2 1Research Scholar, Department of Commerce, Yogi Vemana University, Kadapa Email: kausarfathimakadapa@gmail.com ORCID: 0009-0007-3562-1949 2 Professor, Department of Commerce, Yogi Vemana University, Kadapa Email: vijayabharathi@yvu.edu.in ORCID: 0000-0001-5109-8616 *Corresponding e-mail: kausarfathimakadapa@gmail.com Abstract Digital banking is on trend due to the eruption of technology in this digital era. […]
The Evolving Perspectives of Strategies at the Bottom of the Pyramid: A Systematic Review of the Bottom of the Pyramid Model
Alibandila Siwiwaliondo1*, Abubaker Qutieshat2 1 Graduate School of Business, The University of Zambia Email: alibandilas@yahoo.com 2 University of Dundee, Associate Member of Staff & Honorary Researcher, UK Email: aqutieshat@dundee.ac.uk * Corresponding author: alibandilas@yahoo.com Abstract This paper reviews the evolution of the Botton of the Pyramid (BoP) concept, initially proposed by C.K. Prahalad as a means […]
Exploring the Role of Industry 4.0 Technologies in Enhancing Cost Management Efficiency and Resource Optimization: Evidence from Botswana’s Key Industries
Kudzai Chuma1*, Mubanga Mpundu2 1 University of Zambia, Institute of Distance Education 2 University of the Western Cape, Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences, Department of Economics, P/Bag X17, Robert Sobukwe Road, Belville, 7535, Cape Town, South Africa, email: mmpundu@uwc.ac.za * Corresponding author: kudzichuma@yahoo.com, Phone#: 00267 75008807 Abstract Incorporating Industry 4.0 technologies into Botswana’s […]
The Role of Digital Marketing in the Flourishing of International Businesses
Kabutu Chuunga 1*, Mubanga Mpundu2, Abubaker Qutieshat3 1 Graduate School of Business, University of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia, email address: chuungatech@gmail.com 2 University of the Western cape, Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences, Department of Economics, P/Bag X17, Robert Sobukwe Road, Belville, 7535, Cape Town, South Africa, Email: mmpundu@uwc.ac.za 3 Associate Professor and Research Lead, ODC, […]
Exploration of Problems and Solutions in Family Education
Sheng Wen 1, 2 *, Vincent Wee Eng Kim 1 1 Universiti Tun Abdul Razak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia（UNIRAZAK） 2 Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou, 310,014, China *Corresponding e-mail: 1002557350@qq.com Abstract As an important cornerstone for the growth of children and adolescents, family education requires increasing investment from parents. However, there is no clear positive […]
SMME Crisis Resilience Strategies During COVID-19: A Botswana Perspec-tive
Pearson Chaurura1* and Javaid Dar2 1University of Zambia, Institute of Distance Education Email: pchaurura75@gmail.com 2Assistant Professor (Economics), Aligarh University, Department of Higher Education, Government of Jammu & Kashmir Email: javaid@astrialearning.org *Corresponding e-mail: pchaurura75@gmail.com Abstract This study investigated the resilience strategies utilised by SMMEs in Botswana during COVID-19. It sought to establish the extent of usage […]
Innovating Through Integration: How Industry 4.0 Technologies Reshape Management Accounting Practices in Botswana
Kudzai Chuma1* and Mubanga Mpundu2 1Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Business & Accounting, Botho University, P.O Box 501564, Gaborone, Botswana Email: kudzai.chuma@bothouiniversity.ac.bw 2University of the Western Cape, Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences, Department of Economics, P/Bag X17, Robert Sobukwe Road, Belville, 7535, Cape Town, South Africa. Email: mmpundu@uwc.ac.za *Corresponding e-mail: kudzai.chuma@bothouiniversity.ac.bw Abstract This study explores […]