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 […]
Mapping an Enabling Environment for the Adoption of Contract Farming: A Bottom-of-the-Pyramid Analysis of Factors Affecting Scaling in the Cotton Sector in Zambia
Alibandila Siwiwaliondo1* and Javaid Dar2 1 Graduate School of Business, The University of Zambia Email: alibandilas@yahoo.com 2 Aligarh University, Department of Higher Education, Government of Jammu & Kashmir Email: javaid@astrialearning.org *Corresponding e-mail: alibandilas@yahoo.com Abstract In Zambia, cotton contract farming has faced significant hurdles in scaling, primarily due to the complexities involved in engaging with smallholder […]
Sustainable Business Practices for Competitive Advantage in Hospitality Industry in Rwanda, a case of Radisson Blu Hotel, Kigali
Winifride Umumararungu1* and Gitahi Njenga2 1 Mount Kigali University Rwanda, School of Business and Economics 2 Mount Kigali University Rwanda, School of Business and Economics *Corresponding e-mail: tuvier90@gmail.com Abstract Purpose: This study aims to examine the impact of sustainable business practices on competitive advantage within the hospitality industry in Rwanda, with a focus on Radisson […]
Effects of Adaptive Management on Project Performance of Non-Governmental Organisations in Rwanda. A Case of Education Projects, Africa New Life Ministries
Dusengimana Marie Diane1*, Martin Kimemia2 1Mount Kigali University, Kigali Rwanda, P.O.Box 5826 Kigali, Rwanda. 2Mount Kigali University, Kigali Rwanda, P.O.Box 5826 Kigali, Rwanda. *Corresponding e-mail: igneza24@gmail.com Abstract Purpose: This study aimed to examine how adaptive management affects the performance of education projects by non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Rwanda, specifically focusing on Africa New Life Ministries. […]
Determinants of Hospital Efficiency: A Case of Dodoma Regional and Benjamin Mkapa Referral Hospitals in Tanzania
Rehema Kivunge1 , Kembo M. Bwana2 1College of Business Education- Dodoma Campus, Accountancy Department, P.O.Box 2077, Dodoma. 2Senior Lecturer, College of Business Education-Dodoma Campus, Accountancy Department. Box 2077, Dodoma *Corresponding e-mail: kembo211@gmail.com Abstract The study aimed to evaluate effect of medical equipment technology and financial allocation on efficiency of referral hospitals in Dodoma City. A […]
Assessing the Impact of Trade Facilitation on Firms: Lessons from Zambia
Sibupiwa Mwangelwa1* and Javaid Ahmad Dar2 1 Institute of Distance Education, University of Zambia, Zambia. Email: sibu116@gmail.com 2Assistant Professor, Economics, Government Degree College, Kokernag, India. Email: javaiddar@gmail.com *Corresponding e-mail: sibu116@gmail.com Abstract Trade facilitation has attracted a lot of interest and attention, particularly in light of the World Trade Organization’s multilateral trading system. However, the implications […]
Influence of Project Management Tools on the Performance of selected Mining Projects in Rwanda: A case of Rutongo Mining Project
Kanyana Ange1* and Irechukwu Eugenia Nkechi2 1 The School of Business and Economics, Mount Kenya University, Rwanda 2 School of Business and Economics, Mount Kigali University, Rwanda *Corresponding e-mail: tuvier90@gmail.com Abstract Background: The study aimed to investigate the impact of information communication and technology (ICT) tools on mining project performance in Rwanda, focusing on the […]
Reimagining Africa’s Insurance Landscape: How Regulatory Compliance Fuels AfCFTA’s Promise
Agripah Marangwanda1* and Mpundu Mubanga2 1 The University of Zambia Graduate School of Business Email: agripah.marangwanda@gmail.com 2University of the Western Cape Email: mmpundu@uwc.ac.za * Corresponding e-mail: agripah.marangwanda@gmail.com Abstract This study explores how regulatory compliance in the African insurance sector can drive change under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). It examines how harmonized regulatory […]
Construction of the SME Business Environment Index: The Case of Depok City in Indonesia
Laili Savitri Noor1, Aulia Keiko Hubbansyah2*, Iha Haryani Hatta3, Safitri Siswono4 1,2,3, 4 Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Pancasila, Jakarta, Indonesia *Corresponding e-mail: akhubbansyah@univpancasila.ac.id Abstract This study aims to identify key factors in the business environment and develop them into a business environment quality index for the SME segment. In building this index, the […]
