Table of Contents :

Cassava Production in South Africa: Understanding Smallholder Farmers' Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice towards Cassava Production
Ngobeni Light, Makhura Moraka Nakedi, Chaminuka Petronella, Mamabolo Manana and Nhundu Kenneth5

International Trade and Poverty: A Critical Analysis of Trade Policy and Poverty Alleviation in South Africa
Masila Joshua Masipa29


Informal Mining and Sustainable Livelihoods in Shurugwi, Zimbabwe: A Literature Review on SDGs 1 and 2
Goldmarks Makamure53


Contextualising 4IR in Intra-African Trade - Critical Reflections
Levious Chiukira, Tanatsiwa Dambuza Oripha Chimwara and Ray Masuku79


Effects of Livestock Theft on the Livelihood of People in Rural Communities: A Case Study of AmaCwerha Traditional Authority in Alfred Ndzo District, Eastern Cape Province
Balisa Nogwaza, Nomakhosi Nomathemba Sibisi and Mandisa Samukelisiwe Makhaye105


A Study on Inclusivity and Participation in University Organised Theatre for Development. (TfD) Projects in Edo State, Nigeria
Alero Uwawah Agbonkonkon-Ogbeide, Sam Erevbenagie Usadolo and Renè Alicia Smith127


Growing Against the Odds: Smallholder Farmers' Struggles and Strategies due to the Impact of Climate Change - The Case of Gutu East, Zimbabwe
Leonard Chitongo, Nancy Mazuru and Melody Muzvidzani147


Enabling Harmonious Relationships between Grassroots Communities and Rural-based Universities in South Africa
Rankakane N. P., Mathaulula M.A. and Francis, J.173


The Role of Educational Institutions in Governance and Development: The Case of South Africa
Elvis Madondo and Hummerly Dhobha195


Rural High School Learners' Perceptions of Transitioning from High School to Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Mpumalanga, South Africa
Percyval Bayane, Enid Manyaku Pitsoane and Sheron Mathlatse Masekoameng213


The Collapse of Developmental Local Government in South Africa with reference to Service Delivery, Corruption and Financial Lapses
B.K. Sebake231


Social Protection and Household Vulnerability in Eastern Uganda: Spatial Evidence from the Teso Sub-Region
Okello Julius251


Taxi Violence in a democratic South Africa: Understanding Complex Interactions and Implications
Londeka Ngubane273


Exploring Infrastructure Challenges and Their Impact on Quality of Life in Alexandra Township
Buhle Ndaba and Oniccah M. Motloung293


Assessing Factors Limiting the Response Capacity of Socioeconomically Disadvantaged Schools during Health Disasters within Thulamela Municipality
Khosa S, Mwale M, Mathaulula MA and Tshitangano TG319


Reviewing SMMEs Trade Activities within the Aerotropolis in Durban, South Africa
Adegunloye Ife Omotayo, Akpan Udoh James, Wissink Henry Frank, Sam Erevbenagie Usadolo345


An Assessment of the Significances of International Cooperation Initiatives on Poverty Eradication in Developing Countries, 1988-1995
Seane Mabitsela363


Ensuring Equitable Access in the Blue Economy: A Systematic Review of Ocean Resources and Marginalised Groups' Inclusion
Laura Novienyo Abla Amoah and Felix Kwabena Donkor381


Exploring Service Delivery of Public Healthcare Facilities in Limpopo, South Africa
Mogau Mogaladi and Stanley Osezua Ehiane401


Socioeconomic outputs from the South African Clothing, Textiles, Leather, and Footwear Technology Station
Sinqobile Sihlobo and Sipho Mbatha423

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