Vol. 14 No. 6 (2025): Special Issue in August

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International Journal of Research in Business & Social Science (2147-4478), Vol. 14, No. 6, Special Issue in August 2025

ISSN: 2147-4478 | IJRBS

Editor in Chief: Prof. Dr. Dursun Delen, Oklahoma State University, United States.

OPEN ACCESS | Bi-monthly |Published by: SSBFNET- Strategic Studies in Business & Finance

DOI: https://doi.org/10.20525/ijrbs.v14i6

Published: 2025-08-13

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Strategic Approach to Business Ecosystem and Organizational Development

Analysing the role of consumer behaviour, and the adoption of green business models and circular economy principles in apparel SMMEs

Kiara Ramdial, Winiswa Mavutha

01-09
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Evaluating the effectiveness of social media advertising strategies across different demographics and platforms

Mersid Poturak, Dzeneta Durakovic

10-29
- 205
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Evaluating employee assistance programmes: Social workers' perspectives on their effectiveness

Mmaphuti Percy Dipela, Ardonis Nomfundo Mgwenya

30-40
- 152
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Effects of staff development training on self-rated performance: a case of selected South African companies

Matsidiso Nehemia Naong

41-52
- 119
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Leveraging the power of human resource analytics for enhanced decision making: opportunities and challenges

Joelle Danielle Ngo Ndjama

53-69
- 158
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Exploring operational obstacles for SMEs in volatile economies: A case for Mashonaland West, Zimbabwe

Alice Mutambara

70-79
- 171
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Hidden costs of employee turnover in Mpumalanga’s department of economic development and tourism

Fana Anthony Ngomane, Joseph Mudau, Bernard Karabo Sebake

80-89
- 123
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An exploration into the dimensions of measuring MSME success in Durban central

Norman Mahohoma, Albert Tchey Agbenyegah

90-100
- 118
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Financial and Economic Studies

Understanding the use of cloud accounting among SMEs in Zimbabwe: An exploratory analysis

Banele Dlamini, Danie P Schutte

101-107
- 145
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Understanding the influence of investors' risk perception on investment decision-making in South Africa’s financial markets

Bosede Olatomi Ige, Stanley Chibuzor Onwubu

108-120
- 130
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Financial retirement planning of government employees in Tanzania: Moderating effect of financial decision behavior

Tiberius Phillip Mlowosa, Gwahula Raphael , Dionis Ndolage

121-137
- 132
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Examining the role of economic growth on poverty reduction and income inequality in South Africa Evidence from linear and nonlinear approach

Nyiko Worship Hlongwane

138-157
- 144
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Interdisciplinary Studies in Humanities & Social Sciences

The impact of fatherlessness on youth: A case study of Madombidzha village, Limpopo province

Ramatswi Talifhani Trevor, Pfarelo Nwanamidwa

158-168
- 114
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Benefits of foster care: Insights from foster care leavers and social workers in Tshwane District Municipality

Sandile Lucas Dhludhlu

169-182
- 125
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Assessment of water governance institutions and their roles in smallholder irrigation schemes of Nzhelele Area, Limpopo Province

Rudzani Nedombeloni, Mushaisano Agnes Mathaulula , Emmanuel Mwendera

183-192
- 103
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Multilingual lyrics and cultural shifts: A case study of Isixhosa pop music

Anele Gobodwana

193-203
- 89
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Dual roles, single mission: How teachers as employees manage and cope with family-work conflicts

Malephoto Portia Nethavhani, Mmaphuti Percy Dipela

204-212
- 104
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Prevention fatigue and the normalization of HIV among South African youth: A crisis of complacency

Mmaphuti Percy Dipela

213-223
- 114
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The lived experiences of youth raised by alcohol dependent parents at Mpheni Village, Vhembe District in Limpopo Province, South Africa

Fhulufhelo Mukwevho, Patrecia Tshilidzi Muluadzi, Recheal Nthangeni Mathungeni

224-230
- 142
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Community development through entrepreneurship: Analyzing the socioeconomic contributions of YEASA beneficiaries in Ekiti State

Moronkeji Gabriel Kolawole, Albert Tchey Agbenyegah

231-239
- 91
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South African perspectives on Philoxenia and its effects on social cohesion with African immigrants

Jonathan Oshupeng Maseng, Gundo Gabara

240-254
- 128
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The role of indigenous diets and recreational activities in promoting healthy ageing and managing age-related diseases: A scoping review

Munyangane Osia Livhuwani, Lekgothoane Khutso, Pfarelo Matshidze, Justice Makhanikhe

255-269
- 123
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The paradox of gender inequity in democratic societies: Exploring systemic contradictions in pursuit of equality

Tshepo Patrick Mbowane, Lusani Randima, Phoke Alpha Rakgwata

270-277
- 116
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The effect of caregiver support on mental health outcomes in women caring for family members living with chronic illnesses: A case of Motsinoni village in Mopani district

Phoke Alpha Rakgwata, Tsireledzo Sikhitha, Decent Munzhelele

278-287
- 118
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Teaching, Learning & Higher Education Institutions

Shared living, shared burdens: A case of the university of Venda exploring the impact of cohabitation on students’ financial stability

Ramatswi Talifhani Trevor, Phoke Alpha Rakgwata , Decent Munzhelele Zwivhuya

288-296
- 118
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The role of universities in enhancing school career orientation programs

M. Sibiya Leo, Mandisi Matyana

297-304
- 107
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The impact of disability support services on the academic success of students with disabilities in South African higher education institutions

Karabo Sibadela, Decent Munzhelele , Nngodiseni Jimmy Budeli

305-315
- 131
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Investigating the challenges experienced by primary school principals in using emotional intelligence in school leadership

Bawinile J. Mthanti , Montseng D. Lesole

316-328
- 144
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Integration of generative artificial intelligence into higher education research as a supporting tool: A balance between innovation and ethics in research

Shadreck Muchaku, Hlekani Kabiti, Bernard Nthambeleni

329-336
- 162
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Multilingual pedagogies in South African higher education institutions

Winiswa Mavutha, Nokwanda Biyase

337-346
- 145
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Assessing the impact of e-learning within the higher education sector: A perspective of South African universities

Tshepo Mabotja, Winiswa Mavutha

347-354
- 143
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Academic engagement as a mediator between support systems and well-being among Indian high school students

Muhammad Hoque, Syed Manzoor Qadri, Anjum Afshan Qadri, Maqsood Ul Hassan Khan, David Adedia

355-362
- 121
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Unpacking the Nexus between internship programs and graduate skills development in South Africa, Limpopo Department of Education

Tlangelani Ngobeni, Ephraim Mahole, Mutshutshu Michael Nekhavhambe

363-379
- 144
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Integrating indigenous knowledge systems into entrepreneurship education: A South African perspective

Elizabeth Oluwakemi Ayandibu

380-392
- 139
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The integration of artificial intelligence in higher education institutions’ workforce: a literature review

Mbalenhle Khumalo, Ayogeboh Epizitone, Smangele Pretty Moyane, Ntando Nkomo, Peggy Pinky Mthalane, Mthokozisi Luthuli, Phamela Zondi, Samkelisiwe Phokoye

393-399
- 112
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A qualitative analysis of the key factors necessary for repurposing the administrators’ jobs at the Durban University of Technology (DUT) in line with the 4IR technologies

Zama Nonhlanhla Mncube , Trisha Ramsuraj

400-406
- 122
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Legal Issues in Social Science

The drugs and substance abuse among youth in South African community: The case study of youth-network engaged scholarship project

Mokopane Charles Marakalala

407-414
- 270
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Policing cybercrime in South Africa: Issues and challenges

Mmabatho Aphane

415-421
- 142
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Load-shedding crises and its effects on digitalization in South Africa post-COVID-19

Hlengiwe Hlobisile Khoza, Ricky Munyarandzi Mukonza

422-434
- 180
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Experiences of victims of IPV regarding the role of victim empowerment programmes in tackling their social and housing needs

Mabebe Mary Kgole, Mmaphuti Percy Dipela

435-444
- 136
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Investigating the application of safety regulations in schools: a case study of two secondary schools in Alfred Nzo West District

Bawinile Mthanti, Khotsofalang Leseme

445-455
- 111
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Related Topics in Social Science

Life after matric: The impact of drugs and substance abuse in South Africa and Africa Communities

Mokopane Charles Marakalala

456-467
- 107
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Unbundling State-Owned enterprises: Employee perceptions and Socio-Economic impacts

Arvid Muzanenhamo, Obakeng Nicholas Mataboge

468-472
- 126
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The role of funeral policies in alleviating economic and social pressures in African societies

Hummerly Dhobha, Elvis Madondo, Faith Tinonetsana

473-478
- 146
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The impact of community participation in community development at Collins Chabane local municipality

E Mahole , P.H Munzhedzi , N. Mathebula

479-488
- 109
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The use of telehealth in social work practice: A scoping review protocol

Gift Khumalo, Bokang Nephtali Lipholo, Bafana Mdhluli

489-493
- 201
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Readiness to accept Artificial Intelligence (AI): An empirical study on tertiary level students' in Bangladesh

Rozina Akter, Nawrin Afrin, Mohammad Robiul Islam Fahim, Umma Salma Hoque

494-503
- 155
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Christian leadership as a catalyst for moral development among young people in reformed churches, in Thohoyandou, South Africa

Mulamuleli Matodzi, R.N Mathungeni

504-511
- 187
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Dating business cycle turning points for South Africa: A comparison of parametric and non-parametric dating methods

Malibongwe Nyathi, Simiso Msomi , Ntokozo Nzimande , Mulatu Fekadu Zerihun , Besuthu Hlafa , Siyabonga Siboniso Mncube, Bhekithemba Khanyisani Mdlalose , Amara Liyabona Mngcutsha

512-527
- 157
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