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INFLUENCE DU TYPE DE FAMILLE MONOPARENTALE ET BIPARENTALE SUR LE COMPORTEMENT À RISQUE DES ADOLESCENTS EN MILIEU SCOLAIRE À ABIDJAN / INFLUENCE OF SINGLE-PARENT FAMILY TYPE AND BIPARENTAL ON RISK BEHAVIOR ADOLESCENTS IN SCHOOLS IN ABIDJAN
Cette étude analyse la relation entre le type de famille et le comportement à risque chez des adolescents en milieu scolaire à Abidjan. Pour ce faire, cent-quarante (140) participants dont l’âge est compris entre 11 et 18 ans, issus du Lycée Moderne II dans la commune d’Abobo ont pris part à l’enquête. Ils ont été soumis à un questionnaire pour évaluer leur niveau de manifestations du comportement à risque tout en tenant du type de dont ils sont issus. Les comportements à risque ont été déterminés par le questionnaire ainsi qu’un guide d’entretien. Les résultats indiquent que les adolescents issus de type de famille monoparentale manifestent plus les comportements à risques que ceux issus de famille biparentale. Cette étude pourrait servir à lutter contre la consommation et la vente de la drogue dans les écoles.This study analyzes the relationship between family type and risky behavior among adolescents in schools in Abidjan. To do this, one hundred and forty (140) participants whose age is between 11 and 18 years old, from the Lycée Moderne II in the commune of Abobo took part in the survey. They were subjected to a questionnaire to assess their level of manifestation of risky behavior while taking into account the type of behavior from which they come. Risk behaviors were determined by the questionnaire as well as an interview guide. The results indicate that adolescents from single-parent families demonstrate more risky behaviors than those from two-parent families. This study could be used to combat drug consumption and sale in schools. Article visualizations
LOCAL RESPONSES TO CLIMATIC DISASTERS: ADAPTIVE STRATEGIES FOR SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOODS IN SATKHIRA, NAOGAON, AND KURIGRAM, BANGLADESH
This study investigates the diverse livelihood options and adaptive strategies in response to disasters in the Satkhira, Naogaon, and Kurigram districts. The research identifies distinctive livelihoods in Satkhira, such as crab collection and shrimp culture, and in Naogaon, mango-related businesses. Disasters significantly impact income and livelihood opportunities, with Satkhira and Kurigram experiencing more severe disruptions than Naogaon. Adaptation strategies vary by district: in Satkhira, loan-taking, savings use, and diversification of income sources are predominant, whereas, in Naogaon and Kurigram, multiple earning sources and alternative livelihoods are prioritised. The study reveals low overall livelihood support, with Kurigram receiving the most effective and sustainable aid. Knowledge and demand for climate-resilient livelihoods remain low across all districts, underscoring the need for financial, technical, and training support to enhance resilience. The research highlights the critical necessity for targeted interventions to bolster livelihood resilience in these vulnerable regions. Article visualizations
EXAMINING THE NEXUS BETWEEN SERVICE DELIVERY EFFICIENCY AND SUSTAINABLE OPERATION OF COFFEE WASHING STATIONS IN GASHONGA SECTOR, RUSIZI DISTRICT, RWANDA
This study aimed to determine the influence of service delivery on firm sustainability. The study intended to assess the level of service delivery and firm sustainability and investigate the challenges and mitigation strategies for service delivery by coffee farmers toward firm sustainability. The study employed 330 as the target population. A. stratified sampling was used for a sample size of 18 manpower workers and 58 coffee farmers. The study's findings revealed that service beneficiaries perceive the importance of good service delivery. It was proved that service delivery has a positive impact on business sustainability. The coefficient of determination (R2 = .112) revealed that 11.2% and the provision of branches could improve the service provided by our firm. My firm organizes fieldwork to visit their stakeholder in their firms correlate with Business has enough tools to reach everywhere ranked on (R = .361, P = .001) the coefficient of determination (R2 = .130) revealed that 13.0%. My firm provides enough training for their work (R = .537, P = .000); the coefficient of determination (R2 = .288) ranked by 28.8%. The firm receives our complaints immediately and verbally as a way of improving customer care, the coefficient of determination (R2 = .244) ranked by 24.4% (R = .491, P = .000), the service delivery is attractive in our region (R= .313, P= .006), The coefficient of determination (R2= .097) ranked by 9.7%. The firm gives us different kinds of motivation to keep a relationship with their customer and attract new ones (R= .251, P = .029); the coefficient of determination (R2 = .063) ranked by 6.3%. The study recommended that NAEB work with the Private Sector Federation (PSF) and SMEs to improve service delivery, provide subsidies to farmers and yield produced, train farmers and industry owners to make good corporation among them, provide market internally and externally as the motivation to enhance their business and attract investors. Article visualizations
CONVERGENCE IN CRISIS; SECURITISATION OF MIGRATION AND THE ROLE OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC IN SECURITISING MIGRATION
The COVID-19 global pandemic made countries, humanitarian and health organizations to evoke the concept of global crisis embedded in existential threats as control measures to it (COVID-19). The application of securitisation through crisification as control measure to the COVID-19 pandemic made the entire global system to perceive an imminent danger of a global health catastrophe. The perceived imminent global health catastrophe led to the convergence of migration restrictions amongst the comity of nations to close their borders to migrants, detain migrants, isolate and quarantine migrants as well as instituting mandatory COVID-19 test and vaccinations for the global populace as well as migrants. The convergence in global migration restrictions and controls stemmed from the fact that, the COVID-19 virus spread across the globe through migrants and migration related activities from the epicentre (Wuhan-China). The convergence in migration restrictions made global south countries to also accept some of the control measures imposed on migrants and migration related activities by countries of the global north. The convergence in the securitisation of migration during the COVID-19 pandemic set a bad precedence for global south countries, which are the main sources of documented and undocumented migrants to the global north. The global convergence in the securitisation of migration as control measures to the COVID-19 pandemic are likely to make global south countries which have porous borders to toe the line of the global north countries in restricting migration and migrants. The lessons from the global border closures during the COVID-19 pandemic must be an eye opener to global south countries which are the major receivers of global remittances. These lessons must force governments in the global south to create avenues of employment for the teeming youth not to rely on international migration as a means of survival and last resort in terms of livelihood strategies. Article visualizations
THE RELEVANCE OF HUMAN RESOURCES AUDITING AND CULTURE ON EMPLOYEES' PERFORMANCE AND ORGANIZATIONAL GROWTH
In order to shape employee performance and propel corporate progress, this essay examines the significance of organizational culture and human resources (HR) audits. The dynamic and competitive business climate of today has made the efficient management of human resources even more important. The purpose of HR auditing is to guarantee compliance, efficacy, and efficiency by thoroughly examining and assessing HR policies, practices, and procedures. Employee attitudes and actions are shaped by the common values, beliefs, and behaviors that make up the organizational culture. According to the article, HR audits are essential for improving worker performance and overall company development. Organizations can pinpoint areas for enhancement, appraise adherence to legal and regulatory mandates, and appraise the efficacy of their HR procedures by regularly undertaking audits. Finding gaps, dangers, and chances to optimize HR activities, rules, and practices is made easier with the aid of this careful review. Additionally, the essay highlights how important organizational culture is in shaping workers' productivity and the development of the company. Higher performance and productivity are the outcomes of a strong and supportive workplace culture that encourages employee motivation, engagement, and dedication. On the other hand, poor employee performance and inhibited organizational growth might result from a toxic or dysfunctional culture. A positive company culture can be shaped and reinforced by auditing methods, as demonstrated by the interaction between HR auditing and the culture that is examined. A culture that supports workers' performance and fosters organizational growth can be developed with the help of HR audits, which can show whether components of the organization's culture are in line with its objectives and core values. The article concludes that employees' performance and organizational success can be greatly impacted by a strategic approach to HR auditing in conjunction with a positive company culture. Organizations can maximize their human capital, improve employee happiness and retention, and achieve long-term sustainable growth by conducting frequent evaluations of HR procedures and cultivating a good culture. Article visualizations
THE VIEWS OF GREEK EDUCATIONALISTS ON THE ASSESSMENT OF THE KINDERGARTEN CURRICULUM CONTENT AND FUNCTION
High-quality education is considered as a crucial issue for every organised society since it prepares the next-to-come generation of active citizens. The assessment of the quality of education comprises the research object for a large number of researchers and members of the educational community, since through it the content and results of the assessment itself are examined. A structural feature of quality in education is the curriculum, inside which the very purpose of Kindergarten is reflected, which is no other than the wholesome development of toddlers. The objective of the present study was to investigate the views of general and special education teachers concerning the assessment of content as well as the operation of the curriculum proposed for the educational rank of Kindergarten. The study was conducted during the 2022-23 academic year, with the participation of 1204 educationalists (N: 864 general education Kindergarten teachers, N: 337 special education Kindergarten teachers) from all over Greece. The results of the research showed that the assessment of the pupils’ advancement relates to the type of education, whether, that is, the educationalists are employed within general education facilities or in special education ones, as well as to the number of pupils who attend each class. More on this, it surfaced that the dimension “Learning domains”, in which the content of the curriculum is being described, is affected by the number of pupils in each contextual class. Article visualizations
EFFECT OF WORK-LIFE BALANCE ON EMPLOYEE RETENTION OF EGERTON UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC STAFF, NAKURU COUNTY, KENYA
This study investigated the effect of work-life balance on employee retention among academic staff at Egerton University in Nakuru County, Kenya. Specifically, it examined the impact of flexible working arrangements on employee retention. The research employed a causal research design with a sample size of 202 academic staff members, determined using the Taro Yamane formula. Data was collected through structured questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics and linear regression analysis. The findings revealed a strong positive correlation (R = 0.863) between flexible working arrangements and employee retention, with flexible working arrangements explaining 74.5% of the variance in employee retention. The study found that aspects such as flexible teaching schedules, work setups that boost improvement, and arrangements that enhance job satisfaction and reduce job stress significantly contribute to employee retention. However, the research also highlighted areas of concern, particularly the lack of flexibility in granting time off for personal matters. The study concludes that implementing flexible working policies can significantly enhance employee retention among academic staff. These findings contribute to the growing body of literature on work-life balance and employee retention in higher education institutions, particularly in the Kenyan context. Article visualizations
THE STUDY OF CREDIT RISK IN THE BANKING SECTOR AND ITS EFFECT ON FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE CASE STUDY OF THE ZENITH BANK SIERRA LEONE
Credit risk refers to the probability of financial loss resulting from a borrower’s failure to repay a loan. Essentially, it encompasses the risk that a lender may not receive the owed principal and interest, leading to disrupted cash flows and increased collection costs. Lenders can mitigate credit risk by analyzing factors related to a borrower’s creditworthiness, such as their current debt load and income. In the last decade, many banks have started to make use of models to assess the risks of lending credit. The credit risk models are very complex and include algorithm-based methods of assessing credit risk. Such a model aims to help banks quantify, aggregate, and manage credit risk. Despite the method, the focus of credit risk assessment stays on credit quality and risk exposure. Strategies to reduce losses and manage risks are pertinent in credit risk management. However, banks have to organize and manage the lending function professionally and proactively and use advanced techniques to measure and manage risks. Credit risk management has become a hot topic due to the ongoing global economic crises, the rapid digital transformation, the recent technological innovations, and the growing use of artificial intelligence in banking. Regulators expect banks to have a clear and comprehensive understanding of their customers and their credit risk and to be transparent and capable in this area. As the Basel regulations change, banks will face more regulatory pressure. To meet the changing regulatory demands and to manage risk better, many banks are changing their credit risk practices. However, banks that see this as only a compliance issue are missing the point. The research findings indicate that the bank’s credit management practices have strongly influenced its profitability. In brief, manoeuvring through the complex risk terrain poses a significant hurdle for financial organizations. This requires ongoing adjustments and strategic choices to ensure both stability and profitability. Consequently, persistent academic research is essential to guide management, governments, and regulators. JEL: G21, G32, G33, C53, E58, D81 Article visualizations
INTERNAL CONTROL AND COST MANAGEMENT: ANTIDOTE TO THE DEMISE OF MICRO AND SMALL ENTERPRISES?
The study investigates how Internal Control (IC) and Cost Management (GC) contribute to the reduction of death in the first years of life and optimize the operating costs of Micro and Small Enterprises (MSE's). To this end, 127 MSEs in the retail, wholesale, and service segments were investigated in the period 2014 to 2022, through the descriptive method with the application of semi-structured questionnaires and analysis of financial and management statements. The motivation for the study was due to the fact that it is a business segment responsible for 27% of the national Gross Domestic Product (GDP), for generating an average of 83% of employment, growth of 5% per year, and 68% of mortality in the first two years (SEBRAE, 2010; 2015). The results suggest that IC and GC are unknown to managers in this segment and that accountants (mostly accounting technicians) are not interested in offering advice on this subject because there are no positive effects on accounting fees. On the other hand, managers understand that accounting is limited to the preparation of payroll and the issuance of tax guides. For this reason, they make their decisions based on their experiences gained over time. The study also identified that the managers' schooling corresponds to incomplete primary and secondary education, except, with rare exceptions in the service segment, with complete higher education. Article visualizations
EXPOSING THE DAMAGE CAUSED BY INADEQUATE LEADERSHIP IN PUBLIC AND COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENTS AS WELL AS POTENTIAL SOLUTIONS
The saying "leaders are born, not made" is frequently used to describe leaders especially those whose contributions stick in people's memories! So, who exactly is a leader? In essence, the ability to bring about the change one wants to see in their organization makes one a leader. Nowadays, a CEO of a business isn't always a leader. Conversely, someone possesses a set of competencies that further an organization's goals and objectives. An inadequate skill of a leader regarding management and guidance within a team or the business environment is referred to as poor leadership. There are several ways in which this can show up, including stating unclear objectives, inadequate communication among team members, a lack of accountability and transparency, and a lack of team member support to actualize results. An ineffective leadership may affect a team's ability to accomplish goals and objectives since it breeds mistrust and disdain for the leader. A widely acknowledged concept of leadership remains elusive despite extensive research. It is stated by Talat et al. (2015) that "there are almost as many definitions of leadership as there are people who have attempted to define the concept." Examples of these definitions include the ones that follow; leadership is a broad process that requires authority, accountability, and power delegation, according to Talat et al. (2015). Employees are followers of leaders in an organization, who need their assistance to enable them to achieve their own and the company's goals and objectives. This creates a win-win situation if managed properly. Hence, leadership styles encompass all facets of interacting inside and outside a company, managing or resolving problems, assisting and directing employees to do their jobs, and setting an example for others to follow and infuse. Article visualizations