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

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

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

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

THE STUDY OF CREDIT RISK MANAGEMENT AND ITS IMPACT ON OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE: CASE STUDY OF THE STANDARD CHARTERED BANK IN SIERRA LEONE

Managing credit risk is a crucial concern for banks in light of various factors such as global economic crises, digital transformation, technological advancements, and the use of artificial intelligence in banking. Regulators and the Basel regulations require banks to have a transparent and comprehensive understanding of their customers and credit risk. Banks must keep track of, assess, limit, and evaluate credit risk in their entire portfolio and single transactions, as well as consider its connection with other types of risks. The Basel II Accord provides standards for banks to implement new methods for measuring and handling credit risk. Effective credit risk management can impact banks' performance, earnings, and image. Liquidity risk management is another key aspect that requires banks to have a robust process for identifying, measuring, monitoring, and controlling liquidity risk. Banks must have contingency funding plans (CFPs) that clearly outline the strategies for dealing with liquidity shortages in crises. They should also hold a buffer of unencumbered, high-quality liquid assets to protect against various liquidity stress scenarios. Bank performance is a multidimensional concept that encompasses financial and market performance, human resource performance, organizational efficiency, and customer-centered performance. It is often assessed holistically by considering these and other relevant dimensions. The specific components that contribute to bank performance may vary depending on the methodology used by researchers or analysts. The research findings suggest that effective management of credit risk has improved the operational performance and liquidity of the bank. Operational performance has a wide range of factors, such as financial and market performance, human resource performance, organizational efficiency, and customer-concentrated performance. However, for this research, operational performance was limited to the bank’s profitability, equity, asset efficiency, and return on equity, which fall under the purview of the financial factor.  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

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

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

PEER OBSERVATION OF TEACHERS: EXPLORING TEACHING EXPERIENCES

This paper examines teachers' experiences with classroom peer observation of teaching. Participating teachers shared their insights into teaching experience and skills, providing valuable perspectives on practices that could enhance the teaching and learning process. The results revealed both common strengths and areas where teachers can further develop their skills. Additionally, the study identifies critical success factors for ongoing peer observation. It proposes establishing a systematic approach to classroom peer observation for the school's teaching community, fostering continuous improvement in teaching and learning.  Article visualizations

KINSHASA EN REPUBLIQUE DEMOCRATIQUE DU CONGO : VILLE AGRESSEE / KINSHASA IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO: CITY ASSAULTED

La ville de Kinshasa fait face à différents défis, en particulier ceux concernant les infrastructures essentielles et l’aménagement global. De nos jours, la majorité des communes de la ville de Kinshasa font face à des problèmes majeurs en matière d’aménagement durable de son espace. Ces enjeux liés au foncier sont caractéristiques de l’utilisation de l’espace et de l’occupation du sol, en particulier après l’obtention de l’indépendance du pays en 1960. Un souci de gestion des déchets se pose et, en raison du manque de dépotoir public, la population utilise des méthodes telles que l'enfouissement, l'incinération, le rejet dans les cours d'eau et les caniveaux. Ainsi, ces méthodes maintiennent le milieu de vie dans une situation de fragilité et d'insalubrité avancée. La détérioration des conditions d’hygiène et du milieu de vie est due à l'absence de systèmes d'évacuation et de gestion des eaux pluviales et usées. Elle se manifeste par une augmentation de la propagation des maladies, telles que le paludisme causé par l'augmentation des moustiques, la fièvre typhoide, ainsi qu'une aggravation des phénomènes d'érosion, d'éboulement, d'inondation et de stagnation des eaux, en particulier dans les rues urbaines.The city of Kinshasa faces different challenges, particularly those concerning essential infrastructure and overall development. Nowadays, the majority of municipalities in the city of Kinshasa face major problems in terms of sustainable development of their space. These issues linked to land are characteristic of the use of space and land occupation, particularly after the country obtained independence in 1960. A concern for waste management arises and, due to Due to the lack of public landfill, the population uses methods such as burial, incineration, discharge into waterways and gutters. Thus, these methods maintain the living environment in a situation of fragility and advanced unsanitary conditions. The deterioration of hygienic conditions and the living environment is due to the absence of evacuation systems and management of rain and wastewater. It manifests itself by an increase in the spread of diseases, such as malaria caused by the increase in mosquitoes, typhoid fever, as well as an aggravation of the phenomena of erosion, landslides, flooding and/or stagnant water, especially in urban streets.  Article visualizations