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Multidimensional Analysis of Reproductive Health Indicators in Africa: A Clustering Approach for Identifying Disparities and Formulating Targeted Policies
No full textThis research aims to interpret the key reproductive health indicators of African countries using cluster analysis. By classifying these countries based on their reproductive health indicators, this study highlights their strengths and weaknesses in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly those related to ensuring maternal and child health, access to healthcare, protection of reproductive rights, combating sexually transmitted diseases and harmful practices, and reducing maternal and child mortality rates. A combined descriptive-analytical approach was employed, enabling us to provide a comprehensive overview reflecting the reality of reproductive health in Africa. Additionally, advanced statistical methods were utilized through the implementation of two of the most significant clustering techniques. Furthermore, the TANAGRA 1.4.50 software, which encompasses a broad array of algorithms used in exploratory statistics, data analysis, and processing, was leveraged. The latest data on reproductive health indicators for African countries (42 countries), compiled from the United Nations Development Programme and the United Nations Population Fund in 2023, were also employed. The study revealed significant disparities in reproductive health indicators among African countries. These countries were classified into four main groups based on their priorities, the severity of their situation, and a set of demographic, social, and economic characteristics. Additionally, the study confirmed the existence of African countries categorized as being at risk, necessitating urgent interventions through the adoption of comprehensive strategic plans to strengthen families and support their reproductive health
Internal Control Systems And Their Challenges In Bureaucracy And Village Fund Governance
No full textThe internal control system is an effort to suppress negative behavior arising from within the government bureaucracy. This study aims to determine whether and how village governments implement internal control systems. This question is a formulation that needs answers from this research. The focus of observation in this study is one of the village government institutions, and additional observations come from supervisory institutions and elements of the village community. Researchers with the aim of obtaining an in-depth understanding of certain events with the background of events at the research location are more appropriate to use a qualitative approach in this study. The data collection methods in this study used participatory observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Participatory observation places the researcher in and becomes part of the bureaucratic environment to gain understanding from an internal government perspective. Participatory observation is a bridge for researchers to trace personal interactions with village officials to obtain information through in-depth interviews, including access to supporting data in the form of documentation. The results showed that the village government had implemented an internal control system with the aim of protecting government assets. However, the researcher realized that the internal control system that runs in a bureaucratic environment still faces interference in the form of socio-relationships
Corporate Sustainability Reporting: Paradigms, Determinants and Performance
No full textDue to climate change, pressures from civil society and national and international bodies, the objectives of sustainable development, social responsibility and ethical governance have become an integral part of companies\u27 management strategy. Thus, if in the past, the main objective of business was to maximize profit or economic growth by any means, nowadays, to be successful in the long term, firms must integrate the principles of sustainability and corporate governance into their strategic objectives. In this sense, the aim of this article is to analyze the main paradigm shifts in the business world in the context of implementing sustainability and corporate governance principles in business models, while identifying the motivations for sustainability reporting and the impact on firm performance. The research methodology is theoretical and documentary, focusing on literature review and international regulations on sustainability and corporate governance. The research results consist in highlighting the main paradigm shifts in sustainability reporting and its implications on firm performance
Non-Financial Information - An Important Information Source in Decision-Making in Romania Companies
Full text linkNon-financial information, together with financial information, forms the complete data set necessary to evaluate a company today. The purpose of this research paper is to survey representatives of 127 companies in Romania in order to present the situation regarding the importance of non-financial information, as well as to classify the most representative non-financial information for the analyzed economic entities. The first objective is to review the specialized literature on the topic of non-financial information and CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility), and the second objective is focused on the analysis of the companies in the research sample. The results consist of providing an overview of the companies in Romania regarding the usefulness of non-financial information in the decision-making process and the ranking of the most representative non-monetary information for these companies. The companies included in the sample were analyzed between January 2023 and October 2023
VOSVIEWER INSIGHTS INTO BRICS
Full text linkThis study examines the pivotal role of BRICS in the global shift from a unipolar order to a multipolar framework, where emerging powers like China, India, and Russia are reshaping geopolitical and economic landscapes. Through its initiatives and collaborative projects, such as the Belt and Road Initiative, BRICS exemplifies a collective effort to redefine traditional power structures and foster new forms of global interaction. To better understand these dynamics, the research incorporates a bibliometric analysis of academic contributions on multipolarity, employing VOSviewer software to map trends and thematic connections within the field. By analyzing co-citation networks and identifying high-frequency terms, the study highlights the central nodes of scholarly debate, illustrating the growing academic interest in the transformative impact of BRICS. This approach not only underscores the significance of BRICS as a driver of global change but also demonstrates how tools like VOSviewer can provide a deeper, data-driven perspective on the complexities of the multipolar transition. The findings reveal how international cooperation and emerging alliances are redefining the contours of global governance and economic influence
Mapping digital entrepreneurship: Developments and connections with the financial and accounting field
No full textIn today\u27s context, digital entrepreneurship is an important pillar of the economy, characterized by the integration of new technologies in the development of innovative, sustainable and flexible businesses. This type of entrepreneurship contributes to the transformation of business models, to the adaptation of professions in different fields, as well as to the redefinition of the skills in demand in the labor market. The main aim of the paper is to explore the topic of digital entrepreneurship, with a focus on identifying its implications for accounting and finance professions. In order to achieve the proposed goal, a bibliometric analysis was performed using the VOSviewer software based on 660 papers published between 2000-2024 and indexed in the Web of Science (WOS) database. The results obtained allowed the identification of five thematic clusters that highlight the high impact of digital entrepreneurship in the new economic era and, at the same time, outline the current status of the topic within the literature. The usefulness of the results is found among researchers as a starting point for future research, as well as among entrepreneurs who are interested in how digital entrepreneurship has developed, helping to identify gaps in the field that can be turned into future business opportunities
Fiscal - Economic Perspectives in Promoting Sustainable Development of National Economies
Full text linkIn recent years, sustainable development has become a topic of major interest, aiming not only at economic growth, but also at enhancing social welfare and protecting the environment. The aim of this research is to analyse the role of taxation in promoting sustainable development and to assess how taxes affect the economy, the environment and society. The study is based on data collected from 163 national economies and uses statistical methods to examine the impact of the tax burden on sustainable development in national economies. The results show that tax dynamics significantly influence economic growth, the sustainability of national economies and social welfare. Furthermore, the article highlights the importance of tax policy in achieving sustainable development goals and suggests adopting a balanced approach to taxation that takes into account economic, social and environmental aspects. This research contributes to expanding knowledge in the field of sustainable development of national economies, providing a new perspective on the relationship between sustainable development and the tax burden
Empirical Analysis of Sustainable Performance in Relation to Stock Exchange Performance: Evidence from Romania
Full text linkGiven the substantial advancements in worldwide financial markets and the sharp increase in sustainability concerns, this article proposes an incursion into the empirical analysis of the interaction between companies\u27 sustainable performance and stock market performance, focusing on the specificities of the Romanian financial market. It emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive approach that goes beyond simple financial figure analysis to include aspects such as sustainability, corporate governance, and social impact. The article aims to shed light on this complex relationship through rigorous empirical analysis applied to data specific to the Romanian market. We will thoroughly investigate the connections between companies\u27 sustainability practices and the evolution of stock prices, taking into account the economic particularities of Romania, culminating with the estimation of a multiple linear regression model. Our study reveals that there is a correlation between the market capitalization of a company, its corporate performance and the specific industry or sector in which it operates
The Impact of Urbanization on Energy Consumption In South Africa: An Empirical Investigation
Full text linkThe purpose of this paper is to examine the impact of urbanization on energy consumption in the case of South Africa. To empirically estimate this, the study employed the autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL) approach and annual time series data covering the period from 1983 to 2021. In this study, urbanization and energy consumption are measured through the total urban population as a share of the total population and total energy consumption per capita, respectively. The findings from the ARDL cointegration test confirm that an increase in urbanization leads to a short-run increase and a long-run decrease in energy consumption. The results further confirm that an increase in economic growth leads to a long-run and short-run increase in energy consumption. It was also found that financial development leads to a long-run increase in energy consumption, while its first lagged values lead to a short-run decline. Foreign direct investment was found to have no significant impact on energy consumption both in the long run and short run
Bibliometric Insights into TV Advertising Research: Trends, Challenges, and Continued Relevance in the Digital Age
Full text linkBibliometric analysis has been employed for several years across various fields to identify the existing body of science related to a specific discipline or topic. However, such a research approach has not been applied to TV advertising. This article proposes the use of bibliometric analysis to discern trends in research activity related to TV advertising. The motivation for this approach stems from the fact that traditional media advertising is currently facing "pressure" from online platforms. This pressure is evident not only from the perspective of companies and their communication strategies but also in terms of research emphasis. We sought to determine whether researchers still maintain an interest in this subject. Through our analysis, we found that TV advertising remains a topic of interest for researchers. Moreover, their focus aligns with a pragmatic philosophy, emphasizing areas such as impact, communication, media, and consumption – topics that are crucial when deliberating about budgets and communication ROI