International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147- 4478)
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Exploring the determinant of environmental performance in higher education
Get PDFThis paper aims to examine the role of green responsible leadership and green human resource management on environmental performance. In this paper, it is also aimed to examine green orchestration innovation as a mediator. We employed a SmartPLS 4.0 using the SEM-PLS method. A dataset of 150 respondents from students who are active in the top 3 green campuses in East Java, Indonesia was collected using a questionnaire. Main findings of the study demonstrate that (i) green responsible leadership have a significant effect on environmental performance, (ii) green human resource management have a significant effect on environmental performance, and finally (iii) green orchestration innovation acts as a mediator between green responsible leadership and green human resource management on environmental performance. Universities must optimize their resources by orchestrating them through innovation. Furthermore, universities must establish clear regulations to support environmental protection, starting with the learning process, policies, curriculum, and daily activities that can become a model for students\u27 lives after graduation
Constitutional coups and military interventions: Reassessing extended presidential tenure and its impact on governance in Africa
Get PDFThis paper critically examines the consolidation of executive power in Africa through constitutional amendments, often referred to as “constitutional coups,” and its correlation with the resurgence of military interventions. The study’s objective is to explore how the removal of presidential term limits, electoral law manipulation, and similar structural changes contribute to the erosion of democratic norms, institutional accountability, and political stability. Using a conceptual and theoretical analysis grounded in recent case studies, the paper demonstrates how these tactics entrench aging political elites and deepen systemic challenges such as corruption, poverty, and tribalism. It highlights how gerontocracy and ethnically skewed political appointments generate exclusionary governance structures that monopolize key institutions, including the judiciary, legislature, and the military, within dominant ethnic factions, thereby intensifying political marginalisation and social unrest. The paper argues that when peaceful mechanisms for political transition are closed off by such legal manipulations, the likelihood of mass protest and military coups increases. As a policy response, the study recommends the codification of African Union norms on constitutional amendment procedures, the enforcement of term limits, and the strengthening of continental early warning systems. These measures are vital for restoring institutional checks, deterring authoritarian entrenchment, and safeguarding democratic governance across the continent. The paper thus contributes to the discourse on constitutionalism and political accountability in Africa by offering practical, policy-relevant strategies for reform
Publication of annual reports among commercial public enterprises in Namibia: an updated (2020/2021-2023/2024) situational analysis
Get PDFDespite clear requirements and recommendations of the PEGA, 2019 (Act No. 1 of 2019), the Companies Act 28 of 2004, and the NamCode, many commercial PEs in Namibia fail to consistently publish their annual reports. This undermines both public trust and the ability of policymakers to make informed decisions. While earlier assessments, such as the Institute for Public Policy Research’s 2021 report of the 2019/2020 financial year, shed light on these shortcomings, there has been limited research on more recent reporting trends. This study addresses that gap by examining the availability of annual reports across 21 commercial PEs from the 2020/2021 to 2023/2024 financial year. Using a qualitative, interpretivist approach, the study assessed online annual report publication where data analysed through a deductive lens shaped by the PEGA, Companies Act, NamCode, and relevant governance theories (Agency, Stakeholder, Public Value, and Institutional theories). The findings point to persistent inconsistencies in compliance, with only a handful of commercial PEs consistently publishing their annual reports online over the review period. Challenges identified include limited internal resources, unclear accountability mechanisms, bureaucratic inefficiencies, and political interference. Weak regulatory enforcement further exacerbates the issue. However, entities like the Mobile Telecommunications Company and the Namibia Power Corporation, amongst others, emerged as examples of best practice. To strengthen transparency and accountability in Namibia’s PE sector, the study highlights the need for more robust enforcement of reporting requirements, standardised publication frameworks, and strategic investment in institutional capacity.
The impact of information technology and organizational culture on employee performance: The mediating role of job satisfaction and the moderating role of technology-task fit
Get PDFThis study investigates the impact of Information Technology (IT) and Organizational Culture on Employee Performance, with Job Satisfaction as a mediating variable, and Task-Technology Fit as a moderating factor. Conducted in the context of the Direktorat Jenderal Perbendaharaan (DJPB) in East Java, the study analyzes the relationships between these variables and their collective influence on employee performance. Data was collected from 297 employees using an online questionnaire, with a quantitative approach based on Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) for data analysis. The study finds that both IT and Organizational Culture significantly enhance Employee Performance, with Job Satisfaction mediating these effects. Additionally, Task-Technology Fit moderates the relationship between IT and Employee Performance, as well as between Organizational Culture and Employee Performance. The study emphasizes the importance of aligning technology with tasks and fostering a positive organizational culture to enhance job satisfaction, which in turn boosts employee performance. The results contribute to the understanding of how IT, Organizational Culture, Job Satisfaction, and Task-Technology Fit interrelate to influence performance, providing practical implications for improving human resource management and operational efficiency in public sector organizations
Analysing the role of consumer behaviour, and the adoption of green business models and circular economy principles in apparel SMMEs
Get PDFThis research explores the social and environmental impacts of fast fashion in Durban-based SMME, focusing on sustainability opportunities and challenges in the local clothing industry. Adopting a qualitative research design, using content analysis and snowball sampling, the study investigates the practices of apparel enterprises, the role of consumer behaviour, and the adoption of green business models and circular economy principles. Key findings indicate that there is greater awareness and implementation of sustainable practices in large businesses, including the use of renewable energy and fair labour practices. But there is insignificant implementation by small businesses owing to financial constraints and resource limitations. The study finds gaps in consumer education about the negative impacts of fast fashion and calls for specific education and policy intervention. The research uses dynamic capabilities theory to justify how companies reshape resources in reaction to pressures for sustainability and defines community involvement as a new aspect of sustainable action. Its recommendations involve investment in sustainable design, education for consumers, and collaboration among multiple stakeholders. The research adds to sustainability discourse and calls for localized, adaptive strategies to mitigate the adverse effects of fast fashion in emerging markets
Readiness to accept Artificial Intelligence (AI): An empirical study on tertiary level students\u27 in Bangladesh
Get PDFOur way of life has evolved due to the advent of AI. Artificial intelligence (AI) is already having an impact on many parts of the industry and will likely find additional uses in the future. This research study investigates the students\u27 readiness to adopt AI. An exploratory research design undergirds this investigation. A questionnaire (based on a prior study) survey was used to gather data. The SPSS and AMOS Graphics are used to conduct EFA and CFA. 387 respondents were taken into consideration for the study. In this investigation, the KMO value is 0.839. Factor loading is larger than 0.45, with 22 items. This study extracts five components: educational content (EC), institutional facilities (IF), artificial intelligence awareness (AW), acceptance barriers (AB), and usage/application (AP). The Eigen values of those components are 5.056, 2.420, 1.640, 1.411, and 1.000, explaining 52.4% of the total variation. The CFA model fit findings show that CMIN/DF=2.360, GFI= 0.0.913, AGFI= 0.884, CFI= 0.880, RMSEA=0.05, SRMR=0.05, Hoelter\u27s N returns value at 5% significant level = 195 and at 1% significant level = 210, Chi square= 372.870, df=158, p=0.000. Today, AI may boost tertiary students\u27 productivity. Engaging pupils with technology in our country helps determine their AI interests. The study shows how educational content, institutional facilities, artificial intelligence knowledge, acceptance hurdles, and usage/application affect students\u27 preparedness to adopt AI. This research will help higher education authorities to introduce IT infrastructure, teach students to understand AI technology, and inspire future academics to contribute to this era of intelligent robots
The effect of transformational leadership style on employee engagement
Get PDFOrganisational leaders are the most vital and effective machinery that organisations possess to enhance and sustain employee engagement. As such, it is important that they fully understand the significance of the effect of leadership style on employee engagement. Against this background, this paper aims to examine the effect of transformational leadership on employee engagement. A quantitative research methodology was utilised for the data collection and analysis. The target population for this study comprised the labour force at a specific company in South Africa. The unit of analysis was all individuals employed at the company and could be seen as individuals with an influence on the performance of the company through their level of engagement. A questionnaire with closed-ended questions was utilised to collect data after having obtained an ethical clearance certificate from an institution of higher learning in South Africa. Descriptive statistics and correlational analysis were used to analyse the data. The main finding demonstrates that transformational leadership style has a positive effect on employee engagement. The study underscores the importance of transformational leadership style in fostering employee engagement. The study contributes to the theoretical discourse on leadership by emphasising the need, in an ever-changing competitive business environment, where businesses are constantly striving to achieve a competitive edge over their competitors, for a leadership style that has a positive effect on employee engagement
The psychosocial impact of sexual victimisation amongst female students: The case of South African rural and urban universities
Get PDFThis qualitative study examines the psychosocial barriers that prevent female students from reporting sexual victimisation at selected rural and urban universities in South Africa, as well as other Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). This study aimed to examine the psychological effects and social repercussions experienced by students, including instances of sexual abuse. This study is grounded in the Lifestyle Exposure Theory by Hindelang et al. (1978) and Fattah’s (1991) Differential Risk Model. It employed semi-structured In-Depth Interviews (IDIs) with twenty-nine (29) First Responders, specifically selected from the Gender Desk, Student Governance, Health and Wellness, residence administrators, academic staff, safety and security, legal, psychology, and social work domains. These participants were chosen to provide insights on the subject matter. The findings indicate that fear of retaliation, stigmatisation, institutional distrust, and emotional trauma together perpetuate a culture of silence. The research emphasises that these barriers intensify psychological distress and social isolation in victims, thereby contributing to underreporting. The findings underscore the insufficient response to the necessity for a multi-institutional strategy to: 1) Implement trauma-informed awareness campaigns aimed at destigmatization, 2) Enhance structural support systems to bolster accountability, and 3) Ensure comprehensive staff training to eradicate biases in case management. By prioritising the welfare of survivors and confronting the societal acceptability of sexual violence, universities can mitigate the psychosocial effects of victimisation. This paper proposes the development of policies that rectify the gaps between institutional commitments and the real experiences of students, with the goal of establishing active prevention and survivor-centered justice as standard practices on campus
Effects of waste management practices on manufacturing enterprises in the Ilembe municipal district in South Africa
Get PDFManufacturing firms significantly contribute to worldwide environmental deterioration by generating substantial waste, emitting greenhouse gases, contaminating water, and depleting natural resources. The situation in South Africa is particularly alarming, as just a minimal percentage of trash is effectively managed. Many municipal landfills are overwhelmed, and illicit dumping is prevalent. The industrial industry\u27s persistent ecological imprint, along with the swift depletion of natural resources, highlights an urgent necessity for sustainable waste management strategies that can reduce environmental damage and improve corporate accountability. While existing literature recognises the environmental consequences of manufacturing and outlines general waste management strategies, there is a significant deficiency in empirical research assessing the efficacy of specific waste disposal methods, especially within the South African manufacturing sector. This study aims to objectively evaluate the efficacy of three waste management techniques inside manufacturing firms in the iLembe Municipal District of South Africa. A total of 262 firms were polled; however, only 191 responses were obtained, of which 184 were considered valid for data analysis. Descriptive statistics were utilised to summarise the central tendency and dispersion of the data, encompassing means, standard deviations, and percentages. Correlation analysis was conducted to evaluate the strength and direction of linear relationships between continuous variables, specifically to assess the impact of waste re-use practices, examine the appropriateness of in-house recycling practices, and determine the efficacy of incineration as effective waste disposal methods. The findings indicate that in-house recycling, waste reuse, and incineration are extensively employed in the district, with chemical waste being the most predominant. This study provides empirical evidence of the beneficial impact of efficient waste management on organisational performance, hence facilitating more sustainable and strategic decision-making in the industrial industry
Impact of supplier collaboration on implementing sustainable blue economy procurement practices in Temeke
Get PDFThis research examines the critical role of supplier collaboration in advancing sustainable procurement practices within Temeke District’s Blue Economy a coastal zone in Tanzania where marine resources underpin livelihoods yet face escalating environmental pressures. Despite national policies promoting sustainable ocean governance, implementation gaps persist due to fragmented regulations, power imbalances, and the marginalization of informal suppliers. This study addresses an underexplored link: how collaborative relationships between buyers and suppliers enable or constrain sustainability outcomes in complex, resource-dependent contexts. Adopting a mixed methods approach, the research engaged diverse stakeholders across public, private, and community spheres. Findings reveal that transactional procurement paradigms dominate, stifling innovation and ecological stewardship. Trust deficits and restrictive contractual frameworks inhibit meaningful partnerships, while pervasive informality excludes suppliers with invaluable place-based knowledge. Nevertheless, intermediary actors, such as NGOs and community leaders emerge as vital bridges, fostering adaptive solutions through locally embedded dialogue. The study identifies key barriers, including conflicting sectoral policies, financial exclusion, and gendered occupational segregation, which limit inclusive participation. Conversely, enablers like co-designed "Sustainability Compacts" and intergenerational knowledge exchange offer pathways for reform. Recommendations prioritize integrated governance, supplier empowerment funds, and gender-responsive platforms to reconfigure collaboration as a catalyst for equity and resilience. By centering Temeke’s socio-ecological realities, this research contributes a framework for transforming procurement from a compliance exercise into a regenerative force. It argues that effective Blue Economy transitions require redistributing agency to frontline suppliers not as contractors, but as custodians of coastal futures