University of Botswana Research, Innovation and Scholarship Archive: Recent submissions
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The theoretical analysis of ethical leadership lapses: a disturbing concern about school leadership in Botswana
(Academic Journals,https://academicjournals.org, 2021-08)A school is the only place with a formal and legitimate mandate of duty of care for the learner. Schools are expected to be nurturing environments free of abuse, exploitation, violence, bullying, humiliation, discrimination, ... -
Botswana energy crisis and its impact on national security
(University of Botswana, www.ub.bw, 2019)The broadened security agenda of the Post-Cold War considers several non-military threats to states’ national security. Energy crisis is among the chain of non-traditional concerns that have the potential to threaten ... -
Prevalence of cryptosporidium parvum, giardia intestinalis and molecular characterization of rotavirus assoceated with diarrhea in children below five years old in Gaborone, Botswana
(University of Botswana, www.ub.bw, 2020-03)Background: Diarrhea remains a major cause of mortality and morbidity in children under the age of five years across the globe. In Botswana, the control of diarrheal diseases aims at reducing the burden caused by diarrhea ... -
Design and implementation of an automated irrigation control system for optimal water usage and enhanced agricultural productivity
(University of Botswana, www.ub.bw, 2018)Irrigation of crops is essential for profitable crop production in most arid regions. The “million dollar” question is: when to water, and how much water is needed? The answer to this question lies in the development of ... -
Exploring the needs of men who have sex with men (MSM) in HIV services in Gaborone city and selected surrounding villages in Botswana
(University of Botswana, www.ub.bw, 2019-12)There is reliable evidence that men who have sex with men (MSM) are at an increased risk of HIV infection compared to other men of reproductive age. However, there is limited data on the proportion of MSM reached by HIV ... -
Effect of fruit maturity on yield and quality of seed oil and biodiesel of jatropha curcas found in Botswana
(University of Botswana, www.ub.bw, 2020-03)This study was undertaken to investigate the influence of fruit maturity stage on yield and quality parameters of Jatropha curcas seed oil and derived biodiesel. The influence of fruit maturity on phorbol ester content ... -
An investigation into the use of theatre for sustainable livelihoods in Botswana: the case of “Madi Majwana”.
(University of Botswana, www.ub.bw, 2019-11)Theatre and live performances may seem like they are just ways of teaching and entertaining the masses. The question whether theatre can be useful beyond entertainment and education is one that this study handles with ... -
Ethical leadership for school governance: case study of four selected senior secondary schools in Gaborone
(University of Botswana, www.ub.bw, 2021-11)One of the core characteristics shared by successful leaders is their ability to use effective leadership styles during governance. It has been shown that ethical leadership (EL), a leadership style that is grounded in ... -
Nutritional status of children (6 To 13 Years) in Tubu and Shorobe molapo farming households, Ngamiland, Botswana
(University of Botswana,www.ub.bw, 2020)Background: The size of floods in the Okavango Delta (OD), Botswana varies annually and seasonally over long periods (decadal). This influences crop production, food security, health and nutritional status of dependent ... -
Adoption stakeholders’ perceptions of sharing adoption information with adoptees: the case of Nigeria
(University of Botswana,www.ub.bw, 2020-06)Child adoption is about the provision of families for children who cannot be cared for within the families into which they were born. It is also about experiencing parenting in which people legally assume the role of parents ... -
Teachers' responsiveness to learners with learning barriers (visual impairment): a case study design
(University of Botswana,www.ub.bw, 2020)The United Nations mandate was to have all children of the world to be educated, no matter their social status, race or disability. Teachers have affirmed that they had an increased number of learners with visual impairment ... -
The determinants of credit risk of commercial banks in Botswana
(University of Botswana, www.ub.bw, 2020-06)The study investigated the determinants of credit risk of commercial banks in Botswana from 2005 to 2017. The study used fixed effects model to meet the objectives. Commercial banks used in the study are Barclays Bank of ... -
Stakeholders’ perceptions on industrial internship: the case of Botswana Accountancy College’s hospitality management and tourism management programmes
(University of Botswana, www.ub.bw, 2019-12)Industrial internship is vital for exposing the students to the real-work environment by allowing them an opportunity to learn and gain experience from the industry. This study aimed to evaluate stakeholders’ perceptions ... -
Levels of Information and Communication Technology integration in Mathematics teaching and learning at Junior Secondary School in Mahalapye region
(University of Botswana, www.ub.bw, 2020-11)This study aims at finding out the levels of ICT deployment in Mathematics teaching and learning at Junior Secondary Schools in Mahalapye region, with the specific intent to explore the media used and how they are utilised ... -
A validated analytical method for the determination of lumefantrine in selected time modulated dried blood spot samples from malaria patients in Botswana
(University of Botswana, www.ub.bw, 2020-03)A simple liquid chromatography- diode array detector (LC-DAD) method for the determination of lumefantrine in whole blood collected in dried blood spot (DBS) filters was developed and validated. The validation was done ... -
International criminal court and its impact on Africa’s security: a case study of Kenya 2002-2013
(University of Botswana, www.ub.bw, 2020)This study examined the impact of the ICC on Africa’s security, with a particular focus on the Kenya case 2002-2013. It was noted that despite its existence, the ICC has failed to provide social justice and security on the ... -
Flood disaster vulnerability assessment of physical and environmental factors in Ramotswa and Taung villages, Botswana
(University of Botswana, www.ub.bw, 2018-12-18)The paper explores the spatial and physical factors that increase communities’ vulnerability to flood disasters using Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The paper is derived from a 2013-2015 study which carried ... -
Perceived barriers to rainwater harvesting as a source of water supply in Botswana: case of Gaborone city
(University of Botswana, www.ub.bw, 2018-12-18)Water is considered as a finite resource and urban water supply is a growing issue for many cities and towns as they face rapid population growth, spatial growth and diverse urban activities. In most urban areas underground ... -
Popular community perceptions on flood disasters and climate change issues in Botswana
(University of Botswana, www.ub.bw, 2018-12-18)This paper reports on a 2012-2015 study that set out to investigate the problem that although Botswana is a semi-arid country there have been increasing instances, frequency and intensity of flood disasters in space and ... -
Cultural identity and physical planning in Botswana - challenges and opportunities
(University of Botswana, www.ub.bw, 2018-12-18)Culture as an aspect of human societies is manifested both in tangible and intangible forms. It involves a set of values, beliefs, traditions, rituals and customs defining the society’s identity. Tangible manifestations ...