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    An analysis of official language policies and their relationship to everyday language use in multilingual bank settings in the Free State province
    (Universty of the Western Cape, 2023) Thango, Menzi Zamokwakhe; Kaschula, Russell
    This study intended to provide an analysis of the language use in the multilingual setting of banks in the Free State Province. The study further determined the status of African languages in the banking sector in relation to perceptions about the use of African languages when transacting and communicating in the banks. The study also highlighted the importance of language planning and policy in the banks. Mixed methods of conducting research, that is, qualitative and quantitative research methods were employed by the study, and questionnaires, interviews and observations were used to collect data. Banking clients and consultants were sampled randomly in the banks operating in the five cities/towns of the Free State Province, namely Bloemfontein, Harrismith, Welkom, Trompsburg and Sasolburg. The rationale for this study was that the use of English as sole language of business and communication in the banking sector has continued without being challenged, while African languages are not used. The language used by banks in their signage inside the banks, official documents such as loan contracts, agreements, investments, and savings documents are written in English, whereas the majority of customers at most banks are speakers of African languages
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    A critical analysis of three selected themes in the isixhosa literary text: ngenxa yesithembiso
    (University of the Western Cape, 2023) Diko, Thina; Kaschula, Russell
    This study chooses to be contemporary and relevant by systemaically, and carefully locating pertinent themes from a selected isiXhosa text titled Ngenxa Yesithembiso. In so doing, themes of corruption and money laundering, drug abuse and Gender- Based Violence (GBV) are the points of departure for this study. The process that is followed rests on the fact that South Africa is engulfed by many challenges and as such, isiXhosa literary texts ought to be regarded and accepted as ones that may potentially contribute to the process of addressing many South African challenges. The motive behind this study is presented, and the problematised phenomenon is argued for. Qualitative research methodology, alongside critical theory, is employed to advance the debates of this study. This is because isiXhosa literature fits within the arena of academic inquiry and therefore, it is prudent that a systemic technique and approach is utilised. Subsequently, the structure of the whole study is presented through a chapter outline. The reference list is available to ensure that the research ethics and the integrity of the university are met.
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    The portrayal of women in selected isixhosa creative works: implications for social justice
    (2024) Tshingilane, Nomakhwezi; Kaschula, Russell
    The study focuses on the portrayal of women in selected isiXhosa creative works and how it relates to social justice. More specifically, this study looks at gender inequality as shown in the way that women are reflected in literature. It appears that it is not only male characters who oppress female characters in these literary works, but women characters also enforce patriarchy on younger women. Older women, for example, believe it is their responsibility to pass on cultural traditions from generation to generation. Dress code, posture, seating positions, eating habits, home chores, sexual expression, voice tone and inflection, self-esteem, and self-concept are all factors to consider when analysing these creative works in relation to the entrenchment of patriarchy. People are placed on different psychological growth paths from the moment they are born. This involves the passing down of knowledge and values from a gendered perspective. There are barriers that women face, resulting in women being unable to assert their own positive selves and ideals. They are disempowered from offering their knowledge and experiences to enhance human understanding. Oppression of self-expression no doubt has implications for the attainment of social justice in society more generally. This thesis attempts to tease out these gendered societal perspectives in relation to selected isiXhosa literary works.