Browsing by Author "Makiva, Msuthukazi"

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    An assessment of the impact the Disaster Management Act had in the education sector of South Africa during a pandemic: A case study of Northlink College in Cape Town (2020 – 2022)
    (University of the Western Cape, 2022) Bonito, Cassey; Makiva, Msuthukazi
    This study assesses the impact of the Disaster Management Act, Act 57 of 2002 of the Covid-19 Pandemic on the education sector in South Africa, with specific reference to the Protea Northlink College, Cape Town. The study is vital as the education sector was badly hit by the pandemic through regulations designed to contain its spread. Sudden closure of schools countrywide, with no mechanisms in place to assist continuation of teaching and learning, left the education sector in dissaray. The challenge was that many of the schools had to scramble for different systems of ensuring that teaching and learning goes unhindered.
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    Challenges of public participation in the implementation of portable toilets in South Africa: A case study of Makhaza area in Cape Town, Western Cape Province (2011-2015)
    (University of the Western Cape, 2018) Bob, Thandile; Makiva, Msuthukazi
    This research critically sought to conduct a study, to find out whether there was public participation prior to the installation of portable flush toilets (porta potties) in Makhaza Area, Khayelitsha, during 2011-2015. A discussion of a theoretical framework on public participation and decision making forms the basis upon which this study is grounded. The study proceeded to explore public participation in public policy in the local South African context with a specific focus on the legislative environment. To gather information, a maximum number of 30 households in the area of study were interviewed using the technique of purposive sampling falling under non-probability sampling. The selected participants have a distinct connection with the phenomenon under research, and adequate and significant living knowledge of public participation, but have not participated in the process of public participation. Furthermore, both qualitative and quantitative approaches were followed in order to enrich the study deeply.
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    A conceptual clarification of the definition of resilience: An African perspective in Gugulethu Township, Cape Town.
    (University of Western Cape, 2020) Gelese, Patricia; Makiva, Msuthukazi; Zembe, Yanga
    There is a huge gap in literature on resilience especially that which reflects African perspective. This can be seen from many definitions of resilience that are informed by research done in the American and Eurocentric context. This gap in literature calls for more resilience research to be done in different areas filled with adversities in South Africa and Africa at large. This will help to understand the mechanisms that young people in these contexts of adversities need to adapt well and have positive outcomes despite their context of development that is filled with adverse situations. Thus, the broad objective of this study is to understand conceptual clarification of resilience in African perspective, with intent to close the gap in literature, especially where Afrocentric definition of resilience is concerned, mainly in Gugulethu Township, Cape Town, is understood. Qualitative research methods were used in order to unearth the understanding of the phenomenon.
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    Critical evaluation of the contractor development programme in the Western Cape department of transport and public works: Skills development, training and youth placement, 2015 – 2018
    (University of Western Cape, 2021) Africa, Monique; Makiva, Msuthukazi
    Emerging contractors play a significant role in the employment and skills development landscape as they are the employers of unskilled and semi-skilled labour in the construction industry (Western Cape Department of Transport and Public Works (DTPW): Contractor Development Policy, 2016; Rass, 2019). In 2004, the National Cabinet approved the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) to encourage job creation imperatives through the provisioning of skills and business enhancement initiatives for the targeted Historically Disadvantaged Individuals (HDIs), specifically the unskilled and semi-skilled labour force of the South African construction industry (Makiva, 2015; DTPW, 2021; DTPW: Contractor Development Programme (CDP) Policy, 2016; Rass, 2019). In response to this call, in 2012 the Western Cape Department of Transport and Public Works (WC DTPW) designed and implemented the Contractor Development Programme (CDP) with parallel aims.
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    Critical examination of fiscal transparency effectiveness in local government in developing countries: the case of Mutare city council, Zimbabwe, 2010-2020
    (University of the Western Cape, 2024) Tashu, Keith Tichaona; Makiva, Msuthukazi
    In an attempt to review the existing fiscal transparency governance framework of the Mutare City Council (MCC), this research critically examines fiscal transparency effectiveness in local government in developing countries using the MCC as a case study from 2010 to 2020. Despite extensive research on the subject of fiscal transparency effectiveness, little is known about the effectiveness of fiscal transparency at the local government level especially in Zimbabwe. International standards on fiscal transparency effectiveness guided this study. Standards set by the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Code, International Budget Partnership’s (IBP) Open Budget Index (OBI), Global Initiative for Fiscal Transparency’s (GIFT) High-Level Principles, and Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development’s (OECD) Best Practices for Budget Transparency were analysed. Inherent in these standards is that the public has to be able to access comprehensive, understandable, readable, and reliable fiscal information. Three theories were also analysed and these included the elite theory, the institutional theory, and the public choice theory. The rationale for choosing these theories is that they have been proven to be key models for ideological debate and research in Public Administration studies. A synoptic review was carried out of country experiences on fiscal transparency governance practices in selected regional and global countries that pertain to fiscal transparency effectiveness. The study selected case experiences from Brazil, South Africa, the Philippines and Indonesia. Brazil is an internationally recognised successful case of Participatory Budgeting (PB) in the world. South Africa has a vibrant legal and institutional framework that enhances fiscal transparency, accountability and prudence in local government financial management. The Philippines is one of the leading countries in the world that has adopted and embraced social contracts in local government. Lastly, Indonesia has successfully adopted and embraced e-governance in local government through e-budgeting yielding visible results in promoting fiscal transparency, accountability, and citizen participation. The process undertaken by the researcher in gathering information for this study was also presented. The study adopted the pragmatism research philosophy. It is often associated with mixed-methods research which involves combining or integrating qualitative and quantitative research and data in a research study. The study made use of both qualitative and quantitative research methods making use of key informant interviews and questionnaires. The study made use of thematic analysis, content analysis and Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) for analysing data. The validity and reliability of the study were expounded as well as verification of trustworthiness, with reference to credibility, transferability, dependability and confirmability. Ethical considerations were also presented. The fiscal transparency governance framework of the MCC was analysed and communication tools used by the MCC identified by this study include traditional methods such as public hearings and consultative forums, notice boards, walk-ins and print media. The council also uses digital methods such as the MCC’s website, text message, telephone, email, WhatsApp, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and local radio. This study however established that residents are only able to access all fiscal reports and information from MCC through the walk-in method. This shows that the fiscal transparency governance framework of the council is still weak. The legal framework enforcing fiscal transparency in local government in Zimbabwe was also analysed. Three main pieces of legislation were analysed and these include the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 20) Act 2013, the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) (Chapter 22:19) and the Urban Council’s Act (UCA) (Chapter 29:15). The study concluded that Zimbabwe has the legislative framework in place enforcing fiscal transparency in urban local governments. However, the main challenges are the implementation and enforcement of the legislative provisions in fostering fiscal transparency in local governments. The institutional framework mandated to monitor and enforce fiscal transparency on MCC was also examined. Six institutions were identified and these include Rate Payers Associations (RPAs), District Development Coordinator (DDC), Provincial Development Coordinator (PDC), Ministry of Local Government Public Works and National Housing (MLGPWNH), Office of the Auditor General (AG) and the Parliament of Zimbabwe. Their effectiveness in carrying out their supervisory roles is however affected by a lack of financial, human and technological resources to effectively monitor MCC. The study also presented research findings on the effectiveness of fiscal transparency in the MCC from 2010 to 2020. It presented research findings on the development of the MCC’s fiscal transparency governance framework, residents who accessed the MCC’s communication tools and the effectiveness of the communication tools from 2010 to 2020. From the research findings, it can be concluded that what makes MCC’s fiscal transparency governance weak is that information if disseminated spontaneously and haphazardly, thus the need for a one-stop-shop were residents can access all relevant fiscal information and fiscal reports. The study also presented research findings of the MCC’s budget processes from 2010 to 2020 as well as the effectiveness of the budget process. From the research findings, it can be concluded that the MCC’s budget process does not meet international standards. The council fails to engage residents during the budget formulation stage. The study also presented research findings on the MCC’s fiscal transparency effectiveness based on international standards. The study made use of accessibility, reliability, timeliness, comprehensiveness and readability. From the research findings, it can be concluded that the manifold approach by the MCC enhances accessibility and it is commendable. However, the lack of qualified accountants, failure to publish annual audit reports on a timely basis, and the technicality of budget issues limit the reliability, timeliness, comprehensiveness and readability of fiscal reports from the council. The study also presented challenges associated with the fiscal transparency of the MCC and the impact of the lack of fiscal transparency on public service delivery in Mutare. The study then generated a new model that will mitigate challenges associated with the fiscal transparency of the MCC. The new model was designed based on a mobile application platform and guided by the budget process. The new model aims to provide a one-stop-shop, which enables residents to access all fiscal reports from the MCC and participate in the council’s budget process. The researcher saw it suitable to name the new model the Online Budgeting Model for Fiscal Transparency Effectiveness (OBMFiTE). During the online budget process, online meetings through video conferencing via links are provided on the mobile application and they can be ward-based feedback online meetings. The MCC has to post reports on each budget stage on the mobile application platform which are downloadable. Links have to be available directing residents to MCC’s other communication tools such as the website and social media platforms with similar information. Most importantly, an interactive comment section will be available on the mobile application which enables residents to make comments and interact with council officials.
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    Evaluating social housing intervention strategies in a South African municipality
    (African Consortium of Public Administration, 2013) Makiva, Msuthukazi; Ile, Isioma
    According to the Department of Human Settlement Annual Report (2010:5) accelerating the delivery of housing opportunities by 2014 by providing proper basic services and land tenure to households currently living in informal settlements, is the government’s mandate that must be realised. Following this objective, the Western Cape devised strategies to accelerate housing delivery and service improvement in the informal areas. For example, an Integrated Human Settlement Plan was developed to contextualise the City of Cape Town’s strategy for the provision of equitable and affordable shelter to all, (City of Cape Town Service Delivery Report 2005/6:177). This plan sparked the development of a City-wide Spatial Development Plan, involving various role players and integrated planning processes. The Five Year Integrated Housing Plan, (2007/8 – 2011/12:7) recognises this as it argues that the City of Cape Town’s objective is accelerating housing provision and ensuring that land utilisation is well planned, managed and monitored. To achieve all this on a broader scale, the City has adopted the national Breaking New Ground plan (BNG) for the development of sustainable human settlements and has also aligned itself with the Provincial Government’s Western Cape Sustainable Human Settlement Strategy called ‘Isidima’, (Five Year Integrated Housing Plan, 2007/8 – 2011/12: 7). According to the Five Year Integrated Housing Plan (2007/8 – 2011/12:7), these two instruments are a shift from traditional approaches to the holistic provision of housing, with the aim of developing and improving integrated human settlements. Despite these joint initiatives, it appears that Cape Town is still experiencing a huge housing backlog. This could be blamed on the failure to plan for migration into the Western Cape. This article, examines the extent to which the housing intervention strategies are effective in dealing with the housing dilemma in Cape Town.
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    Impacts of inconsistent water billing: Case study of Litha park, Khayelitsha, Cape Town from 2010 to 2018
    (University of the Western Cape, 2022) Sangqu, Zamile Zane; Makiva, Msuthukazi
    This study investigates the impacts of inconsistent water billing in Litha Park. The study highlights the challenges faced by the community in accessing water through automatic water billing meters that were introduced in the City of Cape Town to ensure that their water billing systems are correctly computed without any manual interventions. The research problem is that post-Apartheid the new South African government introduced the 1996 Constitution Act 108, which created the third tier of government, the local government or the municipality which is entrusted with a mandate to deliver basic municipal services like water, housing, electricity and waste management to all the residents.
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    Local government revenue leakages through corruption during the Covid-19 pandemic in Africa: The case of Zimbabwe
    (University of the Western Cape, 2022) Tashu, Keith Tichaona; Makiva, Msuthukazi
    Zimbabwe has over the years experienced rampant corruption in all sectors of the economy. At local government level, there have been several allegations of corruption in areas such as revenue collection, procurement and land acquisitions among others. The magnitude of corruption is extreme especially in revenue collection. Most funds collected by local government revenue officials hardly reach municipalities’ coffers and are not accounted for. The advent of the COVID-19 pandemic has further created a breeding ground for corruption in revenue collection at local government level due to economic doldrums. Measures imposed by governments to contain the COVID-19 pandemic such as closure of all non-essential business activities, closure of borders and travel restrictions among others have reduced trade and economic activities. This has negatively affected income of businesses and governments leading to retrenchments and salary cuts.
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    The NSFAS financial assistance programme: Implementation and challenges for students studying at a previously disadvantaged university
    (University of the Western Cape, 2024) Johnson, Ebrain; Makiva, Msuthukazi
    A large number of previously disadvantaged students depend on financial assistance from the government, to cover education-related expenses, for the duration of their studies. Financial assistance for students, at higher learning institutions comes in the form of loans, sponsorships, or bursaries. The ultimate aim of these resources is to address the financial burden so that a strong focus on academic performance goes unhindered. This research aims to investigate the financial assistance programme, particularly its implementation, and challenges for students studying at a previously disadvantaged university. The study basically sought to solicit the perception of students about the impact and value National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) assistance adds to their (students) experience at a previously disadvantaged university. A qualitative approach was used to solicit information on students’ perspectives, regarding the phenomenon of the study. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with students for the collection of data. The results of the interviews revealed that the change in the NSFAS system had an impact on student’s life, academically and financially. Findings that came out of the research obtained that the (a) NSFAS system change from decentralised to centralised was to have a direct approach from donor to recipient, but other challenges arose from this process (b) the NSFAS grant and the scheme requirements differed, as these were tightened to rather unintentionally frustrate the students, making the NSFAS aspirations, undesirable (c) NSFAS being placed under administration to ensure the effective management of the scheme, added to numerous challenges (d) as such, students expressed their dissatisfaction with the ill-considered management of the funding scheme as the outcome of it was hardly realised. It would be best to closely examine NSFAS programmes and their impact