Volume 11, Issue 2, February 2023 Edition - GSJ Journal Publication

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FACTORS INFLUENCING THE USE OF NATURAL DYES: A CASE OF THREE SELECTED SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN SOLWEZI DISTRICT OF NORTH-WESTERN PROVINCE []


Many of us have our favorite colors and often prefer wearing clothes of that particular color. Though the colors that we are fascinated with over a long period of time are in one way or another connected to our personality type, our strengths and weaknesses, as well as our potential in life. But wearing your selective styles of garments in synthetic dyes and natural color dyes is a different experience altogether. Color performance on textiles is affected by many factors. Pad dyeing of different cotton fabrics with vat dyes was carried out, and principal component analysis was used to analyze the comprehensive properties of fabrics. According to the factor weight, the main factors affecting the dyeing effect were obtained, and a mathematical regression model between the comprehensive values of fabric properties and the dyeing effect was established. The results showed that with the increase of dye concentration, the apparent shade depth of the fabric increased correspondingly. The purpose of this study was to determine or investigate the factors influencing the use of natural dyes in three selected secondary schools of Solwezi district. The main objective in this study was to investigate the factors influencing the use of natural dyes in selected secondary schools of Solwezi district. The study was confined within three (3) random sampled secondary schools in Solwezi district of North-Western province, in which a total of 60 teachers and learners were selected at random. Keys words: Factors, Influencing, Dyes, Dyeing, Natural, Perception, Use, and Textile.

Understanding the Use of ESG Information among Asian Investors: A Study on the Integration of ESG Factors in Investment Decision-Making in Asia" []


Aim: the main purpose of the study was to conduct a survey of the investor from the different stock markets of Asia and try to develop the idea that how and why investor uses ESG information. ESG is “environmental, “social” and “governess” information is nonfinancial information reported in the financial reports according to sustainable accounting standards Methodology The study used a survey methodology for incorporating the finding of different investors. The study adopted a questionnaire from the study of Zadeh & Serafeim (2018). A total of 60 respondents participated in the study. Findings: The finding of the study is that investor is increasingly seeing the pivotal role of the non-financial information in the financial reports. They also consider the non-financial information as a key factor for the investment decision because of the regulations to comply with ESG information that can help them avoid the risk. However, most of the investors from Asia believe that the ESG information reported is inconsistent, unavailable, and not verified.

SWOT analysis and fraud risks of the financial practice of public health organizations: case of the General Reference Hospital of N'djili in 2021. []


The practices and procedures that govern an organization's finance function are, for the most part, defined in each organization's procedures manual or in a country's public finance law. These practices and procedures can, at any time, be audited or evaluated, in order to assess the level of compliance with established standards and to verify conformity with the changing environment. It is within the constructivist paradigm of social science that this study finds its object to critically analyze compliance with financial risk management practices and procedures in a public health institution, using the methods of strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) analysis and the documentary method. During the year 2021, the N'djili RGH realized revenues of 1,375,065,095 CFA francs (or 696,727.86 CFA francs at a rate of $1 = 1973.60). These funds financed the hospital's expenses for the year 2021, i.e., a total of 1,375,102,590 FC (i.e., 696,746.86 USD). The collection rate, which shows the situation of revenue mobilization that finances expenditures, is 99% due to the negative gap of about 37,000 FC for the benefit of expenditures. The reference for the collection rate is 1 (100%). The 99% rate shows that the revenues of the N'djili RGH do not fully finance expenditures. The N'djili RGH in 2021 worked in deficit. The management of public finances within this organization presents weaknesses and threats that are very sensitive to the proper functioning of the services and have an impact on the care of patients. The threats of embezzlement, evasion of funds, falsification, and loss of accounting documents. The analysis of financial risks showed that the public finances of the RGH of N'djili are exposed to a high risk of fraud (66%). Key words: Analysis, SWOT, Financial practice, Fraud risk.

The (in) adequacies of the UN in providing human security guidelines and norms. Case study of the MONUSCO in the Democratic Republic of Congo. []


This paper identifies a number of problematic issues emanating from the MONUSCO’s interventions in providing sustainable peace and human security in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). This brings a variety of debates, on the adequacies and the inadequacies of the MONUSCO in terms of its mandates for promoting sustainable peace and human security in the war zones in the DRC. The paper is mainly subdivided into four major areas: the first being the birth and tasks of the MONUSCO, the second the understanding of the challenges faced by the United Nations peacekeeping missions’ world over. The third area is the Human security versus State security and the fourth is the Contradiction and Incompatibility of the ‘normative framework’ for peace operations by the MONUSCO in the DRC. This essay is based on a desk paper work. The findings highlight the achievements and challenges being faced by the MONUSCO in its mission in the DRC. These findings prompted the author to suggest the integrated peacebuilding: Baker and Scheye’s multi-layered security and justice approaches as model to be adopted for peace and human security to prevail in the Eastern part of the DRC.

SOCIAL STUDY OF FARMING COMMUNITIES IMPACT OF THE CONSERVATION FLOOD MANAGEMENT IN SELECTED RIVER BASINS (FMSRB) PROGRAM IN SERANG DISTRICT []


Floods are often a very crucial problem for humans all over the world from the past, present and in the future. The flood and erosion occurred in Serang Regency, Banten Province, namely in the Cidanau-Ciujung-Cidurian watershed (3C). This condition has an impact on the social conditions of society, especially endangering the agricultural sector. the Indonesian government is trying to jointly tackle flooding and erosion in the watershed (3C) through the Flood Management in Selected River Basins (FMSRB) program, which is flood management in selected watersheds. The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of flood management in selected river basins (FMSRB) on social changes in farming communities in Serang district. The type of research used is explanatory descriptive with the analytical method used in this research is the Multidimensional Scaling (MDS). Based on the results of the research conducted, it was found that the FMSRB program had a positive effect on social change in the farming community in Serang Regency. The results of multidimensional scaling (MDS) analysis obtained an output value of -stress 0.011 which was concluded to have relatively good results. most of the respondents answered elements of community empowerment, this shows that the FMSRB Conservation program is able to increase community empowerment. Community empowerment in question is that with the FMSRB, the frequency of community social activities increases such as community participation in mutual cooperation, the frequency of deliberations,

Composition and Occurrence of Zooplankton from University of Mandalay Campus, Mahaaungmyay Township, Mandalay Region, Myanmar []


Zooplankton plays a central position in the pelagic food web, transferring carbon and energy from primary producers to higher trophic levels, and potentially suppressing the abundance of phytoplankton. The composition and occurrence of zooplankton from the pond in front of Main Building of University of Mandalay Campus, Mahaaungmyay Township, Mandalay Region were investigated. A total of 15 genera and 28 species was observed. The highest number of individuals was recorded in April and the lowest in March while the highest number of species, Polyarthra vulgaris was recorded and the lowest number of species, Lepatella triba was observed. The highest composition of zooplankton species was recorded in order Ploima (82%) and the lowest in Flosculariacea and Bdelloida (3.5% each). It can be concluded that zooplankton was necessary for feeding of fish culture pond to achieve a suitable growth and better quality of fish. Zooplankton involved a vital role on live food for aquaculture.

Knowledge and Practice of Preconception Care and Counseling among Women of Childbearing Age in Dadin Kowa Comprehensive Health Center []


The death rate of infants in Nigeria is high despite the advanced level of health care available (Dhakal, 2015). The mortality rate in Nigeria is 74.2 deaths per 1000 live birth in the year 2019 (Pleacher, 2019). There has been an increasing recognition that a woman's health status, lifestyle and history prior to conception strongly influence the achievement of health pregnancy outcome (Dean, 2017). Once pregnancy is confirmed intervention which could have influence pregnancy outcome are either lost or ineffective (Bhutha, 2016). The study aimed at assessing the level of knowledge of preconception care and counseling among women of child bearing age, to determine the level of practice of preconception care and counseling before conception, to identify factors that hinder access to preconception care and counseling among women of child bearing age in Dadin Kowa Comprehensive Health Center, Jos. Furthermore, non-experimental descriptive research design aimed at finding out the Knowledge and Practice of Preconception Care among Women of Childbearing Age in Dadin Kowa Comprehensive Health Center Jos. The sampling technique that was adopted is non-probability sampling technique with 215 sample size. Using the convenient method of sampling, In conclusion, this study revealed that women of child bearing age in Dadin Kowa Comprehensive Health Center in Jos have moderate level knowledge of preconception care and counseling; despite the moderate knowledge of preconception care there is low level of practice due to some factors identified. Hence, the needs for nursing administrators to collaborate with government and non-governmental organization to create awareness of preconception care to all women of child bearing age. Nurses should organize community sensitization in order to creating awareness of preconception care to the women of child bearing age.

THE IMPACT OF CAREER ADAPTABILITY ON JOB CONTENTMENT, WITH MEDIATING ROLE OF ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT AND MODERATING EFFECT OF SELF-EFFICACY []


The main goal of this study is to determine how Career Adaptability affects Job Contentment. Career Adaptability has a significant effect on Job Contentment, according to literature on the topic. It was also looked into how self-efficacy acted as a moderator and how organizational support acted as a mediator. 200 employees in the automobile sector provided information via online questionnaire. Using SPSS version 20, correlation and regression analysis is done to evaluate the hypothesis. The statistical study revealed a substantial positive association between self-efficacy and job contentment as well as a significant positive relationship between career adaptability and job contentment. The study's findings suggest that organizational support completely mediates the link between career adaptability and job contentment.

EXPERIENCES OF SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOLS SPORTS PROGRAM: BASIS FOR SCHOOLS SPORTS ENHANCEMENT []


Abstract: Sports are beneficial to the body's health and are incorporated into the core curriculum for this reason. This study conducted in four municipalities of Sorsogon province in the Bicol region gathered information on the experiences of secondary school teachers in the implementation of school sports programs. It also included teachers' responses to the sports program implementation in their respective schools, including the challenges encountered This qualitative study conducted in four municipalities of Sorsogon province in the Bicol region gathered information on the experiences of secondary school teachers in the implementation of school sports programs. The researcher used a questionnaire, FGD, and observation to obtain information about the sports program policy and curriculum in schools. The findings were that sports coaches were implementing the policy and curriculum, all enrolled students were evaluated to be players, regular classes and training, mentoring, monitoring, evaluation, fundraising, and other responsibilities of a coach were regularly done in or out of school, and challenges were encountered due to lack of funds, lack of sports equipment, no proper venue for training, and a lack of training time for the players. Continuous monitoring and evaluation are necessary to reach the goal of the program, and there is a need to enhance the Sports Program for implementation. The researcher found that sports coaches are dedicated and enthusiastic about carrying out their responsibilities, but there is a need for support to finance the training, equipment, venue of the training, and other expenses. Reinforcement activities for coaches must be conducted on regular basis, recognition for best sports implementers must be part of the implementation of the Civil Service PRAISE program, and an enhanced Sports Program must be developed to functionally improve its delivery. Keywords: Sports Program, Sports Coaches, Physical Education

TRANSFORMATION OF OAG (Office Automation Group) THROUGH COMPOSED DIGITAL PRINTING MODEL []


Mr. Tahir Saeed Butt, the chief executive officer of the OAG (Office Automation Group), a company that is the sole distributor of Konica Minolta printing press products and solution provider of digital printing press and other print jobs to the other print shops, was stressed to expand its services and sales in crucial times, especially during the Covid19 pandemic. The company's sales and services were affected badly as Covid19 pandemic gave the much tough time, not only in Pakistan but throughout the globe. It affected the sales and services of OAG and it became difficult for the company to maintain its market reputation, revenue generation and sales. The sales and reputation was reduced due to these technological, intercompany, market situation and pandemic challenges. Mr. Tahir pays close attention towards the issues and came up with the solutions and team of HR professionals to keenly analyze the issues and give knowledgeable suggestions and decisions that need to be implemented on right time. The performance of sales team, collaboration with marketing professionals and other departments of OAG, installation of Hi-Tech printing press devices and decision to give training to employees to boost their skills are the key factors to rise again in the target market. Mr. Tahir, the CEO of the OAG, comprehend the need of the hour and take necessary steps and executes the decisions to prevent the declining reputation and reviving the sales and prestige of the OAG.

Enhancing students` interest in engineering education by teaching Leybold-based projects []


Laboratory practice plays an essential role in engineering and technology education. However, with diminishing resources, teaching and learning of engineering courses become harder and it is progressively becoming difficult to teach basic engineering courses effectively. Moreover, studying only theoretical part is not enough for understanding. As a result, students cannot fully comprehend the topic. To overcome these challenges, a Leybold based teaching approach has been developed to enhance students’ learning outcomes. In this work, we work with Digital Technology 1 board by Leybold company for conducting laboratory assignments. It was designed for training in various fields of electrical engineering and electronics in order to learn a fundamental concept of digital technologies. The proposed laboratory assignments prepared in easy to hard order and they aim at learning the working principles of logic gates, half adder and full adder. In doing so, both enhancement of students’ interest and pedagogical aspects of Leybold based teaching were taken into account.

THE YOUTH SUSCEPTIBILITY TO RADICALIZATION AND VIOLENT EXTREMISM IN TAWI-TAWI []


This study aims to examine how susceptible are the youths in Tawi Tawi to radicalization and violent extremism by assessing how they view Islam and identity as a Muslim, and their views on concepts related to radicalization and violent extremism. Specifically, the study would like to verify on the range of factors at different levels (micro, meso and macro) and stages (individual, social and global/national) that pull and push the youths into falling prey to violent extremism. The research employs a descriptive study design, with a mix of both quantitative and qualitative data collection techniques. The quantitative approach gathers information on the following: (a) a brief socio-demographic profile of the Muslim youth respondents, (b) their views on Islam and identity as a Muslim and the sources (c) levels of knowledge, beliefs and supportive ideas on the concept of radicalization and VE and the (d) identification of the given sets of numerous factors at different levels of influence posing the risk of susceptibility toward radicalization and VE.The understanding of the youth in the concept of radicalism will affect the performance and response towards recruitment of radical groups. Since the majority of the youth considered it as negative it can be concluded that there are higher chances that they will not join upon recruitment. Therefore, proper education information about it is helpful in empowering the youth. Keywords: Youth Susceptibility, Radicalization, Violent Extremism, Tawi- Tawi

Factors Contributing to FL Anxiety []


Admittedly, a number of linguistic and environmental factors are in every respect responsible for the hurdles learners encounter in learning a foreign language. It was observed by linguists and educators EFL learners' speaking skill is affected by some linguistic components of language like phonology, syntax, vocabulary, and semantics and psychological factors such as motivation and personality. Phonology is a difficult aspect of language learning for EFL learners. Many language learners find it difficult to express themselves in spoken language. They are generally facing problems to use the foreign language to express their thoughts effectively. They stop talking because they face psychological obstacles or cannot find the suitable words and expressions. The modern world of media and mass communication requires good knowledge of spoken English. This study is carried out with the intention of helping classroom practitioners to handle their students with such psychological ailments effectively. Keywords: linguistic environmental hurdles express mass media

Fourth Year Sudanese University Students’ Attitudes towards ESP Courses in Three Colleges at University of Bahri []


This study aims at investigating fourth year Sudanese university students’ attitudes towards learning English for Specific Purpose Courses in three colleges at University of Bahri. Students study English for Specific Purpose courses as a part of their study to obtain the undergraduate degree. The research has adopted a qualitative research approach. A structured-group interview is used as a tool for data collection. The total number of the study population is (45). The random-sample of this research is (6) students who represent 10% of the population. The data has been analyzed qualitatively and thematically. Some results revealed that the learners have negative attitudes towards the English for Specific Purpose courses, and they are not interested attending the lectures due to namely: English for Specific Purpose course textbook content , the large classes, lecture time and their low level of English. Key words: Attitudes, ESP Courses, University Level ‎المستخلص: ‎هدفت هذه الدراسة لتقصي اتجاهات طلاب السنة الرابعة الجامعيين السودانيين حول تعلم كورسات اللغة الإنجليزية للأغراض الخاصة في ثلاث كليات بجامعة بحري.حيث يدرس الطلاب كورسات اللغة الإنجليزية للأغراض الخاصة كجزء من دراستهم للحصول على الدرجة الجامعية. اعتمد البحث نهج البحث النوعي. تم استخدام مقابلة –محكمه كاداة لجمع البيانات. علما بأن اجمالي عدد مجتمع الدراسة (54). ضمن عينة البحث العشوائيه (6) طلاب يمثلون نسبة 01٪ من مجتمع الدراسة. تم تحليل البيانات نوعيا وموضوعيا. اظهرت الدراسة بعض النتائج التي توصلت اليها: لدى المتعلمين مواقف سلبية تجاه كورسات اللغة الإنجليزية للأغراض الخاصة، لا يهتم المتعلمين بحضور المحاضرات بسبب: محتوى كتاب مقرر اللغة الإنجليزية للأغراض الخاصة ، والفصول المزدحمه بالطلاب ، ووقت ‎المحاضرة وضعف مستوى اللغة الإنجليزية لديهم. الكلمات المفتاحية: الاتجاهات ، كورسات اللغة الانجليزية للاغراض الخاصة ، المستوى الجامعي

INTERNAL AUDIT - IMPLEMENTATION, NEED AND BENEFITS IN REPUBLIC OF NORTH MACEDONIA []


The initial beginnings of the development of internal auditing date back to Babylon, where the operations of those who handled money and monetary values were overseen. The existence of a boarding audit at that time is evidenced by the evidence that tax revenues were recorded by two persons: one person was an executor, and the other was a recorder and controller of the collected - collected taxes. During the XVI, XVII and the first decades of the XVIII century the internal audit developed, although at a slower pace in other countries in the world such as: USA, Germany, Spain, Austria, Canada, France and others. Given that there are different theoretical views on the term internal audit, here is emphasized the fact that the development of the economy, the change of the company organizational structure (segmentation of business and profit centers), the increase in the number of owners of capital (the emergence of share capital), as well as the development of management with all its responsibility for the operation of business entities, etc. conditioned the appearance of the audit in the business entities themselves - i.e. the internal one audit. The existence of the internal audit is regulated by the Law on Trade Companies in the Republic of Macedonia and by certain statutory and other provisions adopted in the company itself. This means that the internal audit is a result of the need of business entities for more efficient control and more efficient operation and has legal basis for large joint stock companies - entities listed on the stock exchange, entities with special reporting obligations, financial institutions (banking and insurance) and the public sector (state institutions and enterprises in which the state is the dominant owner). Keywords: internal audit, tax revenues, control, financial institutions, public sector

Effect Of CRM Dimension on Manufacturing SMEs Of Pakistan: The Moderating Effect of Human Capital []


The current study examines the connection between Pakistan's manufacturing small and medium companies (SMEs), CRM dimensions, and human capital. This study has used a qualitative approach in order to look into how the CRM factor affects SMEs' performance and how human capital acts as a moderator. This study has used PLS-SEM analysis in order to test the hypothesis. From the current study, the researcher found that all CRM dimensions play a big role in relationship with SMEs performance and also moderating effect of human capital have a significant relationship except kye customer focus in both direct and indirect relationship. This is the first study in Pakistan that focus on CRM and SMEs performance relationship with moderating effect of human capital. This study will help management to take corrective measures to increase customer loyalty as well as revenue. It will also help in improving current products and customer service for the future.

Evaluating the effects of Biochar and decomposed Poultry Manure on Soil chemical properties, Growth and Yield of Amaranthus (Amaranthus cuentus) in Ebonyi State []


A Greenhouse trial was conducted in Research farm of Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic to investigate the effects of composted poultry manure and biochar on soil chemical properties, growth and yield of Amaranthus. Treatments consisted of three rates (0, 1 and 2 tonha-1) composted poultry manure (PM) and three rates (0, 1 and 2tonha-1) biochar (BC). The experiment was laid out in a Complete Randomized Design in a factorial pattern with three replications. Results showed that both the mineralized poultry manure and biochar at all rates, relative to control significantly improved the soil nutrient properties studied. Similarly, significant increase (P< 0.05) on growth and yield parameters of amaranthus were observed. Treatment combination of 2tonha-1 PM and 2tonha-1 BC gave the most appreciable increase in both soil nutrient parameters and plant yield and it is therefore recommended for optimum and sustained Amaranthus production in the study area.

IMPACT OF LEADERSHIP IN THE CONTEXT OF ORGANIZATIONAL LEARN-ING AND FORGETTING IN GOVERNMENT UNIVERSITIES OF PAKISTAN []


Technology based learning and forgetting stay with the rules set by the learning organization. Organizational learning can be affected by various factors and these factors may result in different ways. In this paper the impact of leadership was assessed in the context of organizational learning and forgetting. A quantitative ap-proach was adopted to figure out the objectives of this study. In this method we have used 5-likert scale ap-proach through which we have collected data from 300 respondents of public sector universities registered with the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan. This research provides a thorough view about learn-ing and forgetting factors of organization by considering the role of both transformational and transactional leadership. The outcomes indicate that organizational leadership (transformational and transactional) play an important role in organizational learning and forgetting, although transformational leadership style has a strong impact on organizational learning as compare to organizational forgetting. Future recommendation is this study is to explore more leadership attributes in context of organizational learning and forgetting. All-inclusive this paper offers new understanding about how different leadership style is helping an organization in learning new things and forgetting unwanted data by adding socio cognitive theories in prior knowledge.

FEMALE MEDICAL STUDENTS′ AWARENESS, ATTITUDES AND KNOWLEDGE ABOUT EARLY RECOGNITION OF BREAST CANCER IN JASU []


BACKGROUND Breast cancer is the principal cause of cancer death among woman worldwide. In recent years, the incidence of BC has been increasing, and most cases are diagnosed at late stages, making treatment more difficult. More and better early detection could help more women to survive. Female students in the medical field can have a positive impact on the attitudes, beliefs and practices of general public. Therefore, it is important that the female medical students themselves have adequate knowledge and positive attitudes. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to identify the current knowledge, attitude and awareness about early detection of BC among the female students in JASU. METHODS A cross sectional study was carried in a group of female medical students in Jasu to determine the attitude, awareness and knowledge about early recognition of breast cancer among female students. The study area contained students from the background of medical sciences. The researcher used descriptive research design. We collected the data from different literature reviews from different articles. Data was recorded and entered in the software using SPSS version 26 per analysis. RESULTS About 70% of the respondents had overall knowledge and awareness whereas 50% had partial knowledge and awareness towards early detection of breast cancer. Awareness of BC was associated with social media, family history of BC and socio-economic status. About 50% had fear of hospitals due to lack of awareness. More than 70% of the respondent's were having positive attitude regarding early detection of breast cancer. Keywords Breast cancer ,BSC, Knowledge and Practice, risk factors

IMPACT OF INDIVIDUAL INVESTMENT BEHAVIOR ON INVESTMENT DECISION AND INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE DIVERSIFY WITH MARKET FACTORS & SATISFACTORY LEVEL OF INVESTMENT IN PAKISTAN STOCK MARKET []


Market variables play a significant moderating function in stock investment decisions and performance. The object of this research is to explore the variables that affect individual Investor’s behavioural in the Karachi stock market while moderating effect of market variables. Analyze the impact of behavioral biases on the Pakistan stock market investing performance and decisions of individual investors. The findings demonstrate that characteristics related to individual investment behaviour have a considerable significant influence on stock investment performance and decision-making for individuals residing in Karachi city. To examine the hypotheses in this study, quantitative methodology and adopted questionnaires survey is utilized to gather information from 250 investors who trade on the Karachi stock market. The proposed hypotheses were tested using Smart PLS 4. This field has a widely researched gap. It aids in finding the behavioural aspects that influence investment performance and decision-making most strongly Researching behavioural traits and how they influence human investment decisions in Karachi might be fascinating. Keywords: Behavioral finance, Behavioral biases, investor’s decisions, Investment performance, Market factor and Satisfaction level.