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{"title":"Financial Management in Public Secondary Schools, Arumeru District, Tanzania: An Econometric Case Study","authors":"Wilson Daniel John","doi":"10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i7842","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i7842","url":null,"abstract":"The main purpose of this study was to investigate the skills of heads of schools in managing unit costs for financing students in public secondary schools in the Arumeru District Council. Effective financial management is critical for optimizing the limited resources available to public schools, and the competence of school heads in handling unit costs plays a pivotal role in this regard. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews with school heads, teachers, and district education officers. A sample size of 30 heads of secondary schools, 60 secondary school teachers, and 1 district education officers were used in this research. The findings reveal that while some heads of schools demonstrate proficient financial management skills, others lack the necessary expertise, leading to inefficiencies in resource allocation and utilization. Also the study revealed that the head of schools are involved in the process of making budge.  However the key factors influencing their financial management skills include professional training, experience, and support from district education authorities. The study underscores the need for targeted professional development programs to enhance the financial management capabilities of school heads. Recommendations include the implementation of continuous training workshops, peer learning opportunities, and stronger support mechanisms from the district education offices. By improving the financial management skills of school heads, public secondary schools in the Tanzania can better allocate resources, thereby enhancing educational outcomes and ensuring sustainable funding mechanisms.","PeriodicalId":162253,"journal":{"name":"South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics","volume":"19 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141342866","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Socio-economic Factors Influencing Migrant Labourers in Western Regions of Tanzania: Evidence from Kibondo District, Kigoma Region, Tanzania","authors":"Lemmy Doreen Nhende, Tumaini Rwela, Yohana James Mgale","doi":"10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i7841","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i7841","url":null,"abstract":"This study examines the socio-economic factors influencing migrant labourers in Kibondo District, Kigoma Region. The research focuses on exploring their interactions, conflicts, economic relationships, consumer behaviour, skill development, and the socio-economic conditions in both their places of origin and destination. The study specifically investigates male migrants from Burundi with limited education who migrate to Kibondo in search of political stability, job opportunities, and higher wages. A snowball sampling is adopted to recruit 196 respondents to participate in the study. Findings show that the push-pull factors driving migration in the study area are resource endowment, societal status aspirations, job prospects, and economic opportunities in their places of origin. The study identifies various challenges faced by these migrants during their early employment stages, including late wages, health problems, verbal abuse, and wage disputes. Moreover, the research highlights the economic ties maintained by migrants with employers, neighbours, and fellow migrants while noting their limited interaction with the host community. For the post-migration, the study reveals that migrant workers experience increased economic empowerment, manage family expenses, support children’s education, alleviate poverty, and acquire financial skills. However, regular savings pose a challenge. The study underscores the importance of different stakeholder support for the migrants through education and skill development programs, gender-specific support interventions, financial inclusion and literacy, social support networks, diversification of economic opportunities, and policy interventions.","PeriodicalId":162253,"journal":{"name":"South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics","volume":"15 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141341813","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"The Impact of Digital Technology Adoption in Food Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises: A Case Study of Borobudur Area in Indonesia","authors":"S. S. Wachyuni, T. K. Priyambodo, Ramon Hurdawaty, Dewi Ayu Kusumaningrum","doi":"10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i7840","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i7840","url":null,"abstract":"Aim: To investigate the awareness of using digital technology in Food MSMEs and understand its benefits. \u0000Study Design:  This research uses a quantitative approach with hypothesis testing. \u0000Place and Duration of Study: The research location is in the Borobudur area, Borobudur District, Magelang Regency, Central Java, one of Indonesia's priority tourist destinations. The duration of the research study is approximately 6 months, from June to December 2023. \u0000Methodology: This study's dependent or bound variable (Y) is Food MSME's Scaling Up in the Borobudur area. Independent or independent variables (X) are Asset Efficiency (X1), Lower Cost (X2), Quality (X3), and Safety & Sustainability (X4). Data collection was done through surveys, questionnaires, and structured observations. The number of respondents in this study was 145 respondents of local food MSMEs are in the Borobudur area, Borobudur District, Magelang Regency, Central Java. Data is tested with the Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Model (PLS-SEM) using SmartPLS version 3. \u0000Results: The results obtained in terms of quality (QT), lower cost (LC), safety, and Sustainability (SAS) were found to have a significant impact on food MSME's scaling up (FMS). However, asset efficiency (AE) was found to have no significant impact on food MSME scaling up (FMS). This research can contribute valuable insights to guide policymakers, industry stakeholders, and MSMEs toward more effective technology adoption strategies that drive growth and resilience in an increasingly digital business landscape. \u0000Conclusion: Quality (QT), Lower Cost (LC), Safety And Sustainability (SAS) were found to have a significant impact on food MSME's scaling up (FMS). However, asset efficiency (AE) was found to have no significant impact on food MSME's scaling up (FMS). Overcoming challenges associated with digital adoption is crucial for these businesses to thrive in a rapidly evolving business landscape.","PeriodicalId":162253,"journal":{"name":"South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics","volume":"11 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141354880","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Exploring the Dynamics of Housing Demand Preferences in Ilorin, Nigeria","authors":"C. T. Muoneke","doi":"10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i6838","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i6838","url":null,"abstract":"This study investigates housing demand preferences in Ilorin, one of Nigeria's rapidly growing metropolises. Ilorin presents a unique case for urban housing analysis, covering an area of approximately 100 km² and situated between the densely populated southwest and the sparsely populated middle belt. Using a mixed-method approach, data were collected through a survey of 494 individuals, document analysis, and field observations. Respondents were selected using a stratified random sampling technique, ensuring representation from Ilorin East, Ilorin South, and Ilorin West. The survey focused on socioeconomic and demographic characteristics, housing types, income levels, and ownership statuses. The findings reveal that most respondents live in family compounds (42.4%), followed by those in 3-bedroom flats (16.8%) and single-room accommodations (14.2%). Income distribution is varied, with 25.3% of respondents earning above N80,000 monthly. Most respondents (65.9%) are homeowners, while 33.9% are tenants. The socioeconomic analysis shows that respondents generally have a moderate educational background and have resided in Ilorin for an average of 5.36 years. The mean age, marital status, and employment status suggest middle ranges within their respective categories. The study highlights the significant impact of income levels, employment opportunities, and access to credit on housing preferences. Urbanization and poverty are identified as critical factors driving the demand for housing, as people migrate from rural areas to urban centers in search of better opportunities, leading to increased congestion and housing deficits in cities. Infrastructure development, such as transportation networks and public services, significantly influences housing choices, emphasizing the need for strategic urban planning. This research underscores the importance of                       government policies related to land tenure, housing finance, and urban planning in shaping housing demand.","PeriodicalId":162253,"journal":{"name":"South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics","volume":" 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141371587","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Econometric Study Using IMF’s Database: Testing Transmission of USA’s Monetary Policy to Ghana and Nigeria","authors":"Suhaibu, Iddrisu, Mustapha Abdul-Aziz","doi":"10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i6839","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i6839","url":null,"abstract":"This paper argues that the expansionary U.S. monetary policy drive following the post Covid-19 economic crises generated spillover effect on Ghanaian and Nigerian economies resulting in macroeconomic turbulence. The hypothesis is tested using OLS estimation in a Bayesian VAR model with Litterman/Minnesota prior probabilities of 0.1 assigned to the autoregressive parameters, prior to which the time series properties of the data were investigated. The study thus examines U.S. monetary policy spillovers on monetary policy conduct in Ghana and Nigeria, and the results show that overall, Fed’s unconventional monetary policy shocks positively impact domestic monetary policy rate, interest rate spread and GDP growth rate but negatively impact inflation in both countries. This suggests that emerging economies respond to shocks from the advanced world. The study thus, recommends that governments of emerging countries should design policies to moderate negative monetary spillovers from advanced countries, while harnessing benefits of positive spillovers. This study contributes to literature by identifying term spread, which reflects Fed’s policy shift from short-term interest rates manipulation to large asset purchase and policy announcements as the measure of unconventional monetary policy shocks, which dominated monetary policy conduct in U.S. over the study period.","PeriodicalId":162253,"journal":{"name":"South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics","volume":" 15","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141372750","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Pounding Nature into Profit with Sustainable Techniques for Crafting High-value Eco-print Products","authors":"Vinza Hedi Satria, Ahmad Baihaqy, Nur Fatimatuz Zuhroh, Nur Laily, Yahya","doi":"10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i6836","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i6836","url":null,"abstract":"This study aims to provide a descriptive overview of the Eco-Print training conducted in Yosowilangun Village as part of the Community Empowerment Programs. The training, emphasizing the Eco-Print Pounding Technique, seeks to empower residents for livelihood creation through the sale of market-valued Eco-Print fabric. The training consists of three phase: First, preliminary meeting, main training event and evaluation meeting. Preliminary meeting is conducted to plan the preparation for the main training event, the Eco-print pounding technique training. While the evaluation meeting was conducted to evaluate the success of the event. Results indicate a comprehensive grasp of eco-printing concepts among participants. Through evaluation, the program also established communication through social networking service (SNS) groups as media for the participant to communicate. Despite concerns about physical exertion during the production phase, participants expressed a willingness to create eco-prints independently. Future strategies, discussed in dedicated meetings, prioritize enhancing participants' eco-print knowledge. Ultimately, this training equips Family Welfare Movement members for income generation and potential SME development, aligning with the eco-friendly of Eco-Print production.","PeriodicalId":162253,"journal":{"name":"South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics","volume":"3 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141267151","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Examining the Impact of Family-based Anti-corruption Character Education on Adolescent Attitudes: A Case Study of SMA Negeri 12 Makassar","authors":"Ali Hanafi","doi":"10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i6837","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i6837","url":null,"abstract":"Family is a primary factor in shaping children's character, including their stance against corruption. Permissive family attitudes towards corrupt behavior may normalize such behavior in children. This study aims to analyze the effect of anti-corruption character education within the family on the anti-corruption attitudes of adolescents at SMA Negeri 12 Makassar. Using a quantitative survey approach, the study involved 200 students from grades X and XI. Data were analyzed using the Pearson Product Moment test, revealing a correlation coefficient of 0.398 and a t-value of 6.214, both indicating a significant positive relationship. The determination test showed that 14.8% of the variance in adolescent anti-corruption character is explained by family education, while 85.2% is influenced by other factors. These findings underscore the crucial role of family in fostering anti-corruption values and suggest that enhancing family-based educational strategies could further strengthen anti-corruption character in youth.","PeriodicalId":162253,"journal":{"name":"South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics","volume":"1 2","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-06-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141266093","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Study on the Constraints and Practical Knowledge for Intensive Dairy Cattle Farming in Mongolia","authors":"Baasan Uyanga, Yanhua Wang","doi":"10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i6831","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i6831","url":null,"abstract":"The given text highlights the importance of managing the intensive farming of Mongolian dairy cattle effectively to improve the quality of dairy products and promote the livestock industry's comprehensive development. The livestock industry is a crucial pillar of Mongolia's economy, contributing about 12% to the annual GDP. However, Mongolia's dairy industry has not been fully developed, and there has been a significant increase in the quality and demand for dairy products in recent years due to urbanization. The text also discusses the challenges faced by Mongolian livestock farming, such as the extensive farming practices, harsh winters, and lack of management and planning. The author suggests standardizing the standards for large-scale ranch management operations and practical operations of modern ranch management systems to enhance the livestock industry's intensification, scaling, organization, socialization, and industrialization. The text also highlights the need to improve the management level of breeders, plan the construction of breeding farms rationally, strengthen the inspection efforts of relevant departments, and enhance technical research to address the problems existing in intensive management. Overall, the text provides a comprehensive study on developing the livestock industry and promoting the healthy and sustainable development of the livestock economy.","PeriodicalId":162253,"journal":{"name":"South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics","volume":"31 8","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140969153","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Socio Economic Study of Toukoudi Millet Technology in Niger, Africa","authors":"Yahoussa Gambo, Siddo Seyni, Boubacar Seydou Ramatou, Saley Kaka","doi":"10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i6830","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i6830","url":null,"abstract":"Background: The study was carried out at the level of the municipalities of intervention of the REDSAACC (Research and Development Project for Food Security and Adaptation to Climate Change) project in the Zinder region.\u0000Materials and Methods: The data was collected on a restructured questionnaire including socio-cultural, technological and economic questions. The study took place in the form of an interview based on a questionnaire and observation of the actors at work. The study was carried out at the level of the municipalities of intervention of the REDSAACC (Research and Development Project for Food Security and Adaptation to Climate Change) project in the Zinder region.","PeriodicalId":162253,"journal":{"name":"South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics","volume":"113 50","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140987877","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

{"title":"Effects of Urban Growth and Urbanization on the Social Environment: Case Study Old and Modern Cities of Yemen","authors":"Nihro Nouh Ibrahim Abdalla, Saleem Elzain Alhassan","doi":"10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i6829","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.9734/sajsse/2024/v21i6829","url":null,"abstract":"Aim: This research was designed to study the effects of urban growth and urbanization on the social environment (Study of the state of growth and social changes in the old and modern cities of Yemen an example). \u0000Background: Yemenis have a rich history of urban centers, which have played a crucial role in trade, crafts, industries, and science. These cities have become distinct areas of cultural development, economic polarization, and cultural radiation. They are considered crucibles for social culturalintegration, nurseries for political growth, and areas for the development of national consciousness. The history of Yemen's cities and urban centers demonstrates the close link between trade, delivery routes, political governance centers, and city growth and development. Some Yemeni historical cities have played a vital role before Islam as political capitals, educators, and seaports. Cities have emerged as a result of the desire to coexist and achieve stability, reflecting spiritual, material, social, and political conditions. The growth of cities and architecture is a reflection of these changes. \u0000Methodology: The physical changes in the Republic of Yemen and the identification of the city of Aden were studied by reviewing the studies that monitored these changes and their social, economic and population effects. The study relied on secondary data in the first place. \u0000Conclusion: Yemen's population growth rate in 2004 was low at 3.01%, but it remains high due to economic and social developments and changes demographic factors such as fertility, mortality, and migration the growth rate was decreased at 2.20%. The 2004 General Population and Housing Census revealed that the resident population is spread across various governorates, with Ta'izz, Hodeidah, and Ibb having the highest proportions. The General Census of Population and Establishments revealed changes in the relative weight of the provincial population between the 1994 and 2004 censuses, with some governorates experiencing an increase in population relative to the population, while others experienced a decrease. The annual growth rate of the resident population was 3.0%, and the proportion of the young age group increased from 46.2% in 1994 to 51.5% in 2004. The gender ratio in Yemen is 104, with some governorates having a higher proportion of species due to urbanization (male than more than female), employment opportunities, or male labor migration. The Central Statistical Agency predicts that population growth will remain high over the next 20 years, with a natural increase rate of 3.01%. The proportion of married people in the population is higher for both sexes, possibly due to increased living costs and lack of adequate housing.","PeriodicalId":162253,"journal":{"name":"South Asian Journal of Social Studies and Economics","volume":" 3","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2024-05-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140990731","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}