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Browsing Humanities by Type "Dissertation"
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Van Wyk, Martha Susanna
(University of Pretoria, 1998)
From especially the 1950's, campaigns had been launched by the Afro-Asian nations in
the United Nations for the institution of mandatory sanctions against South Africa. In all
the early campaigns, South Africa had rather ...
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Mendes, Bernardete Chavonga
(University of Pretoria, 2019)
This research investigates the ways in which Angolan ex-combatants of 32 Battalion have
been making a living since the disbandment of the unit in 1993. Moreover, it seeks to
understand the reasons behind the ex-combatants’ ...
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Geyser, Anna Barbara
(University of Pretoria, 2007-01-10)
AFRIKAANS: In die laat tagtigs en vroeë negentigs van hierdie eeu is die res van die Oumran-geskrifte wat ontdek is, openbaar gemaak. Met die gebeurtenis het talle moontlikhede vir die wetenskaplike bestudering van 'n groot ...
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Masiteng, Itumeleng Nonkululeko
(University of Pretoria, 2019)
This research explores the history and dynamics of curation and repatriation of human remains
in South African museums. In this dissertation, I interrogate the role played by colonialism and
apartheid in the acquisition ...
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Van Niekerk, Samantha
(University of Pretoria, 2019)
A dearth in research pertaining to the secondary victimisation of child victims in the criminal justice system (CJS) exists. The study set out to conduct a criminological investigation into the prevalence and nature of ...
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Moerane, Gomolemo Khumo
(University of Pretoria, 2019)
South Africa participated in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) in 2007–2008 and again in 2011–2012 as a non-permanent member within the context of a multipolar global power configuration. It was a global environment ...
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Ndhlovu, Nontando
(University of Pretoria, 2019)
Literature has been increasingly exploring the field of transitional justice, and the significance of transitional justice mechanisms in post-conflict contexts. However, most of the literature neglects the gendered experiences ...
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Mohapi, Boitumelo Joyce
(University of Pretoria, 1997)
An empirical study and a literature review were done to determine the relationship between
lifeskills training needs and students' level of study, and also to determine which are the most
suitable methods of teaching ...
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Rembold, Stefanie
(University of Pretoria, 2018)
This dissertation is an exploration of the social perceptions of childlessness in Hannah’s narrative as presented in 1 Samuel 1. My dissertation begins by conducting a literary analysis of the Hebrew text, focusing on ...
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Williams, Sara Susanna
(University of Pretoria, 2014)
This study explores the implication of complexity theory on our understanding of knowledge before proposing a cognitive shift, to move from a rule-directed business ethics to a more responsive and relational approach to ...
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Camacho, Tanya Chantelle de Sousa
(University of Pretoria, 2014)
Objective: Pulmonary disease is a common cause of morbidity and mortality; however a large number of individuals remain undiagnosed. Reasons for this include the inconsistent use of spirometry and the inability to produce ...
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Ibiayo, Oluwakayode Samson
(University of Pretoria, 2019)
South African composer, Alexander Johnson is a prolific and outstanding figure among
his contemporaries. His numerous works and contributions to South African classical
and indigenous music is worthy of mention. Over the ...
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Coetzee, Jacoba Johanna
(University of Pretoria, 2019)
This study investigates the textual differences between Pseudo-Ezekiel 4Q385 fragments 2 and
3, and 4Q386 fragment 1 column i, in order to determine the possible provenance, authorship
and date of each fragment. The ...
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Visser, Naomi Aletta
(University of Pretoria, 2008-04-24)
Emotions are an essential part of development. There is evidence that young children understand and express emotions through facial expressions. Correct identification and recognition of facial expressions is important to ...
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Smit, Andriana
(University of Pretoria, 2018)
The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) have become more prevalent throughout the world. The widespread availability of antiretrovirals (ARV’s) has now shifted the mindset from ...
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Louria, Sharon
(University of Pretoria, 2007-03-24)
This study undertook to examine factors potentially contributing to a high rate of attrition experienced on the National Higher Diploma in Emergency Medical Care (EMC) at the Witwatersrand Technikon. The sample group ...
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Sepuru, Phuti
(University of Pretoria, 2015)
The study aimed to explore and understand how six South African jazz musicians acquire and practise the skill of jazz improvisation. Formative influences and practice methods were studied with the hope of identifying factors ...
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Maguire, Melissa
(University of Pretoria, 2018)
Festivals, including arts festivals, have a long history of acting as special slices of space and time to commemorate or celebrate cultural occasions (Getz, 2007, p. 11). Getz’ views events and festivals as ‘special places’ ...
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Biehl, James
(University of Pretoria, 2006-02-07)
Employee Assistance Programmes are to be established in all government departments, according to a circular of the director-general of the Department Public Service Administration. According to the head office of SAPS, the ...
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Palmer, Jessica Laura
(University of Pretoria, 2022)
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in worldwide lockdown regulations impacting individuals’ access to, and participation in everyday activities. Individuals with a traumatic brain injury (TBI) face additional barriers to ...