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Université de Neuchâtel

1. Bretzler, Anja Maria. Geogenic arsenic in groundwater of Burkina Faso.

Degree: 2018, Université de Neuchâtel

► Dans les régions sahéliennes semi-arides d’Afrique de l’Ouest, l’eau souterraine des aquifères fracturés permet de satisfaire les besoins en eau potable des populations rurales. Au… (more)

▼ Dans les régions sahéliennes semi-arides d’Afrique de l’Ouest, l’eau souterraine des aquifères fracturés permet de satisfaire les besoins en eau potable des populations rurales. Au nord du Burkina Faso, des études récentes ont montré que l’eau de certains forages contient de l’arsenic (As) à des concentrations supérieures à la norme de 10 μg/L définie par l’Organisation Mondiale de la Santé (OMS) et également adoptée par le Burkina Faso. Cet arsenic serait d’origine géogénique (c’est-à-dire naturelle) et trouverait en particulier sa source dans des sulfures présents dans les gisements de minerais. L’arsenic a un fort potentiel cancérigène: une exposition à long-terme, même à de faibles concentrations, augmente le risque de cancers des organes internes (poumons, vessie, reins), ainsi que d’autres effets néfastes pour la santé. Au Burkina Faso et plus généralement en Afrique de l’Ouest, les données sur la présence d’arsenic géogénique sont extrêmement rares, contrairement à d’autres régions telles que l’Asie ou l’Amérique du Sud, où de nombreuses études ont été effectuées sur ce sujet. Cependant, avant d’évaluer les risques pour la santé humaine et de développer des solutions à grande échelle, il est nécessaire de déterminer les sources, la dynamique et l’ampleur de la contamination des eaux souterraines à l’arsenic. Cette thèse a pour but de répondre à ces questions en étudiant: 1. quelles sont les régions du Burkina Faso où le risque de contamination des eaux souterraines à l’arsenic est élevé; 2. comment la concentration en arsenic est influencée par des paramètres temporels tels que le temps de résidence des eaux souterraines et la saisonnalité; 3. la faisabilité des technologies de traitement basées sur l’élimination de l’arsenic par oxydation du fer à valence zéro, simples et peu coûteuses. Une base de données compilant 1’498 mesures d’échantillons d’eau, anciennes et nouvelles, provenant de forages de diverses régions du Burkina Faso montre que dans 15% des forages, la concentration en arsenic est supérieure à 10 μg/L. Ces données ont été utilisées comme points de calibration, et les cartes géologiques et minières existantes comme variables indépendantes d’une régression logistique multivariée. Cette modélisation a permis la création de cartes de prédiction de la présence d’arsenic dans les eaux souterraines. Les meilleurs prédicteurs d’une haute concentration d’arsenic dans l’eau souterraine sont les schistes et les roches volcaniques de la formation birimienne, qui ont subi une minéralisation importante, se développant ainsi en gisements de minerais de haute qualité. Les cartes de risques ainsi obtenues, couplées aux données sur la densité de population, nous permettent d’estimer qu’environ 560'000 personnes au Burkina Faso (soit 3% de la population) sont exposées au risque de consommer de l’eau pouvant contenir une concentration d’arsenic supérieure à 10 μg/L. Les mesures réalisées ont montré une grande variabilité spatiale de la concentration en arsenic dans les eaux de forages. C’est la raison… Advisors/Committee Members: Mario (Dir.).

Subjects/Keywords: West Africa

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Bretzler, A. M. (2018). Geogenic arsenic in groundwater of Burkina Faso. (Thesis). Université de Neuchâtel. Retrieved from http://doc.rero.ch/record/309214

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Bretzler, Anja Maria. “Geogenic arsenic in groundwater of Burkina Faso.” 2018. Thesis, Université de Neuchâtel. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://doc.rero.ch/record/309214.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Bretzler, Anja Maria. “Geogenic arsenic in groundwater of Burkina Faso.” 2018. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Bretzler AM. Geogenic arsenic in groundwater of Burkina Faso. [Internet] [Thesis]. Université de Neuchâtel; 2018. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://doc.rero.ch/record/309214.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Bretzler AM. Geogenic arsenic in groundwater of Burkina Faso. [Thesis]. Université de Neuchâtel; 2018. Available from: http://doc.rero.ch/record/309214

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University of Ghana

2. Bamba, R. The Emerging Threats of Terrorism in West Africa: An Analysis of Ghana’s Response .

Degree: 2014, University of Ghana

URL: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27452

► Major events, throughout history, have necessitated some response from humanity. One of such major events that appear to have changed the global security scene was… (more)

▼ Major events, throughout history, have necessitated some response from humanity. One of such major events that appear to have changed the global security scene was the September 11, 2001 attack on the United States by Al Qaeda terrorist group. Although many countries across the world started putting measures in place to address the resurging global terrorist threats, West Africa seemed to have been oblivious of the need to do same until the emergence of terrorist groups like AQIM, Ansaru, Ansar Al Dine and Boko Haram. These groups have intensified their terrorist activities in countries such as Mali, Mauritania and Nigeria, with the activities of most of these terror groups transcending national boundaries. With the potential of Ghana becoming a target for terrorists, this study analyses Ghana’s response to the emerging threats of terrorism in West Africa. The work investigates some of the mechanisms established by Ghana to prevent, counter or combat terrorism, and the adequacy of the measures put in place. Analysis of available data points to the fact that there are no terrorist groups or cells in Ghana, though there are some conditions that make Ghana vulnerable to terrorism. The research also reveals that Ghana has instituted some measures in the form of legislations, intelligence gathering and combat units to deal with any threat of terrorism. These measures, however, have some shortcomings that need to be tackled if Ghana is to succeed in preventing terrorism or effectively fighting it if it occurs. The work thus, proffers both long term and short term recommendations for policy consideration towards preventing terrorism in Ghana. These include the adoption of sound economic policies to address human security challenges, the introduction of political reforms to ensure participatory and all-inclusive political system and the provision of logistics and funding for agencies and institutions set up specifically for counter-terrorism. The study also recommends semi-autonomy for some of the frontline agencies like the NCRC and the FIC to enable them have some freedom of action to enhance their effectiveness. Additionally, the research recommends increased public education on terrorism by institutions like the NCCA, the Media Commission and the Ghana Education Service.

Subjects/Keywords: Terrorism; West Africa

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Bamba, R. (2014). The Emerging Threats of Terrorism in West Africa: An Analysis of Ghana’s Response . (Masters Thesis). University of Ghana. Retrieved from http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27452

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Bamba, R. “The Emerging Threats of Terrorism in West Africa: An Analysis of Ghana’s Response .” 2014. Masters Thesis, University of Ghana. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27452.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Bamba, R. “The Emerging Threats of Terrorism in West Africa: An Analysis of Ghana’s Response .” 2014. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Bamba R. The Emerging Threats of Terrorism in West Africa: An Analysis of Ghana’s Response . [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Ghana; 2014. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27452.

Council of Science Editors:

Bamba R. The Emerging Threats of Terrorism in West Africa: An Analysis of Ghana’s Response . [Masters Thesis]. University of Ghana; 2014. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27452

University of Ghana

3. Bamba, R. The Emerging Threats Of Terrorism In West Africa : An Analysis of Ghana’s Response.

Degree: 2014, University of Ghana

URL: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27580

► Major events, throughout history, have necessitated some response from humanity. One of such major events that appear to have changed the global security scene was… (more)

▼ Major events, throughout history, have necessitated some response from humanity. One of such major events that appear to have changed the global security scene was the September 11, 2001 attack on the United States by Al Qaeda terrorist group. Although many countries across the world started putting measures in place to address the resurging global terrorist threats, West Africa seemed to have been oblivious of the need to do same until the emergence of terrorist groups like AQIM, Ansaru, Ansar Al Dine and Boko Haram. These groups have intensified their terrorist activities in countries such as Mali, Mauritania and Nigeria, with the activities of most of these terror groups transcending national boundaries. With the potential of Ghana becoming a target for terrorists, this study analyses Ghana’s response to the emerging threats of terrorism in West Africa. The work investigates some of the mechanisms established by Ghana to prevent, counter or combat terrorism, and the adequacy of the measures put in place. Analysis of available data points to the fact that there are no terrorist groups or cells in Ghana, though there are some conditions that make Ghana vulnerable to terrorism. The research also reveals that Ghana has instituted some measures in the form of legislations, intelligence gathering and combat units to deal with any threat of terrorism. These measures, however, have some shortcomings that need to be tackled if Ghana is to succeed in preventing terrorism or effectively fighting it if it occurs. The work thus, proffers both long term and short term recommendations for policy consideration towards preventing terrorism in Ghana. These include the adoption of sound economic policies to address human security challenges, the introduction of political reforms to ensure participatory and all-inclusive political system and the provision of logistics and funding for agencies and institutions set up specifically for counter-terrorism. The study also recommends semi-autonomy for some of the frontline agencies like the NCRC and the FIC to enable them have some freedom of action to enhance their effectiveness. Additionally, the research recommends increased public education on terrorism by institutions like the NCCA, the Media Commission and the Ghana Education Service.

Subjects/Keywords: Terrorism; West Africa

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Bamba, R. (2014). The Emerging Threats Of Terrorism In West Africa : An Analysis of Ghana’s Response. (Masters Thesis). University of Ghana. Retrieved from http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27580

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Bamba, R. “The Emerging Threats Of Terrorism In West Africa : An Analysis of Ghana’s Response. ” 2014. Masters Thesis, University of Ghana. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27580.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Bamba, R. “The Emerging Threats Of Terrorism In West Africa : An Analysis of Ghana’s Response. ” 2014. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Bamba R. The Emerging Threats Of Terrorism In West Africa : An Analysis of Ghana’s Response. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Ghana; 2014. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27580.

Council of Science Editors:

Bamba R. The Emerging Threats Of Terrorism In West Africa : An Analysis of Ghana’s Response. [Masters Thesis]. University of Ghana; 2014. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27580

University of Ghana

4. Ofori, F. The Challenges and Prospects of Regional Security Cooperation in West Africa .

Degree: 2014, University of Ghana

URL: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27448

► Established in 1975 as a platform for accelerating the pace of economic development of West African states, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)… (more)

▼ Established in 1975 as a platform for accelerating the pace of economic development of West African states, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has grappled with several issue areas for approximately the past four decades. Originally pre-occupied with market-driven objectives that emphasize trade liberalization, ECOWAS has been confronted with resolving the myriad of security challenges that confront the sub-region. Mindful of the interconnectedness of security to economic development, therefore, ECOWAS has also focused its resources on regional security cooperation in the light of the interdependence of the security profiles of West African states especially in the post-Cold War international system. Employing a qualitative analysis of existing literature on security cooperation-regional integration, this work examines regional security cooperation through the prism of the Protocol relating to the Mechanism for Conflict Prevention, Management, Resolution, Peacekeeping and Security adopted in December 1999, and that of its Supplementary Protocol on Democracy and Good governance incepted in 2001. This research delineates the historical evolution of security mechanisms of ECOWAS since its establishment, focusing on how the new wars of the post-Cold War era exposed the security challenges of West Africa and how that culminated in the 1999 Security Mechanism. This research contends that although the aforesaid Protocols hold lots of promise based on its emphasis on operational mechanisms such as early warning systems and the institutionalization of good governance, the lack of political commitment by leaders in West Africa coupled with poor implementation record, among others, could scuttle the benign promise of the Protocol. To enable an effectual implementation of the Protocol and for that matter, a formidable security profile of West African states, this research recommends an emphasis on good governance and demonstrable political commitment towards a safe West African sub-region.

Subjects/Keywords: Security; West Africa

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Ofori, F. (2014). The Challenges and Prospects of Regional Security Cooperation in West Africa . (Masters Thesis). University of Ghana. Retrieved from http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27448

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Ofori, F. “The Challenges and Prospects of Regional Security Cooperation in West Africa .” 2014. Masters Thesis, University of Ghana. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27448.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Ofori, F. “The Challenges and Prospects of Regional Security Cooperation in West Africa .” 2014. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Ofori F. The Challenges and Prospects of Regional Security Cooperation in West Africa . [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Ghana; 2014. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27448.

Council of Science Editors:

Ofori F. The Challenges and Prospects of Regional Security Cooperation in West Africa . [Masters Thesis]. University of Ghana; 2014. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27448

Rhodes University

5. Bangura, Lamin. Adjustment of commercial banks' interest rates and the effectiveness of monetary policy: evidence from Anglophone West Africa.

Degree: Faculty of Commerce, Economics and Economic History, 2011, Rhodes University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/d1002685

► Most central banks use short-term interest rates as their main instrument of monetary policy. It is assumed that a change in policy rate will influence… (more)

▼ Most central banks use short-term interest rates as their main instrument of monetary policy. It is assumed that a change in policy rate will influence interest rates set by commercial banks, but this is not usually the case. Commercial banks adjust their interest rates in response to changes in policy rate with lags, which make their interest rates sticky. Stickiness in commercial banks interest rates have been seen as an obstacle to the smooth transmission of monetary policy decisions. Despite the importance of the transmission process, little attention has been given to a systematic measurement of the degree of response of commercial banks‟ interest rates to changes in monetary policy stance in the Anglophone West African countries, specifically within the West African Monetary Zone (WAMZ) economies. Against this backdrop, this study explores the interest rate adjustment dynamics using monthly interest rate series on discount rate, treasury bill rate, commercial banks‟ deposit and lending rates from 1989 to 2009 (for Gambia, Nigeria and Sierra Leone) and from 2000 to 2009 (for Ghana). Specifically, the study set out to examine how lending and deposit rates respond to changes in the official rates and to see whether there is a convergence among the rates over time. Also, to examine the relative adjustment of commercial bank lending rates to changes in the official rate when there is disequilibrium. The analyses were twofold: a full sample period and a rolling window analysis. Following Cottarelli and Kourelis (1994), the study employed cointegration technique and an asymmetric error correction model to obtain the short-run and long-run parameters from which the error correction coefficients, mean adjustment lags and asymmetric mean adjustment lags were estimated. The results for the entire sample period revealed that the long-run pass-through in Nigeria was 81% and 67% for lending rates and deposit rates respectively. In Ghana, it was 66% and 69% for lending and deposit rates respectively. While in Sierra Leone, long-run pass-through was 62% and 72% for lending and deposit rates respectively. In Gambia, it was 50% and 40% for lending and deposit rates respectively. On the other hand, the short-run pass-through was found to be lower compared to the long-run pass-through: in Nigeria it was 66% and 47%; in Gambia, 26% and 29%; in Sierra Leone, 30% and 13%; and in Ghana, -6% and 35% for lending and deposit rates respectively in each country. The pass-through estimates for the rolling windows were mixed for short-run and long-run pass-through. The mean adjustment lags suggest that the speed of adjustment of Lending rates for full sample period were two, two, seven and twelve months in Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone and Gambia respectively. While for deposit rates they were five, six, seven and eighteen for Ghana, Nigeria, Gambia and Sierra Leone respectively. The average speeds of adjustment for the rolling windows were four and five months for lending and deposit rates respectively. Weak evidence of convergence was found…

Subjects/Keywords: Monetary policy – Africa, West; Banks and banking – Africa, West; Interest rates – Africa, West

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Bangura, L. (2011). Adjustment of commercial banks' interest rates and the effectiveness of monetary policy: evidence from Anglophone West Africa. (Thesis). Rhodes University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10962/d1002685

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Bangura, Lamin. “Adjustment of commercial banks' interest rates and the effectiveness of monetary policy: evidence from Anglophone West Africa.” 2011. Thesis, Rhodes University. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/10962/d1002685.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Bangura, Lamin. “Adjustment of commercial banks' interest rates and the effectiveness of monetary policy: evidence from Anglophone West Africa.” 2011. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Bangura L. Adjustment of commercial banks' interest rates and the effectiveness of monetary policy: evidence from Anglophone West Africa. [Internet] [Thesis]. Rhodes University; 2011. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/d1002685.

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Council of Science Editors:

Bangura L. Adjustment of commercial banks' interest rates and the effectiveness of monetary policy: evidence from Anglophone West Africa. [Thesis]. Rhodes University; 2011. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10962/d1002685

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Texas A&M University

6. Shaw, Caitlin Susanne. Agricultural Technology Adoption in West Africa.

Degree: 2014, Texas A&M University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/157901

► Smallholder household adoption of improved agricultural technologies, including fertilizer, irrigation, and improved storage methods, continues to remain relatively low in West Africa. As a result,… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: technology; West Africa; agriculture

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Shaw, C. S. (2014). Agricultural Technology Adoption in West Africa. (Thesis). Texas A&M University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/157901

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Shaw, Caitlin Susanne. “Agricultural Technology Adoption in West Africa.” 2014. Thesis, Texas A&M University. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/157901.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Shaw, Caitlin Susanne. “Agricultural Technology Adoption in West Africa.” 2014. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Shaw CS. Agricultural Technology Adoption in West Africa. [Internet] [Thesis]. Texas A&M University; 2014. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/157901.

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Council of Science Editors:

Shaw CS. Agricultural Technology Adoption in West Africa. [Thesis]. Texas A&M University; 2014. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/157901

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Texas A&M University

7. Shaw, Caitlin Susanne. Agricultural Technology Adoption in West Africa.

Degree: 2014, Texas A&M University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/157902

► Smallholder household adoption of improved agricultural technologies, including fertilizer, irrigation, and improved storage methods, continues to remain relatively low in West Africa. As a result,… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: technology; West Africa; agriculture

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Shaw, C. S. (2014). Agricultural Technology Adoption in West Africa. (Thesis). Texas A&M University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/157902

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Shaw, Caitlin Susanne. “Agricultural Technology Adoption in West Africa.” 2014. Thesis, Texas A&M University. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/157902.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Shaw, Caitlin Susanne. “Agricultural Technology Adoption in West Africa.” 2014. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Shaw CS. Agricultural Technology Adoption in West Africa. [Internet] [Thesis]. Texas A&M University; 2014. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/157902.

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Council of Science Editors:

Shaw CS. Agricultural Technology Adoption in West Africa. [Thesis]. Texas A&M University; 2014. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1969.1/157902

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University of Nairobi

8. Partoip, Everlyne. Impact of the outbreak of ebola virus in west africa on perfomance of tourism industry in kenya (2014-2016) .

Degree: 2016, University of Nairobi

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/97170

► Ebola is a deadly disease that has caused a lot of anxiety not only in the affected countries in West Africa but the world at… (more)

▼ Ebola is a deadly disease that has caused a lot of anxiety not only in the affected countries in West Africa but the world at large. It‟s on this basis that the researcher sought to examine the effects of the outbreak of the Ebola virus in West Africa on the tourism sector in Kenya. The researcher examined this effect through the three specific objectives; to examine the economic implications of Ebola outbreak on Tourism industry in Kenya, to examine the impact of Ebola reporting by the mass media in shaping opinions on Kenya‟s preparedness, to assess the state of preparedness of the Kenya Government in case of an outbreak of an epidemic of global nature. This was done with the thinking that the research is of much significance to the Kenyan government and especially relevant ministries such as the Ministry of Tourism. The study used the agenda setting theory. This study was a qualitative research which employed a survey research design. Out of the target population of employees employed within the tourism sector which stands at 785,382, the researcher sampled 400 respondents. The target population was divided into employees working in the following sectors within the tourism industry; tour operators, hotel sector, airlines and other related businesses like the curio shops. The researcher collected data from both primary and secondary sources. The primary data was collected directly from the respondents which was first-hand information while the secondary data came from existing literature which was done by other scholars before. The data collection tools that were used were basically questionnaires and interviews. The researcher therefore checked on the validity of the various data collection tools before analyzing the collected data through SPSS in order to draw meaningful conclusions. The analyzed data was presented in terms of tables and graphs. The results were used to ascertain the impact of the outbreak of Ebola virus in West Africa on the tourism sector in Kenya. The study found that the respondents agreed that media reports on Ebola outbreak scared potential foreign tourists to Kenya. The study further found that respondents agreed that tourism is a major contributor to Kenya‟s GDP. The study concludes that there are economic implications of Ebola outbreak on Tourism Industry. Further it states that the country also experienced loss in hundreds of thousands of jobs in the sector. The Ebola crisis weakened the capacity to optimally generate revenues and put pressure on public expenditures. The study also concludes the nature of coverage and broadcast of the whole epidemic by media threw unnecessary and fear to many people due to its unique mode of killing, spread and its current status of no vaccine or drugs. Based on the research findings the study recommends preparedness should be strengthened by developing, evaluating and revising response plans based on comprehensive risk analysis taking into account all prevalent hazards. The plans should involve identifying rapid response teams at local and national…

Subjects/Keywords: Ebola Virus in West Africa

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Partoip, E. (2016). Impact of the outbreak of ebola virus in west africa on perfomance of tourism industry in kenya (2014-2016) . (Thesis). University of Nairobi. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/11295/97170

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Partoip, Everlyne. “Impact of the outbreak of ebola virus in west africa on perfomance of tourism industry in kenya (2014-2016) .” 2016. Thesis, University of Nairobi. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/11295/97170.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Partoip, Everlyne. “Impact of the outbreak of ebola virus in west africa on perfomance of tourism industry in kenya (2014-2016) .” 2016. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Partoip E. Impact of the outbreak of ebola virus in west africa on perfomance of tourism industry in kenya (2014-2016) . [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Nairobi; 2016. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/97170.

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Council of Science Editors:

Partoip E. Impact of the outbreak of ebola virus in west africa on perfomance of tourism industry in kenya (2014-2016) . [Thesis]. University of Nairobi; 2016. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11295/97170

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University of Ghana

9. Klutse, C.A. Cultural Exchanges and Their Implications for Regional Integration in West Africa: A Case Study of Ghana and Nigeria .

Degree: 2018, University of Ghana

URL: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/26593

► Regional integration scholars have written extensively on the role culture plays in the overall success or otherwise of regional integration the world over. The role… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Cultural; Regional Integration; West Africa

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Klutse, C. A. (2018). Cultural Exchanges and Their Implications for Regional Integration in West Africa: A Case Study of Ghana and Nigeria . (Masters Thesis). University of Ghana. Retrieved from http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/26593

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Klutse, C A. “Cultural Exchanges and Their Implications for Regional Integration in West Africa: A Case Study of Ghana and Nigeria .” 2018. Masters Thesis, University of Ghana. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/26593.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Klutse, C A. “Cultural Exchanges and Their Implications for Regional Integration in West Africa: A Case Study of Ghana and Nigeria .” 2018. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Klutse CA. Cultural Exchanges and Their Implications for Regional Integration in West Africa: A Case Study of Ghana and Nigeria . [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Ghana; 2018. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/26593.

Council of Science Editors:

Klutse CA. Cultural Exchanges and Their Implications for Regional Integration in West Africa: A Case Study of Ghana and Nigeria . [Masters Thesis]. University of Ghana; 2018. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/26593

University of Ghana

10. Ofori, F. The Challenges and Prospects of Regional Security Cooperation in West Africa .

Degree: 2014, University of Ghana

URL: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27577

► Established in 1975 as a platform for accelerating the pace of economic development of West African states, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)… (more)

▼ Established in 1975 as a platform for accelerating the pace of economic development of West African states, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has grappled with several issue areas for approximately the past four decades. Originally pre-occupied with market-driven objectives that emphasize trade liberalization, ECOWAS has been confronted with resolving the myriad of security challenges that confront the sub-region. Mindful of the interconnectedness of security to economic development, therefore, ECOWAS has also focused its resources on regional security cooperation in the light of the interdependence of the security profiles of West African states especially in the post-Cold War international system. Employing a qualitative analysis of existing literature on security cooperation-regional integration, this work examines regional security cooperation through the prism of the Protocol relating to the Mechanism for Conflict Prevention, Management, Resolution, Peacekeeping and Security adopted in December 1999, and that of its Supplementary Protocol on Democracy and Good governance incepted in 2001. This research delineates the historical evolution of security mechanisms of ECOWAS since its establishment, focusing on how the new wars of the post-Cold War era exposed the security challenges of West Africa and how that culminated in the 1999 Security Mechanism. This research contends that although the aforesaid Protocols hold lots of promise based on its emphasis on operational mechanisms such as early warning systems and the institutionalization of good governance, the lack of political commitment by leaders in West Africa coupled with poor implementation record, among others, could scuttle the benign promise of the Protocol. To enable an effectual implementation of the Protocol and for that matter, a formidable security profile of West African states, this research recommends an emphasis on good governance and demonstrable political commitment towards a safe West African sub-region.

Subjects/Keywords: Regional Security Cooperation; West Africa

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Ofori, F. (2014). The Challenges and Prospects of Regional Security Cooperation in West Africa . (Masters Thesis). University of Ghana. Retrieved from http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27577

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Ofori, F. “The Challenges and Prospects of Regional Security Cooperation in West Africa .” 2014. Masters Thesis, University of Ghana. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27577.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Ofori, F. “The Challenges and Prospects of Regional Security Cooperation in West Africa .” 2014. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Ofori F. The Challenges and Prospects of Regional Security Cooperation in West Africa . [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Ghana; 2014. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27577.

Council of Science Editors:

Ofori F. The Challenges and Prospects of Regional Security Cooperation in West Africa . [Masters Thesis]. University of Ghana; 2014. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27577

North-West University

11. Mahura, L C. A managerial investigation into Lesbian, Gays, Bisexual and transgenders needs in the North West Province, Ngaka Modiri Molema / L.C Mahura .

Degree: 2012, North-West University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10394/14444

► In South Africa, HIV and AIDS as a communicable diseases is difficult to eradicate. The government sector is advocating for comprehensive management thereof. Still the… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Homosexuality; South Africa; North West

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Mahura, L. C. (2012). A managerial investigation into Lesbian, Gays, Bisexual and transgenders needs in the North West Province, Ngaka Modiri Molema / L.C Mahura . (Thesis). North-West University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10394/14444

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Mahura, L C. “A managerial investigation into Lesbian, Gays, Bisexual and transgenders needs in the North West Province, Ngaka Modiri Molema / L.C Mahura .” 2012. Thesis, North-West University. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/10394/14444.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Mahura, L C. “A managerial investigation into Lesbian, Gays, Bisexual and transgenders needs in the North West Province, Ngaka Modiri Molema / L.C Mahura .” 2012. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Mahura LC. A managerial investigation into Lesbian, Gays, Bisexual and transgenders needs in the North West Province, Ngaka Modiri Molema / L.C Mahura . [Internet] [Thesis]. North-West University; 2012. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10394/14444.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Mahura LC. A managerial investigation into Lesbian, Gays, Bisexual and transgenders needs in the North West Province, Ngaka Modiri Molema / L.C Mahura . [Thesis]. North-West University; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10394/14444

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Oklahoma State University

12. Langa, Vasco Thaela Salomone. Economic Consequences of Different Institutional Structures for the Cotton Sector in West and Central Africa: Evidence from Burkina Faso.

Degree: Agricultural Economics, 2014, Oklahoma State University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/11244/14956

► In West and Central African countries parastatal vertical coordination is used to control both the input and output markets. The decline of cotton yields and… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: cotton; parastatal; west africa

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Langa, V. T. S. (2014). Economic Consequences of Different Institutional Structures for the Cotton Sector in West and Central Africa: Evidence from Burkina Faso. (Thesis). Oklahoma State University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/11244/14956

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Langa, Vasco Thaela Salomone. “Economic Consequences of Different Institutional Structures for the Cotton Sector in West and Central Africa: Evidence from Burkina Faso.” 2014. Thesis, Oklahoma State University. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/11244/14956.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Langa, Vasco Thaela Salomone. “Economic Consequences of Different Institutional Structures for the Cotton Sector in West and Central Africa: Evidence from Burkina Faso.” 2014. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Langa VTS. Economic Consequences of Different Institutional Structures for the Cotton Sector in West and Central Africa: Evidence from Burkina Faso. [Internet] [Thesis]. Oklahoma State University; 2014. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11244/14956.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Langa VTS. Economic Consequences of Different Institutional Structures for the Cotton Sector in West and Central Africa: Evidence from Burkina Faso. [Thesis]. Oklahoma State University; 2014. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/11244/14956

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13. Ojekwe, Anny Anthonia. Peacekeeping in West Africa: an analysis of Nigeria's roles, 1990-2005.

Degree: PhD, Political Science, 2010, Clark University Atlanta

URL: http://digitalcommons.auctr.edu/dissertations/118

► This study investigated peacekeeping in West Africa, with particular focus on Nigeria’s roles (diplomatic, political, cultural, socioeconomic, peacekeeping and peace enforcement) in the West… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Peacekeeping- West Africa; Political History

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Ojekwe, A. A. (2010). Peacekeeping in West Africa: an analysis of Nigeria's roles, 1990-2005. (Doctoral Dissertation). Clark University Atlanta. Retrieved from http://digitalcommons.auctr.edu/dissertations/118

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Ojekwe, Anny Anthonia. “Peacekeeping in West Africa: an analysis of Nigeria's roles, 1990-2005.” 2010. Doctoral Dissertation, Clark University Atlanta. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://digitalcommons.auctr.edu/dissertations/118.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Ojekwe, Anny Anthonia. “Peacekeeping in West Africa: an analysis of Nigeria's roles, 1990-2005.” 2010. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Ojekwe AA. Peacekeeping in West Africa: an analysis of Nigeria's roles, 1990-2005. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Clark University Atlanta; 2010. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://digitalcommons.auctr.edu/dissertations/118.

Council of Science Editors:

Ojekwe AA. Peacekeeping in West Africa: an analysis of Nigeria's roles, 1990-2005. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Clark University Atlanta; 2010. Available from: http://digitalcommons.auctr.edu/dissertations/118

Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

14. Chaphatso, Motswantweng Ephraim. The community response to the demarcation of the Merafong Municipality into the North West Province.

Degree: Faculty of Arts, 2016, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/3489

► This study was undertaken to describe how the community responded to the incorporation of the Merafong Municipality into the North West Province. The study examined… (more)

▼ This study was undertaken to describe how the community responded to the incorporation of the Merafong Municipality into the North West Province. The study examined the protracted conflict in Khutsong as well as why the strategies to end the conflict failed. The study was concerned about latent conflict; how differences are raised; dissatisfaction amongst members of the communities and that power asymmetry is the main driver of emotions leading to aggressive behaviour. Service delivery protests are characterised by violence in South Africa and more often communities turn violent in their engagement with their leaders or council officials. This is because it is believed that violence is the only language that authorities understand and they have nothing to lose as government property gets destroyed. Late invitations of third parties who have regulatory skills (negotiations, mediation, conciliation or judicial processes) when conflicts begin, lead to their escalation. A qualitative research method was chosen for this study. A qualitative case study better explained the phenomenon of interest. It allowed me to collect data from the respondents who were active members of the community through interviews. Twelve members of the community (from politicians, ordinary members, educators and the clergy) were part of the respondents. The report was of the respondents own personal experiences as active members of the community. Collected data from the transcripts was coded. Codes with similar meaning were put together in the same categories and the themes were formed from the categories. The qualitative content analysis method was used to analyse the data. From the analysis, it emerged that there was lack of communication and consultation from the side of the government before the implementation of the 16th Amendment Bill which was aimed at removing the cross border municipalities. The announcement was finally made of the incorporation of the Merafong Municipality into North West Province in 2005. The announcement was met with anger and frustration by the Khutsong Demarcation Forum and the community whose expectations were that the incorporation will not go ahead given the reasons they put forth when they met the government officials in the meetings after the demarcation board had proposed it. Violence was the only option for the community to show that their talks with government officials failed and that they are seriously opposed to the incorporation. That led to a protracted violence in Khutsong until 2009 when the Cross-Boundary Municipalities Laws Repeal and Related Matters Amendment Act of 2009 act was passed to reincorporate the Merafong Municipality back into Gauteng.

Subjects/Keywords: Conflict management – South Africa – West Rand; Violence – South Africa – West Rand

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Chaphatso, M. E. (2016). The community response to the demarcation of the Merafong Municipality into the North West Province. (Thesis). Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10948/3489

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Chaphatso, Motswantweng Ephraim. “The community response to the demarcation of the Merafong Municipality into the North West Province.” 2016. Thesis, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/10948/3489.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Chaphatso, Motswantweng Ephraim. “The community response to the demarcation of the Merafong Municipality into the North West Province.” 2016. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Chaphatso ME. The community response to the demarcation of the Merafong Municipality into the North West Province. [Internet] [Thesis]. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University; 2016. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/3489.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Chaphatso ME. The community response to the demarcation of the Merafong Municipality into the North West Province. [Thesis]. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University; 2016. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10948/3489

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Central Connecticut State University

15. Thompson, Mabel. Genetically Modified Foods and the Struggle to Overcome Hunger in West Africa.

Degree: Department of Geography, 2017, Central Connecticut State University

URL: http://content.library.ccsu.edu/u?/ccsutheses,2403

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West Africa currently imports a lot of food and sometimes some countries collect food aid to be able to feed its inhabitants. The import of… (more)

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West Africa currently imports a lot of food and sometimes some countries collect food aid to be able to feed its inhabitants. The import of food has added a lot to the country's debt crisis and that prevents development. According to Food and Agricultural Organization, despite Africa's vast agricultural potential, the continent has remained a net importer of agricultural products in the last three decades. With the discovery of DNA in the early 1900's and various advancements in genetic techniques through the 1970's, it became possible to directly alter DNA genes within food. However, the spread of Genetically Modified (GM) crops has occurred with fierce controversy in most African countries. Most critics have argued that biotechnology companies have not produced any GM crops that will directly increase production of basic subsistence foods in developing countries or increase the income of small farmers who produce these crops. Many scholars have also argued that advances in plants biotechnology must be deployed for the benefit of West African countries to ensure that they do not go hungry. World population continues to rise and the world's poorest people also continue to go hungry due to lack of food. Advances in biotechnology could be utilized for the benefit of agricultural industry of these nations. The secondhand knowledge l gained about this process motivated me to look in depth into Genetically Modified Foods (GMF) and the struggle to overcome hunger in West Africa. Based on survey data and personal interviews in Ghana, this research attempts to provide with a better understanding of local people's perceptions of the risks and benefits for the adoption of GM foods in West Africa. Production of GMF might be a great success story to help overcome hunger in most West African countries.

"Submitted in Partial fulfillment of the Requirements for the degree of Master of Science in International Studies."; Thesis Advisor: Xiaoping Shen.; M.S.,Central Connecticut State University,,2017.;

Advisors/Committee Members: Shen, Xiaoping.

Subjects/Keywords: Genetically modified foods – Africa, West.; Hunger – Africa, West.

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Thompson, M. (2017). Genetically Modified Foods and the Struggle to Overcome Hunger in West Africa. (Thesis). Central Connecticut State University. Retrieved from http://content.library.ccsu.edu/u?/ccsutheses,2403

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Thompson, Mabel. “Genetically Modified Foods and the Struggle to Overcome Hunger in West Africa.” 2017. Thesis, Central Connecticut State University. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://content.library.ccsu.edu/u?/ccsutheses,2403.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Thompson, Mabel. “Genetically Modified Foods and the Struggle to Overcome Hunger in West Africa.” 2017. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Thompson M. Genetically Modified Foods and the Struggle to Overcome Hunger in West Africa. [Internet] [Thesis]. Central Connecticut State University; 2017. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://content.library.ccsu.edu/u?/ccsutheses,2403.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Thompson M. Genetically Modified Foods and the Struggle to Overcome Hunger in West Africa. [Thesis]. Central Connecticut State University; 2017. Available from: http://content.library.ccsu.edu/u?/ccsutheses,2403

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Johannesburg

16. Mokgatle-Nthabu, Mathildah Mpata. An educational framework for the facilitation of well-being of orphans living in child-headed families in rural North West Province.

Degree: 2012, University of Johannesburg

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/5038

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The purpose of this inquiry was to explore perceptions and practices of family well-being in the context of child-headed families, and to propose a… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Child caregivers - South Africa - North West; Orphans - South Africa - North West

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Mokgatle-Nthabu, M. M. (2012). An educational framework for the facilitation of well-being of orphans living in child-headed families in rural North West Province. (Thesis). University of Johannesburg. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10210/5038

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Mokgatle-Nthabu, Mathildah Mpata. “An educational framework for the facilitation of well-being of orphans living in child-headed families in rural North West Province.” 2012. Thesis, University of Johannesburg. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/10210/5038.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Mokgatle-Nthabu, Mathildah Mpata. “An educational framework for the facilitation of well-being of orphans living in child-headed families in rural North West Province.” 2012. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Mokgatle-Nthabu MM. An educational framework for the facilitation of well-being of orphans living in child-headed families in rural North West Province. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Johannesburg; 2012. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/5038.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Mokgatle-Nthabu MM. An educational framework for the facilitation of well-being of orphans living in child-headed families in rural North West Province. [Thesis]. University of Johannesburg; 2012. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/5038

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Rutgers University

17. Siebert, Asher, 1980-. Assessing the viability of index insurance as an adaptation tool in a changing climate context: case Study in the West African Sahel.

Degree: PhD, Geography, 2015, Rutgers University

URL: https://rucore.libraries.rutgers.edu/rutgers-lib/46438/

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This dissertation contributes to the literatures on climate extremes, climate change, and financial adaptation. In a developing world context, weather based index insurance is emerging… (more)

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This dissertation contributes to the literatures on climate extremes, climate change, and financial adaptation. In a developing world context, weather based index insurance is emerging as a potential financial adaptation for poor populations that have historically been excluded from financial markets. Index insurance has potential drawbacks as well as benefits and there are a number of practical implementation challenges. However, as index insurance is sensitive to threshold crossing extreme event (TCE) frequency and as climate change renders the climate system non-stationary, there is a need to assess how the frequency of extreme events may change as the climate system evolves. In an effort to address this research question for both hydroclimatological extremes (floods and droughts) and their associated risks, this dissertation explores the potential long-term viability of drought index insurance contracts for subsistence millet farmers and flood index insurance contracts for irrigated rice farmers in the West African Sahel nations of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger. Potential hypothetical contracts were chosen on the basis of correlation analysis and Gerrity skill analysis between multiple potential geophysical indices and national crop production data. Monte Carlo statistical methods are used extensively to simulate future streamflow and precipitation scenarios and are integrated with global climate model projections of precipitation. TCE frequency is found to be particularly sensitive to multi-decadal variability (MDV) and to changes in the mean (and less sensitive to changes in the variability). Moderate changes in the mean can have a more than two fold impact on the TCE frequency and multi-decadal variability typical of the region is shown to have a significant effect on the likelihood of a large number of TCEs in a specified time window. These changes to TCE frequency have important implications for both the actuarial and uncertainty related costs of index insurance over time; thereby creating challenges for long term index insurance viability. While specific results are simulation dependent, the more extreme scenarios indicate that there may be important limitations to the viability of index insurance in the future.

Advisors/Committee Members: Robinson, David (chair), Leichenko, Robin (internal member), Rennermalm, Asa (internal member), Ward, Neil (outside member).

Subjects/Keywords: Climate change – Africa; Africa, West – Environmental conditions; Insurance – Africa

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Siebert, Asher, 1. (2015). Assessing the viability of index insurance as an adaptation tool in a changing climate context: case Study in the West African Sahel. (Doctoral Dissertation). Rutgers University. Retrieved from https://rucore.libraries.rutgers.edu/rutgers-lib/46438/

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Siebert, Asher, 1980-. “Assessing the viability of index insurance as an adaptation tool in a changing climate context: case Study in the West African Sahel.” 2015. Doctoral Dissertation, Rutgers University. Accessed September 19, 2019. https://rucore.libraries.rutgers.edu/rutgers-lib/46438/.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Siebert, Asher, 1980-. “Assessing the viability of index insurance as an adaptation tool in a changing climate context: case Study in the West African Sahel.” 2015. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Siebert, Asher 1. Assessing the viability of index insurance as an adaptation tool in a changing climate context: case Study in the West African Sahel. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Rutgers University; 2015. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: https://rucore.libraries.rutgers.edu/rutgers-lib/46438/.

Council of Science Editors:

Siebert, Asher 1. Assessing the viability of index insurance as an adaptation tool in a changing climate context: case Study in the West African Sahel. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Rutgers University; 2015. Available from: https://rucore.libraries.rutgers.edu/rutgers-lib/46438/

University of Dundee

18. Ezeokafor, Edwin. The securitization processes and West African security : regime-led neo-patrimonial threat?.

Degree: PhD, 2014, University of Dundee

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/10588/fccad182-5b19-47f2-a309-15a9e8b79a8a

► This thesis explores the interface between the processes of securitizing threats in West African states and their regime type. It analyses the securitization processes among… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Security; Securitization; Patronage politics; West Africa

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Ezeokafor, E. (2014). The securitization processes and West African security : regime-led neo-patrimonial threat?. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Dundee. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/10588/fccad182-5b19-47f2-a309-15a9e8b79a8a

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Ezeokafor, Edwin. “The securitization processes and West African security : regime-led neo-patrimonial threat?.” 2014. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Dundee. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/10588/fccad182-5b19-47f2-a309-15a9e8b79a8a.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Ezeokafor, Edwin. “The securitization processes and West African security : regime-led neo-patrimonial threat?.” 2014. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Ezeokafor E. The securitization processes and West African security : regime-led neo-patrimonial threat?. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Dundee; 2014. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10588/fccad182-5b19-47f2-a309-15a9e8b79a8a.

Council of Science Editors:

Ezeokafor E. The securitization processes and West African security : regime-led neo-patrimonial threat?. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Dundee; 2014. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/10588/fccad182-5b19-47f2-a309-15a9e8b79a8a

University of Ghana

19. Bamba, R. The Emerging Threats Of Terrorism In West Africa: An Analysis Of Ghana’s Response .

Degree: 2014, University of Ghana

URL: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/22899

► Major events, throughout history, have necessitated some response from humanity. One of such major events that appear to have changed the global security scene was… (more)

▼ Major events, throughout history, have necessitated some response from humanity. One of such major events that appear to have changed the global security scene was the September 11, 2001 attack on the United States by Al Qaeda terrorist group. Although many countries across the world started putting measures in place to address the resurging global terrorist threats, West Africa seemed to have been oblivious of the need to do same until the emergence of terrorist groups like AQIM, Ansaru, Ansar Al Dine and Boko Haram. These groups have intensified their terrorist activities in countries such as Mali, Mauritania and Nigeria, with the activities of most of these terror groups transcending national boundaries. With the potential of Ghana becoming a target for terrorists, this study analyses Ghana’s response to the emerging threats of terrorism in West Africa. The work investigates some of the mechanisms established by Ghana to prevent, counter or combat terrorism, and the adequacy of the measures put in place. Analysis of available data points to the fact that there are no terrorist groups or cells in Ghana, though there are some conditions that make Ghana vulnerable to terrorism. The research also reveals that Ghana has instituted some measures in the form of legislations, intelligence gathering and combat units to deal with any threat of terrorism. These measures, however, have some shortcomings that need to be tackled if Ghana is to succeed in preventing terrorism or effectively fighting it if it occurs. The work thus, proffers both long term and short term recommendations for policy consideration towards preventing terrorism in Ghana. These include the adoption of sound economic policies to address human security challenges, the introduction of political reforms to ensure participatory and all-inclusive political system and the provision of logistics and funding for agencies and institutions set up specifically for counter-terrorism. The study also recommends semi-autonomy for some of the frontline agencies like the NCRC and the FIC to enable them have some freedom of action to enhance their effectiveness. Additionally, the research recommends increased public education on terrorism by institutions like the NCCA, the Media Commission and the Ghana Education Service.

Subjects/Keywords: Emerging Threats; Terrorism; West Africa; Ghana

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Bamba, R. (2014). The Emerging Threats Of Terrorism In West Africa: An Analysis Of Ghana’s Response . (Masters Thesis). University of Ghana. Retrieved from http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/22899

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Bamba, R. “The Emerging Threats Of Terrorism In West Africa: An Analysis Of Ghana’s Response .” 2014. Masters Thesis, University of Ghana. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/22899.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Bamba, R. “The Emerging Threats Of Terrorism In West Africa: An Analysis Of Ghana’s Response .” 2014. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Bamba R. The Emerging Threats Of Terrorism In West Africa: An Analysis Of Ghana’s Response . [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Ghana; 2014. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/22899.

Council of Science Editors:

Bamba R. The Emerging Threats Of Terrorism In West Africa: An Analysis Of Ghana’s Response . [Masters Thesis]. University of Ghana; 2014. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/22899

University of Oxford

20. Nomita, Dave. The revolution's echoes : music and political culture in Conakry, Guinea.

Degree: PhD, 2013, University of Oxford

URL: http://ora.ox.ac.uk/objects/uuid:4224085a-354f-409f-8c9b-1160a8e9a789 ; http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.581212

► This thesis is an ethnographic study of music and authoritarianism in Conakry, Guinea. Representations in the scholarly and popular literature often emphasize African music as… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: 780.032; Music; Anthropology; Ethnomusicology; politics; West Africa

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Nomita, D. (2013). The revolution's echoes : music and political culture in Conakry, Guinea. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Oxford. Retrieved from http://ora.ox.ac.uk/objects/uuid:4224085a-354f-409f-8c9b-1160a8e9a789 ; http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.581212

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Nomita, Dave. “The revolution's echoes : music and political culture in Conakry, Guinea.” 2013. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Oxford. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://ora.ox.ac.uk/objects/uuid:4224085a-354f-409f-8c9b-1160a8e9a789 ; http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.581212.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Nomita, Dave. “The revolution's echoes : music and political culture in Conakry, Guinea.” 2013. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Nomita D. The revolution's echoes : music and political culture in Conakry, Guinea. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Oxford; 2013. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://ora.ox.ac.uk/objects/uuid:4224085a-354f-409f-8c9b-1160a8e9a789 ; http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.581212.

Council of Science Editors:

Nomita D. The revolution's echoes : music and political culture in Conakry, Guinea. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Oxford; 2013. Available from: http://ora.ox.ac.uk/objects/uuid:4224085a-354f-409f-8c9b-1160a8e9a789 ; http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.581212

Penn State University

21. Jones, Kristal. Emerging seed markets, substantive seed economies and integrated seed systems in West Africa: A mixed methods analysis.

Degree: PhD, Rural Sociology, 2013, Penn State University

URL: https://etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/21110

► Current approaches to the second Green Revolution in sub-Saharan Africa focus on incorporating the needs of smallholder farmers and environmental concerns into a market-based approach… (more)

▼ Current approaches to the second Green Revolution in sub-Saharan Africa focus on incorporating the needs of smallholder farmers and environmental concerns into a market-based approach to technology development and diffusion. This dissertation analyzes the experiences of farmers in the West African countries of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger with the recent creation of input markets for improved variety seeds, as a specific example of the interactions between market-oriented agricultural development activities and traditional agricultural production systems. Sahelian West Africa presents a particularly timely example of the initial changes and impacts associated with the establishment of markets for agricultural inputs not previously considered something to be sold. Sorghum and pearl millet are native grain crops integral to the cropping systems of the Sahel, and are crop species that have not been emphasized by private agricultural research. Public national and international agricultural research centers in the region have ongoing research projects to identify, breed and select improved varieties of sorghum and pearl millet, activities into which farmers have been incorporated through participatory plant breeding approaches. With an influx of interest and resources in promoting technology diffusion through market-oriented development approaches, there is now a push to create the formal systems and structures necessary to diffuse these seeds through input markets. These efforts have included establishing seed certification laws to ensure quality at the national level, support for farmer organizations and seed producer unions at the regional level, and the establishment of points of sale through agro-dealers and other local input sellers. The dissertation uses a theoretical framework of substantive economies and economic habitus, which understands economic actions and institutions as conditioned by their specific social motivations and natural context, to characterize the distinct seed systems present in Sahelian West Africa. Mixed methods, including thematic analysis of qualitative data, growth curve modeling of a panel data set and visual representation of seed diffusion, are used to analyze seed access activities at different scales, from individual actions to community and regional systems. Themes emerging from qualitative data analysis suggest that there are exchange-based and provisioning-based seed systems present in the region, and that these systems are based on distinct organizing principles but are connected by individual seed access actions. Statistical analysis shows that characteristics of the social and natural context condition individuals’ seed access decision making over time, with significant differences in seed access decisions between men and women, as well as among individuals with different spatial relationships to social infrastructure like weekly markets. Visual data, both digital maps and those drawn by research participants, depict the scale and points of connection of seed systems in the…

Subjects/Keywords: agriculture; international development; West Africa; seeds; economies

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Jones, K. (2013). Emerging seed markets, substantive seed economies and integrated seed systems in West Africa: A mixed methods analysis. (Doctoral Dissertation). Penn State University. Retrieved from https://etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/21110

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Jones, Kristal. “Emerging seed markets, substantive seed economies and integrated seed systems in West Africa: A mixed methods analysis.” 2013. Doctoral Dissertation, Penn State University. Accessed September 19, 2019. https://etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/21110.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Jones, Kristal. “Emerging seed markets, substantive seed economies and integrated seed systems in West Africa: A mixed methods analysis.” 2013. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Jones K. Emerging seed markets, substantive seed economies and integrated seed systems in West Africa: A mixed methods analysis. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. Penn State University; 2013. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: https://etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/21110.

Council of Science Editors:

Jones K. Emerging seed markets, substantive seed economies and integrated seed systems in West Africa: A mixed methods analysis. [Doctoral Dissertation]. Penn State University; 2013. Available from: https://etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/21110

Penn State University

22. Jones, Kristal. Grounds for change: Assessing the efficacy of participatory research and development of agricultural innovations.

Degree: MS, Rural Sociology, 2011, Penn State University

URL: https://etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/12586

► Recent spikes in food prices and subsequent shortages in many developing countries has increased the attention placed on international agricultural research for development. Agricultural programs… (more)

▼ Recent spikes in food prices and subsequent shortages in many developing countries has increased the attention placed on international agricultural research for development. Agricultural programs have followed the general trends in development practice over the past several decades, beginning with a market-based, top-down approach to technology creation and diffusion. However, alternative approaches to development, which focus on participation as both means to social change and an end goal for social organization, have long been championed by both theorists and practitioners as more just and durable than conventional development practice. Perceptions of participation by all actors in a given project or social space often vary, however, raising questions of how to understand different types of action and engagement within the same participatory spaces, as well as their effects on the community. This paper explores the experiences of farmers and researchers involved with participatory plant breeding projects in Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso, West Africa. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with both farmer and researchers participants in the projects, asking questions of what each individual learned and taught during the projects, as well as how their access to and sharing of information has changed as a result of the collaboration. Based on themes that emerged during the interviews, the paper argues for a typology of participation that is two-fold and dynamic. Participation can be functional or empowering, meeting practical or strategic goals. Farmers’ experience with the participatory plant breeding projects suggest that functional participation occurs in situations of knowledge sharing between researchers and farmers, where information moves vertically and meets immediate, material needs. In contrast, exchanges among farmers themselves, facilitated by the project, result in increased weak ties and the ability to make future choices, a more empowering aspect of the participatory process. Researchers, in contrast, emphasized the two-way communication and sharing of ideas between themselves and farmers, seeing their interactions as moving toward a strategic goal of community-based change. Critics of participation as a means to social change have suggested that this mismatch is precisely the problem with participation – it never occurs on a level playing field, and there will always be certain actors with more institutional power or social status whose knowledge will dominate the collaboration. Nonetheless, this paper suggests that participation is an important first step in moving beyond the top-down research for development paradigm, and explores alternative diffusion models, beyond a classic market-based system, that can build upon and validate the social ties and knowledge created through participatory plant breeding.

Subjects/Keywords: agricultural development; participatory research; West Africa

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Jones, K. (2011). Grounds for change: Assessing the efficacy of participatory research and development of agricultural innovations. (Masters Thesis). Penn State University. Retrieved from https://etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/12586

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Jones, Kristal. “Grounds for change: Assessing the efficacy of participatory research and development of agricultural innovations.” 2011. Masters Thesis, Penn State University. Accessed September 19, 2019. https://etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/12586.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Jones, Kristal. “Grounds for change: Assessing the efficacy of participatory research and development of agricultural innovations.” 2011. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Jones K. Grounds for change: Assessing the efficacy of participatory research and development of agricultural innovations. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Penn State University; 2011. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: https://etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/12586.

Council of Science Editors:

Jones K. Grounds for change: Assessing the efficacy of participatory research and development of agricultural innovations. [Masters Thesis]. Penn State University; 2011. Available from: https://etda.libraries.psu.edu/catalog/12586

University of Manchester

23. Haslett, Sophie Louise. Physical and chemical properties and sources of aerosol across southern West Africa during the monsoon.

Degree: 2018, University of Manchester

URL: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/escholar/uk-ac-man-scw:315377

► Aerosol particles are ubiquitous in the atmosphere and their properties impact on the atmospheric energy balance. They scatter and absorb incoming sunlight and can perturb… (more)

▼ Aerosol particles are ubiquitous in the atmosphere and their properties impact on the atmospheric energy balance. They scatter and absorb incoming sunlight and can perturb cloud microphysical properties, which affects cloud lifetimes and albedo. Africa is one of the worldâ€™s largest sources of aerosol due to both its large deserts and prolific biomass burning during the dry seasons. Nevertheless, the continent's atmosphere has, to date, been among the least studied in the world. The southern coast of West Africa is developing rapidly, with both population and anthropogenic emissions being predicted to increase substantially in coming years. It is therefore becoming ever more important to understand the characteristics of aerosols in this region, which will have consequences for issues as diverse as local health and global climate change. This project addresses this problem in two ways: first, laboratory experiments were carried out to characterise biomass burning aerosol at source. Biomass burning is one of the most poorly understood aerosol sources, but one of the most prevalent in tropical regions. Second, aircraft observations were made in southern West Africa during the Dynamics-Aerosol-Chemistry-Cloud Interactions in West Africa (DACCIWA) field campaign in summer 2016, to observe the broad-scale distribution of chemical and physical aerosol properties. Results were collected in-situ with Aerodyne Aerosol Mass Spectrometers (AMS) and other online aerosol instrumentation; they were considered alongside observations from DACCIWA ground sites and model results. Distinguishable chemical signatures were reliably observed during three phases of combustion events in the laboratory study. This gave insight into the mechanisms linking combustion phases and emissions. Airborne observations in southern West Africa revealed a remarkably consistent background of aged, accumulation mode aerosol present across the region in the boundary layer, including in the region upwind of the cities on the south coast. It was demonstrated that this likely originated from large-scale biomass burning in central and southern Africa, which had become entrained into the boundary layer above the Atlantic and transported north. A second result from the DACCIWA campaign showed that the hygroscopic growth of these particles, due to the high humidity in the region during June and July, more than doubled the mean dry aerosol optical depth. Taken together, these findings shed light on the substantial impacts that biomass burning aerosol, in particular, has on the atmosphere above southern West Africa. Advisors/Committee Members: ALLAN, JAMES JD, Coe, Hugh, Allan, James.

Subjects/Keywords: aerosols; atmospheric science; West Africa; biomass burning

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Haslett, S. L. (2018). Physical and chemical properties and sources of aerosol across southern West Africa during the monsoon. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Manchester. Retrieved from http://www.manchester.ac.uk/escholar/uk-ac-man-scw:315377

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Haslett, Sophie Louise. “Physical and chemical properties and sources of aerosol across southern West Africa during the monsoon.” 2018. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Manchester. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://www.manchester.ac.uk/escholar/uk-ac-man-scw:315377.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Haslett, Sophie Louise. “Physical and chemical properties and sources of aerosol across southern West Africa during the monsoon.” 2018. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Haslett SL. Physical and chemical properties and sources of aerosol across southern West Africa during the monsoon. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Manchester; 2018. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/escholar/uk-ac-man-scw:315377.

Council of Science Editors:

Haslett SL. Physical and chemical properties and sources of aerosol across southern West Africa during the monsoon. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Manchester; 2018. Available from: http://www.manchester.ac.uk/escholar/uk-ac-man-scw:315377

University of Ghana

24. Klutse, C.A. Cultural Exchanges and their implications for Regional Integration in West Africa: A Case Study of Ghana and Nigeria .

Degree: 2018, University of Ghana

URL: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/26601

► Regional integration scholars have written extensively on the role culture plays in the overall success or otherwise of regional integration the world over. The role… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: culture; Regional Integration; Nigeria; West Africa

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Klutse, C. A. (2018). Cultural Exchanges and their implications for Regional Integration in West Africa: A Case Study of Ghana and Nigeria . (Masters Thesis). University of Ghana. Retrieved from http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/26601

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Klutse, C A. “Cultural Exchanges and their implications for Regional Integration in West Africa: A Case Study of Ghana and Nigeria .” 2018. Masters Thesis, University of Ghana. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/26601.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Klutse, C A. “Cultural Exchanges and their implications for Regional Integration in West Africa: A Case Study of Ghana and Nigeria .” 2018. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Klutse CA. Cultural Exchanges and their implications for Regional Integration in West Africa: A Case Study of Ghana and Nigeria . [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Ghana; 2018. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/26601.

Council of Science Editors:

Klutse CA. Cultural Exchanges and their implications for Regional Integration in West Africa: A Case Study of Ghana and Nigeria . [Masters Thesis]. University of Ghana; 2018. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/26601

University of Ghana

25. Edzii, J.A. Is Alternative Dispute Resolution a Solution to Interpersonal and Group Conflicts in West Africa? The Case of Ghana .

Degree: 2018, University of Ghana

URL: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/26549

► Despite great strifes at resolving civil wars and political crisis in West Africa, interpersonal and group conflicts continue to threaten the stability and security of… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: West Africa; Ghana; Group Conflicts; Dispute

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Edzii, J. A. (2018). Is Alternative Dispute Resolution a Solution to Interpersonal and Group Conflicts in West Africa? The Case of Ghana . (Masters Thesis). University of Ghana. Retrieved from http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/26549

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Edzii, J A. “Is Alternative Dispute Resolution a Solution to Interpersonal and Group Conflicts in West Africa? The Case of Ghana .” 2018. Masters Thesis, University of Ghana. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/26549.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Edzii, J A. “Is Alternative Dispute Resolution a Solution to Interpersonal and Group Conflicts in West Africa? The Case of Ghana .” 2018. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Edzii JA. Is Alternative Dispute Resolution a Solution to Interpersonal and Group Conflicts in West Africa? The Case of Ghana . [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Ghana; 2018. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/26549.

Council of Science Editors:

Edzii JA. Is Alternative Dispute Resolution a Solution to Interpersonal and Group Conflicts in West Africa? The Case of Ghana . [Masters Thesis]. University of Ghana; 2018. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/26549

University of Ghana

26. Aliero, M.A. Aspects of the Morphology of C'lela .

Degree: 2013, University of Ghana

URL: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/5195

► The main goal of this study is to describe the morphological properties of C’lela; a Niger-Congo, Western Kainji language spoken in the eastern part of… (more)

▼ The main goal of this study is to describe the morphological properties of C’lela; a Niger-Congo, Western Kainji language spoken in the eastern part of Kebbi State, Nigeria. The study mainly adopted the classic descriptive model of linguistics in particular to explore and highlight the morphological processes and properties of C’lela. The relevant data for the study were sourced mainly from the extant literature on C’lela as well as the field data. By and large, the primary data were corroborated with the secondary sources. The study established that C’lela has distinctive morphological properties akin to other languages across West Africa. C’lela uses prefixes and suffixes on nominal and verbal categories to provide information about number and tense, and equally undergoes the major morphological processes such as compounding, derivation, affixation, and reduplication. In terms of derivation it was revealed that though derivational processes in C’lela are analyzable mainly on the principles of concatenative morphology where prefixes and suffixes are in concatenative relationship with their host stems, the language also lends itself to non-concatenative morphology, where the internal stem- vowel, instead of affixes, contains the syntactic and semantic information in the derivation. This suggests that C’lela has a derivational system that exploits affixation, as well as internal modification. With regard to compounding, it emerged that C’lela is an endocentric but a left-headed language. It was also realized that the language exhibits both partial and complete reduplications, which in most cases are lexical and semantic in function. It was particularly noted that the complete reduplication of verbs that contain heavy-initial disyllabic stems in C’lela are accompanied by phonological operations such as syllable truncation and imbrication. The study while illustrating the chief morphological processes inherent in C’lela, endeavored to examine and highlight the various phonological processes that are often triggered when stems come into contact with affixes or when compounding and/or reduplication take place. These morphophonological processes include but are not limited to; vowel copying, vowel lengthening, vowel deletion, metathesis, vowel lowering, complementary distribution, syllable truncation, and imbrication. Advisors/Committee Members: Saah, K.K (advisor), Amfo, N.A.A (advisor), Duthie, A.S (advisor).

Subjects/Keywords: Morphology; C'lela; West Africa Languages; Niger-Congo

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Aliero, M. A. (2013). Aspects of the Morphology of C'lela . (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Ghana. Retrieved from http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/5195

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Aliero, M A. “Aspects of the Morphology of C'lela .” 2013. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Ghana. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/5195.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Aliero, M A. “Aspects of the Morphology of C'lela .” 2013. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Aliero MA. Aspects of the Morphology of C'lela . [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Ghana; 2013. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/5195.

Council of Science Editors:

Aliero MA. Aspects of the Morphology of C'lela . [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Ghana; 2013. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/5195

University of Ghana

27. Edzii, J.A. Is Alternate Dispute Resolution a solution to interpersonal and group Conflicts in West Africa? The case of Ghana .

Degree: 2018, University of Ghana

URL: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27295

► Despite great strifes at resolving civil wars and political crisis in West Africa, interpersonal and group conflicts continue to threaten the stability and security of… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR); Conflicts; West Africa

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Edzii, J. A. (2018). Is Alternate Dispute Resolution a solution to interpersonal and group Conflicts in West Africa? The case of Ghana . (Masters Thesis). University of Ghana. Retrieved from http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27295

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Edzii, J A. “Is Alternate Dispute Resolution a solution to interpersonal and group Conflicts in West Africa? The case of Ghana .” 2018. Masters Thesis, University of Ghana. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27295.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Edzii, J A. “Is Alternate Dispute Resolution a solution to interpersonal and group Conflicts in West Africa? The case of Ghana .” 2018. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Edzii JA. Is Alternate Dispute Resolution a solution to interpersonal and group Conflicts in West Africa? The case of Ghana . [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Ghana; 2018. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27295.

Council of Science Editors:

Edzii JA. Is Alternate Dispute Resolution a solution to interpersonal and group Conflicts in West Africa? The case of Ghana . [Masters Thesis]. University of Ghana; 2018. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27295

University of Ghana

28. Edzii, J.A. Is Alternative Dispute Resolution a Solution to Interpersonal and Group Conflicts in West Africa? The Case of Ghana.

Degree: 2018, University of Ghana

URL: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27617

► Despite great strifes at resolving civil wars and political crisis in West Africa, interpersonal and group conflicts continue to threaten the stability and security of… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Alternative Dispute Resolution; Conflicts; West Africa; Ghana.

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Edzii, J. A. (2018). Is Alternative Dispute Resolution a Solution to Interpersonal and Group Conflicts in West Africa? The Case of Ghana. (Masters Thesis). University of Ghana. Retrieved from http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27617

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Edzii, J A. “Is Alternative Dispute Resolution a Solution to Interpersonal and Group Conflicts in West Africa? The Case of Ghana. ” 2018. Masters Thesis, University of Ghana. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27617.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Edzii, J A. “Is Alternative Dispute Resolution a Solution to Interpersonal and Group Conflicts in West Africa? The Case of Ghana. ” 2018. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Edzii JA. Is Alternative Dispute Resolution a Solution to Interpersonal and Group Conflicts in West Africa? The Case of Ghana. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Ghana; 2018. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27617.

Council of Science Editors:

Edzii JA. Is Alternative Dispute Resolution a Solution to Interpersonal and Group Conflicts in West Africa? The Case of Ghana. [Masters Thesis]. University of Ghana; 2018. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27617

University of Ghana

29. Edzii, J.A. Is Alternate Dispute Resolution A Solution To Interpersonal And Group Conflicts In West Africa? The Case of Ghana.

Degree: 2018, University of Ghana

URL: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27394

► Despite great strifes at resolving civil wars and political crisis in West Africa, interpersonal and group conflicts continue to threaten the stability and security of… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Alternate Dispute Resolution; Conflicts; West Africa; Ghana

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Edzii, J. A. (2018). Is Alternate Dispute Resolution A Solution To Interpersonal And Group Conflicts In West Africa? The Case of Ghana. (Masters Thesis). University of Ghana. Retrieved from http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27394

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Edzii, J A. “Is Alternate Dispute Resolution A Solution To Interpersonal And Group Conflicts In West Africa? The Case of Ghana. ” 2018. Masters Thesis, University of Ghana. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27394.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Edzii, J A. “Is Alternate Dispute Resolution A Solution To Interpersonal And Group Conflicts In West Africa? The Case of Ghana. ” 2018. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Edzii JA. Is Alternate Dispute Resolution A Solution To Interpersonal And Group Conflicts In West Africa? The Case of Ghana. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Ghana; 2018. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27394.

Council of Science Editors:

Edzii JA. Is Alternate Dispute Resolution A Solution To Interpersonal And Group Conflicts In West Africa? The Case of Ghana. [Masters Thesis]. University of Ghana; 2018. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27394

University of Ghana

30. Opoku-Adusei, R.K. State Behaviour and Rebellion in West Africa: A Case Study of La Côte D’ivoire .

Degree: 2013, University of Ghana

URL: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27543

► This study appraised the impact of state behaviour on rebellion in La Côte d’Ivoire. It was occasioned by the continued recurrence of rebellion in that… (more)

▼ This study appraised the impact of state behaviour on rebellion in La Côte d’Ivoire. It was occasioned by the continued recurrence of rebellion in that country, despite efforts at ensuring peace. Rebellion undermines political and socio-economic development; hence the need to investigate the extent to which state behaviour has contributed to rebellion in La Côte d’Ivoire. The research set out three objectives. First, it sought to examine the relationship between state behaviour and rebellion. Secondly, it was to identify the role of political leadership in the rebellion in La Côte d’Ivoire. Finally, it was to propose sustainable strategies to control rebellion in La Côte d’Ivoire. The scope of the study centered on La Côte d’Ivoire and focuses on rebellion as a consequence of dreadful state behaviour. The time frame was restricted to 1993 and 2011. The research adopted the content analysis method, using primary and secondary data from individuals, the internet, and libraries. Its major finding was that undemocratic behaviour of the political elites such as the introduction of “Ivoirite”, redrafting of the electoral code, election malpractices and bad governance led to the rebellion. The study looked at the peaceful and stable atmosphere the Houphouet-Boigny-led government sustained from independence to 1993. Of particular interest was his ability to maintain stability with the policy of “reconciliation” during the latter part of his reign, when the country encountered political turbulence occasioned by economic recession. The research held that the rebellion in La Côte d’Ivoire was a direct consequence of the behaviour of succeeding political leaders towards their citizens. Accordingly, the work viewed state behaviour in La Côte d’Ivoire as those tendencies or traits that generated conflict between governments and their citizens, mainly engendered by incompetent leadership. It was also discovered that, states confronted with incidents of rebellion tackled them by adopting autocratic tendencies. The study concluded that rather than adopt coercive force against aggrieved citizens, the Ivorian Government should institute policies aimed at uniting the different ethnic, religious, political, and interest groups within the country by developing politics of multicultural integration. It should also adopt enhancement strategies like conflict prevention, peace promotion, the consolidation of good behaviour, and democratic practice aimed at eliminating conflicts to facilitate socio-political and economic development. The Government of La Côte d’Ivoire should also ensure that power and resources are equitably distributed to avoid perceived marginalisation of minority ethnic or interest groups. The ECOWAS Secretariat should ensure capacity-building for early warning and conflict management strategies of the sub-region in order to eliminate conflicts and promote development. Finally, the International Criminal Court (ICC) should indict key political figures who lead atrocities against civilians to serve as deterrent to others.

Subjects/Keywords: Behaviour; Rebellion; West Africa; La Côte D’ivoire

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APA (6^th Edition):

Opoku-Adusei, R. K. (2013). State Behaviour and Rebellion in West Africa: A Case Study of La Côte D’ivoire . (Masters Thesis). University of Ghana. Retrieved from http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27543

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Opoku-Adusei, R K. “State Behaviour and Rebellion in West Africa: A Case Study of La Côte D’ivoire .” 2013. Masters Thesis, University of Ghana. Accessed September 19, 2019. http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27543.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Opoku-Adusei, R K. “State Behaviour and Rebellion in West Africa: A Case Study of La Côte D’ivoire .” 2013. Web. 19 Sep 2019.

Vancouver:

Opoku-Adusei RK. State Behaviour and Rebellion in West Africa: A Case Study of La Côte D’ivoire . [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Ghana; 2013. [cited 2019 Sep 19]. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27543.

Council of Science Editors:

Opoku-Adusei RK. State Behaviour and Rebellion in West Africa: A Case Study of La Côte D’ivoire . [Masters Thesis]. University of Ghana; 2013. Available from: http://ugspace.ug.edu.gh/handle/123456789/27543

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