A content analysis of fan perceptions of the South African soap opera 7de Laan
- Authors: Tsewu, Xola
- Date: 2021-05
- Subjects: Television soap operas , Television program genres
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/23226 , vital:56477
- Description: Soap operas are no longer only televised but the producers or content creators are branching out to other media, to make their content available to all kinds of audience. Increasingly, soap opera episodes can be shared not only on TV but also on the internet and this means its audience reach is extended. The focus of the study was on online audience of the South African soap opera 7de Laan, this exploratory study was conducted to assess the participation and activities of an online fan community. The study focused on a convenience sample of 10 asynchronous commentary forums attached to the 7de Laan YouTube channel. The sample included 1011 participants collectively providing 2312 comments. User names are not used in this study. The study intended to achieve the following objectives: 1. To conduct a qualitative content analysis of references to characters during the course of the ten episodes; 2. To find out what the users say about those characters and the plots in which they occur; and 3. To measure the coding in order to gain an impression of the interests and concerns of participants making up the online audience with respect to the soap opera narrative. The data set was coded and explored by means of the Qualitative data analysis programme NVivo 10. The raw material was collated into individual files for each participant, and imported into analysis programme. The analysis proceeded as three stages. The first stage revealed those characters that interested participants, ranging from those who attracted the most interest, to those who attracted the least. The second stage aimed to find out what themes coincided with these characters. The third stage aimed to find out what participants through about the soap opera 7de Laan itself. These stages correspond to three sets of appendices. The findings show a close correspondence between the relative airing of the five sub-plots that constitute the soap opera narrative, and the interest that online audience participants show through their comments. , Thesis (MSoc Sci) (Communication) --Faculty of Social Science and Humanities , 2021
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- Authors: Tsewu, Xola
- Date: 2021-05
- Subjects: Television soap operas , Television program genres
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/23226 , vital:56477
- Description: Soap operas are no longer only televised but the producers or content creators are branching out to other media, to make their content available to all kinds of audience. Increasingly, soap opera episodes can be shared not only on TV but also on the internet and this means its audience reach is extended. The focus of the study was on online audience of the South African soap opera 7de Laan, this exploratory study was conducted to assess the participation and activities of an online fan community. The study focused on a convenience sample of 10 asynchronous commentary forums attached to the 7de Laan YouTube channel. The sample included 1011 participants collectively providing 2312 comments. User names are not used in this study. The study intended to achieve the following objectives: 1. To conduct a qualitative content analysis of references to characters during the course of the ten episodes; 2. To find out what the users say about those characters and the plots in which they occur; and 3. To measure the coding in order to gain an impression of the interests and concerns of participants making up the online audience with respect to the soap opera narrative. The data set was coded and explored by means of the Qualitative data analysis programme NVivo 10. The raw material was collated into individual files for each participant, and imported into analysis programme. The analysis proceeded as three stages. The first stage revealed those characters that interested participants, ranging from those who attracted the most interest, to those who attracted the least. The second stage aimed to find out what themes coincided with these characters. The third stage aimed to find out what participants through about the soap opera 7de Laan itself. These stages correspond to three sets of appendices. The findings show a close correspondence between the relative airing of the five sub-plots that constitute the soap opera narrative, and the interest that online audience participants show through their comments. , Thesis (MSoc Sci) (Communication) --Faculty of Social Science and Humanities , 2021
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An evaluation of agricultural extension as a measure to improve broad-based Black economic empowerment in -the Eastern Cape Province: the case of orTambo District Municipality.
- Authors: Mambila, Lawrence Nzimeni
- Date: 2021-05
- Subjects: Food security , Agricultural extension work , Land tenure
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/21333 , vital:48486
- Description: This research evaluates the extent to which broad-based black economic empowerment has been achieved as a result of the implementation of different agricultural · extension programmes in Mthatha. The overall analysis and interpretation of the findings imply that to a significant extent, broad-based black economic empowerment has been_ achieved as a result of the implementation of different agricultural extension programmes in Mthatha. This is attributable to the fact that as much as some of the respondents disagreed, most of the - 97 sampled farmers were also ·found to agree that the implementation of different agricultural extension programmes in Mthatha has influenced increased farm ownership by black farmers increase in land ownership by black farmers, the development of farming skills of black farmers and increased embracement of agriculture, as a business. Some of the sampled 97 farmers also acknowledged that such agricultural extension programmes have influenced improvement in productivity and production to boost the socio-economic development of the communities in Mthatha, expansion of numerous employment opportunities .to catalyse increase in sources of income for communities in Mthatha and improvement in food security to leverage the economic independence of communities in Mthatha. However, despite some significant progress, findings imply that there are challenges that are marring the achievement of broad-based black economic empowerment. It emerged from the findings that challenges of implementation of agricultural extension programmes, as mechanisms for achieving broad-based black economic empowerment in Mthatha, arise from lack of financial capital, poor support from government, low motivation among the population and emergence of natural calamities such as stronger sunshine that causes draught. To address the above challenges, the survey explored the opinions of the participants on intervention measures that can be undertaken. The survey results indicated that measures used for ensuring that the implementation of agricultural extension programmes impact on the improvement of broad-based black economic empowerment encompass constant training and visit by agricultural specialists from Mthatha Department of Agriculture, the use of ordinary farmers as trainers, encouragement of farmers to form groups, as a basis for training community members and frequent intervention from the district, if needed. , Thesis (MCom) (Development Studies) -- University of Fort Hare, 2021
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- Authors: Mambila, Lawrence Nzimeni
- Date: 2021-05
- Subjects: Food security , Agricultural extension work , Land tenure
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/21333 , vital:48486
- Description: This research evaluates the extent to which broad-based black economic empowerment has been achieved as a result of the implementation of different agricultural · extension programmes in Mthatha. The overall analysis and interpretation of the findings imply that to a significant extent, broad-based black economic empowerment has been_ achieved as a result of the implementation of different agricultural extension programmes in Mthatha. This is attributable to the fact that as much as some of the respondents disagreed, most of the - 97 sampled farmers were also ·found to agree that the implementation of different agricultural extension programmes in Mthatha has influenced increased farm ownership by black farmers increase in land ownership by black farmers, the development of farming skills of black farmers and increased embracement of agriculture, as a business. Some of the sampled 97 farmers also acknowledged that such agricultural extension programmes have influenced improvement in productivity and production to boost the socio-economic development of the communities in Mthatha, expansion of numerous employment opportunities .to catalyse increase in sources of income for communities in Mthatha and improvement in food security to leverage the economic independence of communities in Mthatha. However, despite some significant progress, findings imply that there are challenges that are marring the achievement of broad-based black economic empowerment. It emerged from the findings that challenges of implementation of agricultural extension programmes, as mechanisms for achieving broad-based black economic empowerment in Mthatha, arise from lack of financial capital, poor support from government, low motivation among the population and emergence of natural calamities such as stronger sunshine that causes draught. To address the above challenges, the survey explored the opinions of the participants on intervention measures that can be undertaken. The survey results indicated that measures used for ensuring that the implementation of agricultural extension programmes impact on the improvement of broad-based black economic empowerment encompass constant training and visit by agricultural specialists from Mthatha Department of Agriculture, the use of ordinary farmers as trainers, encouragement of farmers to form groups, as a basis for training community members and frequent intervention from the district, if needed. , Thesis (MCom) (Development Studies) -- University of Fort Hare, 2021
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Application of geophysical methods to investigate the subsurface geology of Kuruman and Kono areas in Griqualand West Basin, South Africa
- Authors: Mthintweni, Sylvia Lwandisa
- Date: 2021-05
- Subjects: Geology , Soil surveys--Geophysical methods
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/22555 , vital:52456
- Description: Kono and Kuruman areas belong to the geology of the Campbell Rand and Asbestos Hills Subgroups, Ghaap Group in the Griqualand West Basin. Campbell Rand Subgroup comprises interbedded chert, limestone and dolomite rocks of dominantly the Kogelbeen Formation covered with a thick regolith of red sand and weathered material. The Asbestos Hills Subgroup consists of a banded iron formation (BIF) of the Kuruman Formation overlain by the Kalahari sands. Petrographic and mineralogical analyses and various geophysical methods were utilised to investigate the surface and subsurface conditions of the study areas. This study was done to characterize and understand the geology of Kuruman and Kono and identify the structural lineaments. Rock samples of varying lithology were collected in the field for laboratory analyses that include preparation of thin sections and petrographic analyses and density and porosity determinations. Both the petrographic results and XRF analyses revealed that iron oxide (Fe2O3) and silica (SiO2) are the most abundant minerals in BIF. Iron oxide and silica percentages range between 21.17-39.97 wt % and 59.03-78.01 wt %, respectively. BIF has an average density of 3.0 g/cm3 and porosity of 2.51% and dolomite has an average density of 2.8 g/cm3 and porosity of 0.17%. The Bouguer anomaly values range between - 119.00 mGal and -1 17.29 mGals. High gravity anomalies are attributed to shallow fresh bedrock and this was confirmed by the seismic line that cuts across the map. The gravity high observed in the Kuruman profile coincides with the thick BIF body observed in the field. The gravity analytic signal indicates a width of about 1125 m for the BIF and inferred two normal faults at about 675 m and 1500 m. The high magnetic anomalies in the ground magnetic map correspond to chert rich dolomite ridges in the field and the intermediate to lows correspond to dolomitic terrains. A geological map was superimposed on an aeromagnetic map to correlate the two. The linear magnetic high trending from NW – SE coincide with BIF. Older dykes trending east-west were intruded by younger dykes trending north-south. The total counts channel map for Kono area shows the measured total gamma radiation count in the study area and the concentrations of radioelements range between 51.84 and 94.64 counts/sec. The concentrations of potassium, thorium and uranium range from 0.12 – 0.51%, 0.83 – 5.23 ppm and 0.06 – 2.27 ppm, respectively. A high concentration of radiometric elements cutting through the central part of the map stretching from northwest to southeast was observed in a ternary map and this could be associated with chert rich dolomite outcrops. Seismic refraction tomography (SRT) cross-section for study area 1 in Kono revealed 3 different layers. The topmost layer comprises sand and loose material and has a velocity ranging from 614 – 1194 m/s. It is underlain by highly to slightly weathered dolomite with a velocity that ranges from 1774 – 2354 m/s. Layer 3 is the fresh bedrock dolomite and has a velocity of 2934 m/s. Three layers were observed in study area 2 for Kuruman. Layer 1 had a velocity of 300 – 750 m/s, the second layer had a velocity of 1200 – 2100 m/s and the bottom layer’s velocity was 2500 – 2999 m/s. An inferred fault is indicated on the western side of the seismic section at about 650 m. The dipole-dipole resistivity model for the main survey line in Kono revealed that the area is underlain by fractured bedrock with high resistivity in places. A thick conductive stratum was observed at the beginning of the line. The resistivity models for the sinkhole in Kono were characterized into three resistivity zones. High resistivity values (1000 – 134202 Ωm) are due to slightly weathered to fresh bedrock, intermediate values (24 – 5770 Ωm) are interpreted to be due to highly weathered dolomite and compacted dolomitic soils and very low resistivity zones (4 – 397 Ωm) are inferred to be karstic cavities. , Thesis (MSc) -- Faculty of Science and Agriculture, 2021
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- Authors: Mthintweni, Sylvia Lwandisa
- Date: 2021-05
- Subjects: Geology , Soil surveys--Geophysical methods
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/22555 , vital:52456
- Description: Kono and Kuruman areas belong to the geology of the Campbell Rand and Asbestos Hills Subgroups, Ghaap Group in the Griqualand West Basin. Campbell Rand Subgroup comprises interbedded chert, limestone and dolomite rocks of dominantly the Kogelbeen Formation covered with a thick regolith of red sand and weathered material. The Asbestos Hills Subgroup consists of a banded iron formation (BIF) of the Kuruman Formation overlain by the Kalahari sands. Petrographic and mineralogical analyses and various geophysical methods were utilised to investigate the surface and subsurface conditions of the study areas. This study was done to characterize and understand the geology of Kuruman and Kono and identify the structural lineaments. Rock samples of varying lithology were collected in the field for laboratory analyses that include preparation of thin sections and petrographic analyses and density and porosity determinations. Both the petrographic results and XRF analyses revealed that iron oxide (Fe2O3) and silica (SiO2) are the most abundant minerals in BIF. Iron oxide and silica percentages range between 21.17-39.97 wt % and 59.03-78.01 wt %, respectively. BIF has an average density of 3.0 g/cm3 and porosity of 2.51% and dolomite has an average density of 2.8 g/cm3 and porosity of 0.17%. The Bouguer anomaly values range between - 119.00 mGal and -1 17.29 mGals. High gravity anomalies are attributed to shallow fresh bedrock and this was confirmed by the seismic line that cuts across the map. The gravity high observed in the Kuruman profile coincides with the thick BIF body observed in the field. The gravity analytic signal indicates a width of about 1125 m for the BIF and inferred two normal faults at about 675 m and 1500 m. The high magnetic anomalies in the ground magnetic map correspond to chert rich dolomite ridges in the field and the intermediate to lows correspond to dolomitic terrains. A geological map was superimposed on an aeromagnetic map to correlate the two. The linear magnetic high trending from NW – SE coincide with BIF. Older dykes trending east-west were intruded by younger dykes trending north-south. The total counts channel map for Kono area shows the measured total gamma radiation count in the study area and the concentrations of radioelements range between 51.84 and 94.64 counts/sec. The concentrations of potassium, thorium and uranium range from 0.12 – 0.51%, 0.83 – 5.23 ppm and 0.06 – 2.27 ppm, respectively. A high concentration of radiometric elements cutting through the central part of the map stretching from northwest to southeast was observed in a ternary map and this could be associated with chert rich dolomite outcrops. Seismic refraction tomography (SRT) cross-section for study area 1 in Kono revealed 3 different layers. The topmost layer comprises sand and loose material and has a velocity ranging from 614 – 1194 m/s. It is underlain by highly to slightly weathered dolomite with a velocity that ranges from 1774 – 2354 m/s. Layer 3 is the fresh bedrock dolomite and has a velocity of 2934 m/s. Three layers were observed in study area 2 for Kuruman. Layer 1 had a velocity of 300 – 750 m/s, the second layer had a velocity of 1200 – 2100 m/s and the bottom layer’s velocity was 2500 – 2999 m/s. An inferred fault is indicated on the western side of the seismic section at about 650 m. The dipole-dipole resistivity model for the main survey line in Kono revealed that the area is underlain by fractured bedrock with high resistivity in places. A thick conductive stratum was observed at the beginning of the line. The resistivity models for the sinkhole in Kono were characterized into three resistivity zones. High resistivity values (1000 – 134202 Ωm) are due to slightly weathered to fresh bedrock, intermediate values (24 – 5770 Ωm) are interpreted to be due to highly weathered dolomite and compacted dolomitic soils and very low resistivity zones (4 – 397 Ωm) are inferred to be karstic cavities. , Thesis (MSc) -- Faculty of Science and Agriculture, 2021
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Assessing Drought Conditions using NDVI, Land Surface Temperature and Precipitation in Amathole District Municipality, Eastern Cape, Province, South Africa
- Authors: Dyosi, Masonwabe
- Date: 2021-05
- Subjects: Remote sensing , Earth sciences--Remote sensing
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/20793 , vital:46570
- Description: The world is faced with unprecedented environmental changes, which can be linked to population growth, and economic development. Several studies have indicated that these changes are likely to accelerate in the future and cause adverse impact on the environment. To this end, the Eastern Cape Province and in particular the Amathole District Municipality (ADM) has recorded high number of climate change related disasters such as prolonged drought conditions witnessed during the winter season of 2008, 2009, 2014 and 2015 among others. To this end, this study aimed to use remote sensing imagery to assess and document drought occurrences in the ADM from 2007 to 2017. To accomplish the aim, the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index, Land Surface Temperature and Precipitation were explored to assess drought spatiotemporal occurrences. To assess the relationship between abovementioned variables, the Pearson’s correlation was used. For the analysis a total of 396 satellite imagery (MODIS NDVI and Land Surface Temperature as well as TRMM precipitation) were used. The study results revealed that different correlations exist between the three variables. The strength of correlations differed by season. Furthermore, it was revealed that the drought conditions in the district differed in the spatial distribution. The study accurately identified the drought episodes which occurred in the ADM in the years 2008, 2009, 2014, 2015 and 2016. The chosen methodology and variables proved to be suitable for analysing drought conditions offering space and temporal variation dimension, which is vital in monitoring disasters such as drought. , Thesis (MSc) (Geography) -- University of Fort Hare, 2021
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- Authors: Dyosi, Masonwabe
- Date: 2021-05
- Subjects: Remote sensing , Earth sciences--Remote sensing
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/20793 , vital:46570
- Description: The world is faced with unprecedented environmental changes, which can be linked to population growth, and economic development. Several studies have indicated that these changes are likely to accelerate in the future and cause adverse impact on the environment. To this end, the Eastern Cape Province and in particular the Amathole District Municipality (ADM) has recorded high number of climate change related disasters such as prolonged drought conditions witnessed during the winter season of 2008, 2009, 2014 and 2015 among others. To this end, this study aimed to use remote sensing imagery to assess and document drought occurrences in the ADM from 2007 to 2017. To accomplish the aim, the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index, Land Surface Temperature and Precipitation were explored to assess drought spatiotemporal occurrences. To assess the relationship between abovementioned variables, the Pearson’s correlation was used. For the analysis a total of 396 satellite imagery (MODIS NDVI and Land Surface Temperature as well as TRMM precipitation) were used. The study results revealed that different correlations exist between the three variables. The strength of correlations differed by season. Furthermore, it was revealed that the drought conditions in the district differed in the spatial distribution. The study accurately identified the drought episodes which occurred in the ADM in the years 2008, 2009, 2014, 2015 and 2016. The chosen methodology and variables proved to be suitable for analysing drought conditions offering space and temporal variation dimension, which is vital in monitoring disasters such as drought. , Thesis (MSc) (Geography) -- University of Fort Hare, 2021
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Development of a Mobile-Based Livestock Breeding Management System for Communal Farmers in Eastern Cape, South Africa
- Authors: Aduradola, Oluwatobi John
- Date: 2021-05
- Subjects: Mobile communication systems , Mobile computing
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/20600 , vital:46364
- Description: More than a decade ago, South Africa realized the significance of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and its use in delivering several services; there are still several challenges that block implementing an ICT-based system to deliver services and information better. Since communal development is still one of the country's biggest concerns, ICT is among several advances and views recognized for speeding up communal development and providing for the country's economic growth. This research aimed to investigate and implement ICT tools for communal farmers in the context of information needs and information dissemination. The research concentrated on the technical tools and skills needed to implement an ICT tool for communal farmers and other stakeholders. A prototyping methodology was used in this research in the development of the required prototype. A study was then conducted to understand the present state and the information needs of communal farmers where the questionnaire was administered. The research results demonstrated the critical need for communal farmers to get information timely at their convenience. A mobile database system was then designed and developed that suits communal farmers' nature. This system was an offline android application that assists with their information need and its dissemination, and it allows the sharing of the communal farmer's data to other stakeholders. , Thesis (MSc) (Computer Science)-- University of Fort Hare, 2021
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- Authors: Aduradola, Oluwatobi John
- Date: 2021-05
- Subjects: Mobile communication systems , Mobile computing
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/20600 , vital:46364
- Description: More than a decade ago, South Africa realized the significance of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and its use in delivering several services; there are still several challenges that block implementing an ICT-based system to deliver services and information better. Since communal development is still one of the country's biggest concerns, ICT is among several advances and views recognized for speeding up communal development and providing for the country's economic growth. This research aimed to investigate and implement ICT tools for communal farmers in the context of information needs and information dissemination. The research concentrated on the technical tools and skills needed to implement an ICT tool for communal farmers and other stakeholders. A prototyping methodology was used in this research in the development of the required prototype. A study was then conducted to understand the present state and the information needs of communal farmers where the questionnaire was administered. The research results demonstrated the critical need for communal farmers to get information timely at their convenience. A mobile database system was then designed and developed that suits communal farmers' nature. This system was an offline android application that assists with their information need and its dissemination, and it allows the sharing of the communal farmer's data to other stakeholders. , Thesis (MSc) (Computer Science)-- University of Fort Hare, 2021
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Modelling internet network intrusion detection in smart city ecosystems
- Authors: Mfenguza, Wandisa
- Date: 2021-05
- Subjects: Ecosystem management , Smart cities
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/22501 , vital:52382
- Description: Smart city systems are intended to enhance the lives of citizens through the design of systems that promote resource efficiency and the real-time provisioning of resources in cities. The benefits offered by smart cities include the use of internet of things (IoT) sensors to gather useful data such as power demand to inhibit blackouts and the average speed of vehicles to alleviate traffic congestion. Nonetheless, earlier studies have indicated a substantial increase in cyber-security issues due to the increase in the deployment of smart city ecosystems. Consequently, IoT cyber-security is recognised as an area that requires crucial scrutiny. This study begins by investigating the current state of intrusion detection in smart city ecosystems. Current intrusion detection frameworks lack the capability to operate under extremely limiting settings such as conditions of low processing power and fast response times. Moreover, the study also identifies that, despite intrusion detection being a highly researched thematic area, a plethora of previous studies tend to propose intrusion detection frameworks that are more suitable for traditional computer networks rather than wireless sensor networks (WSNs) which consist of heterogeneous settings with diverse devices and communication protocols. Subsequently, this study developed two candidate deep learning models, namely a convolutional neural network (CNN) and a long short-term memory (LSTM) network and presents evidence on their robustness and predictive power. Results have indicated that, unlike the CNN model, the LSTM model can quickly converge and offer high predictive power without the vigorous application of regularisation techniques. The proposed LSTM classification model obtained a remarkable 100% in detection rates and further reported 0% in false alarm and false negative rates. This study gives a broad overview of the current state of intrusion detection mechanisms for smart city ecosystems to guide future studies. The study also demonstrates that existing intrusion detection systems (IDSs) can be enhanced through the development of more robust and lightweight models that offer high detection rates and minimal false alarm rates to prevent security risks in smart city ecosystems to ensure sustainable and safe smart cities. , Thesis (MSc) -- Faculty of Science and Agriculture, 2021
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- Authors: Mfenguza, Wandisa
- Date: 2021-05
- Subjects: Ecosystem management , Smart cities
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/22501 , vital:52382
- Description: Smart city systems are intended to enhance the lives of citizens through the design of systems that promote resource efficiency and the real-time provisioning of resources in cities. The benefits offered by smart cities include the use of internet of things (IoT) sensors to gather useful data such as power demand to inhibit blackouts and the average speed of vehicles to alleviate traffic congestion. Nonetheless, earlier studies have indicated a substantial increase in cyber-security issues due to the increase in the deployment of smart city ecosystems. Consequently, IoT cyber-security is recognised as an area that requires crucial scrutiny. This study begins by investigating the current state of intrusion detection in smart city ecosystems. Current intrusion detection frameworks lack the capability to operate under extremely limiting settings such as conditions of low processing power and fast response times. Moreover, the study also identifies that, despite intrusion detection being a highly researched thematic area, a plethora of previous studies tend to propose intrusion detection frameworks that are more suitable for traditional computer networks rather than wireless sensor networks (WSNs) which consist of heterogeneous settings with diverse devices and communication protocols. Subsequently, this study developed two candidate deep learning models, namely a convolutional neural network (CNN) and a long short-term memory (LSTM) network and presents evidence on their robustness and predictive power. Results have indicated that, unlike the CNN model, the LSTM model can quickly converge and offer high predictive power without the vigorous application of regularisation techniques. The proposed LSTM classification model obtained a remarkable 100% in detection rates and further reported 0% in false alarm and false negative rates. This study gives a broad overview of the current state of intrusion detection mechanisms for smart city ecosystems to guide future studies. The study also demonstrates that existing intrusion detection systems (IDSs) can be enhanced through the development of more robust and lightweight models that offer high detection rates and minimal false alarm rates to prevent security risks in smart city ecosystems to ensure sustainable and safe smart cities. , Thesis (MSc) -- Faculty of Science and Agriculture, 2021
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Raising a child with an intellectual disability in a township: The lived experiences of black South African parents
- Authors: Sothoane, Relebogile Happy
- Date: 2021-05
- Subjects: Intelligence levels , Intellectual disability , Developmental disabilities
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/23238 , vital:56483
- Description: This study was conducted to explore and understand how black South African parents residing in a township, experience raising a child with an intellectual disability. It was important to investigate this under-researched phenomenon to have a holistic understanding of the personal experiences and meanings that black South African parents have over the years attached to, and experienced in their journeys of raising a child with intellectual impairments in low economic areas. An Interpretive qualitative approach was adopted to explore and understand the experiences of raising a child with an intellectual disability in a township by black South African parents. Non-probability snowball and purposive sampling methods were used to develop the sample for this study. Four parents residing in two townships (Mdantsane and Ducan Village) around the Buffalo City Municipality which is situated in the Eastern Cape province participated in this study. Data was collected through personal, face to face and individual interviews which were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. Braun and Clarke’s six steps of thematic analysis was employed to analyse the data that was collected. The results of this study showed that raising children with intellectual disabilities in a township is challenging. Parents tend to feel that they are alone on this journey because of the lack of support, acceptance and understanding they receive from family members, the community and even teachers. Furthermore, the study found that being financially disadvantaged is a challenge when it comes to raising a child with an intellectual disability. Participants in this study indicated that the unconditional love they have for their children motivates them daily to raise their children and that they have hopes and dreams for their children despite the children’s impairments. This study recommends that the department of education hold more psychoeducation workshops on intellectual disability, especially for teachers in mainstream and inclusive schools who educate children with intellectual disabilities. Furthermore, more awareness campaigns in townships to educate the community on intellectual disability are recommended. , Thesis (MSoc Sci) (Counselling Psychology) --Faculty of Social Science and Humanities, 2021
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- Authors: Sothoane, Relebogile Happy
- Date: 2021-05
- Subjects: Intelligence levels , Intellectual disability , Developmental disabilities
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/23238 , vital:56483
- Description: This study was conducted to explore and understand how black South African parents residing in a township, experience raising a child with an intellectual disability. It was important to investigate this under-researched phenomenon to have a holistic understanding of the personal experiences and meanings that black South African parents have over the years attached to, and experienced in their journeys of raising a child with intellectual impairments in low economic areas. An Interpretive qualitative approach was adopted to explore and understand the experiences of raising a child with an intellectual disability in a township by black South African parents. Non-probability snowball and purposive sampling methods were used to develop the sample for this study. Four parents residing in two townships (Mdantsane and Ducan Village) around the Buffalo City Municipality which is situated in the Eastern Cape province participated in this study. Data was collected through personal, face to face and individual interviews which were audio-recorded and transcribed verbatim. Braun and Clarke’s six steps of thematic analysis was employed to analyse the data that was collected. The results of this study showed that raising children with intellectual disabilities in a township is challenging. Parents tend to feel that they are alone on this journey because of the lack of support, acceptance and understanding they receive from family members, the community and even teachers. Furthermore, the study found that being financially disadvantaged is a challenge when it comes to raising a child with an intellectual disability. Participants in this study indicated that the unconditional love they have for their children motivates them daily to raise their children and that they have hopes and dreams for their children despite the children’s impairments. This study recommends that the department of education hold more psychoeducation workshops on intellectual disability, especially for teachers in mainstream and inclusive schools who educate children with intellectual disabilities. Furthermore, more awareness campaigns in townships to educate the community on intellectual disability are recommended. , Thesis (MSoc Sci) (Counselling Psychology) --Faculty of Social Science and Humanities, 2021
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Transition experiences from student to nascent Entreprenuership: a narrative analysis.
- Authors: Soda, Ruth
- Date: 2021-05
- Subjects: Business education. , Entrepreneurship. , Career development.
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/22323 , vital:52023
- Description: Orientation: South Africa is facing an increase in the unemployment rate. This has affected many youths, particularly the graduates of South Africa. In a quest to better their lives, many of them are engaging in nascent entrepreneurship. Although they are facing challenges in the journey, they are managing to devise solutions that work for their success. Research purpose: The main purpose of this research was to explore the transition experiences from student to nascent entrepreneur. The secondary aims included: i) investigating the journey (experiences and transitions in becoming a nascent entrepreneur), ii) exploring the challenges as part of the experiences and transitions faced by nascent entrepreneurs, and iii) exploring how nascent entrepreneurs, as part of the challenges faced during experiences and transition, navigate past these. Motivation for the study: Many studies in literature have focused on nascent entrepreneurship. Further studies should concentrate on narrowing this aspect to the South African context and also more qualitative studies should be conducted to gain a deep understanding of nascent entrepreneurship. Research approach/design and method: A qualitative research approach was used as a way of generating new information. Narrative inquiry was employed and this allowed the participants to express their views freely. A sample of 22 participants was utilised for this study. Data was analysed using the three levels of meaning-making. Main findings: The findings of this study were grouped into three narratives. The first narrative was nascent entrepreneurship expressed as a solution to social challenges. The second narrative elaborated the challenges that these participants faced in their nascent entrepreneurship journey. The last narrative focused on the solutions that were implied by the participants in response to the challenges they encountered in the transition process. Practical implications: Based on the research findings, this research has recommendations that can assist universities and students, those who are already in the entrepreneurial space, as well as the government. Contribution/value-add: All the universities in South Africa should integrate the need for thorough entrepreneurship education in their institutions to prepare students for the world of work and policies set for entrepreneurship should be amended. , Thesis (MCom) (Business Management) -- University of Fort Hare, 2021
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- Authors: Soda, Ruth
- Date: 2021-05
- Subjects: Business education. , Entrepreneurship. , Career development.
- Language: English
- Type: Master's theses , text
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10353/22323 , vital:52023
- Description: Orientation: South Africa is facing an increase in the unemployment rate. This has affected many youths, particularly the graduates of South Africa. In a quest to better their lives, many of them are engaging in nascent entrepreneurship. Although they are facing challenges in the journey, they are managing to devise solutions that work for their success. Research purpose: The main purpose of this research was to explore the transition experiences from student to nascent entrepreneur. The secondary aims included: i) investigating the journey (experiences and transitions in becoming a nascent entrepreneur), ii) exploring the challenges as part of the experiences and transitions faced by nascent entrepreneurs, and iii) exploring how nascent entrepreneurs, as part of the challenges faced during experiences and transition, navigate past these. Motivation for the study: Many studies in literature have focused on nascent entrepreneurship. Further studies should concentrate on narrowing this aspect to the South African context and also more qualitative studies should be conducted to gain a deep understanding of nascent entrepreneurship. Research approach/design and method: A qualitative research approach was used as a way of generating new information. Narrative inquiry was employed and this allowed the participants to express their views freely. A sample of 22 participants was utilised for this study. Data was analysed using the three levels of meaning-making. Main findings: The findings of this study were grouped into three narratives. The first narrative was nascent entrepreneurship expressed as a solution to social challenges. The second narrative elaborated the challenges that these participants faced in their nascent entrepreneurship journey. The last narrative focused on the solutions that were implied by the participants in response to the challenges they encountered in the transition process. Practical implications: Based on the research findings, this research has recommendations that can assist universities and students, those who are already in the entrepreneurial space, as well as the government. Contribution/value-add: All the universities in South Africa should integrate the need for thorough entrepreneurship education in their institutions to prepare students for the world of work and policies set for entrepreneurship should be amended. , Thesis (MCom) (Business Management) -- University of Fort Hare, 2021
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