Exploring the effectiveness of a rural income-generating project in Umhlathuze municipality
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2022-12
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University of Zululand
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The study examined the effectiveness of a rural income-generating project in uMhlathuze municipality. The study examined potential challenges that the projects face that prevent them from achieving their goals. A qualitative research approach was adopted to examine the effectiveness of the project, and 14 participants were chosen as a sample to represent the members of the income-generating project’s population. The sample was chosen using non-probability sampling techniques. The study conducted original interviews with the selected participants through structured interview questions to collect data. The thematic content analysis approach was used to analyse the acquired data. The findings of this study revealed that various income-generating activities require regular monitoring and assessment visits from Department of Agriculture personnel. Project members must also receive financial management training so that they do not mismanage project funds. The research findings also clearly demonstrated that the Department's existing policies are ineffective in achieving the stated aims of poverty reduction.
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A dissertation submitted in fulfilment of the requirement for the Degree of Master of Arts in the Department of Social Work, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, at the University of Zululand, 2022.