Browsing by Author "Mlambo, Victor. H"

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    LEVERAGING MIGRATION FOR AFRICAN DEVELOPMENT: CHALLENGES AND PROSPECTS
    (Universitas PGRI Madiun, 2022-09) Mlambo, Victor. H; Thusi, Xolani; Mtshali, Luyanda; Makhathini, Mandisa; Dlamini, Nompumelelo
    This paper examines whether Africa can leverage migration for its economic development. Migration and the resulting remittances lead to increased incomes and poverty reduction, improved health and educational outcomes, and promote economic development. The paper employed a qualitative research approach where a review of the literature was undertaken. The functionalist theory was employed to examine migratory patterns and their association with development. The paper revealed that Africa has ample opportunities to leverage migration for development. However, for this to happen, there is a need to consolidate remittance channels, improve migration management frameworks and support the integration of migrants, Additionally, governments in Africa need to change the way they perceive migration, rather than observing migration as a threat, there is need to observe migration as a process which has the potential to contribute to the development of the continent.
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    The Challenges of Youth Entrepreneurship from a Local Government Perspective in South Africa
    (Research Synergy Foundation, 2022-11) Ndebele, Nduduzo. C; Ndlovu, Sbonelo. G; Mlambo, Victor. H; Thusi, Xolani
    This paper examines the challenges of youth entrepreneurship and aims to understand whether the local government sector in South Africa can act as a catalyst in consolidating youth entrepreneurship. The local government sector is essential in South Africa as it is mandated to grow and improve local infrastructure and community services and contribute towards economic development. Opening opportunities for young people in the entrepreneurship domain can help reduce unemployment. Through funding and training opportunities, the local government sector, a branch of government closer to the people, can play a significant role in fostering youth entrepreneurship. A qualitative research approach was employed where a literature review was untaken. Findings revealed that an increasing youth unemployment rate faced South Africa, negatively affecting the need for inclusive development. The paper found that local government can contribute towards reducing youth unemployment by implementing programs encouraging and capacitating youth entrepreneurship and prioritizing entrepreneurship education. However, it was also revealed that the local government sector is confronted with several challenges, such as corruption, wasteful expenditure, and a lack of skilled personnel. Unless these issues are addressed, it will be impossible for the sector to consolidate policies that support and encourage youth entrepreneurship.
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    Undocumented Migration, Cross Border Crime and The Role of Technology in Securing Borders: A South African Refection
    (International Educational and Social Sciences Association (IESSA), 2023) Mlambo, Victor. H; Adetiba, Toyin Cotties
    This study examined the challenges and complexities of border management in South Africa with a special focus on the Golela Border (bordering Swaziland) and the Kosi Bay border post (bordering Mozambique) concerning reducing undocumented migration, cross-border crime, and the use of technology sin securing the border space. 15 experts from various institutions were purposively sampled based on their knowledge of migration and border studies. From the data collection, it became observable that South Africa's borders were suffering from policy misalignment and years of under investments. It was revealed that even though technology can play a role in border security, there was a need for South Africa to address issues such as poverty, inequality, and unemployment before spending billions on border technology that may not yield the desired outcomes. Moreover, South Africa does not have the money to spend on border technology, and the best option in addressing undocumented migration and cross border crime would be extended cooperation with neighboring states. Border securitisation rather cooperation is needed to ensure that South Africa does not harm its regional interests.