https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/204 2026-04-06T03:08:21Z 2026-04-06T03:08:21Z Nhuta, Stephen https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/1670 2022-06-27T13:49:05Z 2016-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Strategic leadership in a dressed economy Authors: Nhuta, Stephen Abstract: There was a serious economic crisis in the 20th century which witnessed the entry of governments into large areas of the economy that had been in the past exclusive to private hands. To alleviate depressions, there was need to adopt programs to do with job reeducation programs, government employment of the previously unemployed, and increased public welfare responsibilities. The economic crisis period 2000 to 2009 discredited the leadership and management practices triggering a wave of thinking and experimentation. This crisis will be a powerful catalyst for change in both the theory and practice of leadership and governance. Therefore it does highlight the rapid changes in board practices and articulates some clear direction for change both in the structure for governance and management, and in the characteristics that leaders will have to display. It goes without saying that widespread recognition of reality is the crucial step before problems can be solved. In other words Leaders can't solve problems if they don't acknowledge their existence. Leaders breed trouble by assuming that a strong market position is an insurance policy against trouble. Leadership indecision, decisions and unstable character had led economies into a depressed state for which its governments, lacking leadership capabilities, were unable to prescribe valid solution to halt the early noticed vacillating signs of failure. The consequence of the actions of the bad leadership decision is the imposing poverty, inequality and growing insecurity which it is now the present leadership is finding it difficult to remedy. The leaders we need now will have the perspective, the mentality, the confidence, and the authority to call for radical changes in direction. Description: A paper prepared and presented by Dr Stephen Nhuta (Midlands State University) at the “Update on current affairs seminar” by the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators in Zimbabwe

2016-01-01T00:00:00Z Nhuta, Stephen Nhuta, Stephen https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/1560 2022-06-27T13:49:05Z 2015-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Tourism and sustainable development : perpectives and learning for sustainable future: Paper presented at the Midlands State University International Conference in Victoria Falls Authors: Nhuta, Stephen Abstract: It is true that after years of significant economic, environmental, socio cultural and historical degradation, thoughtful tourism development and a new approach to community regeneration, is emerging and is basically to transform communities. This paper will focus on place based tourism through an educational platform concerned with supporting whole communities through creative and innovative sustainable tourism development practices. There is a growing need in communities to create well developed and thoughtful tourism planning and development strategies. Tourism can impact a community negatively and yet many people see only positive results from bringing visitors to their existing and potential destination. The goal of the sustainable tourism planning and development is to prepare current and future leaders with knowledge necessary to build and shape a successful, sustainable visitor destination The objectives of the paper are to: ✓ Provoke the discussion of tourism development in terms of place making rather than place taking ✓ Ascertain a sustainable approach to tourism ✓ Encapsulate regeneration and restoration the community of place. ✓ Identify issues impacting on destinations and develop an understanding of what sustainable tourism can mean to a community Discussion of the paper revolves around creating a type of tourism that emphasizes the distinctiveness of its locale, and that benefits visitor and resident alike. It would also look at working with local businesses and civic groups to promote and provide a distinctive, authentic visitor experience. As local people develop pride and skill in showing off their locale, tourists get more out of their visit. The community will in turn benefit through the use of the local workforce, services, and products and supplies. Tourism revenues in turn will raise local perceived value of those assets. Conference participants will learn that destinations should remain unspoiled for future generations while allowing for enhancement that protects the character of the local community. In other words tourism revenue can promote conservation and extends that principle beyond nature travel to encompass culture and history as well as all distinctive assets of a place. The paper presents a learning initiative that prepares decision makers and shapers to thoughtfully develop and regenerate their communities using sustainable tourism principles. Sustainable Tourism practices can bring long term business and environmental benefits to a community through encouraging sustainable use of our natural and cultural heritages. The paper intends to promote the concept of responsible tourism where people are reminded to leave a smaller footprint in the destinations they visit. If we are to experience a livable, higher quality of life for future generations, we must sustain our social, economic, cultural, and environmental resources. The recommendations would be to develop a new network of thinking and linking that seek to define problems and explore solutions to community sustainability. Other recommendations would consider issues like ways to restore and operate the Arts and Cultural Centers which are essential in the protection and promotion of cultural resources. In conclusion the paper recognizes the necessity to educate communities about sustainability and sustainable principles.Leadership, creativity, collaboration, commitment, and social accountability from all sectors of the community will produce knowledge and practices that will prove to be effective and successful in achieving the aims of sustainable development.

2015-01-01T00:00:00Z Nhuta, Stephen Siwadi, Patience https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/823 2022-06-27T13:49:05Z 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Business Linkages as a Strategy for Marginalized Manufacturing Industries in the Townships of Gweru Zimbabwe Authors: Siwadi, Patience Abstract: Research has shown that business linkages can be the most effective way for business to integrate, grow and secure footholds in emerging markets. Thus the value of networking in today’s business environment which is characterised by rapid change and stiff competition cannot be over emphasised. This social capital—the networks which provide valuable information and resources—can greatly change the performance of small enterprises. This research seeks to determine the extent to which manufacturing industries in the townships of Gweru utilise business linkages for better performance. The main objectives of the research are, firstly, to identify the relationships that small manufacturers have with larger businesses and with each other; secondly, to measure the benefits derived from such linkages; and, lastly, to isolate the deliberate networking strategies in manufacturing SMEs. After creating a profile of the SME manufacturing sector from exploratory research, data was collected to fulfill the objectives. Preliminary result indicate that those SMEs that have business linkages perform significantly better than those that do not, and business linkages can be a strategy to improve performance in township business as they open doors which, left to themselves, SMEs would never have found. Description: Working Paper presented at:The Third Annual International Conference Growing Industries In Townships and Under-Developed Neighbourhoods, Held at Soweto Campus 15–16 May 2012

2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Siwadi, Patience Siwadi, Patience Chaderopa, C. https://cris.library.msu.ac.zw//handle/11408/744 2022-06-27T13:49:05Z 2012-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Cultural tourism, a value addition alternative for Zimbabwe Authors: Siwadi, Patience; Chaderopa, C. Abstract: Over the last two decades, tourism has developed into a major economic, cultural and social preoccupation and Zimbabwe has not lagged behind in this scenario. At its peak in 1999, the tourism sector showed an annual growth of 18%. Arrivals had reached 2 million visitors per year contribution to 7% to GDP and 15% to formal employment. Though tourism was at an all time low from the year 2000 it is viewed as an industry that can significantly contribute to the wealth of the nation. To date, value addition in the tourism sector in Zimbabwe has concentrated on exploiting traditional tourist attractions like one of the natural wonders of the world, Victoria Falls, heritage sites like the Great Zimbabwe ruins and the smaller Khami ruins, and the Chinhoyi caves. Other natural attractions also come into play namely the largest man made lake in Zimbabwe, Lake Kariba and the mountainous Eastern Highlands. The rich Zimbabwean culture and beliefs also blend well with such attractions. For example the living museum found in the Victoria Falls resort area. However, using such products as the backbone of a country s tourism industry is limiting as visitors can enjoy a site so many times and there is very little that can be done to change the Victoria Falls for instance. It will always be water cascading over a cliff. Added to that, to maintain such a site or environment as a prime destination requires huge amount of resources. The increasing demand for holiday accommodation means an added expense to the tourist and pressure to the resort. This paper seeks to discuss cultural tourism as an alternative tourist attraction to enhance a country s tourism product offering at the same time increasing wealth of the rural population. The visit to sites have become mere one day excursions but cultural tourism can be packaged to entice tourists to stay longer and spend more. Furthermore, cultural products can be changed from year to year with added features, new players and diverse attractions. The paper will explore alternative tourism in other regions and also suggest areas that can be developed in Zimbabwe tourism product offering in trying to package rural Zimbabwe into attractive tourist destinations and enhance the cultural heritage into world acclaimed tourism products.

2012-01-01T00:00:00Z Siwadi, Patience Chaderopa, C.