Thesis (BTech (Fashion Design))--Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2010 / The main objective of the research is to unfold the necessary theory by using current and relevant information available, in the scientific and fashion department, to substantiate the exploration of dimensions and the associated human interpretation. To produce two separate collections that combined illustrate my personal design identity, but when apart they demonstrate two parallel versions of the same concept. The main collection is divided into two ranges, one commercial and another conceptual. The commercial pieces will present a more affordable ready-to-wear range to the consumer while the conceptual pieces will represent my own interpretation of the concept chosen for this research. Together these designs will formulate a vision for the overall collection, reflecting my own meaning and interpretation of what dimensions are and the various techniques of representing them. Extensive research will be done to unfold all the theory needed to substantiate my findings during this exploration into dimensions and the universe we live in.

Thesis (Masters Degree( Medical Technology) --Cape Technikon, Cape Town,1996 / Intensive investigations in many different populations over the last decade, have indicated a failure to understand the inheritance of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). It was hoped that genes within the class IT region of the major histocompatibility complex (MHq could shed some light on the inheritance of this autoimmune disease and which are now known without doubt, to confer susceptibility to the disease. Genetic studies of RA have concentrated primarily on its autoimmune nature and several investigations of MHC class IT molecules, have demonstrated an association between specific HIA alleles and susceptibility to RA, in particular the DRBI*04 and DRBI*01 alleles. - The HIA system is known to be associated with many diseases involving an immune aetiology. The structural features of specific DR and DQ genes give clues to the molecular mechanisms by which these alleles are associated with RA It has been found by many investigators that there is more than one susceptibility allele for RA at the DRBI locus. Questions arise whether the DRBI molecule itself directly contributes to the pathogenesis ofRA and why some DRBI genes carrying DRBI*04 alleles, are not associated withRA Animal studies have emphasised the critical importance of T-cells in the pathogenesis of RA Immune responsiveness is thought to be controlled by specific allelic variation by determining the ability of specific T-cell receptors (fCRs) to be triggered by recognition of class IT molecules during the induction of the immune response. In a disease such as RA, however, where multiple alleles are thought to confer risk, it is not yet known whether each of these alleles shares some common structural feature triggering a single T-cell pathway or whether each allele represents an alternative recognition site which triggers different T-cell clones, all of which lead to a similar clinical syndrome.

Thesis (MTech (Tourism and Hospitality Management))--Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2008 / The South African Tourism Industry has developed phenomenally since the country adopted and entered into a democratic era in 1994. Between 1966 and 1990, tourist arrivals struggled to reach the 1 million mark. The tourism development history of South Africa was such that international sanctions, poor tourism research and development, and a disjointed and exclusive tourism growth strategy all contributed to an industry that showed very little prospect of major sustainable growth and future success. The tourism industry was never thought capable ofbecoming a major contributor to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the country, let alone perceived to possess the potential of becoming a vehicle which would eventually lead to unprecedented, and much needed poverty alleviation and job creation. The myopic strategies and policies of government and government-influenced agencies and organisations were the reason why the period from the 1970's through to the late 1980's showed a general tendency towards tourism stagnation. During this period, there was low investment in the sector and a focus on the narrow white domestic market. As Black South Africans were not allowed to be accommodated in the same hotels as whites or even visit the same beaches as whites, domestic tourism under apartheid geared itself to serve the interests of the privileged white minority population alone (Mkhize, 1994). The period commencing from 1990 until 1998 was characterised by a growth in the tourism industry. The reasons for this growth period are manifold, and include the dismantling ofApartheid, the release of Nelson Mandela, the lifting of international sanctions, the first democratic elections, and the welcoming of South Africa back into the global community of nations. These political milestones also opened up the doors of tourism activity to the previously marginalised sector of the South African population. Tourism arrivals, which had reached the I million mark in 1990, exceeded the 8.4 million mark in 2007. The change in government meant a change in overall policy, which in turn created an enabling environment for future growth of the tourism industry. The process was ushered in with a period oftourism policy and legislation review, all aimed at democratising the sector. The institutional rearrangement of government departments and government-appointed structures and organisations addressed the tourism legislative imperatives - this process resulted in a general reorganisation of the then current exclusive racially orchestrated structures, creating increased accessibility to the mainstream tourism industry. This research has been undertaken in the light ofthe above transformation, and sought to investigate the process of change that has been brought about in the tourism industry, with special reference to the development of the tourist guiding sector. It was imperative to take a closer look at the education and training aspect of the tourist guiding sector and the establishment and structure of the Tourism, Hospitality and Sport Education and Training Authority (THETA). In addition, a focus on international tourist guiding training models as well as emphasis being placed on the tourist guiding centre at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology was provided and finally, an overview of tourist guiding representative bodies and associations was looked at. In concluding, the research would have been incomplete without investigating the development of the broader tourism industry and the legislation, campaigns and initiatives that have been implemented to bring about the much-needed reforms in the tourism industry.

Thesis (Masters Diploma)--Cape Technikon, Cape Town, 1995 / Tourism is one of the social and economic phenomena evidencing the most rapid growth this century, and it has the potential of becoming the largest industry in the country. To prevent a decline in the tourism assets of South Africa, while simultaneously maximizing • the economic benefits and job opportunities arising from tourism, it is vitally important for the industry to be managed with great care. Against the backdrop of domestic tourism in South Africa, research was conducted into and recommendations made on the issue of whether the tourist destination sector has the necessary management structure and infra-organization to underpin effective management, communication, co-ordination and the promotion of tourism activities and objectives within this sector. An historical perspective on the process of change affecting the organization of tourism, linked to the findings derived from the empirical study, will endeavour to give an account of the development of tourism organizations in the destination sector compared to the present day state of affairs at national, regional and local levels. As a significant part of the success of any organization may be att~buted to good management and organization, this study also focuses on the importance of management in general, organization, types of structures, effective communication co-ordination and marketing communication.

Thesis (MTech (Tourism and Hospitality Management))--Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2006 / The focus of this study is on the management and impacts of sport tourism events. The study specifically evaluates the Red Bull Big Wave Africa (RBBWA) event as a case study. RBBWA is a unique surfing event taking place at the heart of the community and in an environmentally sensitive area (Sentinel) which is part of the Cape Peninsula National Park. Of cognisance in this study is the stakeholders' involvement, perceptions, attitudes and an understanding of costs and benefits linked to the event. The study examines the involvement of stakeholders and cost and benefits associated with the event as providing a critical view on the management aspects of the event and what impacts are evident from different stakeholders' point of view. Stakeholders involved in this study include: participants, spectators, organisers, sponsors, established businesses, informal traders and residents. Research methods deployed in this study included questionnaires, direct observations and interviews, as an attempt to gain a broader perspective of the research topic. The study reveals that there is a greater need to look at the relationship between participants and spectatorship, a dire need for community involvement, current and possible event leveraging business opportunities for local businesses, environmental control and responsibility as critical aspects in understanding the management and impacts of the event. The study contends that involvement of all stakeholders in the organisation of the RBBWA event will result in a better management of the impacts associated with the event, provide a better sport tourism experience and contribute greatly to the development of a sustainable sport tourism event industry in South Africa.

Thesis (MTech (Public Management))--Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2009 / Access to basic water and sanitation services in South Africa is considered a basic human right, and constitutionally, local government is responsible for the provision thereof. However, in the informal settlements in towns and cities, residents continue to be exposed to environmental health risks that result from poor and inadequate basic sanitation provision. Municipalities are under pressure to address the sanitation backlog according to the national target that is based on the Millennium Development Goals (MDG). The provision of infrastructure alone does not account for the provision of an improved, safer and more hygienic environment for its users. A badly managed sanitation facility is an environmental health risk, and it encourages inappropriate and unsafe sanitation practice. Municipalities cannot claim to meet the sanitation backlog targets unless appropriate and effective management systems are in place to operate and maintain the basic sanitation facilities provided. Through the Integrated Development Plan (IDP) process, local government is encouraged to develop partnerships to promote economic development and job creation, particularly in areas of extreme poverty and high unemployment through the delivery of services. Public participation, social learning, empowerment and sustainability are the key components of the people-centred development approach that currently guides the delivery of municipal services South Africa (Davids,I. 2005). The White Paper on Local Government advocates municipalities to work with communities to find sustainable ways to meet their needs through an approach that is driven by formulating linkages between development, service delivery and local citizen participation (Mogale, T. 2005:219). It is also argued that the only way to effectively link poverty reduction strategies and improved service delivery is through the formation of partnerships that are based on meaningful participation (Mogale, T. 2003). Public participation also allows for an opportunity for increased community buy-in and support that is essential for the sustainable delivery of services to informal settlements so as to reduce incidents of misuse and vandalism. Communication and collaboration across municipal departments is also required, as sanitation service delivery in its broad definition, falls across the Water Services, Health and Solid Waste Departments. Hence the need for an integrated and inclusive approach to planning is required. Using a participatory action research (PAR) process, this study proposes to investigate whether there are local community-based opportunities for the procurement of some of the operation and maintenance tasks for the recently refurbished public ablution blocks in an informal settlement within the City of Cape Town. Public ablution blocks are one of the sanitation technology options available for the provision of shared basic sanitation services provided to informal settlements within the City of Cape Town. The research is divided into three stages. The first two stages serve as the building blocks for the third stage of the research. The objectives are to obtain an improved understanding of the “local knowledge” at community level, to obtain an understanding of the operation and maintenance activities in informal settlements currently being undertaken by City of Cape Town, and to initiate contacts and develop relationships with key stakeholders for their participation in the focus group discussions in the third stage. The third stage of the research proposes to adopt a participatory approach involving key stakeholders to identify the opportunities and make recommendations to the City of Cape Town to consider for the development of an operational plan for the operation and maintenance of the Khayelitsha Ablution Blocks.

Dissertation submitted in fulfillment of the requirements for the degree Magister Technologiae: Public Management in the Faculty of Business at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology / This study interrogates the process followed by the South African government in transforming informal settlements into formal settlements, with specific reference to Khayelitsha Township, located just outside of Cape Town. Three informal settlements within Khayelitsha Township (Nkanini in Makhaza, RR and BM both in Site B) were identified for purposes of conducting this study. This study aims to interrogate the government’s effort to eradicate informal settlements. It employed a quantitative tradition where a structured questionnaire was distributed to 100 subjects. These included ward councillors, government managers, researchers on Community-Based-Organisations and Non-Governmental Organisations. The study revealed that research participants believed that there were no changes taking place in the informal settlements and they are growing in a fastest pace. The study findings also depicted that in order to transform informal settlements all key stakeholders should work in collaboration with each other. This study will contribute to the body of knowledge as there is paucity of data regarding the transformation of informal settlements to formal housing.

Thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree Doctor of Technology: Public Management in the Faculty of Business at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology / The purpose of this study is to develop a business framework for the effective start-up and operation of African immigrant businesses in the Cape Town Metropolitan Area of South Africa. The question that guides this research is: how do African immigrants use their entrepreneurial attributes to acquire the resources necessary to start-up and operate successful businesses in the Cape Town Metropolitan Area?The study was conducted within the context of the economic development mandate as prescribed by the constitution of the Republic of South Africa Act, 1996. The development agenda also includes community, social and welfare promotion premised on the Keynesian principles that the government introduces interventions where there is an economic failure. In the South African context, this relates to unemployment and due to the prevailing economic down turns a greater reliance by the populace for social and welfare support. In recent years, immigrants especially from African countries have found themselves in a similar situation (That is in need of economic, social and welfare support). However, the government, particularly local government does not have the resources, especially financial resources to assist all local entrepreneurs, including immigrant entrepreneurs. Although there is a wide coverage of immigrant entrepreneurship in developed countries, much still has to be done as far as developing countries are concerned. From a South African perspective, there is so far no study entirely devoted to African immigrant entrepreneurship. This notwithstanding, there seems to be a growing consensus on the fact that SMMEs in South Africa are disproportionately constrained by start-up and operational factors such as finance, insufficient demand, lack of business skills and lack of information, although one cannot generalise especially as immigrant entrepreneurs face a slightly different dynamic. No studies focusing on immigrant-owned businesses in general and particularly how they tap into their entrepreneurial traits to start-up and grow successful businesses has been conducted in South Africa. At one level, the finding of this study provides vital information for new immigrants venturing into self employment. At another level, the study may provide vital insight into immigrant entrepreneurship in South Africa. Limited job opportunities force African immigrants into self-employment. However, due to the numerous challenges that they face, only a few of the immigrant-owned businesses get off the ground, let alone grow. It may be argued that most of these African immigrant-owned businesses fail to reach their full potential because they (the owners) are unable to exploit the entrepreneurial attributes that they bring or have at their disposal upon arrival. Three interrelated concepts: entrepreneurial attributes, business start-up and operation resources, and business success, are linked in this study to develop a framework for the effective start-up and operation of immigrant-owned businesses. The proposed framework seeks to encourage African immigrants to match the entrepreneurial attributes that they come with to the business opportunities and challenges that they may face in establishing and growing their businesses in South Africa.The study was designed within the quantitative and qualitative research paradigms, in which a triangulation of three methods was utilised to collect and analyse the data. From a quantitative perspective, the survey questionnaire was used. To complement the quantitative approach, personal interviews and focus groups were utilised as the methods within the qualitative approach paradigm. The research revealed that an African immigrant entrepreneur is most likely to be a male within the age range of 19 and 41 who has been forced to immigrate because of political circumstances back home. The decision to immigrate as well as the choice of South Africa as a host country was entirely dependent on the immigrant. Once in South Africa, limited job opportunities forced these immigrants into setting up their own businesses within the informal sector as their starting point. In order of importance, financial, physical, human, and informational resources were identified as being critical for the start-up and operation of a business in South Africa. In terms of acquiring the resources to start-up and operate a business, and from a financial perspective point, African immigrant entrepreneurs unwillingly made use of personal savings to finance their businesses during the start-up phase of the business. Financial resources played a double role in that they determined the main sources of physical resources used. From a human resource standpoint, African immigrant entrepreneurs preferred employing South Africans during the start-up phase of the business, and the reverse was true during the growth or operational phase. To a limited extent, family labour was involved at both the start-up as well as the operational phases of the business; with formal education and prior experience playing a significant role as far as the human resource mix was concerned. In terms of information, African immigrant entrepreneurs made use of two primary sources of information namely, their ethnic networks and friends from somewhere else.

Thesis (MTech (Marketing Management))--Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2008 / Resident within the context of tourism marketing, this research, following a proposal that marketing the Western Cape Wine Routes, as a destination component, may enrich and strengthen the image and competition of South Africa as a tourist destination in China, has focused on the psychological behaviour of Chinese tourists and their demographic profiles in respect of the Western Cape Wine Routes. Within this research, a mixed research design was adapted, after layered literature studies that comprised tourism and marketing, consumer [tourist] behaviour and wine tourism, while fieldwork involved both qualitative and quantitative approaches, which covered both experienced and non-experienced Chinese tourists with regard to the Western Cape Wine Routes. During the research fieldwork, a tourist investigation included a set of mini-group interviews and an intercept survey [comprising 275 samples], which provided an understanding of Chinese tourists in respect of the Western Cape Wine Routes, as well as South Africa and Cape Town, by both underlying and broad data. As a result of this research, a blueprint to market the Western Cape Wine Routes as a destination component in China, in the form of a formulated framework, some business recommendations at a strategic level, are represented, which include strategic marketing directions, Chinese tourist market analysis, evaluation of current competition, SWOT analysis, strategic objectives and corresponding strategies in the form of the 8Ps of the tourism marketing mix, as well as major complementary strategic resources. Finally, within an academic perspective, future studies are also suggested. Key words: Chinese tourists, South Africa, strategic marketing, tourism, Western Cape, wine tourism, wine routes and wine tourists.

Thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree Master of Technology: Human Resource Management in the Faculty of Business at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology / This research examines staff perceptions of the recruitment and selection processes in a tertiary education setting in South Africa. It aims to determine if there is a correlation between these perceptions and the productivity of staff. The benefit of this research lies in the fact that tertiary education institutions are at the last rung of the ladder of any nation’s human capacity development initiatives. Thus, if the processes by which they recruit and select their staff are perceived to be flawed, the consequences in the fulfilment of their afore-mentioned mandate would be compromised. There are many tertiary educational institutions in the Western Cape province of South Africa. These include traditional universities, comprehensive universities, a university of technology and FET colleges. This study focuses on one particular tertiary institution in the Western Cape. Due to the position taken by the institute in the current study on privacy issues, the said institution will be referred to as “Institution X”. The research adopted a quantitative data collection and analysis approach because it was deemed to be the most effective, objective and unobtrusive in the circumstance. Data was collected from the population of academic and non-academic staff of an identified faculty within a campus of the institution. The population of this study was 370 staff and the actual sample size represented 30% of the population. Unfortunately the final actual sample size was 106 and not 111 as originally planned. The sample technique that was used for this study was a systematic sample. Therefore, every tenth name on the list that represented the population was selected. The data collection instrument was a researcher-developed, self-administered questionnaire (a Likert-type attitude scale). Ethical clearance was obtained from the institution. Furthermore, a clear statement of informed consent was contained in the questionnaire that was distributed to participants, in addition to clear instructions on how to complete the questionnaire with assurances of strict anonymity and confidentiality of the process. The research revealed that there is a relationship between employee perceptions of recruitment and selection and organisational productivity. Further studies can be initiated to investigate what strategies may be used for recruitment and selection in order to increase productivity, ways in which tertiary educational institutions can increase productivity using recruitment and selection processes and identify challenges and benefits of recruitment and selection processes with regard to productivity. Further studies can also evaluate the impact of recruitment and selection processes on an institution of higher learning.