Thesis (M. A.(African Languages)) -- University of Limpopo, 2012 / It introduces the topic of the study, outlining the aims and purpose of the study. It touches on the significance of the study, methodology and literature review. It also contains definitions of the key concepts used in the study. Chapter two focuses on the obituary of the authors of Mibya ya Nyekanyeka and Byi n’wi khele matluka and characterization through Rimmon -Kennan’s methods. Chapter three focuses on the way in which the Vatsonga writers percive the character of pastors as depicted in Mibya ya Nyekanyeka and Byi n’wi khele matluka. Chapter four deals with the theme of each of the following books, namely: Mibya ya Nyekanyeka and Byi n’wi khele matluka. Chapter five. This chapter contains the summary, recommendations and conclusion of the study.

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Thesis (M. A. (African Languages)) -- University of Limpopo, 2013. / The main aim of this study is to examine women’s abuse with special reference to Xitsonga folklore, Khale ka Makwangala by F. Rikhotso. This study also shows characters who are abused and those who cause this abuse. The first chapter reveals the general outline of the study, the problem statement, the aim, the importance and its methodology. The most important terms of the study have been explained in this chapter so as to reveal what is expected to be analyzed. Some of the definitions of the Constitution have been given. Chapter two gives short summary of the folklore Khale ka Makwangala by F. Rikhotso which has been examined together with the history of their authors. The definitions of the word human rights have been included and defined in this chapter. In this chapter, other folklores which have been selected for analysis have been analysed. Chapter three explains, defines and analyses the themes of selected folklores. The definitions of themes have been given in this chapter. These definitions make it easier to understand what themes are. Chapter four

Thesis (M.A. (African languages)) --University of Limpopo, 2013 / The main aim of this study is to analyse nemesis in Ndlandlati ya Malenga by A.D Mahatlani and Mibya ya Nyekanyeka by B.K.M Mtombeni. Chapter one outlines the background of the research. This chapter deals with the theme and the methodology of the reseach. This chapter outlines the different studies that were done on Xitsonga Literature at Honours, Masters and Doctoral levels. This chapter also shows the methodology, the scope and definitions of important terms that are used in this study. Chapter two defines characterization on its broadness, looking at Ndlandlati ya Malenga by A.D Mahatlani and Mibya ya Nyekanyeka by B.K.M Mtombeni. Chapter three outlines the biographies of the A.D Mahatlani, the author of Ndlandlati ya Malenga and B.K.M Mtombeni, the author of Mibya ya Nyekanyeka. This chapter also deals with the summary of the book called Ndlandlati ya Malenga and Mibya ya Nyekanyeka. ix Chapter four deals with the analysis of nemesis in Ndlandlati ya Malenga by A.D. Mahatlani and Mibya ya Nyekanyeka hi B.K.M. Mtombeni. This chapter depicts different characters who had problems or challenges in life and the result thereof by failing to accept the situation they found themselves in, by failing to resolve them. Chapter five presents a summary of findings and recommendations of the research

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A research report submitted to the Faculty of Humanities, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Translation Johannesburg, 2016 / The aim of this research report is to analyse how the Xitsonga original and the English translation of the play by CTD Marivate, Jim Xilovekelo (1965) can be translated in terms of culture-specific elements as reflected through dialogue. The research project examines the notion of the two basic translation strategies of domestication and foreignization in relation to both linguistic and culture-bound elements. A translation of the play into English forms the basis of the research, with detailed comments and annotations. The overall approach to the translation of the play was to retain the foreignness and style of the original text, taking into account the different languages and language varieties that feature in the play, such IsiZulu, Sesotho, Xitsonga, English, Fanakalo and Tsotsitaal. These all form part of South African urban heterogeneous culture in both the source and target texts. Retaining these culturallinguistic elements within the target text ensures that the style and features of the source text are reflected in the target text. / MT2017

Thesis (M.A. (African Languages)) --University of the North, 1978 / Refer to the document

Thesis (M.A. (African Languages)) -- University of Limpopo, 2013 / The main aim of this study is to examine women’s abuse with special reference to Xitsonga folklore, Khale ka Makwangala by F. Rikhotso. This study also shows characters who are abused and those who cause this abuse. The first chapter reveals the general outline of the study, the problem statement, the aim, the importance and its methodology. The most important terms of the study have been explained in this chapter so as to reveal what is expected to be analyzed. Some of the definitions of the Constitution have been given. Chapter two gives short summary of the folklore Khale ka Makwangala by F. Rikhotso which has been examined together with the history of their authors. The definitions of the word human rights have been included and defined in this chapter. In this chapter, other folklores which have been selected for analysis have been analysed. Chapter three explains, defines and analyses the themes of selected folklores. The definitions of themes have been given in this chapter. These definitions make it easier to understand what themes are. Chapter four deals with the general summary of this mini-dissertation. The recommendations and findings for further research have been indicated in this chapter.

Thesis (M. A. (African Languages)) -- University of Limpopo, 2015 / The main aim of this study is to examine abuse of domestic workers with special reference to Xitsonga drama, Gija wanuna wa matimba hi HSV Muzwayine na Bill T Mageza Na Vatulu va ka gaza hi H.S.V. Muzwayine. This study also indicates characters who are abused and those who causes this abuse. The first chapter reveals the general outline of the study, the problem statement, the aim. The most important terms of the study have been explained in this chapter so as to reveal what is expected to be analyzed. Some of the definitions of the Constitution have been defined. Chapter two gives a short summary of the literature Review . Chapter three defines methodology and analyse general themes. Chapter five deals with the general summary of this mini-dissertation. The recommendations for further research have been indicated in this chapter. / The University of Limpopo

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