Abstract: This study examines the role of social workers in promoting girls’ education and empowerment across African regions, where cultural, economic, and political barriers continue to restrict educational access and gender equality. Using a desktop-based research methodology, the study analyses secondary data from scholarly literature, government reports, NGO documents, and international organisation publications. Additionally, a PRISMA-based flow... [...] Read more

Abstract: This study explores the balance between centralized and decentralized decision-making within school-based management systems. The aim is to identify how combining these approaches can enhance school autonomy, improve staff performance, and increase accountability. A systematic literature review was conducted, involving an extensive search of major academic databases. Out of 35,822 studies initially identified, 9 studies met the inclusion... [...] Read more

Abstract: This study used a descriptive research design and qualitative research methodologies to investigate the factors affecting media independence at the South African Broadcasting Corporation. The study employed purposive sampling to pick four directors, four editors, and four journalists from the South African Broadcasting Corporation utilizing non-probability selection. Thematic analysis was employed to analyze the data. The results indicate... [...] Read more

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the use of Facebook as a platform for reporting fake news. Researchers investigated the following problem: Facebook users tend to disseminate fake news, adversely affecting the credibility of content posted on Facebook as factual information. Facebook is misused by individuals who post fake news fabricated to degrade the integrity and credibility of others. However, organizations and other community... [...] Read more

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to explore the impact of social media usage on family communication among Chinese adolescents. The research specifically aimed to understand the frequency of social media use among this group and how it affects their interactions with family members. The study employed a qualitative research approach, gathering data through in-depth interviews with seven Chinese adolescents. Thematic analysis was used to... [...] Read more

Abstract: This study investigates the relationship between strategic human resource management (SHRM) practices and the ongoing brain drain of skilled professionals in Nigeria. Drawing on Human Capital Theory and Strategic HRM frameworks, the research employs a mixed-methods design that integrates quantitative labor market data from 2020 to 2024 with qualitative insights from 80 participants, including HR professionals and expatriates. The findings... [...] Read more