Gender and Behaviour
Published in June and December since 2003, Gender and Behaviour grew from the Network of Psychological Studies of Women Issues at the Department of Psychology, University of Ibadan.
The journal presents interdisciplinary research on gender, human behaviour, society, and development, with contributions from scholars in Africa and across the world.
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Open this journal in the full catalogueExploring the influence of Venda moral values on the behaviour of youth
Volume 23 / Issue 2 / pp. 23730-23748 / DOI 10.4314/gab.v23i2.30
The Vhavenda people, an indigenous ethnic group in South Africa, possess a deep-rooted cultural herit-age defined by a strong moral code and traditional ethical values. In recent years, however, the influence of modernisation, urbanisation, and global cultural shifts has presented significant challenges to preserv-ing and transmitting these values, particula...
Read on publisher (opens in a new tab)Threads of empowerment: Weaving, livelihood diversification and women’s agency in rural Zimbabwe
Volume 23 / Issue 4 / DOI 10.4314/gab.v23i4.5
Rural livelihoods in Zimbabwe have come under increasing pressure due to recurring droughts, economic instability and the declining viability of smallholder agriculture. In response, communities diversify their income sources through alternative livelihood strategies, including craft-based enterprises. This study examines the role of women-led weaving initia...
Read on publisher (opens in a new tab)Metaphor as depiction of culture on natural objects and phenomena in Tshivenḓa
Volume 23 / Issue 4 / DOI 10.4314/gab.v23i4.10
This paper presents the relevance of comparison made in metaphor as a figure of speech in Tshivenda. The paper is concerned by the contrasts between traditional and modern or generative approaches on metaphors. This paper demonstrates how the concept metaphor has gained momentum in the past three decades where metaphors influence all spheres of human life. I...
Read on publisher (opens in a new tab)Myths and misconceptions: Insight from elderly women in Limpopo Province on food restrictions during pregnancy
Volume 23 / Issue 4 / DOI 10.4314/gab.v23i4.34
Women and children are the most vulnerable to malnutrition due to inadequate dietary intake, unequal food distribution, improper food storage and preparation, as well as dietary restrictions. The study aimed to describe and explore myths and misconceptions about food restriction and recommendations during pregnancy amongst elderly women in rural villages of ...
Read on publisher (opens in a new tab)Challenges in education access for disabled children: A gender perspective in Dodoma and Chamwino districts, Tanzania
Volume 23 / Issue 1 / DOI 10.4314/gab.v23i1.12
This study explored the challenges in education access for disabled children from a gender perspective in Dodoma and Chamwino districts, Tanzania. Utilizing purposive and snowball sampling, the research incorporated structured questionnaires, focus group discussions, in-depth interviews, and content analysis to delve into gender-specific issues affecting inc...
Read on publisher (opens in a new tab)The implementation of National Gender Policy Framework in addressing gender equality in selected Johannesburg Stock Exchange listed retail companies
Volume 22 / Issue 3 / pp. 22990-23004 / DOI 10.4314/gab.v22i3.12
Research context: This article is based on the research that was conducted in selected JSE-listed companies in Limpopo Province, South Africa. The researchers investigated the implementation of the National Gender Policy Framework as a guidance provided by government to achieve Sustainable Development Goal number 5, which is gender equality. Research problem...
Read on publisher (opens in a new tab)Hospital based clinical supervision: Experiences and attitudes of student nurses in Limpopo Province, South Africa
Volume 22 / Issue 3 / pp. 22869-22878 / DOI 10.4314/gab.v22i3.1
Clinical supervision is a valuable tool in achieving quality clinical education. It assists students to attain learning objectives, apply theory into practice and to become responsible and competent practitioners. The aim of this study was to explore the experiences of student nurses regarding hospital-based clinical supervision in Limpopo Province, South Af...
Read on publisher (opens in a new tab)A call for inclusion of parents and guardians in a school-based bullying intervention
Volume 22 / Issue 3 / pp. 22955-22962 / DOI 10.4314/gab.v22i3.8
Bullying continues to be a widespread concern in educational settings, necessitating a comprehensive strategy that goes beyond conventional interventions implemented within schools. This conceptual paper examines the importance of parents and guardians in improving the effectiveness of bullying intervention strategies in schools using a systems theory and ro...
Read on publisher (opens in a new tab)The cogency of including the works of Athol Fugard in the further education and training phase curriculum in the Ekurhuleni South district, South Africa: teachers’ perspectives
Volume 23 / Issue 4 / DOI 10.4314/gab.v23i4.9
The main aim of this study is to explore the cogency of including the works of Athol Fugard in the Further Education and Training Phase: Teachers’ perspectives. This study focuses on selected schools in the Ekurhuleni South District. The importance of this investigation acts as a measure to determine how teaching the works of Athol Fugard does not only enhan...
Read on publisher (opens in a new tab)Exploring effects of load-shedding on digital pedagogy: Perceptions of students and lecturers in the university of Zululand
Volume 23 / Issue 4 / DOI 10.4314/gab.v23i4.13
The usage of digital pedagogy is developing quickly in the Fourth Industrial Revolution period (4IR). The digital world has entered education setting with technology being used to deliver education innovatively. Energy (electricity) is an important factor in digitalization. For some time, South Africa has failed to solve electricity crisis notoriously named ...
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