A variance shift model for outlier detection and estimation in linear and linear mixed models by Gumedze, Freedom Nkhululeko

“…Likelihood ratio and score test statistics are developed as objective measures for the variance shift estimates. The proposed test statistics initially assume balanced longitudinal data with a Gaussian distributed response variable. …”
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Shrinkage estimation in ARMA-GARCH regression models with an application in Bitcoin returns

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Cape Town residential patterns : an examination of natural processes in housing and of the distortion of these natural patterns, all with special reference to Cape Town by Ehlers, Frederick Greeff

“…The principles which were the initial concern of the study originated in the Life Sciences (*2) and the Human Sciences (*3). …”
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Career optimisation of financial technical experts

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Wasps (Hymenoptera: Chalcidoidea) associated with galls in seed-capsules of Eucalyptus camaldulensis (Myrtaceae) in South Africa : species composition, trophic relationships and ef... by Klein, Hildegard

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Plant ecology of the Namaqualand Strandveld : community structure and dynamics in a winter-rainfall desert by Eccles, Neil Stuart

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Tencent Holdings Limited : an IPO case study by De Wet, Dario

“…The purpose of this case study is to empirically investigate the phenomenon of initial public offerings (IPOs) by applying it to Tencent Holdings Limited (Tencent). …”
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From barricades to boardroom : transition from struggle leadership to government and business

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Southern Africa and Agro-processing: Investigating the state of agricultural RVCs and the role of South African food retailers in regional supplier development by Gorven, Ruth

“…The Nando's Peri Farms Initiative provides an example of an effective supplier development programme, balancing business with socially oriented outcomes. …”
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INVESTIGATING THE FEASIBILITY OF CREATING A DISEASE REGISTRY IN EGYPT: A CASE STUDY OF DEMENTIA by Heikal, Shimaa Adel

“…Support and collaborative work from all stakeholders, along with suitable funding, are essential elements of the proper implementation of the project. Yet, it might seem to be an opportune time for initiating this kind of registry to address the needs and, at the same time, benefit from the strategic opportunities.…”
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The Prevalence of Traumatic Brain Injury and an Investigation of Behavioural, Emotional and Executive Functioning in a Sample of Male Young Offenders by Steenkamp, Nina Simone

“…In young offenders, particularly, TBI is significantly more prevalent than in the general youth population. This association might be explained by the fact that key TBI sequelae (e.g., aggression, behavioural and cognitive impulsivity, emotional dysregulation) can place individuals at risk for criminal offending. …”
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A Simple Virus Recovery Assay to detect the Replication-Competent HIV-1 Reservoir in Children by Van Zyl, Carli

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How do pacing strategies differ in elite versus nonelite female Two Oceans Ultra marathon runners by Mouton, Chanel

“…The findings in this study provide valuable insights into effective pacing strategies for ultrarunners, contributing to our understanding of optimising performance in endurance running events.…”
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The effects of race and assertiveness on active and passive influencing : a four year follow-up by Van der Westhuizen, Varenka

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Assessing resource curse risks in namibia's green hydrogen developments with insights from diamond mining by Akuaake, Iyaloo

“…This dissertation offers an exploratory assessment of resource curse risks which might emanate from Namibia's green hydrogen developments, focusing on the Southern Corridor Development Initiative. …”
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Beyond guns or butter : towards a multi-level analysis of South Africa's strategic defence procurement by Kaufman, Gerry P

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Wasps (Hymenoptera: Chalcidoidea) associated with galls in seed-capsules of Eucalyptus camaldulensis (Myrtaceae) in South Africa : species composition, trophic relationships and ef... by Klein, Hildegard

“…As a contribution towards resolving this conflict in interests, a research project was initiated to investigate the potential use of host-specific insects that might reduce the number of viable seeds produced by E. camaldulensis. …”
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Primary care practitioners' knowledge, attitudes and current practice in managing oral health conditions by McCrindle, Lorna

“…In under-resourced areas, patients are more likely to present initially to a primary health care nurse or doctor, with oral or dental needs. …”
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Exploring university students motivation to participate in a leadership development programme

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