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Exploring the Role of Refugee Entrepreneurs in South Africa: A Quantitative Study on Networks, Bulk Buying, and Profitability Geqeza, Awonke; Masha, Anthony Kambi
International Journal of Business, Economics, and Social Development Vol 6, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : Research Collaboration Community (RCC)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46336/ijbesd.v6i2.909

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This study explores the contribution of refugee entrepreneurship (RE) to South Africa's economy, a topic that remains under-researched despite the critical role these entrepreneurs play in job creation and employment. Employing a quantitative research approach, data were collected from 197 purposively selected participants through self-administered questionnaires. The data was analysed using SPSS and AMOS statistical software. The findings reveal that networks significantly contribute to business success by providing access to crucial resources, such as financing and market information. Refugee entrepreneurs leverage these, networks to overcome business challenges, receive financial support, and expand their entrepreneurial ventures. Additionally, bulk buying strategies reduce operational costs and enhance profitability. The study’s results also highlight the role of refugee businesses in filling gaps in underserved markets, as well as fostering collaboration with South African businesses, leading to the creation of jobs for local citizens. This research underscores the economic dynamism, job creation, and market diversification that refugee entrepreneurs contribute to South Africa's economy, emphasising their role as an essential driver of inclusive growth and economic stability in host countries.
Exploring the Role of Refugee Entrepreneurs in South Africa: A Quantitative Study on Networks, Bulk Buying, and Profitability Geqeza, Awonke; Masha, Anthony Kambi
International Journal of Business, Economics, and Social Development Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Rescollacom (Research Collaborations Community)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46336/ijbesd.v6i2.909

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This study explores the contribution of refugee entrepreneurship (RE) to South Africa's economy, a topic that remains under-researched despite the critical role these entrepreneurs play in job creation and employment. Employing a quantitative research approach, data were collected from 197 purposively selected participants through self-administered questionnaires. The data was analysed using SPSS and AMOS statistical software. The findings reveal that networks significantly contribute to business success by providing access to crucial resources, such as financing and market information. Refugee entrepreneurs leverage these, networks to overcome business challenges, receive financial support, and expand their entrepreneurial ventures. Additionally, bulk buying strategies reduce operational costs and enhance profitability. The study’s results also highlight the role of refugee businesses in filling gaps in underserved markets, as well as fostering collaboration with South African businesses, leading to the creation of jobs for local citizens. This research underscores the economic dynamism, job creation, and market diversification that refugee entrepreneurs contribute to South Africa's economy, emphasising their role as an essential driver of inclusive growth and economic stability in host countries.
Independence and objectivity of internal auditors within provincial governance systems Geqeza, Awonke; Dubihlela, Jobo
Jurnal Akuntansi dan Auditing Indonesia Vol 28, No 1 (2024)
Publisher : Accounting Department, Faculty of Business and Economics, Universitas Islam Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20885/jaai.vol28.iss1.art1

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The study addresses the dearth of research on internal audit activity independence (IAAI) and internal auditors' objectivity within South Africa's (SA) provincial governance systems, despite their crucial role in government department performance. A mixed research approach was employed, using 260 purposely selected participants. Questionnaires, telephone interviews, and focus group discussions were used as data collection instruments. A triangulation of descriptive statistics and thematic analysis was applied to report the findings. The study found that management is not taking timely corrective action based on audit findings and recommendations. Internal auditors have friendship relationships with auditee employees, sectional heads are not cooperating with the internal audit function (IAF), and management has a negative perception of the IAF, viewing it more as a fault-finder than as adding value to the organization. Furthermore, the study's insights offer practical implications for improving internal audit practices within provincial governance systems, thereby facilitating better governance and operational efficiency.
Co-Authors Dubihlela, Jobo Masha, Anthony Kambi