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All Journal IJEBD (International Journal Of Entrepreneurship And Business Development) JOURNAL OF ECONOMICS EDUCATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Nkondo, Livhuwani Gladys
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Challenges Faced by Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises in Implementing Entrepreneurial Leadership Styles Muenda, Mutshidza Kingsley; Nkondo, Livhuwani Gladys
IJEBD (International Journal of Entrepreneurship and Business Development) Vol 8 No 4 (2025): July 2025
Publisher : LPPM of NAROTAMA UNIVERSITY

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29138/ijebd.v8i4.3181

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Purpose: Entrepreneurial leadership is important in fostering innovation and long-term success. This study explores the challenges South African Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises (SMME) face in adopting entrepreneurial leadership styles; these challenges are particularly pronounced in the South African context due to economic volatility, limited access to capital, and a lack of formal business education among entrepreneurs. Design/methodology/approach: This study employed a rigorous qualitative research design, conducting semi-structured interviews with 16 SMME leaders from diverse industries in the Vhembe District. Findings: The data were meticulously analysed using thematic analysis, revealing the critical leadership challenges and potential solutions. Research limitations/implications: The study has unearthed significant barriers to adopting entrepreneurial leadership styles, including internal resistance, external regulatory and economic pressures, resource limitations, and a lack of leadership awareness. These factors hinder innovation and long-term growth among SMMEs and provide crucial insights for understanding leadership dynamics in resource-constrained environments. Practical implications: The study's findings offer actionable recommendations for overcoming these barriers. It underscores the importance of cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset within SMMEs. These strategies can enable more effective leadership and foster business growth. Paper type: Research paper.
Strategies to enhance entrepreneurship education at the University of Venda Nkondo, Livhuwani Gladys; Mashimbye, Zanele; Mampheu, Vhuthu
Journal of Economics Education and Entrepreneurship Vol 7, No 1 (2026): JEE, APRIL 2026
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Ekonomi FKIP Universitas Lambung Mangkurat

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This study explores the strategies to enhance entrepreneurship education at the University of Venda in South Africa, with the aim of promoting student entrepreneurship and contribute to economic growth and job creation. The research adopted a qualitative research approach; phenomenological design grounded in the constructivist paradigm to gain in-depth insights of students’ experiences in entrepreneurship education. The targeted population comprised University of Venda student-entrepreneurs who participate in entrepreneurship education programmes, and those who are registered for entrepreneurship courses. A convenience sampling technique was used to select 10 students and data was collected through semi-structured face-to-face and telephone interviews according to the research objectives. The collected data was analysed thematically using Atlas.ti version 8.4. the study findings revealed that while entrepreneurship education is present at the university, its effectiveness is hindered by limited practical experience, insufficient institutional support, and outdared curriculum, among other things.  The recommendations made include the suggestion that the University of Venda should collaborate with private companies and government to create internship opportunities for entrepreneurship students to gain hands-on experience. This study is among the first to have managed to identify the strategies to enhance entrepreneurship education. This study was conducted at the University of Venda which means the results may not be generalised in other universities. The researcher, however, further recommends that similar studies can be conducted in other universities to find out any similarities or differences in the conclusions, thereby enlarging the literature on the topic.
Co-Authors Mampheu, Vhuthu Mashimbye, Zanele Muenda, Mutshidza Kingsley