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Unisia
Published by Universitas Islam Indonesia
ISSN : 02151421     EISSN : 28291573     DOI : 10.20885/unisia
Core Subject : Religion, Economy, Humanities, Education, Social,
Religion Humanities Economics, Econometrics & Finance Education Social Sciences
Unisia publishes research articles devoted to social sciences and humanities. The journal publishes current research on a broad range of topics, including religion, law, political science, sociology, psychology, economics, history, language, social work, geography, international studies, and women studies. The journal features articles illustrating the use of quantitative or qualitative methods to empirically analyze current issues in social sciences and humanities to solve society problems. The journal emphasizes research articles concerned with multidisciplinary studies in social sciences and humanities.
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Cultural Representation and Ethnocentrism in Nollywood: Directorial Agency, Authenticity, and Globalization in Southern Nigerian Cinema Vitalis, Perpetua Ogechi; Amadi, Richard N.; White, Dike Harcourt
Unisia Vol. 42 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20885/unisia.vol42.iss1.art12

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This study investigates how Nollywood, Nigeria’s dynamic film industry, constructs and negotiates cultural identity and ethnocentrism within Southern Nigerian cinema. Anchored in Auteur Theory, Reflective–Projective Theory, and Cultivation Theory, it explores directors’ roles as cultural authors whose creative decisions shape perceptions of authenticity, morality, and national identity. Employing a qualitative, interpretive design and content analysis of secondary data, the research examines films and scholarly works that reflect Nollywood’s evolving socio-cultural narratives. Findings reveal that while Nollywood often reproduces ethnocentric and patriarchal ideologies through recurrent tropes, it simultaneously acts as a medium for cultural preservation, resistance, and dialogue. Directors emerge as mediators between tradition and modernity, balancing local authenticity with global market pressures intensified by digital technologies and transnational streaming platforms. Furthermore, the study identifies an emerging feminist consciousness among female filmmakers who challenge entrenched gender hierarchies. These dynamics underscore Nollywood’s dual character as both a cultural mirror and a transformative force capable of redefining African modernity and soft power. The research contributes to understanding the intersection of authorship, globalization, and representation in African cinema and highlights Nollywood’s potential to promote inclusive narratives and intercultural understanding while reinforcing Nigeria’s role as a leading voice in global cultural production.
The Effects of Institutional Quality and Human Capital Development on Economic Complexity in Africa: Empirical Evidence from Panel Data Analysis Ojonta, Obed I.
Unisia Vol. 42 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20885/unisia.vol42.iss1.art1

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The present study intends to investigate how the complexity of the economy responds to human capital investment and institutional development in Africa by employing the system GMM on panel data comprising 31 African economies over the period 2011-2020. However, earlier studies tended to ignore these interdependencies. More critically, our results indicate that the development of human capital enables the economic complexity in Africa. On the other hand, governance institutions’ quality in terms of control of corruption, voice and accountability, political stability, and the absence of violence and terrorism do not have any impact on economic complexity. Their effect on governance remains insignificant if governance is measured via government effectiveness, regulatory quality, and the rule of law. This research highlights the importance of diversifying African economies by promoting human capital investments and governance reforms that reduce corruption, ensure transparency and accountability in government, and stabilize politics. Our results also show that infrastructural development and GDP per capita are the major drivers of economic complexity in Africa, whereas international tourism appears to have a significant negative effect. Therefore, we provide several policy suggestions to reflect these insights.
The Portrayal of Women in Social Media: Implications for Social Work Practice Gowda, Manasa
Unisia Vol. 42 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20885/unisia.vol42.iss1.art13

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​This study explores the portrayal of women on social media and its implications for gender representation, empowerment, and social work practice. It investigates how digital platforms simultaneously perpetuate stereotypes and foster spaces for resistance and advocacy. Using qualitative content analysis, data were collected from Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and TikTok to examine recurring themes in visual and textual portrayals of women. The analysis identified four dominant categories—body image, gender stereotypes, empowerment, and activism—revealing the paradox of social media as both a site of self-objectification and a medium for feminist expression. Findings indicate that while idealized portrayals reinforce unrealistic beauty standards and psychological strain, movements such as #MeToo and #BodyPositivity redefine empowerment and visibility in digital spaces. The study further highlights how intersectionality and algorithmic bias which influence women’s voices are amplified or silenced online, emphasizing the persistence of structural inequalities within digital environments. Integrating social work and media literacy emerges as a transformative approach to fostering critical awareness, resilience, and ethical engagement. Overall, the research contributes to feminist digital scholarship by illuminating the complex interplay between empowerment, inequality, and representation, urging policymakers, educators, and practitioners to promote inclusive, equitable, and socially conscious media practices that advance gender justice in the digital age.​
Forgiveness as a Mediator of Neuroticism and Subjective Well-Being Among University Students in Yogyakarta, Indonesia Nashori, Fuad; Subandi, Subandi; Aziz, Rahmat; Diana, Raden Rachmy; Saputri D, Leonita Ikasari
Unisia Vol. 42 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20885/unisia.vol42.iss1.art4

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This research is intended to determine the role of the personality traits of neuroticism and forgiveness on the psychological well-being of students. The research subjects were active students at various universities in the Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The method used is a quantitative method. Data were collected using the Personality Scale, Neuroticism subscale, Forgiveness Scale, and SPANE, and SWLS. Data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The research hypothesis is that forgiveness acts as a mediator in the relationship between the personality trait of emotional stability and students' subjective well-being. The results of the research show that the neuroticism variable plays a role in the forgiveness variable with a standardized regression coefficient value of -0.569 and a significance of p = 0.000 (p < 0.05), the forgiveness variable plays a role in the subjective well-being variable with a standardized regression coefficient value of 0.264 and a significance of p = 0.000 (p < 0.05), and the neuroticism variable plays a role in the subjective well-being variable with a standardized regression coefficient value of -0.485 and a significance of p = 0.000 (p < 0.05).
Business Incubator and Incubatee: A Thematic Review of Challenges and Success in Africa Shillie, Peter Ngek; Wokwen, Cordelia
Unisia Vol. 42 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20885/unisia.vol42.iss1.art5

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Business incubation has been widely promoted across Africa as a mechanism to stimulate entrepreneurship, generate employment, and reduce poverty; however, the outcomes of many incubation programs remain below expectations. This study aims to identify and synthesize the constraints that limit the effectiveness of business incubation, with particular attention to the perspectives of both incubators and incubatees. Employing a thematic literature review of thirty-six peer-reviewed sources retrieved from major academic databases, the analysis organized evidence into incubator-level and incubatee-level factors. At the incubator level, recurring challenges include limited staff competencies, unstable funding, inadequate governance structures, insufficient facilities, weak inter-incubator collaboration, policy friction, and sustainability risks. At the incubation level, barriers are manifested in low commitment, restricted access to technical facilities and workspaces, funding obstacles, and fragile peer networks. Networking has consistently emerged as a pivotal mechanism for overcoming resource scarcity and building collaborative capacity. The findings suggest that incubation outcomes are shaped not only by the resources and skills of incubators but also by the engagement and networking capabilities of incubatees. The study concludes that the underperformance of business incubation in Africa results from multiple interacting bottlenecks, highlighting the importance of professional capacity building, robust governance, financial stability, and the institutionalization of networks to improve entrepreneurial outcomes. By integrating fragmented evidence into a two-actor framework, this research contributes to the incubation literature and offers practical guidance for policymakers and program managers seeking to strengthen entrepreneurial ecosystems in resource-constrained environments.
Environmental Sustainability and Social Justice in Tourism: Towards a Holistic Approach Bentley, Leo
Unisia Vol. 42 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20885/unisia.vol42.iss1.art14

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This study examines the intricate relationship between environmental sustainability and social justice within tourism. With the global imperative to address climate change and promote sustainable practices, the tourism industry stands at a pivotal juncture, where considerations of social equity and environmental stewardship must be intertwined. This study explores the concept of sustainable tourism development as a means of achieving environmental conservation as well as social justice objectives. Drawing on a multidisciplinary framework, this study examined the interconnectedness between environmental sustainability and social justice in the tourism context. It investigates how tourism activities impact local communities, mainly marginalized and vulnerable groups, and analyzes strategies to ensure an equitable distribution of benefits and opportunities. Emphasis is placed on initiatives that prioritize community engagement, cultural preservation, and empowerment of disadvantaged populations. The study also examined the role of stakeholders, including governments, tourism operators, NGOs, and local communities, in promoting a holistic approach to tourism management that balances environmental concerns with social equity goals. The ultimate aim of this study is to propose actionable recommendations and policy frameworks that integrate environmental sustainability and social justice imperatives into tourism planning and management. By fostering a symbiotic relationship among tourism development, environmental conservation, and social inclusion, this study envisions a more equitable and resilient tourism sector that contributes positively to both the planet and society.
Witchcraft Narratives among the Tallensi of Ghana Adu-Gyamfi, Samuel; Tibil Bersong, Dennis; Yakubu Nyaaba, Ali
Unisia Vol. 42 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20885/unisia.vol42.iss1.art15

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Witchcraft and related issues have been part of African metaphysics. It remains one of the most important human predicaments and dynamics that most scholars find difficult to comprehend. Witchcraft accusations have reached alarming rates in the Tallensi District and the five regions of northern Ghana as a whole. Among the Tallensi, accused witches or wizards were sometimes murdered by their people on the advice of a diviner from another community. Sometimes, too, when the diviner confirmed an individual or group of people as witches, they were permanently cast out or expelled from the Tallensi community. There are several academic scholarly works on witchcraft worldwide. They have been closely examined, based on anti-witchcraft shrines, children's witchcraft, ‘witch camps’ accusations, alleged witches, and ethnically related witches and affiliates. However, the current research investigates the concept of witchcraft in a global society and how people understand and relate to it in their respective communities, particularly Tallensi. It also focuses on how one could be identified as a witch or wizard in his/her community, as well as the treatment that was meted out to him/her. Finally, this study sheds more light on the role of traditional indigenous shrines in the discussion of witchcraft among the Tallensi. To achieve this, the research relied on historical sources to re-evaluate the monograph of Meyer Fortes, who argued that witchcraft and its related activities are strange to Tallensi. The current contribution also discusses the increasing role of Christian interpretation of scripture concerning witchcraft and how the same has aggravated the witchcraft quandary in Tallensi. A qualitative research approach based on both primary and secondary data sources was employed in this study. The analysis revealed that, even though people believed in the existence of witchcraft, none could provide empirical evidence to prosecute a witch or wizard. Overall, the study also established that accused witches live a life of misery in their respective communities, even if they are not murdered or banished. Ironically successive governments in Ghana have done little to ameliorate the plight of these people, but they always solicit their vote during periods of elections in the country.
Analysis of Fiscal Policy, Informality, and Economic Growth Nexus in Nigeria Okeke, Chiamaka Lucy; Orji, Anthony; Nwosu, Emmanuel; Anthony-Orji, Onyinye
Unisia Vol. 42 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20885/unisia.vol42.iss1.art16

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This study investigates the impact of fiscal policy on the informal sector and economic growth in Nigeria. In this study, fiscal policy is unbundled into two distinctive categories: government spending and tax burden. The study adopted the ARDL model and bound cointegration test to ascertain whether there is evidence of long- or short-run equilibrium relationships among the core variables. The results show that government expenditure has a positive and significant effect on the size of Nigeria’s informal sector. In the long run, tax or tax burden has no significant effect on the size of the informal sector in Nigeria. This might be attributed to the fact that not a significant number of businesses is captured in the tax net. The results further show that fiscal policy, measured as total government expenditure, has no statistically significant effect on Nigeria’s economic growth in the short run. However, a change in the tax burden has a positive and statistically significant effect on Nigeria’s economic growth. The study recommends that the government implement market-friendly policies that would help integrate the informal economy with the formal economy to boost government tax revenue and enhance fiscal discipline.
Building a Media Business: Case Study of the Journey of Kamiya Jani and ‘Curly Tales’ Mishra, Sreetama
Unisia Vol. 42 No. 1 (2024)
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In recent years, the advent and widespread use of social media platforms have led to significant changes in various aspects of society, including gender dynamics. Presently, social media has emerged as a powerful platform for entrepreneurs to showcase their ventures, connect with their audiences, and build their brands. This study explores the multifaceted role of social media in empowering women across different spheres of life. The emergence of social media platforms has revolutionized the way businesses operate, providing unique opportunities for entrepreneurship. This study explores the role of social media in empowering women entrepreneurs by examining the strategies, challenges, and outcomes of these entrepreneurs in utilizing social media platforms for their business growth. Using this methodology, this study aims to uncover the ways in which women entrepreneurs utilize social media to overcome traditional barriers, enhance visibility, access resources, and build networks. The findings highlight the significant impact of social media on women’s entrepreneurial journeys, offering insights into effective strategies and best practices for leveraging these platforms. This case study delves into the remarkable journey of Kamiya Jani, a prominent figure in the Indian digital content creation space, and her venture "Curly Tales" and her brainchild, Fork Media Group, has carved a niche for itself in the ever-evolving digital landscape, redefining content creation and consumption in India. From humble beginnings to becoming one of the most influential travel and lifestyle content creators in India, her story offers insights into the evolution of digital media and the strategies employed to build a successful YouTube channel and media business.
Evaluating Nigerian Government Policies on Poverty Alleviation and Food Security in the Conflict-Affected North-East Region Abdulazeez , Sajoh; Hamidu, Auwal
Unisia Vol. 42 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20885/unisia.vol42.iss1.art10

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This study examines the effectiveness of Nigerian government policies in combating poverty and food insecurity in the North-East, with a focus on the BAY states, Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe. Despite abundant natural resources and successive poverty alleviation programs, these regions continue to experience severe deprivation due to protracted insurgency, economic instability, and governance failures. Using a qualitative research design based on secondary data from policy documents, institutional reports, and international organizations, the study analyzes how macroeconomic reforms, such as fuel subsidy removal and currency devaluation, intersect with local agricultural and social protection policies. The findings reveal that while national and state frameworks—including the National Agricultural Technology and Innovation Policy and state-level Food Security Sector Strategies—provide structured approaches to recovery, weak institutional coordination, inflation, and insecurity undermine their effectiveness. Comparative evidence from Sub-Saharan Africa suggests that decentralized interventions and public–private partnerships enhance resilience only when supported by accountable governance and sustainable financing. The discussion integrates the Rational Comprehensive Model of Decision-Making to interpret the trade-offs between economic rationality and social welfare, emphasizing the need for adaptive, participatory policy frameworks. Overall, the study concludes that addressing food insecurity and poverty in Nigeria requires aligning macroeconomic reforms with inclusive social protection and institutional reform. It contributes to the academic discourse by linking rational policymaking, governance quality, and humanitarian resilience, offering evidence-based recommendations for achieving sustainable food security and poverty eradication in fragile contexts.

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