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In this dissertation, we present an integer-valued generalised autoregressive conditional heteroscedastic (INGARCH)(p, q) model based on the Poisson distribution. This model proves to be effective for modelling overdispersed integer-valued time series with conditional heteroscedasticity. The...

The present procedures for paying student fees in higher learning institutions are inefficient and complex. In addition, the rise in the number of students studying in higher learning institutions has led to long frustrating queues and overcrowding in most financial institutions and higher...

The dissertation examined drivers that contribute to the decline of Limnothrissa miodon on Lake Tanganyika. Explicitly, the research study pursued; (i) factors that contribute to the reduction of Limnothrissa miodon, (ii) effects of not sustaining Limnothrissa miodon on fishers and marketeers and...

Daily rainfall amounts and distribution are known to be highly variable leading to either low crop yields or total crop failure in some parts of Zambia because many small scale farmers depend on it as a main source of moisture to support the growth of crops. Therefore, this study aims to provide...

The aim of the study is to examine the impacts of converting residential properties to commercial properties on livability in Northmead residential area of Lusaka. Conversion processes are lacking Development control which is timely and coordinated in Northmead. For example, most approvals are...

The issue of post-examination malpractice is a significant concern in the educational sector, and it is good to see that efforts are being made to address this problem. Your proposed solution to use blockchain technology to prevent grade manipulation is an innovative approach that could have a...

Breast cancer (BC) patients in Zambia more commonly present with advanced-stage disease and often at young ages (≤50 years). Breast cancer gene 1 (BRCA1) is a tumor suppressor gene in which mutations have been linked to disease presentation at a young age. More than 600 distinct pathogenic...

study assessed the extent to which the National Decentralisation Policy (NDP) had been implemented by Lusaka City Council (LCC) of Zambia, as of July, 2019. The objectives of the study were to ascertain the status of the implementation of the NDP by LCC, to examine the strategies of implementing...

Integrated development planning is a process that requires the involvement of stakeholders in determining the strategic development priorities to their development needs. Stakeholder participation is an instrument used meeting citizen’s development needs when they influence and share control over...

Beer is mainly produced through fermentation. This process happens in the presence of the only micro-organism that is allowed which is Saccharomyces cerevisiae which ferments the small sugars to produce alcohol, carbon dioxide and energy. A large percentage of microbial contamination occurs when...