http://hdl.handle.net/11189/1833 Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:52:43 GMT 2026-08-12T10:52:43Z http://hdl.handle.net/11189/1843 Title: An exploratory study on public service compliance to the code of conduct and related issues on conflict of interest in South Africa : a leadership perspective Authors: Mahomed, Fazela; Uregu, Ile Isoma Abstract: Leadership in many environments, micro or macro sets the tone of what is acceptable behaviour. Leaders should be exemplary in their conduct, as their conduct may be used as standards by those they lead. Being exemplary includes their compliance to various regulatory guides such as the Codes of Conduct. The authors argue that if leadership do not comply with the codes of conduct then employees will follow suit by disregarding various aspects of the Code. This will lead to indiscipline and institutionalise corruption in the South African public service hence; there should be zero tolerance for non-compliance of the codes, especially by leaders, but beyond that it should be about developing a new ethical culture more than just compliance. In the examining of the ethical conduct of employees, we will be looking specifically at the adherence to Codes of Conduct and issues related to conflict of interest, as financial disclosure is a requirement for public servants employed at senior management level. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the theoretical and legislative framework underpinning the ethical leadership in South Africa, and to reflect on the Code of Conduct and the impact on the ethical conduct of senior managers in the public service. This is with particular reference to managing conflict of interest within the stakeholders. It will also consider whether the disclosure and ethical provisions are adequate and or appropriate to promote appropriate levels of ethical conduct, and finally to assess the impact. Description: JOLMS VOL1 NO1 September 2014 Mon, 01 Sep 2014 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/11189/1843 2014-09-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/11189/1842 Title: Quality employee training and development in improving service delivery : the case of a selected municipality Authors: Mpofu, Mthokozisi; Hlatywayo, Clifford Kendrick Abstract: Municipal employees have come under fire for poor performance and conduct in their work as some engage in corruption and others are not qualified enough to discharge their duties to the required levels. Employee training and development has become one of the key aspects in improving employee performance in organisations, thus leading to improved organisational performance and growth.The purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between the quality of employee training and development on service delivery in a selected municipality. Data was collected from 150 employees and 150 residents within the selected municipality. The results indicated the need for effective employee training and development systems and processes to achieve improved employee performance thus improved provision of basic services to the communities. Mon, 01 Sep 2014 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/11189/1842 2014-09-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/11189/1841 Title: The challenges of entrepreneurial leadership in Nigeria Authors: Abbas, Muhammad Kabir Abstract: No organisation big or small, private or public can successfully survive the inadequacies of leadership, because it is the hub upon which all organisational activities rotate. This is the case especially in an entrepreneurial setup. No doubt the entrepreneurship, being as it may, is most vulnerable to defective leadership. This is because it is an endeavour where virtually every aspect of running the organisation rests on the leader. A study conducted indicates that more than 45% of the entrepreneurial failure was a result of leadership problem. The complexities, unpredictability and difficulty of the human nature pose greater challenges to leadership in any set up, this is more aggravated by a situation where the leader gives one-on-one directives to the subordinates. The paper is descriptive aimed at excavating the internal and external challenges of leadership in an entrepreneurial set up, as well as proposes better ways of averting these internal and external problems. Wed, 01 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/11189/1841 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/11189/1840 Title: The effect of self-efficacy improvement on the effectiveness of project managers in contemporary organisations Authors: Kamohi, Lebogang; Jacobs, Autram Abstract: These modern, dynamic environments are characterised by high levels of pressure to perform, as well as rapid changes caused by advances in technology. Factors such as globalisation and recessions play critical roles in the increasingly intense cost-cutting contemporary organisations. Hence, the current project manager effectiveness factors previously researched like methodology, people-skills and leadership have brought project practice only so far and will not be allencompassing in the future. These refer to how the project manager relates externally during project practise in terms of how the project manager relates to the project itself. Projects as change management undertakings therefore demand an understanding of the manager’s own internal assessment, self-awareness, and the ability to understand the abilities and how they can be applied. An understanding of these factors coupled with appropriate use of these resources, techniques and tools produces a context-relevant and empowered project manager. By means of meta-ethnography and qualitative research, it was established that self-efficacy is extremely relevant to project management in this regard, and also enhances a number of personal attributes required for the project manager to thrive in these modern environments. The research found that project managers who can manage their self-assessment with regards to their projects will be more effective in these dynamic landscapes. The research results postulated that self-efficacy has a significant improvement in five specific personal critical competencies such as adaptability, ability to handle ambiguity, persistence, perseverance, emotional intelligence and resilience. Wed, 01 Jan 2014 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/11189/1840 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z