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Volume 59, Issue 332, August 2023

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This study aimed to assess the student’s perception of cyber security threats when using social media. The study employed communication privacy management theory. This study was conducted at the Institute of Accountancy Arusha – Dar es Salaam Campus where the target population was 382 from which a sample size of 195 was obtained to represent postgraduate students. The study employed quantitative research approach and descriptive research design; upon which data was collected through a questionnaire. The collected data was analyzed by using SPSS Version 25 which enabled the research to perform different statistical tests such as descriptive statistics, correlation analysis and regression analysis to assess the students’ perception of cyber security threats. The finding of this study revealed that, students are aware of cyber security threats they face when using social media. The study therefore recommends that students should be given regular cyber security training to promote the security of social media consistently. It was also recommended that social media owners should keep communication lines open to the social media user to report, communicate and remind the service provider of the presence of any security breach. Lastly students should ensure that they do not become negligent or reckless when dealing with social media.

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SOCIAL SCIENCE

Influence of Tanzania Revenue Authority service quality on voluntary tax compliance among Small Medium Enterprises in Tanzania: A case of Singida region

James Daniel Chindengwike

The aim of this study was to assess the influence of Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) service quality on voluntary tax compliance among Small Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Tanzania: A case of Singida Region.

Discovery, 2023, 59(332), e95d1300

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Dyslexia: Meaning, evolving concepts and its current practices in school-level mathematics in the Nepalese context

Rajendra Kunwar, Jagat Krishna Pokhrel, Hari Prasad Sapkota

Dyslexia is a neurodevelopmental disorder that impairs an individual's capacity to read, write and spell with precision and fluency. This is a common learning disability that can have a significant impact.

Discovery, 2023, 59(332), e96d1298

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SCIENCE

Spatio-Temporal analysis of Land-Use and Land-Cover dynamics in Oghara, Delta State, Nigeria

Jomata Lucky Igben

This study investigates the spatio-temporal dynamics in land use and land cover (LULC) in Oghara, Delta State, Nigeria between 1991 and 2019 using GIS and remote sensing technology.

Discovery, 2023, 59(332), e97d1299

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Heavy metal determination in selected local and foreign food seasonings sold in markets within Enugu metropolis and their health risk potentials

Aniobi CC, Ndubuisi JO, Ezeagwu PC, Okeke OR, Igoche SA, Ejinaka NO

Studies were carried out to evaluate the heavy metal levels in the selected local and foreign food seasonings sold in markets within Enugu metropolis and their health risk potentials to the adult population.

Discovery, 2023, 59(332), e98d1302

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Unveiling novel therapeutic strategies through the lens of Igbo-African conceptualization of medicine: A scientific-philosophical exploration

Ignatius Nnaemeka Onwuatuegwu

This article delves into the realm of Igbo-African conceptualization of medicine and its potential impact on the development and implementation of novel therapeutic strategies.

Discovery, 2023, 59(332), e99d1037

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SOCIAL SCIENCE

Discerning the correlation between spellings and consonant sounds in English words

Lok Raj Sharma

Understanding the relationship between spellings and consonant sounds is essential for developing effective pronunciation skills and language proficiency. This study aims to discern the correlation.

Discovery, 2023, 59(332), e100d1305

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SCIENCE

Impact of farmers' internal displacement on household food security in Benue State, Nigeria

Uza Dooshima, Alamveabee Effraim Idyorough, Confort Ugbem-Onah, Solomon Chimela Nwafor

In summary, the study focused on the impact of internal displacement on household food security among farmers in Benue State, Nigeria. The study employed a social survey design.

Discovery, 2023, 59(332), e101d1276

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Midwife led maternity care models: A scoping review

Grace Danda, Cynthia Nombulelo Chaibva, Yevonnie Chauraya, Calleta Gwatiringa, Judith Audry Chamisa, Israel Dabengwa, Hlalani Moyo, Fennie Mantula, Elopy Sibanda

Introduction: Midwife led maternity care models focus on normality, continuity of care and being cared for by trusted midwives from preconception throughout pregnancy, labour and the postnatal period.

Discovery, 2023, 59(332), e102d1304

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Socio-economic factors influencing utilization of electronic media in cassava production in Akamkpa LGA, Cross River State, Nigeria

Nsa Akiba Ayi, Celestine Oyui Itanim, Ukwapu Chrisanthus Undiandeye

The study analyzed the socio-economic factors influencing utilization of electronic media in cassava production in Akamkpa LGA, Cross River State, Nigeria. The study sampled 150 cassava farmers and a set of questionnaires.

Discovery, 2023, 59(332), e103d1309

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Perception on cyber security threats upon using social media: Perspectives from postgraduate students from the Institute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA) Dar es Salaam Campus

Glory William Kamugisha, Juma Ally Mshana

This study aimed to assess the student’s perception of cyber security threats when using social media. The study employed communication privacy management theory. This study was conducted at the Institute of Accountancy Arusha – Dar es Salaam Campus.

Discovery, 2023, 59(332), e104d1310

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ENGINEERING

Socio-Economic impact assessment of Agus-1 hydroelectric power plant in Marawi city, Philippines: A case study

Jalaloden M Motalib

Basically, the construction of Agus-1 where it utilized the Lake Lanao as its reservoir, had affected the way of living of the Maranao people settling around shore of Lake Lanao, particularly in Marawi city as its host community.

Discovery, 2023, 59(332), e105d1038

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MEDICINE

Prevention of the NMDA glutamate receptor antagonist ketamine-induced oxidative stress, brain neuronal degeneration and liver injury by methylene blue

Omar ME Abdel-Salam, Amany A Sleem, Eman R Youness, Enayat A Omara

Methylene blue (MethyB) was shown to possess potential neuro- and liver protective properties. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of MethyB on brain neurodegeneration and liver injury induced by ketamine.

Discovery, 2023, 59(332), e106d1312

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