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Papers by Evangelos Mantzaris

International Journal of Research In Business and Social Science, Sep 13, 2023

The constantly evolving technology landscape inevitably calls for technological integration in le... more The constantly evolving technology landscape inevitably calls for technological integration in learning and education. It is essential in the world we live in today for every learning method to include the use of new technologies. The study's primary goal is to examine strategies to integrate modern technologies into teaching in South Africa. The paper strives to understand the state of education in South Africa; the government's contribution to education so far; teachers' attitudes and competencies; as well as, and the benefits that new technologies can offer the education system in South Africa. A systematic review of literature that relates to the infusion of conventional technologies into educational settings has been adopted. The research conducted in this paper demonstrated that integrating technology into the teaching-learning process can be a useful strategy for training educators and learners for improved learning and educational outcomes in South Africa. Furthermore, the study's findings revealed that many South African instructors have a negative attitude regarding the usage of modern technologies for teaching. The paper recommended that the government should prioritizes funding for education; and concluded that blended learning is best used as the instructional strategy in South African classes.

Ekklesiastikos Pharos, 2012

The article attempts to tell the story of a pioneering Greek Orthodox missionary in Africa, Archi... more The article attempts to tell the story of a pioneering Greek Orthodox missionary in Africa, Archimandrite Nikodemus Saricas, born in Asia Minor and a traveller through Africa during his lifetime. After exploring briefly a socio-historical portrait of Greek immigration to Africa and South Africa the article deals with the travels, efforts, failures and achievements of a visionary religious traveller whose main aims were to unite the immigrant Greeks under the eternal messages of Greek Orthodoxy and expand the religion's message of peace and love to indigenous African populations. The narrative takes us from the then Transvaal to Southern Rhodesia, Alexandria, Egypt, and Tanganyika where the tireless Servant of God deeply committed himself to serving Greeks and indigenous Africans simultaneously through schooling, religious services and welfare. His message of God, Humanity, Peace and Prosperity has been a beacon of Hope and has been continuously pursued at present by the Patriarchate of Alexandria.

The article will identify and analyse the signifi cance of creativity and innovation as essential... more The article will identify and analyse the signifi cance of creativity and innovation as essential aspects of innovative leadership in the public sector. Innovation denotes the synthesis of different leadership styles that infl uence employees to produce creative ideas, products, services and solutions. In this process the role of the innovative leader and his/her creative planning and initiatives is indispensable as he/she shapes the nature and success of creative efforts within the organisation. The article posits that innovation has some similarities with creativity, a concept that denotes a new synthesis of ideas that might or not be put in practice. Innovation leadership is quite a complex concept that denotes the strategic and visionary role of the leader in shaping organisational roles and different modes of planning, design, decision-making, implementation, assessment and monitoring of outputs that aspire to be innovative both in theory and practice. Innovation leadership's connection to creativity is directly related in many ways to organisational encouragement that allows strategic tactical and organisational renewal based on well-thought plans that permeate the whole spectrum of the organisation. The article further pinpoints the signifi cance for an innovative leader to guide a public organisation in shaping, adjusting strategies and tactics against corruption at all operational levels.

On N Vlassopoulos, see "Ithakasian Society", newsletter, no date, presumably a commemoration of t... more On N Vlassopoulos, see "Ithakasian Society", newsletter, no date, presumably a commemoration of the Society's 75th anniversary. On J Vlassopoulos, see Nicolaides, op cit, page 437. 11 Ithakasian Society 11 newsletter, ibid. Interview with Mr Dimitrakakis, 1924 Greek pioneer,• Cape Town 29 March 1977. See al50 Nicolaides, op cit, page 438. He writes that Sores was so popular in Cape Town that the Municipality had named a city so street after him. Sores•s life details were given by the late Dimitrak.ak.is, and his grave is in the Greek Orthodox Church Cemetery.in Maitland, Cape Town. Nicolaides, op cit, page 4J8.

Alternation, Nov 1, 2020

The national Institute for Communicable Diseases confirmed a first COVID-19 patient on the 05 Mar... more The national Institute for Communicable Diseases confirmed a first COVID-19 patient on the 05 March 2020, which influenced the South African government (10 days later) to declare a National Disaster, as per Section 27(2) of the Disaster Management Act of 2002. This study is triggered by the scant and confusing roles and responsibilities of municipalities (including the eThekwini Municipality) in mitigating the impacts of the virus and proactively responding to the pandemic. The adverse effects of the pandemic to the vulnerable and impoverished communities and the ineffectiveness of the interventions and initiatives to prevent and mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 in this municipality during the lockdown period, also have influenced this study. This article aspires to dissect the existing prevention, preparedness, and mitigating response and recovery strategies in minimizing the impacts of COVID-19 to the vulnerable communities of eThekwini Municipality, and to analyse the effectiveness of municipal enforcement agencies, operations, institutional arrangements and governance, as well as the efficiency of the response plans to the pandemic. The direct relationship between eThekwini municipality and its Disaster Management Centre is emphasised throughout. Design and research methodology: This paper followed an ethnographic participant observation approach design and research methodology where researchers' experiences and understanding of the vulnerable groups living in the informal settlements and their susceptibility to the COVID-19 pandemic were strategically reflected upon. In addition, a qualitative case study was supported Evangelos A. Mantzaris & Bethuel Sibongiseni Ngcamu 118 by a conventional content analysis through researching and coding media articles from different newspapers and official documents, and reporting on COVID-19 and its effects on vulnerable groups. This study espoused the view that the eThekwini Municipality Disaster Management Centre does not comply with certain crucial sections of the Disaster Management Act and cannot effectively, efficiently and proactively, prevent, mitigate and respond to the coronavirus and its effects. The centre faces a shortage of staff and lacks a qualified workforce capable of achieving the objectives of the centre, a reality that makes them unfit to holistically coordinate the municipal programmes in responding to the slow killer virus. The mass evictions of the people living in the informal settlements by the municipal enforcement agents during the strictly regulated lock-down period, suggest that the municipality is not interested in the health and safety of their residents. This article has a potential impact on the government and its agencies' officials, as it will identify a number of bottlenecks and provide suggestions on their contingency plans in minimizing the impacts of the pandemic. In identifying current research hotspots in the COVID-19 discourse, given the paucity of published data on the application of the disaster management principles, this study will make a valuable contribution.

This article analyses a number of key elements and processes of the procurement and tendering sys... more This article analyses a number of key elements and processes of the procurement and tendering systems in the South African public service systematically, with the emphasis on a number of key processes, risk management, and anti-corruption systems and initiatives. The article starts with some definitions and a brief analysis of the existing legislative framework, and briefly examines the functions and importance of budgetary control in procurement management, as well as the different categories of tenders in South Africa and their particularities. Tender processes are outlined in this context, in relation to various forms of corruption in the public sector. The roles that systems, risk management imperatives and procurement management can play in combating corruption are discussed as shields against fraud, collusion, extortion and similar corrupt activities. In response to recent examples where procurement practices led to corruption in South Africa's national and provincial departments, the article provides a tangible plan that supplements the preceding analysis and outlines monitoring and evaluation procurement procedures that could be implemented as a serious weapon to combat corruption. The discussion concludes that the most crucial element in combating corruption in South Africa is political will.

Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management, Nov 4, 2022

Background: The unprecedented and unchecked corruption practices that are prevalent in universiti... more Background: The unprecedented and unchecked corruption practices that are prevalent in universities in South Africa have been aggravated by the minimal enforcement of policies and rules by university administrators and managers. This has opened up opportunities for corrupt relationships between internal and external stakeholders seeking to embark on corrupt activities in universities. As corruption is a worldwide phenomenon, this study selected previously disadvantaged universities in South Africa to investigate the effectiveness of university administrators and managers. The research examines the enforcement of policies and regulations in the effort to curb corruption. Objective: The study further sought to determine the extent to which service providers and politicians are enabled to manipulate the supply chain management and procurement systems, convincing the university officials to overlook quality standards and specifications. Method: This study was suited to a multi-case study approach, and the qualitative method was used to obtain data. A sample of 20 respondents were approached from different employment categories, including departments, faculties and trade unions. Results: The major highlights of the study pointed to the following as being the dimensions of corrupt practices in universities: rules and regulations were not enforced by university officials. There were obvious corrupt relationships and agreements among corrupt individuals, without any action being taken against them; there was a clear corrupt relationship between internal and external forces, which included bribery by funders, service providers and suppliers; there was political interference from members of management and council members, driving the corruption agenda. Conclusion: To fill the gaps that enable corruption in universities, the development of an anticorruption workforce is a necessity. This can be achieved through skills development, proper intelligence, cooperation from stakeholders, employees refusing gifts and/or bribes and consequence management for those who are driving corruption. Contribution: The findings of the study can be used to assist university stakeholders, agencies and decision-makers in understanding the nature and extent of the corruption that is prevalent in the institutions concerned. The research could have a positive influence on improving policy compliance and adding value regarding the scant literature on corruption in universities.

Emerald Publishing Limited eBooks, Nov 5, 2021

Journal of Contemporary Management, 2023

Emerald Publishing Limited eBooks, Nov 5, 2021

Emerald Publishing Limited eBooks, Nov 5, 2021

Emerald Publishing Limited eBooks, Nov 5, 2021

Emerald Publishing Limited eBooks, Nov 5, 2021

Emerald Publishing Limited eBooks, Nov 5, 2021

Africa’s Public Service Delivery and Performance Review, Nov 29, 2021

Setting: This is a reflective study where secondary data has been analysed and intertwined with t... more Setting: This is a reflective study where secondary data has been analysed and intertwined with the researchers' experiences and insights of the South African informal settlements' welfare. Methods: This article followed a reflective approach where the experiences of the vulnerable communities are strategically reflected upon. Results: This fascinating study unearthed the effects of the coronavirus disease on the socioeconomic conditions of vulnerable communities, the economy of the informal sector, the brutal enforcement agencies during the lockdown period, criminality, the fragmented government response and the marginalisation and frustration of civil society groups in providing humanitarian assistance to those in need. Conclusion: The South African government's fragmentations, bureaucratic, maladministration and corruption in public departments have adversely impacted the welfare of the vulnerable groups who are living in the informal settlements. The human rights violations by the security agencies which are directed to the indigent people, and the centralisation of the humanitarian efforts by government had a negative effect on their wellbeing.

Journal of Natal and Zulu History, 1983

The Journal for Transdisciplinary Research in Southern Africa, Apr 23, 2019

South African Journal Of Sociology, May 1, 1985

Journal of Southern African Studies, Apr 1, 1983

A. Callinicos: Southern Africa After Zimbabwe, (London: Pluto Press, 1981), pp. 186, price £2.95 ... more A. Callinicos: Southern Africa After Zimbabwe, (London: Pluto Press, 1981), pp. 186, price £2.95 (Pbk)T. Hanf, H. Weiland, and G. Vierdag: South Africa: the prospects of peaceful change, (London: Rex Collings, 1981), pp.492, price £15.00 (cloth)South Africa: Time Running Out: The Report of the Study Commission on U.S. Policy Toward Southern Africa, (Berkeley and Los Angeles: University of California Press/Foreign

African Identities, Jul 20, 2021

International Journal of Research In Business and Social Science, Sep 13, 2023

The constantly evolving technology landscape inevitably calls for technological integration in le... more The constantly evolving technology landscape inevitably calls for technological integration in learning and education. It is essential in the world we live in today for every learning method to include the use of new technologies. The study's primary goal is to examine strategies to integrate modern technologies into teaching in South Africa. The paper strives to understand the state of education in South Africa; the government's contribution to education so far; teachers' attitudes and competencies; as well as, and the benefits that new technologies can offer the education system in South Africa. A systematic review of literature that relates to the infusion of conventional technologies into educational settings has been adopted. The research conducted in this paper demonstrated that integrating technology into the teaching-learning process can be a useful strategy for training educators and learners for improved learning and educational outcomes in South Africa. Furthermore, the study's findings revealed that many South African instructors have a negative attitude regarding the usage of modern technologies for teaching. The paper recommended that the government should prioritizes funding for education; and concluded that blended learning is best used as the instructional strategy in South African classes.

Ekklesiastikos Pharos, 2012

The article attempts to tell the story of a pioneering Greek Orthodox missionary in Africa, Archi... more The article attempts to tell the story of a pioneering Greek Orthodox missionary in Africa, Archimandrite Nikodemus Saricas, born in Asia Minor and a traveller through Africa during his lifetime. After exploring briefly a socio-historical portrait of Greek immigration to Africa and South Africa the article deals with the travels, efforts, failures and achievements of a visionary religious traveller whose main aims were to unite the immigrant Greeks under the eternal messages of Greek Orthodoxy and expand the religion's message of peace and love to indigenous African populations. The narrative takes us from the then Transvaal to Southern Rhodesia, Alexandria, Egypt, and Tanganyika where the tireless Servant of God deeply committed himself to serving Greeks and indigenous Africans simultaneously through schooling, religious services and welfare. His message of God, Humanity, Peace and Prosperity has been a beacon of Hope and has been continuously pursued at present by the Patriarchate of Alexandria.

The article will identify and analyse the signifi cance of creativity and innovation as essential... more The article will identify and analyse the signifi cance of creativity and innovation as essential aspects of innovative leadership in the public sector. Innovation denotes the synthesis of different leadership styles that infl uence employees to produce creative ideas, products, services and solutions. In this process the role of the innovative leader and his/her creative planning and initiatives is indispensable as he/she shapes the nature and success of creative efforts within the organisation. The article posits that innovation has some similarities with creativity, a concept that denotes a new synthesis of ideas that might or not be put in practice. Innovation leadership is quite a complex concept that denotes the strategic and visionary role of the leader in shaping organisational roles and different modes of planning, design, decision-making, implementation, assessment and monitoring of outputs that aspire to be innovative both in theory and practice. Innovation leadership's connection to creativity is directly related in many ways to organisational encouragement that allows strategic tactical and organisational renewal based on well-thought plans that permeate the whole spectrum of the organisation. The article further pinpoints the signifi cance for an innovative leader to guide a public organisation in shaping, adjusting strategies and tactics against corruption at all operational levels.

On N Vlassopoulos, see "Ithakasian Society", newsletter, no date, presumably a commemoration of t... more On N Vlassopoulos, see "Ithakasian Society", newsletter, no date, presumably a commemoration of the Society's 75th anniversary. On J Vlassopoulos, see Nicolaides, op cit, page 437. 11 Ithakasian Society 11 newsletter, ibid. Interview with Mr Dimitrakakis, 1924 Greek pioneer,• Cape Town 29 March 1977. See al50 Nicolaides, op cit, page 438. He writes that Sores was so popular in Cape Town that the Municipality had named a city so street after him. Sores•s life details were given by the late Dimitrak.ak.is, and his grave is in the Greek Orthodox Church Cemetery.in Maitland, Cape Town. Nicolaides, op cit, page 4J8.

Alternation, Nov 1, 2020

The national Institute for Communicable Diseases confirmed a first COVID-19 patient on the 05 Mar... more The national Institute for Communicable Diseases confirmed a first COVID-19 patient on the 05 March 2020, which influenced the South African government (10 days later) to declare a National Disaster, as per Section 27(2) of the Disaster Management Act of 2002. This study is triggered by the scant and confusing roles and responsibilities of municipalities (including the eThekwini Municipality) in mitigating the impacts of the virus and proactively responding to the pandemic. The adverse effects of the pandemic to the vulnerable and impoverished communities and the ineffectiveness of the interventions and initiatives to prevent and mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 in this municipality during the lockdown period, also have influenced this study. This article aspires to dissect the existing prevention, preparedness, and mitigating response and recovery strategies in minimizing the impacts of COVID-19 to the vulnerable communities of eThekwini Municipality, and to analyse the effectiveness of municipal enforcement agencies, operations, institutional arrangements and governance, as well as the efficiency of the response plans to the pandemic. The direct relationship between eThekwini municipality and its Disaster Management Centre is emphasised throughout. Design and research methodology: This paper followed an ethnographic participant observation approach design and research methodology where researchers' experiences and understanding of the vulnerable groups living in the informal settlements and their susceptibility to the COVID-19 pandemic were strategically reflected upon. In addition, a qualitative case study was supported Evangelos A. Mantzaris & Bethuel Sibongiseni Ngcamu 118 by a conventional content analysis through researching and coding media articles from different newspapers and official documents, and reporting on COVID-19 and its effects on vulnerable groups. This study espoused the view that the eThekwini Municipality Disaster Management Centre does not comply with certain crucial sections of the Disaster Management Act and cannot effectively, efficiently and proactively, prevent, mitigate and respond to the coronavirus and its effects. The centre faces a shortage of staff and lacks a qualified workforce capable of achieving the objectives of the centre, a reality that makes them unfit to holistically coordinate the municipal programmes in responding to the slow killer virus. The mass evictions of the people living in the informal settlements by the municipal enforcement agents during the strictly regulated lock-down period, suggest that the municipality is not interested in the health and safety of their residents. This article has a potential impact on the government and its agencies' officials, as it will identify a number of bottlenecks and provide suggestions on their contingency plans in minimizing the impacts of the pandemic. In identifying current research hotspots in the COVID-19 discourse, given the paucity of published data on the application of the disaster management principles, this study will make a valuable contribution.

This article analyses a number of key elements and processes of the procurement and tendering sys... more This article analyses a number of key elements and processes of the procurement and tendering systems in the South African public service systematically, with the emphasis on a number of key processes, risk management, and anti-corruption systems and initiatives. The article starts with some definitions and a brief analysis of the existing legislative framework, and briefly examines the functions and importance of budgetary control in procurement management, as well as the different categories of tenders in South Africa and their particularities. Tender processes are outlined in this context, in relation to various forms of corruption in the public sector. The roles that systems, risk management imperatives and procurement management can play in combating corruption are discussed as shields against fraud, collusion, extortion and similar corrupt activities. In response to recent examples where procurement practices led to corruption in South Africa's national and provincial departments, the article provides a tangible plan that supplements the preceding analysis and outlines monitoring and evaluation procurement procedures that could be implemented as a serious weapon to combat corruption. The discussion concludes that the most crucial element in combating corruption in South Africa is political will.

Journal of Transport and Supply Chain Management, Nov 4, 2022

Background: The unprecedented and unchecked corruption practices that are prevalent in universiti... more Background: The unprecedented and unchecked corruption practices that are prevalent in universities in South Africa have been aggravated by the minimal enforcement of policies and rules by university administrators and managers. This has opened up opportunities for corrupt relationships between internal and external stakeholders seeking to embark on corrupt activities in universities. As corruption is a worldwide phenomenon, this study selected previously disadvantaged universities in South Africa to investigate the effectiveness of university administrators and managers. The research examines the enforcement of policies and regulations in the effort to curb corruption. Objective: The study further sought to determine the extent to which service providers and politicians are enabled to manipulate the supply chain management and procurement systems, convincing the university officials to overlook quality standards and specifications. Method: This study was suited to a multi-case study approach, and the qualitative method was used to obtain data. A sample of 20 respondents were approached from different employment categories, including departments, faculties and trade unions. Results: The major highlights of the study pointed to the following as being the dimensions of corrupt practices in universities: rules and regulations were not enforced by university officials. There were obvious corrupt relationships and agreements among corrupt individuals, without any action being taken against them; there was a clear corrupt relationship between internal and external forces, which included bribery by funders, service providers and suppliers; there was political interference from members of management and council members, driving the corruption agenda. Conclusion: To fill the gaps that enable corruption in universities, the development of an anticorruption workforce is a necessity. This can be achieved through skills development, proper intelligence, cooperation from stakeholders, employees refusing gifts and/or bribes and consequence management for those who are driving corruption. Contribution: The findings of the study can be used to assist university stakeholders, agencies and decision-makers in understanding the nature and extent of the corruption that is prevalent in the institutions concerned. The research could have a positive influence on improving policy compliance and adding value regarding the scant literature on corruption in universities.

Emerald Publishing Limited eBooks, Nov 5, 2021

Journal of Contemporary Management, 2023

Emerald Publishing Limited eBooks, Nov 5, 2021

Emerald Publishing Limited eBooks, Nov 5, 2021

Emerald Publishing Limited eBooks, Nov 5, 2021

Emerald Publishing Limited eBooks, Nov 5, 2021

Emerald Publishing Limited eBooks, Nov 5, 2021

Africa’s Public Service Delivery and Performance Review, Nov 29, 2021

Setting: This is a reflective study where secondary data has been analysed and intertwined with t... more Setting: This is a reflective study where secondary data has been analysed and intertwined with the researchers' experiences and insights of the South African informal settlements' welfare. Methods: This article followed a reflective approach where the experiences of the vulnerable communities are strategically reflected upon. Results: This fascinating study unearthed the effects of the coronavirus disease on the socioeconomic conditions of vulnerable communities, the economy of the informal sector, the brutal enforcement agencies during the lockdown period, criminality, the fragmented government response and the marginalisation and frustration of civil society groups in providing humanitarian assistance to those in need. Conclusion: The South African government's fragmentations, bureaucratic, maladministration and corruption in public departments have adversely impacted the welfare of the vulnerable groups who are living in the informal settlements. The human rights violations by the security agencies which are directed to the indigent people, and the centralisation of the humanitarian efforts by government had a negative effect on their wellbeing.

Journal of Natal and Zulu History, 1983

The Journal for Transdisciplinary Research in Southern Africa, Apr 23, 2019

South African Journal Of Sociology, May 1, 1985

Journal of Southern African Studies, Apr 1, 1983

A. Callinicos: Southern Africa After Zimbabwe, (London: Pluto Press, 1981), pp. 186, price £2.95 ... more A. Callinicos: Southern Africa After Zimbabwe, (London: Pluto Press, 1981), pp. 186, price £2.95 (Pbk)T. Hanf, H. Weiland, and G. Vierdag: South Africa: the prospects of peaceful change, (London: Rex Collings, 1981), pp.492, price £15.00 (cloth)South Africa: Time Running Out: The Report of the Study Commission on U.S. Policy Toward Southern Africa, (Berkeley and Los Angeles: University of California Press/Foreign

African Identities, Jul 20, 2021