IOSR-JHSS   Volume-31 ~ Issue-9 ~ Sep. 2026

Abstract: The relationship between religion and social transformation remains a significant concern in contemporary discussions of leadership and development. This paper examines the potential of biblical prophetism to contribute to community development by analyzing the prophetic ministry of Elisha in 2 Kings 1–8. It argues that biblical prophetism should not be understood merely as the communication of divine messages or the prediction of future events, but also as a form of spiritual and moral leadership capable of addressing practical human needs and promoting societal transformation. Using narrative and theological analysis, the study explores the characteristics of.....

Key Words: Biblical Prophetism; Community Development; Prophetic Leadership; Social Transformation

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[2]. Asuquo, Offiong Offiong. “Pentecostalism and Development: The Role and Prospects of Prosperity Gospel in the Socio-Economic Development of Nigeria.” Predestinasi 14, no. 1 (2020): 45–60.
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Abstract: The history of Assam’s Tea Tribe communities began with the expansion of colonial plantations and the movement of workers from several regions of India. Over time, their descendants formed diverse communities whose social and economic lives became closely connected to tea gardens, although their identities cannot be reduced to plantation work......

Keywords: Tea Tribe communities; Assam; Colonial plantations; Migration; Plantation labour; Socioeconomic transformation; Adivasi identity

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Abstract: Chinese classical gardens embody the excellent traditional culture of China. The English translation of the introductions of their scenic spots can help promote the overseas dissemination of garden culture and enhance the international influence of Chinese culture. This article takes the Skopos Theory as the theoretical framework and employs methods such as literature research, text analysis, case analysis, and comparative analysis to study the English......

Key Words: Skopos Theory; classical gardens; scenic spot introduction; English translation.

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Abstract: Student indiscipline remains a persistent challenge in Kenyan secondary schools, and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has been proposed as a potential solution. However, the effectiveness of ICT in discipline management is often constrained by multiple systemic barriers. This study investigated the challenges hindering the effective use of ICT in managing student discipline in public secondary schools in Igembe North Sub-County, Meru County, Kenya. A descriptive cross-sectional survey was conducted with 241 respondents comprising principals, deputy principals, teachers, and school captains. Quantitative data were collected using.....

Key words: ICT challenges, student discipline, infrastructure, teacher training, policy gaps, resistance to change, Kenyan secondary schools

[1]. Alice, O. (2019). Challenges faced by teachers and students in using instructional technologies in secondary schools in Kisii County, Kenya. East African Journal of Education, 4(2), 88–104.
[2]. Atieno, J., & Kinyanjui, B. (2023). Effects of technology application on student discipline in public secondary schools in Nakuru County, Kenya. East African Journal of Education Studies, 6(2), 45–61.
[3]. Badshah, A., Khan, S., & Ali, M. (2023). Smart education systems using IoT: Opportunities and challenges. International Journal of Educational Technology, 18(3), 210–228.
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Abstract: Nigeria's abundant natural resources estimated as $700 billion in untapped solid minerals, 37.5 billion barrels of petroleum, and roughly 20.4 million hectares of forest have instead become targets of systematic criminal exploitation rather than engines of development. Using an explanatory mixed-methods design that combines qualitative analysis of policy documents and institutional reports with quantitative data from NEITI, Global Forest Watch, and ACLED, this study examines illegal mining, resource looting, and illegal logging across Nigeria's six.....

Key words: Corruption, Illegal Mining, Resource Looting, Illegal Logging, Nigeria

[1]. ACLED (2023). Armed conflict location and event data project: Nigeria dataset 2010–2023. Retrieved from https://acleddata.com
[2]. Africa Centre for Strategic Studies (2024). Security dynamics in Sub-Saharan Africa. Washington, DC: Africa Centre for Strategic Studies.
[3]. AP News (2024). In Nigeria's Nasarawa State, lithium mining brings devastation to Pasali community. Associated Press, 12 March 2024.
[4]. Babatunde, A. O., Bello, R. A. and Atanda, F. A. (2018). Oil theft and pipeline vandalism in Nigeria's Niger Delta: A socio-economic analysis. Journal of Energy Policy and Research, 5(1), 44–59.
[5]. Bodo, T., Nwiyor, E. and Digha, O. N. (2020). Crude oil theft and artisanal refining in Rivers State, Nigeria: Causes, effects and remedies. International Journal of Social Sciences and Management Research, 6(3), 1–13.

Abstract: Background: Marriage in contemporary Zimbabwe is under considerable strain, shaped by economic instability, shifting gender norms, and evolving cultural expectations. Religious institutions, particularly Pentecostal churches, have emerged as critical sites of marital support, yet limited empirical research has examined the specific challenges couples face within these faith communities. This study investigated the marital challenges experienced.....

Key words: Marital challenges, Christian couples, Pentecostal church, Zimbabwe, Marital conflict, Pastoral counselling, Family systems theory, Social exchange theory

[1]. Baloyi, M. E. (2022). Marriage as a cornerstone of African society. Journal of African Studies, 45(2), 112–128.
[2]. Heim, C., & Heim, C. (2025). How long-term couples cope with chronic stressors and adverse life course events in marriage: A qualitative study. Journal of Family Psychotherapy, 45(2), 450–472.
[3]. Hove, P., Chirubvu, L., & Masuku, S. (2024). Dissolution of marriages during crises: Lessons from the COVID-19 era in Harare, Zimbabwe. In K. Manase & M. Chiweshe (Eds.), Marriage in contemporary Zimbabwe: Identity, community, and change. Taylor & Francis.
[4]. Makumbini, P., Magezi, V., & Nanthambwe, P. (2025). Navigating marital tensions between African traditions and Western influences: Emic insights for pastoral intervention. Theologia Viatorum, 49(1), a363.
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Abstract: This study examined corruption as an impediment to the effective resolution of land-related disputes by traditional institutions in Kontagora Emirate, Niger State, Nigeria. Specifically, it assessed the nature of land-related disputes, the extent of corruption in customary dispute resolution, the effectiveness of traditional institutions, and the effects of corruption on land dispute resolution. The study was anchored on Institutional Theory and adopted a descriptive survey research design. Data were collected from 108 respondents using structured questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics comprising frequencies and percentages. The findings revealed that boundary, inheritance.....

Key words: Corruption, Traditional Institutions, Land-related Disputes, Land Governance, Kontagora Emirate, Niger State.

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[2]. Akinola, S. R. (2020). Land governance and customary institutions in Nigeria: Issues and prospects. African Journal of Governance and Development, 9(1), 45–61.
[3]. Bello, M., & Adebayo, A. (2021). Traditional institutions and land dispute management in Northern Nigeria. Journal of African Studies and Development, 13(4), 112–126.
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Abstract: The Syrian conflict has produced extensive humanitarian documentation, and its emotional and psychological impacts are profoundly captured in literature. Zoulfa Katouh’s novel, As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow, brings the Syrian experience to global literary discourse through the life of a young protagonist; illustrating fear, hope, love, and....

Key words: Trauma, Survival, Guilt, Resilience, Hope

[1]. Abboud, Samer. (2018). Syria. Polity Press, Oxford University Press.
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Abstract: Unmet health needs remain a significant challenge among Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) in India, reflecting deep inequalities in access to healthcare services. This study examines the relationship between unmet health needs and the Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI) among the Paudi Bhuiyan tribe of Western Odisha. Using a multidimensional framework, the research incorporates key indicators of health, collected through household surveys, which reveal a high prevalence of untreated illness, inadequate maternal healthcare, malnutrition.....

Key words: Unmet Health needs, Multidimensional Vulnerability index (MVI), PVTGs, Tribal Health Inequality, Healthcare Accessibility

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