Breaking the Chains: Transforming Africa’s Economies through Sound Financial Management

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The guide, “Breaking the Chains: Transforming Africa’s Economies through Sound Financial Management,” embarks on a comprehensive journey through the financial landscapes of African nations. It illuminates the pressing challenges born from poor public financial management while spotlighting a myriad of solutions. From the fundamental principles of transparency and accountability to the practical reforms reshaping budgeting, auditing, procurement, and revenue collection, this guide maps out a transformative course. Robust institutions, capacity building, and the role of technology take center stage, while anti-corruption measures fortify the quest for transparency and accountability. International support, monitoring and evaluation, and strategies for overcoming barriers stand as crucial partners in this journey. Amidst the challenges and roadblocks, the future of Africa is boundless, awaiting a new era of economic growth and sustainable development—a future where the chains of fiscal mismanagement are but a distant memory.

The Influence of Emotional Intelligence, Professionalism, and Individual Characteristics on the Performance of Employees of the Investment Agency, Integrated One-Stop Service, Trans-­Migration, and Labor in the Balangan Regency, South Kalimantan Province

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This study aims to examine the influence of Emotional Intelligence, Professionalism, and Individual Characteristics on the Performance of Employees of the Investment Agency, Integrated One-Stop Service, Trans­-Migration, and Labor in the Balangan Regency, South Kalimantan Province. The population in this study consists of employees of the Investment and Integrated One-Stop Service Agency, Transmigration, and Labor Office in Balangan Regency, totaling 109 individuals. The sampling method used in this research is the census method. The selection of the census method in this study is based on the consideration that all employees of the Investment and Integrated One-Stop Service Agency, Transmigration, and Labor Office in Balangan Regency amount to 109 individuals. Therefore, the entire population is used as the sample. The data analysis used in this research is multiple linear regression with statistical tools facilitated by the IBM SPSS v.21 program. The results of this study indicate that Emotional Intelligence, Professionalism, and Individual Characteristics have an influence on Performance of Employees of the Investment Agency, Integrated One-Stop Service, Trans­-Migration, and Labor in the Balangan Regency, South Kalimantan Province. The Individual Characteristics variable has a dominant influence on the on Performance of Employees of the Investment Agency, Integrated One-Stop Service, Trans­-Migration, and Labor in the Balangan Regency, South Kalimantan Province.

The Potential of Lipid Oxidation on Non-Gluten Mocaf Cookies Incorporated with Chicken Meat-Carrot Puree

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Cookies and crackers are the most popular snack in many countries. They are essentially made from wheat flour, which is also an issue as Indonesia is completely dependent on wheat imports. On the other hand, people with celiac disease could not consume wheat-derived products, including biscuits. Replacing the raw material of biscuits with local flour is one approach to reduce the use of wheat and help people with celiac disease. The aim of this study was to evaluate the quality of cookies made from modified cassava flour (mocaf), incorporated with chicken meat and carrot puree, from the point of view of lipid oxidation potential. The parameters observed were free fatty acids, peroxide value and thiobarbituric acid (TBA) number as indicators of lipid oxidation. The experimental design used was a completely randomised design with one factor, the ratio of chicken meat to carrot puree. The ratio was in 4 levels (F1 = 0:0 (control), F2 = 12.5%:37.5%, F3 = 25%:25%, F4 = 37.5%:12.5%). The results showed that the free fatty acid content had a range of 4.37-5.47 g/100 g, peroxide values 2.73-5.75 mq.eq/kg and TBA values 4.96-5.46 mg.mlonaldehyde/kg. Compared to the sample control (F1), the F4 formulation was considered to be the best biscuit in terms of low peroxide value and TBA values.

Exploring WhatsApp as Teaching and Learning Activities during Covid-19/New Normal era: A Semiotic Technology Analysis

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In the landscape of modern education, the integration of technology, particularly within language learning, has gained substantial scholarly attention. Among digital platforms, WhatsApp has undergone a notable transformation, evolving from a basic messaging application to a versatile social hub. Its role expanded significantly during the Covid-19 pandemic, becoming a pivotal tool for online teaching and learning activities, prevalent not only in higher education but also across secondary levels. While existing studies have predominantly focused on user interaction within WhatsApp, limited attention has been directed toward the technical aspects or the application’s usage in the teaching and learning process. This research aims to comprehensively explore WhatsApp’s potential as a facilitator for English language studies, employing a semiotic multimodal analysis approach guided by Poulsen’s seminal work on semiotic technology. The study delves into WhatsApp’s intricate network of semiotic resources, semiotic regimes, and interactions, unveiling the complex interplay between language elements, multimodal features, and cultural aspects within this digital realm. Through the lens of semiotics, multimodal studies, and social semiotics, this investigation endeavors to offer a holistic understanding of WhatsApp’s use as an educational tool, shedding light on its multifaceted role in contemporary educational contexts.

Ternate Sultanate Palace: A Multifaceted Hub at the Crossroads of Culture and Politics

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Historically, sultans have always had living space (lebenschraum habitus). In the Sultanate of Ternate, the living space of the sultans was the kadaton (palace) which since its birth was organized according to the philosophical cosmology constructed in a person’s customs. The palace (kadaton) as the basis of political legitimacy means that the palace is not merely the residence of the king and his relatives, but it is also seen as the state itself (exemplary state), so that in the history of its development, the palace has become an institution of power that politically has the same weight as the institution nobility itself. This research aims to 1) to reveal the Myth of the Seven Princesses: Source of Legitimacy, and 2) to reveal how the Sultan’s palace strengthened the Cultural and Political Center. This research used descriptive qualitative method. The result of this research revealed that the Sultanate of Ternate attempted to build and maintain its power base based on three factors. First, geopolitics, which causes the palace to have a traditional identity position that is closely related to the source of magical beliefs. Second, the doctrine of power, the palace has a central doctrine which makes the king the representative of God’s power (micro cosmos). Third, the basis of aristocratic power centered on cultural hegemony.

Exploring the Nexus of Technology Availability, Child-Friendly Interface Design, Early Childhood Digital Literacy, Cognitive Skills, and Creativity in Language Learning in the Context of Banten Javanese Language

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This research delves into intricate relationships involving technology availability, child-friendly interface design, early childhood digital literacy, cognitive skills, and creativity within the Banten Javanese language in Indonesia. Employing empirical analysis and statistical modelling, it examines the impact of technology and child-friendly interfaces on digital literacy, cognitive skills, and creativity, providing insights for theory and practice. The findings show significant positive correlations between technology availability, digital literacy, and cognitive skills among young learners. Child-friendly interfaces enhance digital literacy, cognitive abilities, and creativity in language learning. Theoretical contributions underscore integrating technology into language preservation, emphasizing its influence on digital literacy, cognitive development, and creativity in language learning. The study highlights digital literacy’s mediating role in the relationship between technology and language development. Educators and advocates can use these insights to design language programs prioritizing digital literacy and creative language acquisition. However, the study’s limitations, such as contextual specificity and a limited sample size, suggest the need for future research, including longitudinal and cross-cultural studies. The study’s novelty lies in its interdisciplinary approach, offering a nuanced understanding of how technology can enrich language acquisition while preserving cultural heritage.

 

Implementation of Strategic Management in Building Student Character in Education Institutions in Indonesia

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The purpose of this research is to find out and analyze strategic management in realizing student character how student character is manifested and what are the obstacles and solutions in realizing student character. The research method used in this research is a qualitative method with the main data source being observation and interviews with informants who have been selected in this research. The informants in this research were the school principal, teachers, school committee, and students’ parents. The analysis technique in this research uses the Miles and Huberman analysis model. The results of the research show that strategy management realizes student characteristics, namely, strategy formulation, strategy implementation, and strategy evaluation. Students’ character can be categorized as good, such as good manners, independence, self-confidence, discipline, maintaining cleanliness, dressing neatly, being obedient, and having respect for other people. The challenge in developing student character is including the social environment outside the madrasah. Therefore, it is necessary to have the maximum involvement of parents in preventing deviant behavior.

The Influence of Organizational Culture and Job Competence on Employee Work Productivity at PT Patriot Intan Abadi, Tanah Laut Regency

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This study aims to examine the influence of organizational culture and job competence on employee productivity at PT Patriot Intan Abadi, Tanah Laut Regency. The population in this study comprises all employees of PT Patriot Intan Abadi, totaling 137 employees. The sampling technique used in this research is probability sampling, employing the Taro Yamane or Slovin formula for calculation. Based on the Slovin formula calculation, the determined sample size is 58 respondents/employees. The data analysis used in this research is multiple linear regression with statistical tools facilitated by the IBM SPSS v.25 program. The results of this study indicate that organizational culture and job competence have an influence on the work productivity of employees at PT Patriot Intan Abadi. The job competence variable has a dominant influence on the work productivity of employees at PT Patriot Intan Abadi, Tanah Laut Regency.

Balancing Teacher–Led And Student–Led Activities When Teaching Foreign Languages to Students at Uzbekistan’s State Conservatory

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This paper will look at the issue of implementing new work methods in English classes at the State Conservatory of Uzbekistan. Recently, there has been a lot of debate on whether to switch to a student–centered method or stick with the traditional model, in which the teacher entirely controls the process. There has been the need to employ innovative ways for motivating students and monitoring learning activities in the process of learning foreign languages in the digital educational environment. The paper argues that most students, regardless of their level, prefer cooperative learning and value teacher assistance. The forms of education that students select are determined by their attitude toward the learning process. The combined learning process allows language learners to cooperate with their teacher and fellow students, resulting in changes in the connection between teachers and students in which students’ personal interests and professional aspirations are taken into account. In the case of teaching conservatory students, it was discovered that student–centered training was less beneficial for those of students that just starting to learn English language as well as for the students at an intermediate level, but showed good results for the students approaching a more advanced level of understanding.

Implementation of Machinery Breakdown Insurance at PT Semen Indonesia

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This research relating to insurance for operational machines at PT Semen Indonesia raises problems, namely: What is the object of implementing Machinery Breakdown Insurance in practice at PT. Semen Indonesia, and how to settle claims contained in insurance at PT. Indonesian Cement. The research results stated that, In this case the object insured by PT. Semen Indonesia to PT. Jasindo is all damage and/or that is sudden and unexpected and is not excluded in the policy or the machines insured. Compensation guarantee in Machinery Breakdown Insurance between PT. Semen Indonesia with PT. Jasindo if a loss occurs, what PT Jasindo will pay to PT Semen Indonesia is based on the damage.In the event of an insurance claim for machine damage, PT Semen Indonesia must immediately notify PT Jasindo about the loss/damage within 7 (seven) calendar days and must assist PT Jasindo in conducting a survey to calculate the compensation that will be given. PT Jasindo’s responsibility is to compensate for losses due to the asset’s condition becoming its original condition, without taking into account profit or loss. In this case, PT Jasindo is responsible within 3 x 24 hours and beyond that time PT Jasindo is no longer responsible. If there is a dispute regarding Machine Damage Insurance between PT Semen Indonesia and PT Jasindo in terms of claims, then PT Semen Indonesia and PT Jasindo agree to take legal action, namely through arbitration or through the local District Court.