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1 wish to extend my gratitude to various people who, at various stages during Ihe writing of this dissertation, were prepared to help, guide and suppot? me to tomplete this research successfully. I am deeply gratefui to Almighty God, Tor the courage and life He gave me to complete this study. A special word of gratitude to Dr. N. J. L. Mazibuko, my supervisor who provided counselling, encouragement, selfless advices, guidance and assistance to carry out the work without frustration. My wife, for understanding the academic life that sometimes she would be ignored for attention would be given to the studies. My colleagues, Ms Matselane NR, for motivating me to further my studies and Mr Mokoena M. J., for the undivided support and assistance Thank you very much, you are GREAT GUYS. My family, daughters and son, my mother, my late father, a brother and sisters, the relatives and everybody who wished me success in thi