OIDA International Journal of Sustainable Development
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Modeling of the Redevelopment of Agglomerations in aqueous environments in the face of the Sustainable Development Goals, case of squatting in Kinshasa
Mbambu K. Shaloom1,2,3*, Tshiswaka Ngalula Kanyinda Martin1, D. Kabeya Nahum 4, Léonard Kabeya Mukeba Yakasham2,3
1 Institut Supérieur d’Architecture et d’Urbanisme (ISAU), Kinshasa, DR Congo
2 Institut Supérieur de Techniques Appliquées (ISTA), Kinshasa, DR Congo
3 Academy of Sciences & Engineering for Africa Development (ASEAD), Kinshasa, DR Congo
4 Academy of Sciences & Engineering for Africa Development (ASEAD), Perth, Australia.
Volume 16, Issue 03, Pg. 11-24, 2023.
Abstract: The abundant rainfall experienced by the city-province of Kinshasa, with climate change and intense heat are the subject of natural disasters and loss of human life. This study of the redevelopment of agglomerations in aqueous environments in the face of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) is one of the solutions to national challenges and a priority for the Ministry of Housing and Infrastructure. It is in order to improve the living conditions of the residents of the aqueous environment of the City of Kinshasa in particular, of Africans in general and because of the protection of the ecosystem. Well-being is also one of the development engines of any nation, because good health is the first wealth that an individual has. This problem of habitat degradation is attracting the attention of researchers, scientists, whose architects, town planners, landscape architects and environmentalists make it a concern in the world to offer an appropriate framework meeting standard standards by the “Yakam Matrix” finally to understand the interface between a human and his shelters, shelters and his environment by the physical states of matter. Our objective is to contribute to the integral development and ensure the good vital condition recommended by the 11th objective of Sustainable Development, by the construction of social housing and ecological cities or garden cities. This article will be accompanied by some sketches of a typical case of one of the areas of Kinshasa – DR Congo. The general considerations and conceptions,
Key words: Yakam Matrix, Well-being, ecosystem, renewable energy, sustainable development, Eco-architecture, aqueous medium.
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Village Fund Policy on The Indonesian Economic Sector
Mukhammad Taufiqur Rakhman1, Muhammad Zilal Hamzah2, and Eleonora Sofilda3
1Direktorat Jenderal Pendidikan Islam, Lapangan Banteng, Jakarta, Indonesia.
2,3Universitas Trisakti, Jakarta, Indonesia.
Volume 16, Issue 03, Pg. 25-38, 2023.
Abstract: Realizing national development through government spending to reduce poverty and increase economic activity in villages is through Village Fund spending. This study aims to analyze the Village Fund policies that have an impact on the Indonesian economic sector. The methodology of this research is quantitative with the analysis technique of Village Fund policy simulation in the economic sector with the 2016 Input-Output model (I-O 2016) through analysis: the average portion of the Intermediate Input and Primary Input, Sectoral Push and Attractiveness Index, Multiplier Forward and Backward Linkage, Multiplier Linkage Total, calculation of the main driving sectors of economic growth and simulation of economic impacts through the Village Fund policy. The results of this study showed that the average portion of the Intermediate Input, namely the input obtained from other economic sectors used for the production process in 185 economic sectors, was 47.48%. The average portion of Primary Input which includes compensation for labor, gross operating surplus, taxes, and subsidies used in 185 economic sectors is 52.52%. The results of the calculation of the Sectoral Driving Force Index and the Multiplier Forward Linkage of the economic sectors recorded in the top 5 (five) sectors, namely: (1) Basic Chemicals except Fertilizers; (2) Electricity; (3) Oil and Gas Refinery Products; (4) Rental Services and Business Support Services; (5) Petroleum. The results of the calculation of the Sectoral Attractiveness Index and the Backward Linkage Multiplier of the economic sector which recorded 5 (five) major, namely: (1) Electricity; (2) Printed Goods; (3) Apparel; (4) Starter Engine; (5) Results of Skin Preservation and Tanning. Based on 185 economic sectors, there are 57 economic sectors that have a Sectoral Drive Index above 1 (one) and 104 economic sectors that have a Sectoral Attractiveness Index above 1 (one). Based on 185 economic sectors, there are the top 5 (five) economic sectors that have a Total Multiplier Linkage value and if all simulated (100%) the Village Fund is only allocated to these economic sectors, it will generate significant economic added value from GDP in 2019, namely: (1) Basic Chemistry except Fertilizers; (2) Electricity; (3) Oil and Gas Refinery Products; (4) Rental Services and Business Support Services; (5) Petroleum. Based on the results of the Village Fund policy simulation, the Government needs to consider continuing the Village Fund distribution policy which has a major impact on economic value added to several economic sectors that are supporting activities for the community’s economy.
Keywords: Economic Sector, Government Spending, Input-Output, Village Fund
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The role of staff localization in a Social Enterprise’s Performance
Maria Regina L. Pacifico 1, Joel A. Abing 2, Jinnette M. Anacio 3, Argie G. Caguil 4,
Raquel A. Cambe 5, Zulfakar A. Mukammali 6, Mohshin Habib,7,8
1,2,3,4,5,6 ASA Philippines Foundation, Inc. Prestige Tower, F. Ortigas Jr. Rd.,
Pasig City 1605, Philippines. 8 Laurentian University, ON, Canada.
Volume 16, Issue 03, pg. 39-58, 2023.
Abstract: Staff localization means having a job in the locale where a person and their family live. Being near one’s family is an ideal way to achieve well-being, and a job is important in addressing basic needs, but what if the job vacancy is far from your home? Is there a significant difference in the performance of localized and non-localized staff? This research addresses this question, and the findings show that localized staff managed to perform better than non-localized staff because of familiarization with the areas in which they work, the common dialect they use to serve the clients, and the management of delinquency. Additionally, staff performance is positively influenced by successful localization.
Keywords: localized staff, non-localized staff, performance, staff localization
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Port Concession Policies In Indonesia as an Attractive Instrument for Investor
Suhadi Kusumo1, Muhammad Zilal Hamzah 2, Bambang Soedaryono 3
1Public Policy Studies, Faculty of Economics and Business, Trisakti University, Indonesia.
2,3 Public Policy Studies, Faculty of Economics and Business, Trisakti University, Indonesia.
Volume 16, Issue 03, Pg. 59-78, 2023.
Abstract: The Indonesian government is very aware that infrastructure is one of the determinants of smooth and accelerated development. Infrastructure development, including the Port Infrastructure, needs large funds. The role of the private sector is absolutely necessary to accelerate port infrastructure development because the APBN and internal SOE funds are very limited. The government quickly anticipates by making related regulations, namely Public-Private Cooperation (KPS), Government-Business Entity Cooperation (PPP), and Concession Cooperation. This study aims to analyze and examine port concession policies in Indonesia for the benefit of investors. This research uses quantitative and qualitative descriptive methods. Data was collected through library research, interviews, and Focus Group Discussions (FGD). Processing of data from FGD results by coding and data exploration through NVivo.
The results of this study indicate that the port concession policy implemented in Indonesia has attracted enough investors and succeeded in increasing the amount of investment in the port sector. Based on the results of the FGD it was found that (i). Issues regarding ease of doing business, legal certainty, business certainty, gradual determination of concession fees, the flexibility of institutional access, and complicated port permit processes will have an impact on Indonesia’s investment competitiveness, especially in the port sector; (ii). The determination of the concession fee will have an impact on two things, namely on the aspect of investment competitiveness and port development; and (iii). Port development is also related to the maturity of Information Technology aspects to support business process transparency so as to reduce trade-offs that occur.
This study recommends that to realize the port as a locomotive of development and national welfare in the archipelagic country of Indonesia, it is necessary: (i). New breakthroughs to attract national and foreign private investors to invest in the port sector; (ii). Provide facilities in the field of licensing; (iii). Creating a more guaranteed sense of security and comfort; (iv). Determination of flexible concession period; (v). Granting a grace period (maximum 3 years) for payment of concession fees; (vi). So that capital gains can be assessed at a fair market price, and subsequently treated/calculated as additional capital for investors to be converted to a period of time as an additional concession period or by other means of settlement after an agreement, and (vii). Improving the business environment and ship routes in accordance with the Indonesian shipping road map.
Keywords: Port`s infrastructure, APBN, Concessions, FGD, NVivo.
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