Motsumi Taje

Mr. Motsumi Taje

University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa
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Academic Career Length

2Years (2025-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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27 November 2025 in Cambridge Open Engage
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This research examines the intricate and often contentious relationship between economic growth and environmental sustainability, challenging conventional paradigms that prioritize economic expansion at the expense of ecological preservation. The study critically assesses the assumptions underpinning growth-centric development models, with particular attention to the Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC), which posits that environmental degradation increases in the early stages of economic growth before improving as a society becomes wealthier. Through a detailed critique of the EKC and the impacts of capitalist economic structures, this paper highlights the flaws of these models, particularly their failure to account for irreversible environmental damage and the insufficient role of policy interventions in mitigating ecological harm. Furthermore, the research explores how international competition and the capitalist drive for profit exacerbate environmental degradation, pushing nations to weaken environmental regulations in pursuit of economic advantage. The paper advocates for a shift towards sustainable economic models that integrate both economic growth and environmental conservation, stressing the need for robust regulatory frameworks and international cooperation. The findings underscore that, while economic and environmental objectives have historically been seen as mutually exclusive, a balanced approach is not only feasible but essential for achieving long-term prosperity and ecological stability.

28 November 2025 in SocArXiv
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This research examines the intricate and often contentious relationship betweeneconomic growth and environmental sustainability, challenging conventional paradigms thatprioritize economic expansion at the expense of ecological preservation. The study criticallyassesses the assumptions underpinning growth-centric development models, with particularattention to the Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC), which posits that environmental degradationincreases in the early stages of economic growth before improving as a society becomeswealthier. Through a detailed critique of the EKC and the impacts of capitalist economicstructures, this paper highlights the flaws of these models, particularly their failure to account forirreversible environmental damage and the insufficient role of policy interventions in mitigatingecological harm. Furthermore, the research explores how international competition and thecapitalist drive for profit exacerbate environmental degradation, pushing nations to weakenenvironmental regulations in pursuit of economic advantage. The paper advocates for a shifttowards sustainable economic models that integrate both economic growth and environmentalconservation, stressing the need for robust regulatory frameworks and international cooperation.The findings underscore that, while economic and environmental objectives have historicallybeen seen as mutually exclusive, a balanced approach is not only feasible but essential forachieving long-term prosperity and ecological stability

1 January 2026 in SSRN Electronic Journal
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This research examines the intricate and often contentious relationship between economic growth and environmental sustainability, challenging conventional paradigms that prioritize economic expansion at the expense of ecological preservation. The study critically assesses the assumptions underpinning growth-centric development models, with particular attention to the Environmental Kuznets Curve (EKC), which posits that environmental degradation increases in the early stages of economic growth before improving as a society becomes wealthier. Through a detailed critique of the EKC and the impacts of capitalist economic structures, this paper highlights the flaws of these models, particularly their failure to account for irreversible environmental damage and the insufficient role of policy interventions in mitigating ecological harm. Furthermore, the research explores how international competition and the capitalist drive for profit exacerbate environmental degradation, pushing nations to weaken environmental regulations in pursuit of economic advantage. The paper advocates for a shift towards sustainable economic models that integrate both economic growth and environmental conservation, stressing the need for robust regulatory frameworks and international cooperation. The findings underscore that, while economic and environmental objectives have historically been seen as mutually exclusive, a balanced approach is not only feasible but essential for achieving long-term prosperity and ecological stability.

7 August 2025 in Cambridge Open Engage
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The debate on the existence of ghost in the human being world has been one of the ongoing controversies globally, especially based on a very ancient idea that a human body is separate from their soul, and when the body dies, the spirit can still live on nor remain trapped in the living world under certain circumstances. This research paper explores the existence of ghosts, aiming to compel the readers and making them aware of their potential reality based on historical accounts, eyewitness testimonies, and scientific inquiry. The study analyses a range of documented experiences, captured documentaries, cultural perspectives, and paranormal investigations to build a case for the credibility of ghost phenomena. Qualitative methods were primarily used, including the examination of secondhand interviews, case studies from paranormal researchers, and content analysis of reports from reputed researchers and organisations. Additionally, secondary data from scientific studies on electromagnetic fields, infrasound, and psychological responses were evaluated to support or challenge claims of ghostly encounters. The research findings reveal more about the factors or reasons behind the manifestation of ghostly spirits in the living world, the distinction between ghosts and spirits, the types of ghost hauntings, forms of ghosts and technology behind the detection of ghostly spirits. The findings suggest that while scepticism remains valid, there is compelling evidence that warrants further open-minded investigation into the paranormal: existence of ghosts.