Maximino G. S. Costumado

Maximino Costumado , with over ten years of experience, has contributed significantly to academia, research, and community development in countries such as Canada, Mozambique and South Africa. Currently, a Community Development lecturer and researcher at the School of Built Environment and Development Studies (SOBEDS), University of Kwazulu Natal (UKZN), Maximino specializes in diverse research areas, including good governance, community mapping, demographics, sustainable development, and public health. His skills encompass designing research instruments, data analysis, technical report preparation, and youth mentoring. A dedicated professional, Maximino is committed to advancing knowledge in Community Development and governance systems. He is a PhD candidate in Community Development at SOBEDS, UKZN, and he holds a master's in population studies.

Publications

Stakeholder Engagement and Community Participation in Sustainable Development in Southern Africa
Stakeholder Engagement and Community Participation in Sustainable Development in Southern Africa
Maximino Costumado, José A. D. Chemane. © 2024. 25 pages.
This chapter highlights the role of stakeholder engagement and community participation in sustainable development and growth in Southern Africa. It emphasizes the relevance of...
Mozambique's Singular Path in Southern Africa's Coalition Governance Landscape
Mozambique's Singular Path in Southern Africa's Coalition Governance Landscape
Maximino G. S. Costumado, Delma C. Da Silva, A. D. Chemane. © 2024. 20 pages.
This in-depth comparative study explores the complexities of coalition governance in Southern Africa, specifically focusing on Mozambique's remarkable absence of coalition...