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An In-depth Analysis of the Effects of the Covid-19 Pandemic on Project Delays, Disruptions and Completion – The Case of Botswana
Authors
Larry L Mweetwa
University of Lusaka, School of Business Studies, Lusaka, Zambia
Erastus Mishengu Mwanaumo
University of Lusaka, School of Business Studies, Lusaka, Zambia
University of Zambia Great East Road Campus, School of Engineering, Lusaka, Zambia
Abstract
Due to Covid-19’s negative impact, project completion remains a key topic of conversation in business field. This article examines how the Covid-19 pandemic affected project duration, progress, and completion in Botswana. The study’s goals were met by surveying 105 participants using a questionnaire. The study details covid-19’s disruptions and delays. Extraneous variables’ impact on project success or failure were analysed. The goal was to clarify internal and external factors on active projects during the Covid-19 pandemic. Covid-19 negatively affected many projects. Pandemics cause ineffective communication and coordination, cessation of physical activities, and complicated work processes. The Covid-19 Pandemic disrupted supply chain of raw material for many projects. Late deliveries, fluctuating prices, and contractors’ inability to finish on time pushed back project deadlines. Workers were less productive. Similar problems arose with project funding. These factors caused project interruptions, delays, and completion in Botswana during Covid-19.