Model Entrepreneurial University in the Global South: The Exemplar of the Zimbabwe Ezekiel Guti University

The study critically explores the concept of the entrepreneurial university within the context of the Global South epistemological and knowledgedriven socio-economic situatedness, focusing particularly on the Zimbabwe Ezekiel Guti University (ZEGU). The conception of the study sprang from the growing perception of universities as centres of innovation, particularly in regions grappling with economic challenges. Employing document review for data collection and thematic content analysis to derive insights, the study concludes that ZEGU plays a pivotal role in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship aptitudes and competencies, even amidst financial crises, unemployment, poverty, and inequality rife in Zimbabwe. The article further recommends strategies for addressing the unique challenges faced by ZEGU, such as financial constraints and limited resources, while also highlighting the university ‗s successes in enhancing regional competitiveness and economic growth. By showcasing and bringing to the fore ZEGU's initiatives to increase students' entrepreneurial intentions and support business startups, this article contributes to the broader discourse and research canon on the role of entrepreneurial universities in the Global South, offering valuable lessons for similar institutions to scaffold from. The study employed a qualitative research design to explore the right to the city and its implications for urban residents, particularly marginalised groups. Data collection was conducted through a comprehensive desk review, sourcing existing literature from reputable academic databases and platforms. The primary sources included Google Scholar that provided access to a vast array of scholarly articles and theses, and key books on urban studies, sociology, and related fields for historical and theoretical perspectives. Additionally, peer-reviewed journal articles focusing on urban planning, social justice, and public policy were reviewed to obtain current research findings and debates. For data analysis, the study engaged in textual analysis to systematically examine the collected data. This method involved interpreting and analysing texts to understand their meaning, context, and significance. The process began with familiarising with the data through initial reading and re-reading of the texts. This was followed by coding, where key themes, concepts, and patterns related to the right to the city were identified and categorised. Thematic analysis was then conducted to organise the coded data into coherent themes, synthesising significant insights and trends. Finally, the themes were analysed in the context of existing literature and theoretical frameworks to provide a comprehensive understanding of the right to the city.