...: An Auto-Ethnographic Account of an Emerging Woman Academic’s Entry into the Academy in South Africa ... by Nokulunga Shabalala

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Suitability of Bentonite-Stabilized Laterite for Use as a Material for Nuclear Waste Containment in Sub-Saharan Africa by Emmanuel E. Arinze, Colin T. Davie

“…This article investigates the potential use of a bentonite-stabilized laterite mixture as a material for nuclear waste containment in sub-Saharan Africa. The study analyzes the engineering properties of the composite material, including its compaction properties, permeability, swelling properties, and specific gravity. …”
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Strengthening teamwork and respect (STAR) in maternity units: developing a health system intervention in South Africa by Tanya Doherty, Ruwayda Petrus, Sandra Land, Christiane Horwood, Veronique Filippi, Lyn Haskins, Cleo Phewa, Sphindile Mapumulo, Silondile Luthuli, Vaughn M. John

“…Disrespect and abuse in maternity services in South Africa has been described over several decades and are rooted in the country’s complex socio-political landscape and unequal health system which places strain on public sector health professionals. …”
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Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices on Urinary Schistosomiasis among Primary Schoolchildren in Nelson Mandela Bay, South Africa by Sydlynn Dorné Hambury, Anna D. Grobler, Paula Ezinne Melariri

“…Schistosomiasis remains a public health concern in South Africa (SA), with the highest prevalence of infection found among schoolchildren under the age of 15 years. …”
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Exploring the clinical profiles and management of juvenile dermatomyositis in Africa: a survey of African rheumatology care providers by Jessica Perfetto, Laura B. Lewandowski, Dawn M. Wahezi, Vanessa Ogega, Joan Ahimbisibwe, Kate Webb, Christiaan Scott, Angela Migowa

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Progress towards an eco-friendly insect pest management approach in subtropical agro-ecosystems (South Africa) by Tertia Grové

“…Abstract South Africa is a known exporter of subtropical fruit (avocado, litchi and mango). …”
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The pedestrian in west Africa’s town, the poor parent of mobility in the Sahelian city of Ouaga-Dougou in Burkina Faso by Soma Assonsi, Yameogo Lassane

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Modifiable risk factors for anemia among women of childbearing age in sub-saharan Africa (2015–2023) by Beminate Lemma Seifu, Yohannes Mekuria Negussie, Angwach Abrham Asnake, Bezawit Melak Fente, Zufan Alamrie Asmare, Mamaru Melkam, Meklit Melaku Bezie, Alemayehu Kasu Gebrehana, Sintayehu Simie Tsega, Hiwot Atlaye Asebe

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The Health Impacts of Air Pollution in the Context of Changing Climate in Africa: A Narrative Review with Recommendations for Action by Lynn M Atuyambe, Raphael E Arku, Natasha Naidoo, Thandi Kapwata, Kwaku Poku Asante, Guéladio Cissé, Belay Simane, Caradee Y Wright, Kiros Berhane

“…Methods: We conducted a narrative review and synthesized current literature on the health impact of air pollution in the context of changing climate in Africa. Results: Particulate matter (PM2.5) concentrations in Africa pose significant health risks due to various sources, including household fuels and industrial emissions. …”
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FACTORS INFLUENCING THE EFFECTIVE CAPTURE OF INDIRECT COSTS IN ACCIDENT REPORTS BY EMERGING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS IN SOUTH AFRICA by Ayodeji .O. Aiyetan, Chikezirim Okorafor

Subjects: “…Accident, Construction, Contractor, Cost, Health and Safety, South Africa…”
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A New Genus of Ponerine Ants From West Africa (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) Wrlth Ecological Notes by William L. Baown, William H. Gotwald, Jean Lévieux

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Evaluating the revenue and taxation implications of cannabis legalization in South Africa: Insights from Canada and the United States by Kiran Baldavoo, Shazia Hassen

“… Purpose: This study aims to evaluate the impact of cannabis legalization on revenue mobilization and taxation in South Africa by analyzing the experiences of jurisdictions that have legalized cannabis. …”
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A Visual Review and Bibliometric Analysis of Cloud Computing Traffic Flow Forecasting for a Digital Africa by Sello Prince Sekwatlakwatla, Vusumuzi Malele

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Population dynamics and digitalization: implications for COVID-19 data sources in South Africa—a scoping review by Monica Ewomazino Akokuwebe, Martin E. Palamuleni, Erhabor Sunday Idemudia

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Delineating Hot Zone and Lineaments within Vredefort Crater in South Africa through Aeromagnetic Data Inversions by Muhammad B Atif, Yongzhi Wang, Muhammad P Akhter, Bello Y Ayoola, Lawal K Muideen, Fahad Hameed, Kateryna Hlyniana, Bo Wen, Zubair Nabi, Dong Yuhao, Yakubu M Bashir

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Safe schools Africa: Ensuring the provision of safe infrastructure for school children on donor-financed road projects by Ayikai Poswayo, George Malekele, Jeffrey Witte, Emmanuel Adanu

“… Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) has the world’s highest road traffic injury rates, and rates are increasing as the continent develops and mobilises. …”
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Soil Microbial Responses to Varying Environmental Conditions in a Copper Belt Region of Africa: Phytoremediation Perspectives by Kabwe Nkongolo, John B. Mukalay, Antoine K. Lubobo, Paul Michael

“…The mining industry in the copper belt region of Africa was initiated in the early 1900s, with copper being the main ore extracted to date. …”
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Assessment of the Temporal and Spatial Variation of the Mercury Content of Lake Nokoué in Southern Benin Republic (West Africa) by Julien G. Adounkpe, N. B. Nadia Azon, Hermione W. Dégila, Peace Hounkpe, Robertson Amoussou

“…Lake Nokoué in Benin Republic, the most fishery products provider in West Africa, is subject to mercury pollution. The health threat to both the benthic and the consumers of the fishery products from this lake has to be anticipated by precisely determining the dynamics of mercury contamination of the waters and sediments of Lake Nokoué, taking into account the anthropogenic contribution. …”
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Rapid change in red cell blood group systems after the main Out of Africa of Homo sapiens by Stéphane Mazières, Silvana Condemi, Wassim El Nemer, Jacques Chiaroni

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Types, design, implementation, and evaluation of nutrition interventions in older people in Africa: A scoping review protocol. by Anthony Manyara, Tadios Manyanga, Rudo Chingono, Shane Naidoo, Kate Mattick, Grace Pearson, Opeyemi Babatunde, Niri Naidoo, Kate A Ward, Celia L Gregson

“…<h4>Introduction</h4>Africa's older population is increasing and this, necessitates the development of interventions to promote healthy ageing. …”
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