Evaluating the spatiotemporal patterns of drought characteristics in a semi‐arid region of Limpopo Province, South Africa
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DOI: 10.1007/s10661-024-13217-6
Abstract: Drought is a complex phenomenon resulting from below-average rainfall and is characterized by frequency, duration, and severity, occurring at a regional scale with dire consequences, especially in semiarid environments. This study used the Reconnaissance Drought… read more here.
Keywords: drought; drought conditions; limpopo province; drought characteristics ... See more keywords
Risk factors associated with occurrence of anthelmintic resistance in sheep of resource-poor farmers in Limpopo province, South Africa
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DOI: 10.1007/s11250-018-1724-2
Abstract: Anthelmintic treatment is the most common way of controlling nematode infections in ruminants even though several countries have reported anthelmintic resistance (AR), resulting in limitation for sustainable small ruminant production. The aim of the present… read more here.
Keywords: anthelmintic resistance; poor farmers; resource poor; province ... See more keywords
Breeding objectives and trait preferences of Nguni goat farmers in Limpopo province, South Africa
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DOI: 10.1007/s11250-025-04281-2
Abstract: Understanding the farmers production objectives, breeding practices and trait preferences is important in designing and implementing Community-based breeding program (CBBP) for genetic improvement of livestock. Thus, this study assessed production objectives, breeding practices and trait… read more here.
Keywords: trait preferences; nguni goat; limpopo province; goat farmers ... See more keywords
Hydrogeochemical characteristics of arsenic rich groundwater in Greater Giyani Municipality, Limpopo Province, South Africa
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DOI: 10.1016/j.gsd.2020.100336
Abstract: Abstract This study evaluated the hydrogeochemical characteristics of groundwater in the Greater Giyani Municipality, Limpopo Province, South Africa. A total of ten (10) groundwater samples were collected from the existing boreholes and analysed for their… read more here.
Keywords: groundwater greater; greater giyani; hydrogeochemical characteristics; giyani municipality ... See more keywords
Knowledge, attitude and barriers to kidney donation in Limpopo province, South Africa
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijans.2021.100316
Abstract: Abstract Background The mortality rates of clients on the transplant waiting list for kidney donations, raised concerns. Members of their families could have saved their lives by donating one of their kidneys. A need was… read more here.
Keywords: limpopo province; donation; kidney donation; south africa ... See more keywords
Tourism as an incentive for rewilding: the conversion from cattle to game farms in Limpopo province, South Africa
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DOI: 10.1080/14724049.2018.1502297
Abstract: ABSTRACT Wildlife has represented the key tourist attractions in South Africa. Boasting the big five, pristine national parks and three of the world’s ecological hotspots, tourism is a growing sector in South Africa. In addition… read more here.
Keywords: tourism; game; south africa; game farms ... See more keywords
Injury, violence, and crime prevention at cultural male initiation schools in Giyani and Malamulele in Limpopo Province, South Africa
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DOI: 10.1080/17457300.2021.2023194
Abstract: Abstract This article explores the role of traditional leadership in partnership policing to prevent crimes, violence and injuries associated with traditional customs at initiation schools in Giyani and Malamulele, Limpopo Province, South Africa. In-depth interviews… read more here.
Keywords: initiation schools; violence; giyani malamulele; limpopo province ... See more keywords
Perceptions of thermal comfort and coping mechanisms related to indoor and outdoor temperatures among participants living in rural villages in Limpopo province, South Africa
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DOI: 10.1177/00812463221129363
Abstract: Global heating is considered one of the greatest threats to human health and well-being. Supporting human resilience to heating threats is imperative, but under-investigated. In response, this article reports a study that drew together results… read more here.
Keywords: outdoor temperatures; thermal comfort; limpopo province; perceptions thermal ... See more keywords
Challenges in establishing and maintaining functional school libraries: Lessons from Limpopo Province, South Africa
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DOI: 10.1177/0961000616667801
Abstract: Most governments, particularly in poor and developing African countries, are hesitant to pledge themselves through a legislated school library policy to roll out an active and sustainable library and information service for their schools to… read more here.
Keywords: information; south africa; limpopo province; school ... See more keywords
Factors that contribute to women’s reluctance to undergo cervical cancer screening in clinics of Limpopo Province, South Africa
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DOI: 10.1186/s12889-025-22524-7
Abstract: Cervical cancer is a prevalent global health issue, ranking as the fourth most frequently diagnosed cancer, with a high rate of mortality among women as compared to breast cancer. The present study aimed to examine… read more here.
Keywords: cancer; undergo cervical; limpopo province; cervical cancer ... See more keywords
Bullying in an educational setting in Limpopo Province: Insights from the social work discipline
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DOI: 10.15270/61-3-1366
Abstract: Bullying is arguably the most prevalent form of aggression and violence experienced by learners during their schooling years. This phenomenon is gaining increasing recognition among social scientists globally and is becoming a pressing concern at… read more here.
Keywords: social work; work; limpopo province; understanding bullying ... See more keywords