A decade-long overview of adverse events in a tertiary surgical service in South Africa by H Wain, D L Clarke, S Wall

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Economic Growth and Foreign Direct Investment in Africa: The Mediating Role of State Fragility and Natural Resources. by Barugahara, Florence, Munyambonera, Ezra

“…The study found that FDI does not affect Africa's economic growth directly or indirectly after interacting with FDI with state fragility and natural resources. …”
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REFORMING MEMORY: ESSAYS ON SOUTH AFRICAN CHURCH AND THEOLOGICAL HISTORY by H van der Westhuizen

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Drug administration errors among anaesthesia providers in South Africa: a cross-sectional descriptive study by René van Wyk, Ryan Alroy Davids

“…The aim was to determine the self-reported frequency, nature, contributing factors and reporting patterns of DAEs among anaesthesia providers in South Africa. Results Our cohort had a response rate was 18.9%, with 420 individuals populating the questionnaire. 92.5% of surveyed participants have made a DAE and 89.2% a near-miss. …”
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Cardiovascular Disease and Its Implication for Higher Catastrophic Health Expenditures Among Households in Sub-Saharan Africa by Folashayo Ikenna Peter Adeniji, Taiwo Akinyode Obembe

“…**Background:** Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) impose an enormous and growing economic burden on households in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Like many chronic health conditions, CVD predisposes families to catastrophic health expenditure (CHE), especially in SSA due to the low health insurance coverage. …”
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Strategic human resources management practices are key to small, medium and micro enterprises effectiveness in South Africa by Jealous Sungwa

“…Research purpose: This study aims to explore strategic human resources management (SHRM) strategies for small businesses in South Africa to enhance survival rates. It investigates the pivotal role of HR in SMMEs, emphasising effective selection, recruitment, retention, and performance management for productivity and competitive advantage. …”
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Kenya’s 2022 General Elections and Nigerian’s 2023 General Elections: Any Lessons for Democratic Consolidation in Africa? by Godwin Ojanyi Agbiloko, Gerald Ifeanyi Okafor

“…Paradoxically, the electoral process in Africa has been characterized by violence. In the 21st century, manifestations of electoral violence have assumed an unprecedented magnitude and changing form and character, with negative implications for democratic stability. …”
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Development and performance evaluation of a modified Africa Bush Mango (<i>Irvingia gabomensis</i>) cracker by R.A. Busari, T.D. Akpenpuun, M.O. Iyanda

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RELAÇÕES ENTRE PAÍSES DA ÁFRICA E BRASIL NO CAMPO CULTURAL E CIENTÍFICO: recortes literários by Amarino Oliveira de Queiroz

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Beliefs about HIV cure: A qualitative study of people living with HIV in Soweto, South Africa by Fatima Laher, Naledi Mahlangu, Mbalenhle Sibiya

“…Objectives: We explored knowledge, beliefs, and experiences about HIV cure in Soweto, South Africa. Method: We conducted qualitative research with five stratified focus groups (N = 49). …”
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An Examination of International Humanitarian Law of Armed Conflict: Perspective from the Legal Issues on War Crimes in Africa by NWALA Paul

“…Therefore, this article seeks to examine relevant cases of war crimes in Africa and its legal implications. The study argues that international humanitarian law on armed conflict governs the treatment of prisoners of war, civilians in occupied territory, the sick and the wounded personnel, prohibits inhuman methods of warfare and protection of human rights in situation of armed conflict (war). …”
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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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Growth, exclusion and vulnerability: evaluation of the socio-spatial transformation of post-apartheid Pretoria-Tshwane (South Africa) by Andre Horn

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Access to clean energy in Africa revisited: The roles of women empowerment, corruption control, FDI and sectoral growth. by Kwame Adjei-Mantey, Paul Adjei Kwakwa, Eleazer Ankrah

“…Using data on 32 countries in Africa from 2002 to 2021 and rigorous econometric techniques, the study finds that women empowerment and corruption control significantly increase access to clean energy in Africa while sectoral analyses show varying effects of growth in the different sectors on clean energy accessibility. …”
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Emergency response for recently isolated Foot and Mouth Disease virus type A Africa in Egypt 2022 by Mohamed Samy Abousenna, Heba A. Khafagy, Amal Abd El Moneim Mohamed, Sara E.A. El Sawy, Fady Abd El Mohsen Shasha, Darwish Mahmoud Darwish, Nermeen G. Shafik

“…In 2022, Egypt faced a severe outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) caused by the A/Africa/G-IV variant. This study assessed the efficacy of local and imported FMDV vaccines (A Iran-05 lineage) against this new variant using in vitro and in vivo methods. …”
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Perceptions and views of key implementers on the implementation of the health-promoting school programme in the City of Tshwane, South Africa by N Mbatha, J Shirinde, C McCrindle

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BEYOND ENERGY: THE ROLE OF COLONIAL LEGACY IN THE EFFECT OF INSTITUTIONAL QUALITY ON RENEWABLE ENERGY CONSUMPTION IN WEST AFRICA by Musa Ilias Biala, Ololade Mistura Aromasodun

“…This study, therefore, explored the impact of institutional quality on renewable energy consumption in West Africa from 1990 to 2023 with a novel incorporation of the influence of colonial legacy. …”
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