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August 2024
African Journal of Agricultural Research
Short-term effect of the distance between the point of application of phosphate fertilizers (CBKCa and TSP) and the crown of the plant on the evolution of the fractions and the phosphorus balance of a Lixisol
The different fractions of phosphorus available in the short term were studied by the fractionation method. Soil samples (0-20 cm) were taken during 2021 and 2022 campaigns after the harvests in a test set up on the factorial design with four repetitions. The P sources (Calcined Burkina Phosphate enriched with calcium (CBKCa) and Triple Super Phosphate (TSP)) were applied to the main plots, and the subplots had three...
August 2024
African Journal of Agricultural Research
Effects of Tithonia diversifolia on species composition of other weeds
Alien species, such as Tithonia diversifolia, if introduced to areas outside of their natural distribution range, subsequently become invasive, and threatens biodiversity and agricultural productivity. A field survey to determine the potential allelopathic effects of T. diversfiolia on species composition was conducted in Goromonzi, Zimbabwe using two different sizes quadrats. The quadrats were randomly placed at...
August 2024
African Journal of Agricultural Research
Local knowledge and morphological variations in local landraces Mangifera indica L. in Northern Benin (West Africa)
Local landraces of mango (Mangifera indica L.) occupy an important position in household consumption in Sub-Saharan Africa. This study assessed the local knowledge of M. indica landraces, the variation in their morphological traits, and the influence of environmental variables on the variability of morphotypes in Northern Benin. Two hundred and three households were interviewed using a semi-structured questionnaire...
August 2024
African Journal of Agricultural Research
Identification and phylogenetic relationship of fungal species associated with cassava leaves (Manihot esculenta Crantz.) in Bamenda, (Northwest Region) Cameroon.
Cassava (Manihot esculenta Crantz.) is one of the major foods in Cameroon. This study aims to identify fungi species from Cassava leaves and determine its phylogenetic relationship. Random sampling was used to collect symptomatic leaves in 20 cassava farms and cultured on potato dextrose agar (PDA). Mycelia of 31 pure isolates were harvested and used for molecular analysis. DNA was extracted using the sorbitol –...
August 2024
African Journal of Agricultural Research
Effects of feeding stovers of pearl millet varieties on performances of sheep and goats in integrated crop-small ruminants’ production systems in the West African Sahel
Integrated crop-small ruminant production systems have been identified as one of the strategies to enhance food security among smallholder farmers in sub-Saharan Africa. This study utilizes a combination of on-station and on-farm trials to investigate the effects of pearl millet stover on the performance of small ruminants and to identify the best cultivars that can be recommended to livestock farmers as suitable fodder...
August 2024
African Journal of Agricultural Research
Selectivity of 2,4-D choline salt, glyphosate, glufosinate, and their mixtures for enlist E3™ soybeans
To reduce the impacts caused by the constant use of the same active ingredient, a new genetically modified soybean cultivar has been developed for resistance to the herbicides 2,4-D choline salt, glyphosate, and glufosinate ammonium. Therefore, the objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of herbicides applied at the V3 and V6 stages on the development and productivity of Enlist E3™ soybeans over two...
August 2024
African Journal of Agricultural Research
Interactive effect of organic manures, mineral fertilizers and seasons on agronomic parameters of intercropped maize (Zea mays. L), common beans (Phaseolus vulgaris. L) on oxisol in the Noun Valley (Cameroon Western Highlands)
Intercropping is a common practice among small-scale farmers of common beans and maize in developing countries, but the agronomic performance of these crops is generally poor due to inappropriate farming practices. This study evaluates the interactive effect of season and mineral-organic fertilizers on soil fertility and the agronomic performance of the intercropped common bean-maize system. The field experiment was...
August 2024
African Journal of Agricultural Research
Physico-chemical and sensory characterisation of three traditional functional dishes made from maize flour and wild tomi (Tamarindus indica), baobab (Adansonia digitata) and néré (Parkia biglobosa) fruit pulp consumed in Côte d'Ivoire
The aim of the study was to determine the biochemical and sensory characteristics of dishes made from maize and baobab, tomi, and néré pulp. To this end, Badégué with baobab, Badégué with tomi, and Wasséra were prepared using traditional technologies to determine their physico-chemical composition followed by a sensory evaluation. The results showed that Wasséra...
August 2024
African Journal of Agricultural Research
Barriers of smallholder farmers to climate change adaptation decisions: Evidence from semi-arid region of Ghana
Climate change poses significant threats to global agricultural output, affecting the livelihoods of millions of farmers, particularly in Ghana’s semi-arid Upper East region. Here, millet and sorghum producers face increasing challenges due to changing climatic patterns. Smallholder farmers frequently employ adaptation strategies in response to these conditions. However, despite their efforts, these adaptations...
August 2024
African Journal of Environmental Science and Technology
Analytical assessment of knowledge, attitude and practices (KAP) of waste management practices to optimize energy and food nexus: A case study of Oleh, Isoko South LGA, Delta State, Nigeria
The circular life cycle of waste management, designed for waste-to-energy, can substantially contribute to efficient waste management, a precursor for sustainable energy and food production. This study evaluates knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) related to waste management and identify its potential for improving energy and food production. Surveys, interviews, and data analysis were employed to investigate...
August 2024
African Journal of Environmental Science and Technology
Environmental impacts assessment of shipping activities on water quality of Apapa Bay, Lagos, Nigeria
Activities at seaports can contribute to ecological hazards, particularly water pollution. This study investigated the environmental impacts of shipping activities at Apapa Bay, Lagos, Nigeria, focusing on the physicochemical characteristics and potentially toxic metals (PTMs) in the water. Water and sediment samples were collected from four different terminals in Apapa Bay and from Takwa Bay, which served as a control...
August 2024
Journal of Plant Breeding and Crop Science
Genetic variability for tolerance against aluminium toxicity of selected common bean genotypes
The study aimed to assess the tolerance of Andean genotypes to aluminium (Al) toxicity, a significant constraint in common bean production in Africa and Latin America. Nineteen Andean genotypes, along with the Al-resistant check ALB91, were evaluated for seedling Al tolerance in a hydroponic system within a screen house at the University of Zambia. Root length (RL), root dry weight (RDW), and number of lateral roots...
August 2024
African Journal of Business Management
Village saving and loan associations and their contribution to employment creation: Evidence from smallholder farmers from eights districts in Uganda
The Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) are among the many innovations that can improve the prevalence of financial inclusion, especially among the rural population. The main objective of this study was to determine whether participation in Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) can influence the creation of employment opportunities among smallholder farmers in Uganda. This study relied on secondary...
August 2024
African Journal of Food Science
A contradiction-based approach for air velocity choosing in thin-layer drying of cassava root
The objective of this work is to propose a decision-making tool for the choice of the drying air velocity in thin-layer drying. Formulated as a physical contradiction, the air velocity should be low to promote heat and mass transfers between the air and the cassava slice, and it should be high for humid air extraction and hot air admission in the drying room. Nine cassava slices were dried at T= 25°C, Rh = 10% with...
August 2024
African Journal of Political Science and International Relations
The impediments of electoral management in the 2007 general election on interethnic relations in Uasin Gishu and Trans Nzoia counties
Interethnic violence has significantly impacted the social and political dynamics among communities residing in the cosmopolitan counties of Trans Nzoia and Uasin Gishu, during the recurring electioneering period every five years. The study's main purpose was to examine the impediments of electoral management in the 2007 General Election on interethnic relations in Uasin Gishu and Trans Nzoia Counties. The theory of...
August 2024
African Journal of Political Science and International Relations
Post-conflict challenges and aspirations of Tigray Youth, Ethiopia: A needs assessment and recovery roadmap
This article presents the results of a rapid needs assessment conducted to determine the postwar status, needs, challenges, and aspirations of Tigray youth. The study was sponsored by the Tigray Youth Association (TYA) and aimed at designing a recovery roadmap. This article is thus an excerpt of the wider study with a practical touch of reality. Using mixed-methods approaches, researchers from Mekelle University...
August 2024
African Journal of Political Science and International Relations
Haile Selassie’s selected global visits: Personal, national and regional implications of his diplomacy, 1916-1974
Haile Selassie, the Ethiopian Emperor who ruled the country for more than 50 years, has been both a celebrity and a controversial figure. He undertook more official missions abroad than any other leader in Ethiopia, making both the country and the person very well-known throughout the world. This paper argues that while the statesmanship and royalty of the Emperor have been extensively studied, there is limited coverage...
August 2024
Journal of Development and Agricultural Economics
Adoption of chickpea varieties by smallholder farmers in southern Tigray, Northern Ethiopia
Chickpea is one of the major pulse crops grown in southern Tigray in general and Enda-Mehoni district in particular. However, there are inadequate empirical evidences on adoption of chickpea varieties. This study aims to assess the determinants of adoption of chickpea varieties (Desi and Kabuli) by smallholder farmers. Both of the Desi and Kabuli types of chickpea were introduced by governmental and non-governmental...
August 2024
Journal of Public Health and Epidemiology
Evaluation of patient waiting times and satisfaction in outpatient in Douala, Cameroon
Patient waiting time is a significant clinical care issue. This study assessed outpatient waiting times and patient satisfaction in Douala. A cross-sectional study was conducted in randomly selected health facilities in Douala from January 1st to March 31st, 2020. The study included 389 outpatients and 52 healthcare workers. The Chi-square test was used to analyze the association between the quality of care and...
August 2024
Journal of Public Health and Epidemiology
Development of a score to predict the risk of low birth weight in pregnant women
Low birth weight (LBW) is a major determinant of infant mortality, morbidity, and future child development. This study aims to develop a predictive score to identify pregnant women at risk of giving birth to a low birth weight child. A case-control study was conducted among 126 mother-newborn pairs at four health centers in Cotonou. The cases were newborns with a weight of less than 2500 g, while the controls had a...
August 2024
Journal of Accounting and Taxation
The financial impact of taxation reform in Greek ICTs companies
The present study examines the factors influencing the variation of effective tax rates in the information technology and communications sector, specifically focusing on telematics in Greece. The period under investigation spans from 2008 to 2018, during which the country experienced a prolonged crisis. This research makes dual contributions; both empirically and methodologically, to the extensive literature on...
August 2024
Journal of Accounting and Taxation
Describing the role of intellectual capital in financial performance improvement: A mediating role of knowledge sharing
To address the opportunities and problems posed by the emerging knowledge economy, many of these adjustments include substituting tangible assets for immaterial ones. The primary goal of this study is to comprehend the many consequences of information sharing, intellectual capital, and organizational success. Examining the topic of intellectual capital accounting is the aim of this study. Concerns about intellectual...
August 2024
Journal of Accounting and Taxation
Measuring abnormal book-tax differences: Evidence from U.S. quoted firms
The research proposes a new model for measuring abnormal book-tax difference (ABTD) based on specific sources of book-tax differences regulated by the U.S. income tax code and U.S. GAAP, in order to capture non-conforming tax avoidance. The initial validation reveals that tax-shelter firms exhibit a significantly larger mean value of ABTD compared to their matched counterparts. Moreover, the t-test for ABTD yields a...
July 2024
Journal of Plant Breeding and Crop Science
Pearl millet: A marginalized solution to climate change adaptation, nutrition and food security challenges in Uganda
Pearl millet is an important climate-resilient crop in arid and semi-arid regions of Uganda. Its grains are used mainly for food, brewing, and feed; to a lesser extent, its stover is used as feed for livestock. Pearl millet research in Uganda started in the 1950s. However, over the past half a century, it has stalled and stagnated due to limited funding, insurgences, and human and infrastructural capacity, resulting in...
July 2024
Journal of Public Administration and Policy Research
A synergistic approach to disaster risk reduction: Integrating collaborative evaluation
This study explores the potential of integrating the PAR-Sendai Action Framework (PSAF) with the Model for Collaborative Evaluations (MCE) to enhance organizational resilience for disaster risk reduction (DRR). PSAF provides a structured risk assessment and mitigation framework, while the MCE emphasizes stakeholder involvement in guiding collaborative evaluations. The proposed conceptual framework merges these...
July 2024
African Journal of Environmental Science and Technology
Speciation of phosphorus and nitrogen in sediments of Ogun River in Abeokuta, Southwestern Nigeria
Sediments in rivers can contribute to the concentration of phosphorus and nitrogen in overlying water which affect aquatic life adversely at excessive concentrations. This study examined the various forms of phosphorus and nitrogen in sediments of Ogun River, the major river in the city of Abeokuta.Total phosphorus and total nitrogen concentrations ranged from 820-2740 and 840-1960 μg N g-1 respectively. Inorganic...
July 2024
African Journal of Environmental Science and Technology
Philosophical analysis of climate change and sustainable agriculture
The article explores the philosophical foundations of climate change and sustainable agriculture, highlighting the importance of ethical and philosophical reflection in seeking sustainable solutions. It analyzes philosophical conceptions of the human-nature relationship, discusses the Anthropocene as a conceptual framework, and examines ethical principles of responsibility and environmental justice. The article also...
July 2024
Journal of Cell and Animal Biology
Prevalence and intensity of avian coccidiosis infection and associated risk factors in the Mezam Division, North-West Region, Cameroon: An observational study
Poultry farming typically suffers significant losses due to a variety of avian diseases. Avian coccidiosis is recognized as the major parasitic disease with the greatest economic impact on poultry industries worldwide. In Cameroon, there is very little data on avian coccidiosis, but it is important to document the situation for better or more appropriate management. The aim of this study was therefore to assess the...
July 2024
Journal of Toxicology and Environmental Health Sciences
Acute and subchronic toxicity studies of “ANOL”, a phytomedicine intended for hypertension care in Burkina Faso
Herbal medicines, like all other drugs, are liable to induce a risk of severe adverse effects resulting from inappropriate and uncontrolled use. The present study aimed to assess the preclinical safety of a phytomedicine named “ANOL”, developed for high blood pressure management in Burkina Faso. Acute and sub-chronic toxicity studies were carried in accordance with the Organization for Economic Cooperation...
July 2024
African Journal of Political Science and International Relations
Lessons from West Africa: Strategies for preventing coups in the East African community
This article investigates the interregional ramifications of West African coups and their implications for the East African Community (EAC) security strategy. The paper uses a rigorous analytical approach based on empirical evidence and theoretical underpinnings to understand the complex dynamics of political upheaval and its spillover consequences on regional security systems. The investigation focuses on the causal...
July 2024
African Journal of Bacteriology Research
Antibiotic resistance patterns of Escherichia coli strains isolated from pig's (Sus scrofa domesticus) casings in Lomé, Togo
Optimal treatment and prudent use of antimicrobials for pigs is imperative to secure animal health and mostly prevent the development of critical resistance which can be transmitted to humans. An important step in this one-health context is to monitor resistance patterns of important animal pathogens. The aim of the study was to investigate the antibiotic resistance patterns of Escherichia coli strains in the intestinal...
July 2024
African Journal of Plant Science
Allelopathy as a tool for invasiveness of Tithonia diversifolia extracts through in vitro suppression of crop seeds’ germination
Wild sunflower (Tithonia diversifolia) is an invasive weed in both tropical and subtropical cultivated lands and propagates through seeds and plant cuttings. Invasive plants have distinctive functional traits that enable their invasiveness. The objective of this study was to determine the in vitro suppression of germination of crop seeds by extracts of T. diversifolia. Two experiments were carried out, one in the...
July 2024
International Journal of Psychology and Counselling
On the brink of death: Life stories of kidney organ transplant recipients in the Philippines
Organ donation and transplantation remain the best and most cost-effective clinical approach for people in the terminal stage of organ failure. Given the growing numbers of incidences of patients treated for end-stage renal disease (ESRD) and the plummeting rate of kidney transplantation in the US and Southeast Asia, little is known about the understanding of the life stories of kidney organ transplant recipients,...
July 2024
Educational Research and Reviews
The impact of preschool teachers’ dual learning on creativity
This study aims to explore the impact of dual learning on preschool teachers’ thriving at work and creative performance, and whether preschool teachers’ thriving at work acts as a mediating factor in the relationship between dual learning and teachers’ creative work. The participants were preschool teachers from Taiwan. Convenience sampling was used, resulting in a sample size of 388 people. The study...
July 2024
Journal of AIDS and HIV Research
Fertility status of naïve human immunodeficiency virus-infected premenopausal females
This study aimed at evaluating the fertility status of naive Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome-infected females of child bearing age. The medical Ethical Committee of the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH), Ituku-Ozalla, Enugu, approved the study and the patients’ informed consents were obtained prior to sample collection. The subjects used in the study were 80...
July 2024
African Journal of Health Sciences and Technology
Epidemiology of circulating influenza viruses in Ethiopia during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Evidence from National Severe Acute Respiratory Infection and Influenza-Like Illness Sentinel Surveillance (January 2021-August 2022)
Influenza is an acute viral respiratory tract disease in humans, often characterized by fever, headache, myalgia, prostration, coryza, sore throat and cough. Influenza infection is clinically indistinguishable from other respiratory viral diseases without laboratory confirmation. This study aims to estimate the proportion of confirmed influenza cases among patients presenting with a severe acute respiratory infection...
July 2024
African Journal of Medical and Health Sciences
Review of high sensitive cardiac troponin T levels in patients with acute coronary syndrome in a tertiary hospital in Benin City, Nigeria
Acute coronary syndrome is a spectrum of thrombotic coronary diseases which includes unstable angina, non ST segment elevation and ST segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). Incidence is on the increase worldwide and in Nigeria. Early diagnosis and prompt intervention is of utmost importance. Cardiac troponin T is an important biomarker of myocardial ischaemia, and levels become elevated in myocardial...
July 2024
African Annals of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
Risk factors contributing to failure to receive optimal care in pediatric congenital heart disease
The 'Management Pathway' (MP) for congenital heart disease (CHD) comprises diagnostic, treatment, and follow-up phases. Potential risk factors for failure to receive optimal care (OC) include lower levels of parent/guardian education and income, as well as poor access to healthcare facilities. The objective of the current study was to identify risk factors for failure to receive OC in pediatric patients under 12...
July 2024
Journal of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Health
The traditional livestock breeding practices of Somali pastoralists and small ruminant brucellosis seroprevalence survey in selected villages of Gardo District of Puntland State of Somalia
A cross-sectional study was carried out to define the seroprevalence of brucellosis in target animals and the perception of the community on the disease in sheep and goat. Study was undertaken in four purposefully selected sub-regions of the Gardo district of Karkaar region of Somalia, namely: Kubo, Xabaal-reer, Guud-cad, and Cambaaro of Gardo. The small ruminants studied comprised of the 225 indigenous Somali Caprine...
July 2024
International Journal of Nutrition and Metabolism
Can urbanization affect the occurrence of anemia in children 6 to 59 months of age in malaria endemic settings? A cross-sectional survey in Burkina Faso
Anemia in children remains a major public health concern in low- and middle-income countries. This study aimed to assess the prevalence and effect of urbanization on the occurrence of anemia in an endemic malaria urban area in Burkina Faso. A cross-sectional community-based study was carried out in both old and recent areas of Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso, and included 875 children aged 6 to 59 months. For all...
July 2024
African Journal of Business Management
Assessment of employment among deaf people: Survey in the city of Asmara, Eritrea
This research entails an assessment of the employment conditions for deaf individuals in Asmara, Eritrea. The study involved the random selection and administration of semi-structured questionnaires to 40 deaf employees and interviews with 10 employers from various organizations. The data collected was analyzed using SPSS and Microsoft Excel. Given that 64.3% of the total deaf population in Eritrea is unemployed, it is...
July 2024
African Journal of Business Management
The effect of leadership and change capability on organizational agility in mobile network providers in Zimbabwe
The purpose of this study was to examine the impact of leadership and change capability on organizational agility within Zimbabwe's major mobile network providers. Organizational agility, a relatively recent area of organizational research, is influenced by independent variables such as leadership and change capability. In the past, organizations enjoyed a competitive advantage due to low competition and high entry...
July 2024
African Journal of Business Management
Sanctioning of Russian Central Bank assets and consequential impacts on other central banks and international trade and investments
The deployment of sanctions as a deterrence and compellence tool has massively increased in recent years, leading to increased uncertainty and turbulence in the global economy. The weaponization of the Russian Central Bank's foreign reserves by Western powers is already causing a significant shift in the international financial order. Central banks outside Western countries have begun diversifying their external...
July 2024
Journal of Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
Assessment of grain storage structures, pests and their management practices in Lesotho
A survey was conducted among 218 farmers in 8 of the 10 districts of Lesotho. Data collection was conducted using a structured questionnaire uploaded on KOBO data collection software and it was also used for data analysis of descriptive statistics. Microsoft Excel was used to construct tables and chats while Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) was used to determine the relationship between selected dependent...
July 2024
International Journal of Computer Engineering Research
Modelling, simulation and optimisation of a pressure retarded osmosis power station: The co- vs. counter-current setting
In a pressure retarded osmosis (PRO) power plant, osmosis is used to generate electric power in a 2-channel system through a semipermeable membrane. Such system can be operated in the co- or in the counter-current mode, depending on relative flow direction of the fresh and the salt (draw) water along the membrane. In order to study and compare these two cases, models which describe the variations of the various...
July 2024
International Journal of Biodiversity and Conservation
Assessment and valuation of provisioning ecosystem services (Non-Timber Forest Produce) in Medak Forest range, Telangana State
The collection of Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFP) by communities living near forest fringe villages in India is a critical aspect of sustainable forest management and livelihoods. This practice involves the harvesting of various forest resources such as medicinal plants, fruits, nuts, resins, and fibers. The reliance on NTFPs by local communities contributes to biodiversity conservation and economic sustainability,...
July 2024
International Journal of Biodiversity and Conservation
Evidence from GPS collars reveal a novel movement pattern and site fidelity for wildebeest migratory population in the Serengeti-Mara Ecosystem
Ungulate migrations in ecology encompass various aspects, including movement behavior and site fidelity among species. This study aimed to investigate whether the Loliondo/Pololeti and Laetoli/Kakesio wildebeest herds exhibited migratory behavior and site fidelity during both wet and dry seasons within the Serengeti-Mara Ecosystem. Six female wildebeest were immobilized by a wildlife veterinarian and fitted with GPS...
July 2024
African Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Preclinical immunomodulatory activity of COVIDEX® herbal product developed for supportive treatment of COVID-19 in Uganda
The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic due to the SARSCoV-2 virus caused international lockdown with devastating effects on global health. In Africa, most people resorted to the use of herbal products for the prevention and treatment COVID-19 related symptoms. In Uganda COVIDEX® herbal product was widely used and is still used against COVID-19 and other viral symptoms of the upper respiratory tract. The product...
July 2024
African Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Nicolau syndrome: An avoidable iatrogenic complication leading to disabilities
Nicolau syndrome is a rare complication following intramuscular injection of various medications. The pathophysiology of the condition remains complex. However, corticosteroids are responsible for vasospasm and ischemic necrosis. The objective of this report was to demonstrate the often-preventable nature of this debilitating drug-induced iatrogenesis. Two cases of preventable Nicolau syndrome in children aged 2 and 6...
July 2024
African Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Evaluation of betablockers and digoxin in black African heart failure patients based on a non-interventional cohort study at Abidjan Heart Institute
The aim was to determine the benefit of betablockers and/or digoxin on mortality in heart failure in black Africans using a comparative study. This was a prospective, non-interventional, comparative, four-arm follow-up cohort study using the Abidjan Heart Institute database. Patients were divided into four arms: betablocker alone, betablocker plus digoxin, digoxin alone, and a control group with conventional treatment...
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