The Impact of the Code of Conduct on the Academic and Non-academic Staff of a University in the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa

As part of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination strategy in South Africa, it is essential to have information on HPV prevalence, and HPV types distribution among the unvaccinated population. Information on the prevalence of HPV and the distribution of HPV types in adolescents and young women in South Africa’s Eastern Cape Province is minimal. Therefore, this study investigates the prevalence, distribution of HPV types, and factors associated with HPV infection amongst unvaccinated female learners. A sample composed of 213 sexually active female learners attending high schools in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa; median age 18 years, who provided self-collected vaginal specimens. Roche Linear Array HPV genotyping assay that detects 37 HPV genotypes was used to detect HPV infection. HPV infection was detected in 76.06% (162/213) of participants. Of these 14.55% (31/213) were positive for HPV types targeted by the Cervarix® HPV vaccine (HPV-16 and/or 18), 20.66% (44/213) by Gardasil®4 (HPV-6, -11, -16 and/or -18) and 37.09% (79/213) by Gardasil®9 (HPV-6, -11, -16, -18, -31, -33, -45, -52 and/or -58). HPV-35, commonly detected in cervical cancer cases among women of African ancestry, was frequently detected (9.40%). Participants who reported to have ever consumed alcohol had a significantly higher risk of HPV infection (OR: 2.91, 95% CI: 1.38–6.11, p = 0.005). High HPV prevalence was observed among participants. The high prevalence of HPV types targeted by the Gardasil®9 vaccine encourages the introduction of the Gardasil®9 vaccine. Data from this study will inform both vaccination campaigns and monitor the impact on HPV types after vaccination.

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Water Scarcity and Food Security in Ngqeleni Locality in the Eastern Cape Province- South Africa

African Journal of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure ◽

10.46222/ajhtl.19770720-85 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 10(1) (10(1)) ◽

pp. 40-53

Author(s):

Laura Novienyo Abla Amoah

Keyword(s):

South Africa ◽

Food Security ◽

Empirical Evidence ◽

Water Scarcity ◽

Eastern Cape Province ◽

Eastern Cape ◽

Water Shortages ◽

Focus Group Research ◽

The Impact ◽

The Relationship

South Africa in general and the Eastern Cape Province in particular face increasing water shortages. However, little empirical evidence exists on how rural households are affected by water scarcity and the impact thereof on food security. This paper discusses the relationship between water scarcity and food security in Ngqeleni, a rural location in Eastern Cape, South Africa. Through empirical evidence collected using techniques inspired by the tradition of participatory focus group research and self-administered questionnaires in Ngqeleni, it is argued that there is a significant relationship between water scarcity and food security. Results also reveal that population growth, lack of political will and commitment, inadequate water resource infrastructure, and weaknesses within the institutional framework are some of the causes of water scarcity. Until effective water management systems are identified and enforced, food security will continue to plague Ngqeleni.

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Institutional Analysis of Adoption of Agroforestry Practices in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa

Southern African Journal of Environmental Education ◽

10.4314/sajee.v36i1.9 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 36 ◽

Author(s):

Mulatu Fekadu Zerihun

Keyword(s):

South Africa ◽

Information Exchange ◽

Agricultural Land ◽

Policy Implications ◽

Eastern Cape Province ◽

Eastern Cape ◽

Positive Role ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

The Impact ◽

Agroforestry Practices

Agroforestry practices are innovations developed in response to problems associated with inappropriate land use practices. The latter refers to the use of agricultural land for non-agricultural purposes because of an increase in urbanisation, rapidly developing industry, and investments, and, finally, gaps in laws and regulations (Cengiz, 2013). Agroforestry practices are land-based economic development strategies with a perceived positive role in supporting rural livelihoods. Using a logistic regression model with cross-sectional data, this study explores the impact of institutional factors and incentive mechanisms that affect the adoption of agroforestry innovations. The study finds that a larger number of extension services, access to credit, access to extension, information exchange among farmers, trust in local institutions, active participation in social groups and organisations, and prior exposure to agricultural technologies are the variables that positively affect the adoption of agroforestry innovations in the study area. These findings have policy implications in promoting integrated rural development in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa.

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The impact of extension intensities on income of sheep producers in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa

South African Journal of Agricultural Extension (SAJAE) ◽

10.17159/2413-3221/2019/v47n1a489 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 47 (1) ◽

Author(s):

A. Ngqulana ◽

A. Obi

Keyword(s):

South Africa ◽

Eastern Cape Province ◽

Eastern Cape ◽

The Impact

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O04.3 The Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on STI services in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa

10.1136/sextrans-2021-sti.70 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

R Maithufi ◽

Z Pinini ◽

T Chidarikire ◽

N Stamper ◽

P Dorrell ◽

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Keyword(s):

South Africa ◽

Eastern Cape Province ◽

Eastern Cape ◽

The Impact

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Influence of Knowledge Management Practices on Public Service Delivery by Municipalities

Mousaion ◽

10.25159/2663-659x/5869 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 37 (3) ◽

Author(s):

Charleen Musonza ◽

Ndakasharwa Muchaonyerwa

Keyword(s):

South Africa ◽

Knowledge Management ◽

Service Delivery ◽

Public Service ◽

Qualitative Data ◽

Management Practices ◽

Integrated System ◽

Eastern Cape Province ◽

Eastern Cape ◽

Public Service Delivery

This study examines the influence of knowledge management (KM) practices on public service delivery by municipalities in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. The study sought to determine the factors that have triggered the implementation of KM practices; the effectiveness of KM practices towards public service delivery; and the extent to which KM practices have influenced public service delivery by municipalities in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. Both quantitative and qualitative methods were employed in this study. Quantitative data were collected through a survey questionnaire administered to a sample of 202 employees at the Raymond Mhlaba Municipality in the Eastern Cape. Qualitative data were collected through observations and interviews of 2 senior managers. The data collected gave a response rate of 72 per cent. The quantitative and qualitative data were analysed descriptively and presented verbatim respectively. The results indicated that the internal and external factors included in this study have contributed to the implementation of KM practices in the municipality. Furthermore, the effective use of KM practices has increased the organisational KM initiative, as well as the provision of services such as electricity, education, transport, and social services by the municipality. The study recommends the establishment of KM awareness and the establishment of an integrated system that will assist in effective knowledge sharing, retention and acquisition across municipalities in the Eastern Cape.

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