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During 2002–3, food insecurity was reported in southern Africa, resulting from a fall in agricultural production levels. The origins of this crisis appear not to be so much low rainfall, however, as a number of factors, some relating to the high incidence of HIV/AIDS and the consequent decline in maintenance of water sources. Humanitarian assistance should address these complex causes rather than simply seeing this as a water shortage.

A qualitative cross-sectional study was conducted at Ndirande Primary School in the peri-urban area of Blantyre, Malawi in 2002. The aim was to describe the knowledge, attitudes and practices towards malaria among pupils. Forty pupils (20 boys and 20 girls) were recruited into four focus group discussions. There was very good knowledge about the role of the female Anopheles mosquito as an agent for transmission of malaria. Respondents were also aware of the clinical features of malaria and...

The usefulness of lesson observation in in-service education and training in a developing country is examined. Research data from a three-year INSET programme in Namibia is adduced with the aim of contributing to the relevant literature on lesson observation in INSET. The aim is to use the data to begin to fill a gap in the INSET literature concerning lesson observation. The usefulness of lesson observation as a follow-up tool is the main focus rather than other functions. The processes...

This paper examined management of environmental pollution in Ibadan, the largest City in West Africa. Environmental pollution which includes gaseous, liquid and solid wastes have become a perennial problem facing various governments and administrations in Nigeria. It has almost defied solutions proffered by the Governments, (Military and Civilian). It is against this background that the paper is set to look into liquid, solid and gaseous waste deposits and collection in Ibadan, an African...

We examined the long-term metabolic effects of glipizide gastrointestinal therapeutic system (GITS), a potent sulfonylurea (SU), in impaired glucose-tolerant (IGT), first-degree relatives of African American patients with type 2 diabetes. To this end, we assessed glucose homeostasis, beta-cell function, insulin sensitivity (Si), and glucose effectiveness (Sg) in patients with IGT before and at yearly intervals for 24 months of GITS or an identical placebo in a randomized, double-blind...

This study evaluated the manpower-training program for teaching personnel in Midwestern Nigeria by the National Teachers Institute. Overall 240 participants involved in the training program who were randomly selected from the area constituted the sample for the study. A questionnaire designed by the authors was the major instrument used for data gathering. The analyses of the results obtained showed that the programs are fairly effective in upgrading the skills and knowledge of the...

Significant developments have occurred in the field of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) globally in the last decade. However, this is yet to translate into improved status of SRHR in developing countries. One of the strategies recognised worldwide for addressing the poor status of SRHR is human capacity building at all levels. A pilot work conducted in two federal university medical schools identified a major gap in knowledge among medical students on issues related to SRHR....

The present study investigates the career maturity of 1090 high school students in Years 8 to 12 in Australia (n = 656) and South Africa (n = 434). Scores on the Australian version of the Career Development Inventory were analysed. While a developmental explanation for career maturity was supported, gender differences between countries and differences at school transition points were found. The relevance of school career education programs to prepare students for career decisions is discussed.

A questionnaire was administered to 213 sexually active first-year Nigerian university students and 150 Black and 150 White South African adults. Nigerian students gave 90% correct answers on 6 of the 10 items of a measure of condom knowledge ( M = 6.1). The most common mistakes with respect to condom use were ignorance about putting a condom on just before ejaculation (37%), the use of an oil-based lubricant with a condom (29%), and when to take off a condom (28%). For the South African...

Abstract: After a period of conscious neglect and dramatic deterioration, higher education in Africa is again attracting external attention, with an emphasis now on “partnerships” rather than “aid.” This report is based on an extensive survey of links between African institutions of higher education and foreign governments, foundations, and universities, with particular emphasis on links with the United States. In it, we explore the evolution, characteristics, promise, and problems of...

After briefly pointing out that different perceptions regarding TEE exist and referring to the purpose of TEE, this contribution lists ten weaknesses of the TEE programmes in Africa. Perceptions pertaining to its credibility, its lack of resources, tendency towards isolationism and exclusivism, underplayed ecumenical co-operation, threat of empire building, lack of sufficient church support, lack of tutor training, technological pressures, a redefining of its role in a new millennium and an...

April 01 2004 Paradigm Shift: The Challenge to Graphic Design Education and Professional Practice in Post-Apartheid South Africa Ian Sutherland Ian Sutherland Search for other works by this author on: This Site Google Scholar Author and Article Information Ian Sutherland Online ISSN: 1531-4790 Print ISSN: 0747-9360 © 2004 Massachusetts Institute of Technology2004 Design Issues (2004) 20 (2): 51–60. https://doi.org/10.1162/074793604871284 Cite Icon Cite Permissions Share Icon Share Facebook...

We assess gender differences in HIV prevention knowledge, attitudes and practices with a focus on cultural, sociological, and economic variables. A randomized cross-sectional study was used in order to achieve high participation and broad comparative assessment. An eight-page questionnaire was administered to 933 randomly selected students at the University of Zimbabwe. Survey items addressed sexual decision-making, condom use, limiting sexual partners, cultural power dynamics and access to...

The publication analyzes the initial results of Ethiopia's spirited higher education expansion and reform efforts. It provides up to date information on many aspects of the system's performance, and identifies potential hazards on the road ahead. Discussion center on seven areas of likely policy concern in the near term: the cost and financing of this reform program; the proposed new funding formula for higher education institutions; strategies for expanding management capacities within the...