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Community Psychology in Ghana: Challenges, Successes and Prospects
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Journal of Psychology in Africa • Authors: Charity S. Akotia --- Department of Psychology, Ghana Kofi Bobi Barimah --- Faculty of Economics and Business Administration, GhanaCommunity psychology gained formal recognition in Ghana when a few students were admitted to Wilfrid Laurier University, in Canada, to pursue master's degree in the early 1990s. In Ghana, community psychology is enacted through the operations of non-governmental organizations (NGOs)... -
Development of Community Psychology
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Journal of Psychology in Africa • Authors: Florence Chamvu --- University of Zambia, Jacqueline P. Jere-Folotiya --- University of Zambia, Kalima Kalima --- University of Zambia,The growth and development of community psychology in Zambia has been necessitated by many social problems encountered by Zambians be they health, economic or psychological. The work of governmental and nongovernmental organizations at community level has contributed to the development... -
The Challenges of HIV/AIDS Counselling in Nigerian Secondary Schools: A Case Study of Kwara State
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Journal of Psychology in Africa • Authors: Lasiele Alabi Yahaya --- University of Ilorin,The study investigated the challenges of HIV/AIDS counselling in Nigerian secondary schools as expressed by school counsellors in Kwara state, Nigeria. The respondents comprised 132 purposively selected counsellors in Kwara state public secondary schools (Male=85; Female=47). Data were collected with... -
Cultural Adjustment of International Students at an African University
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Journal of Psychology in Africa • Authors: Tapologo Maundeni --- University of Botswana, Tumani Malinga --- University of Botswana, Diana Kgwatalala --- University of Botswana, Ibirige Kasule --- University of Botswana,The study explored the cultural adjustment needs of international students enrolled with an African university. Participants were 33 students (males = 13, females = 20). They took part in-depth individual interviews and focus group discussions on pertinent adjustment needs. Data... -
Academic Counselling for Graduate Research Students with Distance Learning
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Journal of Psychology in Africa • Authors: Levison Maunganidze --- University of Venda, South Africa Tholene Sodi --- University of Venda, South Africa Pilot Mudhovozi --- University of Venda, South Africa Elias Mberi --- Zimbabwe Open University, Jane Mutasa --- Zimbabwe Open University,The study examined academic counselling needs for graduate research students enrolled with a distance education university. Participants were 17 students (males = 10, females = 7; mean years of enrollment =1). They responded to an open ended questionnaire on pertinent... -
Offender Rehabilitation and Counselling Dynamics in the South African Correctional Environment: Systems and Prospects
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Journal of Psychology in Africa • Authors: Ann-Mari Elizabeth Hesselink --- University of South Africa, Friedo Johann Willem Herbig --- University of South Africa,This article provides a theoretical overview of the correctional reform as well as rehabilitative and counselling landscape within South African Correctional Centres. Key challenges being faced in this arena include corruption/collusion of correctional staff, poor and failing infrastructure, high staff... -
Community-Based Participatory Research a Low-Income Setting: An Illustrative Case of Study
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Journal of Psychology in Africa • Authors: Sandy Lazarus --- Medical Research Council, South Africa Naiema Taliep --- Medical Research Council, South Africa Abdulsamed Bulbulia --- University of South Africa, South Africa Shaun Phillips --- Hearts of Men, Mohamed Seedat --- University of South Africa, South AfricaThis article describes a community-based participatory research (CBPR) approach in a low-income setting. Using the SCRATCHMAPS project as a case example and with literature control, we show that CBPR is influenced by dynamics relating to knowledge and power, resources and... -
The anaesthetic management of microgravity-exposed individuals
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Southern African Journal of Anaesthesia and Analgesia • Authors: J Van Der Walt --- Department of Anaesthesia, AH Ernst --- Department of Anaesthesia,Mankind's imminent occupation of low Earth orbit beyond that of a scientific outpost and daring engineering nature that will land astronauts on Mars, will pose significant challenges to anaesthesia providers. The increased number of space tourists and workers who spend... -
Home-based care: caring for people in the community—challenges and opportunities
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: South African Family Practice • Authors: E Jack --- Department of Family Medicine (George Complex), South Africa L Jenkins --- Department of Family Medicine (George Complex), South Africa D Enslin --- Elective period at George Complex, -
The challenges experienced by nongovernmental organisations with regard to the roll-out of antiretroviral therapy in KwaZulu-Natal
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: South African Family Practice • Authors: J Michel --- Department of Health Studies, MC Matlakala --- Department of Health Studies,Background: Successful administration of antiretroviral therapy (ART) requires full adherence to the regimen by the patient. The introduction of ART needs a well-functioning health system with adequately trained health professionals, laboratory support, a constant supply of drugs and social systems... -
Anaesthesia for trauma patients
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: South African Family Practice • Authors: M Ortega-Gonzalez --- Department of Anaesthesia, -
Qualitative Exploration of the Experiences and Challenges of Adolescents during Pregnancy
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Journal of Psychology in Africa • Authors: Portia Mashala --- University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), South Africa Rita Esterhuizen --- University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), South Africa Wilna Basson --- University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), South Africa Kathryn Nel --- University of Limpopo (Medunsa Campus), South AfricaThis study explores and describes the experiences and challenges of pregnant adolescents (N = 9, mean age = 16.33 years, SD = 1.58 years) by focusing on their thoughts and feelings about their pregnancies and future prospects. The expectant mothers... -
First-year course experience and college adjustment: a case study
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Journal of Psychology in Africa • Authors: Tumani Malinga–Musamba --- Department of Social Work, BotswanaThis is a study on first year students’ experiences to adjusting to university life. Secondary data analysis was carried out on 49 cases, where students were required to record how they view university life and how they have adjusted. Thematic... -
The caregiver experience: a South African perspective on caring for people with multiple sclerosis
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Journal of Psychology in Africa • Authors: Daniel R. du Plooy --- Stellenbosch University, South Africa Chrisma Pretorius --- Stellenbosch University, South AfricaThis study explored the lived experiences of caregivers of people with multiple sclerosis (MS) with regard to their daily challenges, as well as the resources which help them to cope with their caregiving task. Participants were eight South African men... -
Women entrepreneurship in developing countries: A European example
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: • Authors: Ina Beqo --- Graduate Stenden MA in International Service Management Sjoerd A Gehrels --- Academy of International Hospitality Research, Stenden University, Leeuwarden, The NetherlandsThis research investigates women small business entrepreneurship in Albania. The purpose is to provide contextual information to potential future (women) entrepreneurs about how to get into business and overcome challenges. The 11 interviewed Albanian women entrepreneurs explain how they survive a difficult... -
Biodiversity and studies of marine symbiotic siphonostomatoids off South Africa
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: African Journal of Marine Science • Authors: SM Dippenaar --- Department of Biodiversity, South AfricaCurrent knowledge of the biodiversity of the symbiotic marine siphonostomatoids from South African waters (136 species) is sparse compared to that globally (1 388 species). The difference is especially apparent when taking into account the diversity of fish (more than... -
Challenges to implementing the food-based dietary guidelines in the South African primary school curriculum: a qualitative study exploring the perceptions of principals and curriculum advisors
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: South African Journal of Clinical Nutrition • Authors: Kim Anh Nguyen --- Non-Communicable Diseases Research Unit, South Africa Anniza De Villiers --- Non-Communicable Diseases Research Unit, South Africa Jean Marie Fourie --- Non-Communicable Diseases Research Unit, South Africa Michael Hendricks --- School of Child and Adolescent Health, South AfricaObjectives: The South African food-based dietary guidelines (FBDG) were developed and implemented to promote healthy lifestyles in the population along with preventing non-communicable diseases and other forms of diet-related illness. The FBDG were recommended for implementation within the national school... -
Women entrepreneurship in developing countries: A European example
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Research in Hospitality Management • Authors: Ina Beqo --- Graduate Stenden MA in International Service Management, Sjoerd A. Gehrels --- Academy of International Hospitality Research, Stenden University, The NetherlandsThis research investigates women small business entrepreneurship in Albania. The purpose is to provide contextual information to potential future (women) entrepreneurs about how to get into business and overcome challenges. The 11 interviewed Albanian women entrepreneurs explain how they survive... -
Evolution of Family Medicine in Kenya (1990s to date): a case study
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: South African Family Practice • Authors: PM Chege --- Department of Family Medicine, Kenya Jeremy Penner --- Department of Family Medicine, Canada P Godoy-Ruiz --- Department of Family & Community Medicine, Canada V Kapoor --- Department of Family Medicine, Canada J Rodas --- Department of Family & Community Medicine, Canada K Rouleau --- Department of Family & Community Medicine, CanadaBackground: Successful Family Medicine practices and academic programmes are found in western countries, Australia, Singapore, Cuba and among other non-western countries. Documenting the enablers and challenges of different contexts would, it is hoped, inform current and future process of developing... -
Nutritional status and metabolic risk in HIV-infected university students: challenges in their monitoring and management
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: South African Family Practice • Authors: L Steenkamp --- HIV&AIDS Research Unit, South Africa I Truter --- Department of Pharmacy, Drug Utilization Research Unit (DURU), South Africa M Williams --- Department of Nursing, South Africa A Goosen --- Campus Health Service, South Africa I Oxley --- Department of Dietetics, South Africa E van Tonder --- Department of Dietetics, South Africa S Kock --- Department of Human Movement Science, South Africa DJL Venter --- Unit for Statistical Consultation, South AfricaObjective: This study aims to describe challenges in the management of HIV-infected university students focusing on their nutritional status and metabolic risk. -
Challenges experienced by parents living with a child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Journal of Child & Adolescent Mental Health • Authors: Meisie Mofokeng --- Department of Nursing Science, South Africa Anna E van der Wath --- Department of Nursing Science, South AfricaObjective: The aim of this South African study was to explore parents’ experiences of living with a child with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). -
Stakeholders’ perceptions of dietary and related self-management challenges and education programme preferences for type 2 diabetes adults
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Journal of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes of South Africa • Authors: JW Muchiri --- Department of Human Nutrition, South Africa GJ Gericke --- Department of Human Nutrition, South Africa P Rheeder --- Department of Internal Medicine, South AfricaObjective: To inform the adaptation of an intervention from a primary healthcare setting to a tertiary setting, the dietary and related self-management challenges and education programme preferences of adults with type 2 diabetes (T2DM) were explored. -
Efforts to improve Zimbabwe communal grazing areas: a review
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: African Journal of Range & Forage Science • Authors: Bruce Tavirimirwa --- Department of Research and Specialist Services, Zimbabwe Emmanuel Manzungu --- Department of Soil Science and Engineering, Zimbabwe Soul Washaya --- Department of Animal Science, Zimbabwe Sharai Ncube --- Department of Animal Science, Zimbabwe Shadreck Ncube --- Department of Research and Specialist Services, Zimbabwe Clarice Mudzengi --- Department of Research and Specialist Services, Zimbabwe Richard Mwembe --- Department of Research and Specialist Services, ZimbabweThe management of rangelands over the past decade in Zimbabwe has been on the decline. This has resulted in degraded and depleted communal rangelands. A number of recommendations by various government departments, researchers and non-governmental organisations have been implemented. These... -
Caregivers of children with diabetes mellitus: challenges of caring for and perceptions of consultations in a South African public sector context
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: South African Family Practice • Authors: BL Dhada --- Department of Paediatrics & Child Health, South Africa DR Blackbeard --- Department of Clinical Psychology, South AfricaBackground: Understanding caregivers’ challenges in caring for children with diabetes mellitus (DM) and their perceptions of consultations with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) may be valuable in assisting in achieving control. -
Do challenges still exist amongst HIV/AIDS patients in managing their condition? A cross-sectional study of 297 participants in the Ethekwini Metro of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: African Journal of AIDS Research • Authors: Panjasaram Naidoo --- Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Health Sciences, South Africa Rayanta Premdutt --- Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Health Sciences, South AfricaBackground: South Africa has the largest HIV/AIDS epidemic globally and the largest anti-retroviral treatment (ART) programme in the world, yet HIV incidence is still chronically high in South Africa, especially in KwaZulu-Natal province (KZN). In light of this, a study... -
Early childhood socio-emotional development indicators: Pre-school teachers’ perceptions
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Journal of Psychology in Africa • Authors: Tessa Goldschmidt --- Department of Psychology, South Africa Athena Pedro --- Department of Psychology, South AfricaThis study explored pre-school teachers’ classroom experiences of socio-emotional development in early childhood. Participants were twelve coloured/mixed race pre-school teachers from low-income communities in Cape Town, South Africa. The teachers completed semi-structured interviews focusing on their classroom experiences of socio-emotional... -
Challenges in developing the Ethiopian construction industry
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development • Authors: Desalegn Girma Mengistu --- , India Gangadhar Mahesh --- , IndiaTo ensure continual improvement in the construction industry’s performance, its challenges must be identified so that integrated solutions that suit the context can be provided. The Ethiopian construction industry, like that in most developing countries, faces challenges that impede its... -
Assessment of an HIV-prevention intervention for couples in peri-urban Uganda: pervasive challenges to relationship quality also challenge intervention effectiveness
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: African Journal of AIDS Research • Authors: Phoebe Kajubi --- , Uganda Allison Ruark --- , USA Norman Hearst --- , USA Sam Ruteikara --- , Uganda Edward C Green --- , USAReducing multiple and concurrent partnerships has been identified as a priority in generalised HIV epidemics, yet developing successful interventions to bring about such behaviour change has proven challenging. We offered a three-session intervention aimed to improve couple relationship quality and... -
Facing challenges and drawing strength from adversity: Lived experiences of Tibetan refugee youth in exile in India
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Indo-Pacific Journal of Phenomenology • Authors: Kiran Dolly Sapam --- , India Parisha Jijina --- , IndiaThe current study is a qualitative investigation aimed at exploring the lived experiences of Tibetan youth who had escaped to India as unaccompanied minors and since then have been living as refugees in India without their parents. The study attempts... -
Challenges managing women with suspected Lynch Syndrome in Zimbabwe: a case report
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Southern African Journal of Gynaecological Oncology • Authors: Kotti-Emily Mukucha --- , Zimbabwe Marshall T Manase --- , Zimbabwe Charles Muronda --- , Zimbabwe Judy Whittaker --- , South Africa Bothwell T Guzha --- , ZimbabweLynch Syndrome (LS) is associated with a genetic predisposition to colorectal, endometrial and multiple extracolonic cancers. The lifetime risk of developing endometrial and ovarian cancers is 40–62% and 4–12% respectively. The case is presented of a 56-year-old woman with a... -
Occurrence of putatively resistant plantago in the winter rainfall region of South Africa: a survey
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: South African Journal of Plant and Soil • Authors: Vhuthu Ndou --- , South Africa Ethel E Phiri --- , South Africa Frederik H Eksteen --- , Petrus J Pieterse --- , South AfricaGlobally glyphosate is the most widely used herbicide. The alternative in many cropping situations is paraquat. After many years of success, neither herbicide could control plantago (Plantago lanceolata L., also ‘English plantain’) in Robertson. A survey was carried out by... -
Handwashing knowledge and practices among caregivers of pre-school children in underprivileged areas of Nelson Mandela Bay
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: South African Journal of Clinical Nutrition • Authors: L Steenkamp --- , South Africa M Williams --- , South Africa J Ronaasen --- , A Feeley --- , I Truter --- , South Africa P Melariri --- , South AfricaObjectives: To explore and describe caregivers’ handwashing knowledge and practices in the context of underprivileged urban communities. -
A literature- and senior stakeholder-informed model of southern African programme risk management challenges
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development • Authors: Emmanuel Mulambya --- North-West University, Republic of South Africa Hermien Zaaiman --- North-West University, Republic of South AfricaStrategic capital infrastructure programmes are risky endeavours due to the complexity inherent in implementing and managing such large project-based programmes. Successful programmes demand well-developed skills in the under-researched and underdeveloped discipline of programme risk management. The purpose of this qualitative... -
A typology of challenges facing township micro-tour operators in Soweto, South Africa
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development • Authors: Pulane Letuka --- University of Johannesburg, South Africa Marcia Lebambo --- University of Johannesburg, South AfricaPost-apartheid South Africa created opportunities for black and marginalized entrepreneurs to venture into township tourism and to contribute towards the growth of the mainstream economy. However, a number of challenges threaten the long-term survival, profitability and growth of businesses, due... -
Microbicide trials for preventing HIV/AIDS in South Africa: Phase II trial participants' experiences and psychological needs
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: SAHARA-J: Journal of Social Aspects of HIV/AIDS • Authors: Annalie Pistorius --- Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), Janneke van de Wijgert --- Director Prevention Research, International Antiviral Therapy Evaluation Centre, Mohlatlego Sebola --- Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), Barbara Friedland --- International Programs Division, Population Council, Evelyn Nagel --- Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), Cathleen Bokaba --- Department of Clinical Psychology, MEDUNSA, Anwar Hoosen --- Department of Microbiological Pathology, MEDUNSA,The Microbicide Division of the Department of Medical Microbiology at MEDUNSA, South Africa, recently completed a phase II expanded safety trial of the candidate microbicide Carraguard. A microbicide is a vaginal product that women might use, if proven safe and... -
Mini assessment of small-scale biogas technology practices, opportunities, and challenges in Hadiya Zone, Southern Ethiopia
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development • Authors: Girma Woldemichael Adane --- College of Agricultural Science, Wachemo University, Ethiopia Abinet Tadesse Yennore --- College of Agricultural Science, Wachemo University, Ethiopia Demissie Mamulo Hadero --- College of Agricultural Science, Wachemo University, EthiopiaRural households in Ethiopia are dependent on biomass for their energy needs, and this exacerbates deforestation. Therefore, building small-scale biogas is one of the means of abating these challenges. The objective of this study was to assess the practices, opportunities,... -
A research agenda for African smart public value governance – Insights from a webinar series
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Africa Journal of Management • Authors: Emamdeen Fohim --- University of Bern, Switzerland Adeelah Kodabux --- Middlesex University Mauritius, Mauritius Amar Seeam --- Middlesex University Mauritius, MauritiusThe article discusses key insights gained from a webinar series that the authors of this article launched when founding the “Centre for African Smart Public Value Governance” (C4SP). As a research centre that aims to improve the quality of public... -
Doing anthropology in uncertain contexts: patchwork ethnography in Mozambique
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Anthropology Southern Africa • Authors: Maria Paula Meneses --- University of Coimbra, PortugalCovid-19 posed significant challenges to anthropological research as quarantines, travel restrictions and physical distance measures were introduced. In the Mozambican context, however, the pandemic added an additional critical level to previous crises (epidemics, extreme climate events, armed violence) which had... -
Identifying HIV-exposed uninfected children and adolescents in resource-limited settings: the HOPE study experience
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: African Journal of AIDS Research • Authors: Hellen Moraa --- , Kenya Maureen Kinge --- University of Nairobi, Kenya Alvin Onyango --- , Kenya Daniel Matemo --- , Kenya Grace John-Stewart --- University of Washington, USA Dalton Wamalwa --- University of Nairobi, Kenya Irene Njuguna --- , KenyaHIV-exposed uninfected (HEU) children and adolescents are at higher risk of poor outcomes compared to HIV-unexposed children (HUU). In program settings, it is critical to understand how to identify HEU for screening services. We describe our experience identifying HEU for... -
Challenges and coping strategies of parents of children with autism spectrum disorder in Eswatini
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Journal of Child & Adolescent Mental Health • Authors: Fanele Nkonyane --- , Eswatini Thavanesi Gurayah --- , South Africa Thanalutchmy Lingah --- , South AfricaBackground: Research shows that the debilitating effects of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) not only have an impact on the child, but on the parents and caregivers as well. This study aimed to explore the challenges and coping strategies of parents... -
South African nursing students' stress and resilience during the global COVID-19 health crisis
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Journal of Psychology in Africa • Authors: Ilze Steenkamp --- University of the Western Cape, South Africa Jennifer Chipps --- University of the Western Cape, South AfricaThe study aimed to investigate nursing students' psychological distress and their response to stress during the COVID-19 pandemic. Participants were 370 South African nursing students (female= 75%; mean age= 21.9 years, SD = 3.9 years). Students completed the following scales:... -
Afrocentric triple helix: A communal perspective on addressing Africa’s economic and social challenges
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Africa Journal of Management • Authors: Motolani Agbebi --- University of Tampere, Finland Jianing Song --- University of Manchester, UK Aminu Mamman --- University of Manchester, UK Nabil Baydoun --- Academic Affairs, Vice Chancellor Office, Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University, United Arab EmiratesThat collaboration has always been the foundation of human development as well as the coping strategy of some animal species is a view widely shared by scholars. In fact, no individual, organization or nation can produce everything it needs without... -
Tanzania’s batik industry: Status, challenges, and opportunities
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: African Journal of Science, Technology, Innovation and Development • Authors: Pendo Bigambo --- University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Viridiana Peter --- University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Mbonea Mrango --- University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Safina Kimbokota --- University of Dar es Salaam, TanzaniaBatik is a textile fabric produced by resist-dyeing techniques which involve waxing some parts of fabric and repeatedly dyeing the fabric until the desired design is achieved. Batik is reported to have originated in Java, Indonesia, and was transferred to... -
Impact of short-term let regulations on mental health in Scotland’s self-catering sector: a policy-oriented framework for future resilience
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Research in Hospitality Management • Authors: Fiona Campbell --- , United Kingdom Masood Khodadadi --- University of the West of Scotland, United KingdomScotland’s self-catering sector faces significant challenges from recent regulatory changes, especially new short-term let (STL) licensing and planning requirements. These measures have intensified mental health pressures on operators, as shown by a pulse survey from the Association of Scotland’s Self-Caterers... -
Reconceptualising success in hospitality internships: a new perspective on students’ achievement factors
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: Research in Hospitality Management • Authors: Nicole Vermolen --- NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences, The NetherlandsThis viewpoint article examines the challenges and factors influencing student success during hospitality internships, particularly those organised by a hotel management school in collaboration with international host companies. A previous study on the topic highlights that only 21% of students... -
Iqhaza elibanjwa umculo womasikandi ekuphawuleni ngezinselelo zabesifazane
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: South African Journal of African Languages • Authors: Dumisani Ephraim Khumalo --- University of South Africa, South Africa Beryl Babsy Boniwe Xaba --- University of South Africa, South AfricaUmculo uyinkundla ebalulekile ekudluliseni imizwa kanye nemibono ngezimo abantu abahlangabezana nazo emphakathini. Le athikili yaleli phepha iphenya kabanzi ngendlela umculo kamasikandi osebenza ngayo ekukhuthazeni ukumelwa kwabesifazane, iphinde iphawule nangezimo ababhekana nazo empilweni yansuku zonke ebantwini abangamaZulu. Ucwaningo luhlose nokuphenya ngendlela... -
DNA-based species identification as a tool to distinguish invasive Nassella species in South Africa
Item type: Journal Article • Journal: African Journal of Range & Forage Science • Authors: Anthony Mapaura --- University of the Free State, South Africa Kim Canavan --- University of the Free State, South Africa David M Richardson --- Stellenbosch University, South Africa Nicholas C Le Maitre --- Stellenbosch University, South Africa V Ralph Clark --- University of the Free State, South Africa Sandy-Lynn Steenhuisen --- University of the Free State, South AfricaThe three non-native Nassella species (N. neesiana, N. tenuissima, and N. trichotoma) occurring in the South African montane grasslands are morphologically cryptic, and hence difficult to distinguish from several taxonomically complex, co-occurring tufted C3 perennial grass genera (e.g. Festuca), and...
