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Paumgarten, Fiona, Bruno Locatelli, and Ed T. F. Witkowski. "Archetypes of Climate-Risk Profiles among Rural Households in Limpopo, South Africa." Weather, Climate, and Society 12, no. 3 (July 1, 2020): 545–60. http://dx.doi.org/10.1175/wcas-d-19-0134.1.

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AbstractMore frequent and intense climate hazards, a predicted outcome of climate change, are likely to threaten existing livelihoods in rural communities, undermining households’ adaptive capacity. To support households’ efforts to manage and reduce this risk, there is a need to better understand the heterogeneity of risk within and between communities. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change revised their climate vulnerability framework to incorporate the concept of risk. This study contributes toward the operationalization of this updated framework by applying a recognized methodology to the analysis of the climate-related risk of rural households. Using a mixed-method approach, including a cluster analysis, it determined and assessed archetypical patterns of household risk. The approach was applied to 170 households in two villages, in different agroecological zones, in the Vhembe District Municipality of South Africa’s Limpopo Province. Six archetypical climate-risk profiles were identified based on differences in the core components of risk, namely, the experience of climate hazards, the degree of exposure and vulnerability, and the associated impacts. The method’s application is illustrated by interpreting the six profiles, with possible adaptation pathways suggested for each. The archetypes show how climate-related risk varies according to households’ livelihood strategies and capital endowments. There are clear site-related distinctions between the risk profiles; however, the age of the household and the gender of the household head also differentiate the profiles. These different profiles suggest the need for adaptation responses that account for these site-related differences, while still recognizing the heterogeneity of risk at the village level.
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Chikosi, Enerst Shingai, Shingirai Stanley Mugambiwa, Happy Mathew Tirivangasi, and Sejabaledi Agnes Rankoana. "Climate change and variability perceptions in Ga-Dikgale community in Limpopo Province, South Africa." International Journal of Climate Change Strategies and Management 11, no. 3 (May 20, 2019): 392–405. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ijccsm-01-2018-0004.

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Purpose Perceptions of climate change and its threats to rural communities are among major challenges faced by scientists around the world. A few studies prove that these communities are aware of change in climatic conditions and their impacts on people’s livelihoods. Climate change is usually perceived as increasing warming days, erratic rainfall patterns, ecological variability, biological change and their adverse effects on human beings. This study aims to assess Ga-Dikgale community’s perceptions on climate change and variability. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative research method was adopted and community members of age 60 and above in GaDikgale community were purposively selected as participants in the study. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, and thematic content analysis was used to analyse data. Findings The study found that the community perceives climate change and climate variability based on changes in temperature patterns, erratic rainfall patterns, seasonal change, depletion of biodiversity, decline in subsistence crop production, change in water quality and cessation of cultural activities. Originality/value The study concludes that community’s perceptions of climate change are largely centred on variations in temperature and rainfall patterns. It has been established that knowledge of climate change in rural communities is of paramount importance in as far as adaptation to climate hazards is concerned.
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Khoza, Lunic Base, Wilfred Njabulo Nunu, Shonisani Elizabeth Tshivhase, Tinotenda Success Murwira, Pfungwa Mambanga, Nditsheni Janet Ramakuela, Bumani Solomon Manganye, and Nthomeni Ndou. "Survey on prevalence of cataract in selected communities in Limpopo Province of South Africa." Scientific African 8 (July 2020): e00352. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.sciaf.2020.e00352.

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Potgieter, N., L. S. Mudau, and F. R. S. Maluleke. "Microbiological quality of groundwater sources used by rural communities in Limpopo Province, South Africa." Water Science and Technology 54, no. 11-12 (December 1, 2006): 371–77. http://dx.doi.org/10.2166/wst.2006.890.

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A survey of the microbiological quality of water from 194 boreholes (97 privately owned and 97 communal boreholes) in the rural Thitale-Hlanganani area of the Limpopo Province, South Africa was carried out between August 2002 and August 2003. Very little information on the microbiological quality of privately-owned boreholes in rural communities is available raising concerns about the safety of these groundwater supplies. In this study, levels of total coliforms, thermotolerant (faecal) coliforms, faecal enterococci, Clostridium perfringens (vegetative cells and spores) and somatic coliphages were determined for community and privately-owned borehole water. The average counts for total coliforms, faecal coliforms, faecal enterococci and Clostridium perfringens exceeded the South African recommended guideline limits of 0–10 counts.100 ml−1 for total coliforms and 0 counts.100 ml−1 for faecal coliforms, faecal enterococci and Clostridium perfringens respectively. Comparisons between the levels of indicator bacteria present in private and communal boreholes during dry seasons indicated a statistical difference for faecal enterococci bacteria (p=0.005) and Clostridium perfringens (p=0.08). Comparisons between the levels of indicator bacteria present in private and communal boreholes during rainy seasons indicated statistical differences between total coliforms (p=0.05), faecal coliforms (p=0.03) and Clostridium perfringens (p=0.009) bacteria. No significant differences in the presence of somatic coliphages in both private and communal borehole water were see. The results indicated the need for environmental impact assessment studies to monitor the microbiological quality of groundwater sources in rural communities.
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Anim, F. D. K., and P. K. Chauke. "Environmental Degradation Differences among Rural Farming Communities in the Limpopo Province of South Africa." Journal of Human Ecology 46, no. 1 (April 2014): 47–54. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09709274.2014.11906705.

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Ikeda, Takayoshi, Thandi Kapwata, Swadhin K. Behera, Noboru Minakawa, Masahiro Hashizume, Neville Sweijd, Angela Mathee, and Caradee Yael Wright. "Climatic Factors in Relation to Diarrhoea Hospital Admissions in Rural Limpopo, South Africa." Atmosphere 10, no. 9 (September 5, 2019): 522. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/atmos10090522.

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Diarrheal disease is one of the leading causes of morbidity and mortality globally, particularly in children under 5 years of age. Factors related to diarrheal disease incidence include infection, malnutrition, and exposure to contaminated water and food. Climate factors also contribute to diarrheal disease. We aimed to explore the relationship between temperature, precipitation and diarrhoea case counts of hospital admissions among vulnerable communities living in a rural setting in South Africa. We applied ‘contour analysis’ to visually examine simultaneous observations in frequencies of anomalously high and low diarrhoea case counts occurring in a season, and assigning colours to differences that were statistically significant based on chi-squared test results. Children under 5 years of age were especially vulnerable to diarrhoea during very dry, hot conditions as well as when conditions were wetter than usual. We saw an anomalously higher number of diarrhoea cases during ‘warmer than usual’ conditions in the dry winter season, with average winter temperatures in Limpopo being from about 5 to 10 °C. As for ‘wetter than usual’ conditions, we saw an anomalously higher number of diarrhoea cases during ‘drier than usual’ conditions for the winter and spring. The lagged association seen in cumulative rainfall could not be distinguished in the same way for temperature-related variables (indicating rainfall had a larger impact on higher cases of diarrhoea), nor for the older age group of 5 years and older. Dry conditions were associated with diarrhoea in children under 5 years of age; such conditions may lead to increased water storage, raising the risks of water contamination. Reduced use of water for personal hygiene and cleaning of outdoor pit latrines also affect sanitation quality. Rural communities require adequate and uninterrupted water provision, and healthcare providers should raise awareness about potential diarrhoeal risks, especially during the dry season as well as during wintertime when conditions are warmer than usual.
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Botai, Christina M., Joel O. Botai, Nosipho N. Zwane, Patrick Hayombe, Eric K. Wamiti, Thabo Makgoale, Miriam D. Murambadoro, et al. "Hydroclimatic Extremes in the Limpopo River Basin, South Africa, under Changing Climate." Water 12, no. 12 (November 24, 2020): 3299. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/w12123299.

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This research study evaluated the projected future climate and anticipated impacts on water-linked sectors on the transboundary Limpopo River Basin (LRB) with a focus on South Africa. Streamflow was simulated from two CORDEX-Africa regional climate models (RCMs) forced by the 5th phase of the Coupled Model Inter-Comparison Project (CMIP5) Global Climate Models (GCMs), namely, the CanESM2m and IPSL-CM5A-MR climate models. Three climate projection time intervals were considered spanning from 2006 to 2099 and delineated as follows: current climatology (2006–2035), near future (2036–2065) and end of century future projection (2070–2099). Statistical metrics derived from the projected streamflow were used to assess the impacts of the changing climate on water-linked sectors. These metrics included streamflow trends, low and high flow quantile probabilities, the Standardized Streamflow Index (SSI) trends and the proportion (%) of dry and wet years, as well as drought monitoring indicators. Based on the Mann-Kendall (MK) trend test, the LRB is projected to experience reduced streamflow in both the near and the distant future. The basin is projected to experience frequent dry and wet conditions that can translate to drought and flash floods, respectively. In particular, a high proportion of dry and a few incidences of wet years are expected in the basin in the future. In general, the findings of this research study will inform and enhance climate change adaptation and mitigation policy decisions and implementation thereof, to sustain the livelihoods of vulnerable communities.
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Tshitangano, Takalani G., T. M. Ramaliba, H. A. Akinsola, and M. Thendele. "Tuberculosis risk factors in Lephalale local municipality of Limpopo province, South Africa." South African Family Practice 59, no. 3 (October 31, 2017): 38. http://dx.doi.org/10.4102/safp.v59i5.4557.

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Lephalale local municipality is the leading sub-district in Limpopo province with 9.8% of deaths caused by tuberculosis. This study aimed to describe the risk factors for TB in Lephalale local municipality. A quantitative descriptive, cross-sectional survey design was used to target 148 registered TB patients aged 18 years and above in the sub-district’s 6 clinics. Approval and ethical clearance was obtained from the relevant authorities (SHS/15/PH/14/2006). Only respondents who agreed in writing to be part of the study were included. Ethical research principles were observed. A researcher-developed self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data. The data were analysed using the statistical Package for Social Sciences® version 22.0. Of 148 respondents, a high proportion of diagnosed TB patients (43.24%) were receiving less than R1 000 per month; the majority (53.38%) were unemployed; 22% were overcrowded in a single room; 31.8% had skipped taking TB medication at some point; 12% had previously worked in the mining industries; 37.16% never opened windows: 39.19% were from a rural settlement. TB risk factors in Lephalale include overcrowding, inadequate ventilation, TB treatment interruption, rural settlement, working in a mine, and low income. Educating communities about improving ventilation and treatment adherence as well as community empowerment with entrepreneurial skills might assist. (Full text of the research articles are available online at www.medpharm.tandfonline.com/ojfp) S Afr Fam Pract 2017; DOI: 10.1080/20786190.2017.1304734
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Omotayo, Abiodun Olusola. "Climate Change and Food Insecurity Dynamics in the Rural Limpopo Province of South Africa." Journal of Economics and Behavioral Studies 10, no. 1(J) (March 15, 2018): 22–32. http://dx.doi.org/10.22610/jebs.v10i1(j).2085.

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In the developing nations of the world, poor gross domestic product growth has shown serious vacuum to be filled in order to achieve the sustainable development goals. In that regard, this research article intends to contribute to the sustainable development goals of the United Nation’s goal by explaining the rural food insecurity in the light of climate change dynamic in some selected rural communities of Limpopo Province, South Africa. The data employed in the study were collected from 120 randomly selected rural household heads. Data were analysed with descriptive (frequency, mean etc.) and inferential statistics (Principal component Analysis (PCA), Tobit and Probit Regression) which were properly fitted (P<0.05) for the set research objectives. Descriptive results indicate that the average age of the respondents was 52 years with 60% of the household heads being married and a mean household size of 5.The study concluded that there is climate change effect and food insecurity in the study area and therefore recommended among others that the government of South Africa should endeavour to implement a more rural focused food securityclimate change policies in order to relieve the intensity of food insecurity situations among these disadvantaged rural dwellers of the province as well as to entrench a policy of long term development of agriculture. Finally, the study emphasized that the rural farming households should be enlightened through proper extension services to carry out climate change adaptation and mitigation measures in alleviating the food insecurity situation in the rural communities of the province.
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Omotayo, Abiodun Olusola. "Climate Change and Food Insecurity Dynamics in the Rural Limpopo Province of South Africa." Journal of Economics and Behavioral Studies 10, no. 1 (March 15, 2018): 22. http://dx.doi.org/10.22610/jebs.v10i1.2085.

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In the developing nations of the world, poor gross domestic product growth has shown serious vacuum to be filled in order to achieve the sustainable development goals. In that regard, this research article intends to contribute to the sustainable development goals of the United Nation’s goal by explaining the rural food insecurity in the light of climate change dynamic in some selected rural communities of Limpopo Province, South Africa. The data employed in the study were collected from 120 randomly selected rural household heads. Data were analysed with descriptive (frequency, mean etc.) and inferential statistics (Principal component Analysis (PCA), Tobit and Probit Regression) which were properly fitted (P<0.05) for the set research objectives. Descriptive results indicate that the average age of the respondents was 52 years with 60% of the household heads being married and a mean household size of 5.The study concluded that there is climate change effect and food insecurity in the study area and therefore recommended among others that the government of South Africa should endeavour to implement a more rural focused food securityclimate change policies in order to relieve the intensity of food insecurity situations among these disadvantaged rural dwellers of the province as well as to entrench a policy of long term development of agriculture. Finally, the study emphasized that the rural farming households should be enlightened through proper extension services to carry out climate change adaptation and mitigation measures in alleviating the food insecurity situation in the rural communities of the province.
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Madiba, Jeremia Sello. "Factors influencing food consumption patterns in selected communities in Limpopo province, South Africa." Diss., University of Pretoria, 2006. http://hdl.handle.net/2263/31192.

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Little is known about food consumption patterns of the majority of the black population and the various factors influencing food consumption patterns. An understanding of the above aspects is critical for any business enterprise to inform the formulation of a marketing strategy. This study is an attempt to identify factors affecting food consumption patterns of three ethnic groups found the Limpopo Province. The province is unique in that it is the only province in South Africa that has a variety of ethnic groups. Various factors are considered and examined to determine how they affect food consumption patterns. These are income, religion, culture and cultural practices, and distance from town. Factors such as gender, patriotism, different life styles and age are mentioned but no emphasis is given to them. The ethnic groups included in the study are Bapedi, Shangaans and Vhavenda. Though Whites and Indians could have been included, their number is too insignificant to warrant determining the effect they might have on consumption patterns in the province. Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and Chi-Square techniques were used to analyse the different relationships. The findings show that income is a significant factor influencing food purchases and the frequency of purchase. Religion was found to be significant in influencing slaughtering of chickens but not in the slaughtering of sheep, goats and cattle. The effect of staying in a rural or urban area did not show any significance as this was played down by the establishment of shopping malls after 1994. The study also reveals the significance of indigenous food on the ethnic groups. The study also showed the importance of the influence of religion, especially of the Zion Christian Church in certain parts of the Limpopo Province.
Dissertation (MInst(Agrar))--University of Pretoria, 2006.
Agricultural Economics, Extension and Rural Development
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Sigonyela, Vuyolwethu. "Towards understanding the groundwater dependent ecosystems within the Table Mountain Group Aquifer: a conceptual approach." Thesis, University of the Western Cape, 2006. http://etd.uwc.ac.za/index.php?module=etd&action=viewtitle&id=gen8Srv25Nme4_9454_1183462560.

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Understanding of Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems (GDEs) and their extent within the Table Mountain Group (TMG) aquifer is poor. To understand the dependence to basic ecological and hydrogeological concepts need explanation. The use of current literature aided in identification and classification. From the literature it has come clear that groundwater dependence centers around two issues, water source and water use determination. The use of Geographical Information System (GIS) showed its potential in proof of water sources. Rainfall data and a Digital Elevation Model (DEM) for the Uniondale area have been used to do watershed delineation, which is in line with locating GDEs on a landscape. Thus the conceptual approach should be a broad one that sets a basis for both investigation (scientific research) and institutional arrangements (management).

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Netili, Khangweleni Fortress. "A preliminary understanding of deep groundwater flow in the Table Mountain group (TMG) aquifer system." Thesis, University of the Western Cape, 2007. http://etd.uwc.ac.za/index.php?module=etd&action=viewtitle&id=gen8Srv25Nme4_3671_1194349953.

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The Table Mountain Group (TMG) Aquifer is the second largest aquifer system in South Africa, after dolomites. This aquifer has the potential to be a signinficant source of water for the people of the Western Cape. The occurrence of hot water springs in the TMG in relation with the main geological fault systems in SOuth Africa shows that deep flow systmes do exist. Little is known about these deep aquifer systems in South Africa (i.e. flow mechanisms). To close the above-mentioned knowledge gap, this study was initiated. The current study gave a review of some of the aspects that needs to be considered when distinguishing deep groundwater from shallow groundwater.

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Masekoameng, Mosima. "Indigenous knowledge systems in food gathering and production in selected rural communities in Sekhukhune District of the Limpopo Province." Thesis, University of Limpopo, 2007. http://hdl.handle.net/10386/1836.

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Kamffer, Dewald. "Community-level effects of fragmentation of the afromontane grassland in the escarpment region of Mpumalanga, South Africa." Connect to this title online, 2004. http://upetd.up.ac.za/thesis/available/etd-11242004-104932.

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Parker, Daniel Matthew. "The effects of elephants at low densities and after short occupation time on the ecosystems of the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa." Thesis, Rhodes University, 2008. http://eprints.ru.ac.za/1330/.

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Baloi, Votumi Arone. "Community perceptions and attitudes towards integrated wildlife/livestock land-uses : the case of Greater-Giyani rural communities, Limpopo, Province." Thesis, University of Limpopo, 2016. http://hdl.handle.net/10386/1515.

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Livestock production in communal areas is faced by a myriad of challenges such as environmental degradation, poor markets, stock theft and disease. This has drawn interest towards wildlife-based land-use practices as an alternative or complement to livestock production. Wildlife-based land-uses have potential to generate incomes and create employment in wildlife rich areas. On the other hand, several problems such as human-wildlife conflict have been identified in wildlife rich areas. This study investigated perceptions of rural households in areas adjacent to the Kruger National Park (KNP) regarding integrated wildlife/livestock land-use practices. Data were collected from 130 households in nine villages alongside KNP in Giyani. Respondents were stratified into cattle owning households and non-cattle owning households, to determine differences in perception towards wildlife. Chi-square and Cramer`s V tests were used to test if there is an association and relationship between the households` opinion and cattle ownership. For empirical analysis, factor analysis and multinomial logistic regression models were run with SPSS. Attitudes and perceptions were analysed by the Likert-scale numbered from 1 to 4. High scores (i.e. 3 and 4) indicated negative attitudes and low scores (i.e. 1 and 2) indicated positive attitudes. The factor analysis managed to reduce the number of attitude variables fitted into the model from 29 to 9 factors (components), that were used in the multinomial logit model analysis. Results from the multinomial regression indicated that demographic factors such as age, gender, education, occupation, marital status, monthly income and cattle ownership had a significant impact in distinguishing between pairs of groups and the contribution which they make to change the odds of being in one dependent variable group rather than the other. Results from factor analysis (component variables or factors) also had a significant impact on the dependent variables when applied to multinomial logit regression. About 59% of the sampled households showed positive attitudes towards integrated wildlife-based land-use practices, and indicated willingness to participate in it. Those who had negative attitudes and were not likely to participate were 13%; and those who were uncertain on whether or not to participate were 28%. Looking at the results of the empirical analysis derived from regression analysis through multinomial logit, several factors were found to have influenced whether or not households were likely to participate in the integrated wildlife/livestock land-uses. Variables: damages caused by wild animals on crops and vegetables; giving land and stopping farming to allow for wildlife conservation; roles and opportunities of wildlife in the community; roles and opportunities of livestock in the community; age of household head; occupation of household head; gender of household head; cattle ownership; Access to market, income earned from sale of livestock, and state of grazing area, were found to be significant (at different significant levels 1%, 5% and 10%) in determining whether or not households were likely to participate in the integrated wildlife/livestock land-uses. However, variables: Government support and the number of people benefiting from livestock, Interest in wildlife protection, Relationship between wildlife, human and domestic animals and land ownership were found to be insignificant in determining whether or not households were likely to participate in the integrated wildlife/livestock land-uses. Most of the households showed interest in participating in wildlife-based land-uses irrespective of whether or not they own cattle. Some households indicated dislike of the proposed land-use practice, mainly those who practiced cattle and crop production, as they perceived wild animals as a high risk to their stock. However, this negative attitude can be managed if benefits to households and community are clearly defined and compensation for loses from wildlife are made a priority. Cooperation of all stakeholders (for example, community, government, conservationists and foreign donor’ agencies) is recommended for implementation of wildlife-based land-uses.
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Hlungwani, Hlulani Archebold. "Impact of oncorhynchus mykiss, salmo trutta and clarias gariepinus on aquatic communities within Magoebaskloef Area, Limpopo Province, South Africa." Thesis, University of Limpopo, 2016. http://hdl.handle.net/10386/1573.

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Fish assemblages in relation to environmental variables within the Broederstroom and Debengeni Rivers were investigated. Both rivers were characterized by coarse substrates (pebble and gravel), temperatures below 20°C and moderate depth. Trout dominated fish assemblages in terms of numbers caught and was only distributed at higher altitude sites >1400 m (a.s.l). Coarse substrates, temperatures below 15°C, flow rate, depth and riparian cover were the variables shown important for the distribution of trout by multivariate analysis. The confinement of the trout to higher altitude and lack of optimal habitat variables at lower altitude sites contributed to the assertion that the area is marginal for trout distribution. It was therefore inferred that the marginality of the area is the possible explanation for trout failure to self-sustain its population, therefore dependent on the continuous restocks by the local hatchery. The continuous restocks of small size trout in the Broederstroom River prompted a subsequent study where trout’s impact on macroinvertebrate communities was evaluated through surveys and field experiments. The ability of small trout to utilize macroinvertebrates made them suitable candidates to evaluating their impact in the area. Aquatic invertebrates were found to be the main food source for the trout in the area. Taxa such as Gomphidae and Potamonautidae were the most frequent food items from the analyzed stomachs of trout. However, observations from both field surveys and experiments showed that trout is a weak regulator of macroinvertebrate diversity in the area, since there were no significant differences (ANOVA, P<0.05) in the diversity of invertebrates from trout invaded and uninvaded sites. Trout being a weak regulator of macroinvertebrate diversity in the area, it prompted surveys to the Ebenezer Dam to determine its competitive interactions with native predatory species. If the introduced species is a more efficient predator than the native predator species, it may affect changes in the structure of the habitat and food resource. Trout in the Ebenezer Dam was found to be selective to habitat variables whilst C. gariepinus was cosmopolitan to all habitat categories. The catfish also had a broader food preference than trout and the diversity of the food items was significantly different (ANOVA, P<0.05) between the two species. Unfortunately, the interspecific food overlap between trout and the catfish could not be determined in Ebenezer Dam, because of the small sample size of trout but food selection between vii them was evident. It was then concluded that the native catfish has a wider niche and it is a more efficient predator than the introduced trout. This observation contributed further to the assertion that the area is marginal for trout to thrive. Due to trout selection of habitat variables, it became prudent to carry out another study where the past climate and land use changes were analyzed to determine their effect on the habitat that could have affected the distribution of trout in the area. Future projections were also made to determine possible future impacts of climate change on the distribution of trout in the area. The effects of climate and land use change resulted in warmer water temperature, altered riparian cover and altered stream flow patterns. The changes could have influenced the confinement of trout to higher altitude catchments. The projected maximum temperatures by 2050 shows an increase from 2014 with a decline in precipitation. If these projections are to be the same for water temperature and flow regimes, coupled with current land uses in the area, they will continue to affect the distribution of trout negatively.
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De, Moor Irene J. "Methods for assessing the susceptibility of freshwater ecosystems in Southern Africa to invasion by alien aquatic animals." Thesis, Rhodes University, 1994. http://hdl.handle.net/10962/d1005145.

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Two methods for predicting regions susceptible to invasion by alien aquatic animals were developed for southern Africa (excluding Zimbabwe and Mozambique). In the "traditional" (data-poor) approach, distributions of three categories of alien "indicator" species (warm mesothermal, cold stenothermal and eurytopic) were compared to seven existing biogeographical models of distribution patterns of various animals in southern Africa. On the basis of these comparisons a synthesis model was developed which divided southern Africa into seven regions characterised by their susceptibility to invasion by alien aquatic animals with particular habitat requirements. In the "data-rich," geographic information systems (GIS) approach, the distribution of trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss and Salmo trutta) in selected "sampled regions" was related to elevation (as a surrogate of water temperature) and median annual rainfall (MAR) (as a surrogate of water availability). Using concentration analysis, optimum conditions for trout were identified. Regions within a larger "predictive area" which satisfied these conditions, were plotted as a digital map using the IDRISI package. Using this method seven models of potential trout distribution were generated for the following regions: northern Natal (two); southern Natal/Lesotho/Transkei (three), eastern Cape (two) and western Cape (two). Since two of the models were used to refine the methods, only five models were considered for the final assessment. In a modification of the GIS method, another model of potential trout distribution, based on mean monthly July minimum air temperature and MAR parameters, was developed for the region bounded by 29º - 34º S and 26 º - 32°E. This model showed marked similarities to another model, developed for the region bounded by 29 º - 32°S and 26º - 32°E, which was based on elevation and MAR parameters. The validity of the models developed was assessed by independent experts. Of the six models considered, four received favourable judgements, one was equivocal and one was judged to be poor. Based on these assessments it was concluded that the GIS method has credibility and could be used to develop a "data-rich" model of the susceptibility of southern Africa to invasion by alien aquatic animals. This method represents an alternative to the bioclimatic matching approach developed by scientists in Australia. The GIS method has a number of advantages over the "traditional" method: it is more amenable to testing, has greater flexibility, stores more information, produces images of a finer resolution, and can be easily updated. The traditional method has the advantage of being less expensive and requiring a less extensive database.
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Mathoho, Ndivhuho Eric. "Archaeology and archaeometallurgy in Limpopo province of South Africa: case studies of early iron age sites of Mutoti and Thomo." Doctoral thesis, Faculty of Science, 2021. http://hdl.handle.net/11427/33794.

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Decades of archaeological research have established the chronology of the history of culture by farmers in northern South Africa from the beginning of the first millennium AD to the recent past (1900). This thesis sought to explore the archaeology and archaeometallurgy of the early inhabitants of the Lowveld region. Rigorous methodological and theoretical approaches, which include Ethno-Historical, archaeological and archaeometallurgical studies, were employed to acquire the relevant information required to address research problems. Ceramic typology and settlement pattern studies were used to establish the culture-history to contextualise Iron Age sites, while Optical Microscopy, X-Ray Fluorescence analysis (XRF) and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) were used to investigate the metallurgical remains to understand metal production technology. Both Mutoti and Thomo sites share several similarities, namely, they are situated near the perennial streams, the presence of metal-production sites and the predominant pottery types, consisting of short and long neck vessels dominated by comb stamping, incision and punctate decorations on the rim, neck and shoulder of the vessels. Ceramic tradition analysis revealed that both Mut 2 and Thomo combine ceramic designs and attributes that appeared in the region near the beginning of the first Millennium AD, that is the Urewe and the Kalundu traditions. Garonga Phase tradition developed from the Urewe tradition which represent the first facie, represented by the Silver Leaves sites of the Kwale branch ceramic tradition which dates to AD 280- 420 and the Kalundu tradition (which starts from Happy Rest and progresses to Diamant - Phase 2) which dates from the sixth century AD, both traditions share distinctive ceramics styles and decoration attributes (Burrett, 2007; Huffman, 2007). The radiocarbon-based chronology suggests that Mut 2 and Thomo sites were occupied contemporaneously and dated to AD 650-850. Analysis of the distribution of materials objects across Mut 2 site revealed active participation in both local and international trade network (Soapstone and Islamic ceramics) operated at a village status. Some of the craft production related evidence include metal production, eggshell beads and cloth manufacturing. Metal production was regarded as signature of power and authority in Iron Age period (Herbert, 1996). More research may strengthen this observation.
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Tradition, archaeological heritage protection and communities in the Limpopo Province of South Africa. Addis Ababa: Organisation for Social Science Research in Eastern and Southern Africa, 2011.

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Kgathi, Donald Letsholo, and Joseph Mbaiwa. Ecosystem Services and Human Well-Being at Lake Ngami, Botswana: Implications for Sustainability. Nova Science Publishers, Incorporated, 2018.

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Spierenburg, Marja, Ben Cousins, Angélique Bos, and Lubabalo Ntsholo. "Connecting Communities and Business: Public-Private Partnerships as the Panacea for Land Reform in Limpopo Province, South Africa." In The Social Life of Connectivity in Africa, 161–82. New York: Palgrave Macmillan US, 2012. http://dx.doi.org/10.1057/9781137278029_9.

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Kwabena Ayisi, Kingsley, Paulina Bopape-Mabapa, and David Brown. "Agroforestry Trees for Fodder Production in Limpopo Province, South Africa." In Agroforestry - Small Landholder’s Tool for Climate Change Resiliency and Mitigation. IntechOpen, 2021. http://dx.doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.96017.

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Climate change and land degradation, resulting from human-induced pressures on ecosystems are threatening crop productivity, food and feed supply, and food security in the Limpopo Province of South Africa, especially within the socio-economically marginalised communities. A combination of survey and field experimentations were conducted from 2016 to 2018 to assess potential climate-smart farming practices that can assist farmers to adapt to local climate change and variability in the province. Results from the survey revealed that agroforestry system with woody perennial speices which encourages minimum soil disturbance, increase soil cover and increase agrobiodiversity is being promoted in the province as one of the effective avenues to achieve sustainability in farming systems in the midst of global climate change. Moringa oleifera and Acacia karroo (now Vachellia karroo) were identified as potential agroforestry tree species to address feed gaps during dry winter months, based on their good nutritional value, drought hardiness and effective carbon capture for climate change mitigation.
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Maluleka, Jan Resenga. "Understanding Traditional Healing Practices in the Limpopo Province of South Africa." In Advances in Library and Information Science, 233–44. IGI Global, 2020. http://dx.doi.org/10.4018/978-1-7998-1471-9.ch012.

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Phenomenology affords indigenous knowledge researchers the perfect opportunity to understand the lived experiences of indigenous communities from the participants' perspectives. Various studies have shown that indigenous knowledge is currently facing extinction. As a result, information professionals should play a leading role in recording and preserving it. Phenomenology helps indigenous knowledge systems (IKS) scholars to obtain knowledge from marginalised groups and record it without any influences as a result of prior knowledge or personal worldviews. This study demonstrates how phenomenology was applied to understand traditional healing practices in the Limpopo Province of South Africa and, furthermore, illustrates how phenomenology can be employed by information professionals as a qualitative method to conduct indigenous knowledge (IK) research.
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S. Semenya, Sebua, and Matjutla J. Mokgoebo. "The Utilization and Conservation of Indigenous Wild Plant Resources in the Limpopo Province, South Africa." In Natural Resources Management and Biological Sciences [Working Title]. IntechOpen, 2020. http://dx.doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.89920.

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The knowledge pertaining to uses of indigenous wild plants and their conservation methods by the rural communities of the Limpopo Province (South Africa) is not fully reconnoitered. The available data highlighting these aspects are scattered in general ethnobotanical literatures. The current study therefore sought to collate, analyze, and describe such information. Search engines and local libraries were used to document information. A total of 50 useful wild plant species belonging to 32 botanical families, mainly the Fabaceae (28%, n = 9) and Cucurbitaceae (13%, n = 4), were harvested by rural communities inhabiting the Limpopo Province. These species were mainly exploited wholly for medicinal (62%, n = 31) and food (20%, n = 10) purposes. Leaves, bark, fruits, and roots, respectively, were the most commonly used plant parts. Overall, the traditional conservation approaches employed by the indigenous people to ensure continual supply of these organs for different livelihoods encompasses traditional beliefs and taboos, sustainable harvesting practices as well as domestication of plants. However, not all these approaches promote effective conservation and sustainable utilization of wild plant resources.
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"Windows of Opportunity or Exclusion? Local Communities in the Great Limpopo Transfrontier Conservation Area, South Africa." In Community Rights, Conservation and Contested Land, 159–85. Routledge, 2010. http://dx.doi.org/10.4324/9781849775052-17.

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Vulnerability and intervention opportunities: Research findings on youth and HIV/AIDS in South Africa. Population Council, 2004. http://dx.doi.org/10.31899/hiv15.1006.

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The Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund (NMCF) seeks comprehensive local solutions to address the negative effects of HIV/AIDS on children, adolescents, households, and communities. To this end, NMCF initiated the Goelama Project, which uses a community mobilization strategy to catalyze action by local organizations and government bodies to prevent HIV infection and mitigate the socioeconomic impacts of the disease, particularly as they affect orphans and vulnerable children (OVC). This brief highlights key findings from an assessment of reproductive and sexual health knowledge and behaviors among nearly 5,000 youth from eight districts in three provinces in South Africa where the Goelama Project is active: Mpumalanga, Limpopo, and KwaZulu Natal. This research is part of a larger study of 29,000 members of nearly 5,000 households that seeks to identify ways that government and communities can strengthen the socioeconomic capacity of households to care for and support OVC. The youth component focuses on the sexual and reproductive behaviors of young people in the Goelama intervention areas and factors that may influence these behaviors, such as schooling, orphanhood, knowledge, and involvement in community activities.
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