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Abidile, Lebotsamang, and Morvyn Nyakudya. "Detection of Change Patterns in COVID-19 Deaths and the Implementation of Public Health Policies in Botswana." Journal of Epidemiology and Public Health 10, no. 1 (2025): 71–82. https://doi.org/10.26911/jepublichealth.2025.10.05.07.

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Background: At the earlier stages of COVID-19 disease, there were no pharmaceutical measures such as vaccines and medications available that could be used to either treat or reduce the spread of the virus. Countries worldwide reverted to implementing several non-pharmaceutical measures to end or at least reduce the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. These included maintaining the physical distance of 1-2 meters in all gatherings, washing hands with soap and clean water, sanitizing hands, and wearing face masks especially when physical distancing cannot be certain. In this study, we aim to determ

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Bussmann, Christine, Philip Rotz, Ndwapi Ndwapi, et al. "Strengthening Healthcare Capacity Through a Responsive, Country-Specific, Training Standard: The KITSO AIDS Training Program’s Sup-port of Botswana’s National Antiretroviral Therapy Rollout." Open AIDS Journal 2, no. 1 (2008): 10–16. http://dx.doi.org/10.2174/1874613600802010010.

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In parallel with the rollout of Botswana’s national antiretroviral therapy (ART) program, the Botswana Ministry of Health established the KITSO AIDS Training Program by entering into long-term partnerships with the Botswana–Harvard AIDS Institute Partnership for HIV Research and Education and others to provide standardized, country-specific training in HIV/AIDS care. The KITSO training model has strengthened human capacity within Botswana’s health sector and been indispensable to successful ART rollout. Through core and advanced training courses and clinical mentoring, different cadres of heal

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Thatayaone, Oaitse, and Brian Muyambiri Dr. "STRATEGIC PLANNING FOR HEALTH EDUCATION USING SOCIAL MEDIA IN BOTSWANA'S PUBLIC HEALTH INSTITUTIONS." International Journal of Novel Research in Humanity and Social Sciences 11, no. 5 (2024): 7–17. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13887350.

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<strong>Abstract:</strong> This study aimed to evaluate the contribution of social media to strategic planning in health education within Botswana's public health institutions. The objectives included assessing social media's effectiveness in achieving strategic goals, identifying gaps in the Ministry of Health (MoH) education programs, exploring how social media can improve Batswana's health through effective health education, and recommending strategies for health strategists. A positivist research methodology was employed, distributing structured questionnaires to 100 participants from the

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Ndlovu, Kagiso, Kabelo Leonard Mauco, Mpho Keetile, et al. "Acceptance of the District Health Information System Version 2 Platform for Malaria Case-Based Surveillance By Health Care Workers in Botswana: Web-Based Survey." JMIR Formative Research 6, no. 3 (2022): e32722. http://dx.doi.org/10.2196/32722.

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Background Similar to many low- and middle-income countries, Botswana has identified eHealth as a means of improving health care service provision and delivery. The National Malaria Programme (NMP) in Botswana has implemented the District Health Information System version 2 (DHIS2) to support timely malaria case reporting across its 27 health districts; however, the implementation of an eHealth system is never without challenges. Barriers to the implementation of eHealth innovations within health care settings may arise at the individual or organizational levels. As such, the evaluation of use

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Popli, Pallvi, Mansi R. Shah, Tlotlo B. Ralefala, et al. "Reducing Oncologic Disparities by Standardizing Cancer Care." JCO Global Oncology 6, Supplement_1 (2020): 64. http://dx.doi.org/10.1200/go.20.61000.

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PURPOSE Shortages in oncology-trained health care providers pose a major challenge in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) and contribute to delays in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. Presently, the sole oncologist in the public sector at Princess Marina Hospital, Botswana’s largest oncology referral center, is overextended, causing medical officers to be the primary providers for patients with cancer. Medical officers do not possess formal oncology training, which can potentially lead to imprecise management and suboptimal treatment. In addition, there is no standardized patient int

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Seitio-Kgokgwe, Onalenna Stannie, Robin Gauld, Philip C. Hill, and Pauline Barnett. "Understanding human resource management practices in Botswana’s public health sector." Journal of Health Organization and Management 30, no. 8 (2016): 1284–300. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/jhom-05-2015-0076.

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to assess the management of the public sector health workforce in Botswana. Using institutional frameworks it aims to document and analyse human resource management (HRM) practices, and make recommendations to improve employee and health system outcomes. Design/methodology/approach The paper draws from a large study that used a mixed methods approach to assess performance of Botswana’s Ministry of Health (MOH). It uses data collected through document analysis and in-depth interviews of 54 key informants comprising policy makers, senior staff of the MOH and

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Abidile, Lebotsamang. "Assessment of COVID-19 Deaths in Botswana using the SIRD Model for the Period 2020 to 2022." Journal of Epidemiology and Public Health 10, no. 1 (2025): 1–8. https://doi.org/10.26911/jepublichealth.2025.10.05.01.

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Background: There is need for a development of a robust model framework for COVID-19 to help researchers simulate several virus transmission scenarios, assist in predicting the disease route as well as assess the effectiveness of mitigation measures. COVID-19 data with four compartmental groups, that is susceptible group, the infected group, the recovered group, and the deceased group was required to enable setting up a mathematical compartmental model called Susceptible-Infected-Recovered-Deceased (SIRD) for Botswana. This study aims to set up the SIRD model for COVID-19 in Botswana.Subjects

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Sabone, Motshedisi, Mabel Magowe, Lesego Busang, Jonathan Moalosi, Benjamin Binagwa, and Janet Mwambona. "Impediments for the Uptake of the Botswana Government's Male Circumcision Initiative for HIV Prevention." Scientific World Journal 2013 (2013): 1–7. http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/387508.

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Botswana remains one of the countries with high prevalence of HIV infection with a population prevalence rate of 17.6 in 2008. In 2009, the Ministry of Health launched male circumcision as an additional strategy to the already existing HIV preventive efforts. The purpose of this paper is to share what the participants of a survey to evaluate a short-term male circumcision communication strategy in seven health districts of Botswana reported as impediments for the program's uptake. Qualitative data were obtained from 32 key informants and 36 focus group discussions in 2011. Content analysis met

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Martei, Yehoda M., Mohan Narasimhamurthy, Pooja Prabhakar, et al. "Breast Cancer Pathology Turnaround Time in Botswana." Journal of Global Oncology, no. 4 (December 2018): 1–7. http://dx.doi.org/10.1200/jgo.17.00090.

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Purpose Quality pathology is critical for timely diagnosis and management of breast cancer. Few studies have analyzed pathology turnaround time (TAT) in sub-Saharan Africa. The purpose of this study was to quantify TAT for breast cancer specimens processed by the National Health Laboratory and Diagnofirm Laboratory in Gaborone, Botswana, and additionally compare TAT before and after 2012 to evaluate the effect of pathology scale-up interventions by the Ministry of Health and Wellness. Methods Retrospective analyses of TAT were performed for breast specimens submitted to the two laboratories fr

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Maphisa, J. Maphisa, Opelo Petunia Mogotsi, Olorato Khumo Machola, Keamogetse Metlha Maswabi, Tiro Bright Motsamai, and Boitshepo Mosupiemang. "Psychiatric epidemiological survey of university students in Botswana: rationale and methods of the Youth Mental Health Study (YMHS)." BMJ Open 10, no. 10 (2020): e038175. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2020-038175.

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BackgroundWhile the burden of disease attributable to mental disorders in low/middle-income countries (LMICs) is lower than high-income countries, there is recognition that the dearth of evidence from the LMICs may underestimate the actual prevalence and burden associated with mental disorders. Such is likely the case for Botswana where there has been no nationally representative data on the prevalence of symptoms of mental disorders or even a subgroup estimation of mental disorders in the country. Thus, the Youth Mental Health Study (YMHS) aims to estimate the prevalence and identify predicto

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Ogar, Rapinyana (RN. RM MSc), Baratedi (RN. RM D. Lit et Phil) William, and Mmapelo Seboni (RN. RM. PhD.) Naomi. "Sexual Reproductive Health: Improving Child Survival Initiatives in Botswana." International Journal of Current Science Research and Review 07, no. 01 (2022): 73–77. https://doi.org/10.47191/ijcsrr/V5-i1-10.

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Abstract : Improving maternal and child survival it’s an important integral part of health care. A large number of deaths in Africa emanate from preventable diseases and largely in the first month of life. Majority of deaths were from preventable causes such as pneumonia, diarrhea and malaria and all accounting to 14.9%, 9.2% and 7.3% respectively. In an endeavour to the prevent and promote healthcare system, the government of Botswana came up with a special programme geared toward protecting the locals against common diseases. The government of Botswana, through the Ministry of Health (

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Saudu, Collen, Simon Chihanga, and Victory Effiom. "Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Towards Malaria Elimination in Botswana: A Case Study of Shakawe Village, Okavango District." International Journal of Health Sciences and Research 12, no. 12 (2022): 58–65. http://dx.doi.org/10.52403/ijhsr.20221210.

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Background: In Botswana, Okavango Delta and Ngami suffer from endemic malaria due to persistent swamps that provide the breeding sites for the vector. The Government of Botswana prioritize endemic regions, as a model to foster malaria elimination. This study was carried out in Shakawe village in Okavango District, Botswana, to establish knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP), towards malaria prevention. The results of this study will help inform the government to eliminate malaria in Botswana. Materials & Methods: Purposive mixed-methods cross-sectional study was carried out on 113 subj

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Chandar, Ashwin, Sukhdeep Kaur, Tlotlo Bathethi Ralefala, et al. "Building international partnerships to improve global oncological care: Perspective from Rutgers-CINJ Global Oncology Fellowship Program." Journal of Clinical Oncology 37, no. 27_suppl (2019): 159. http://dx.doi.org/10.1200/jco.2019.37.27_suppl.159.

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159 Background: With cancer accounting for 1 in every 7 deaths worldwide and 60-70% of cancer deaths occurring in low- and middle-income countries, any advancement in cancer care should include understanding to alleviate structural inequalities that produce these global oncological disparities. Rutgers-Cancer Institute of New Jersey (R-CINJ) Oncology Fellowship program, through partnerships with Rutgers Global Health and University of Botswana (UB), established a global oncology program in 2018 to provide young oncologists in training with this educational opportunity. Aims included understand

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Chandar, Ashwin, Sukhdeep Kaur, Deborah Toppmeyer, et al. "Building international partnerships to improve global oncological care: Perspective from Rutgers-CINJ Global Oncology Fellowship Program." Journal of Clinical Oncology 37, no. 15_suppl (2019): e18161-e18161. http://dx.doi.org/10.1200/jco.2019.37.15_suppl.e18161.

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e18161 Background: With cancer accounting for 1 in every 7 deaths worldwide and 60-70% of cancer deaths occurring in low- and middle-income countries, any advancement in cancer care should include understanding to alleviate structural inequalities that produce these global oncologic disparities. Rutgers-Cancer Institute of New Jersey (R-CINJ) Oncology Fellowship program, through partnerships with Rutgers Global Health and University of Botswana (UB), established a global oncology program in 2018 to provide young oncologists in training with this educational opportunity. Aims included understan

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Glomb, Nicolaus W., Adeola A. Kosoko, Cara B. Doughty, et al. "Needs Assessment for Simulation Training for Prehospital Providers in Botswana." Prehospital and Disaster Medicine 33, no. 6 (2018): 621–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s1049023x18001024.

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AbstractBackgroundIn June 2012, the Botswana Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW; Gaborone, Botswana) initiated a national Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system in response to significant morbidity and mortality associated with prehospital emergencies. The MOHW requested external expertise to train its developing workforce. Simulation-based training was planned to equip these health care providers with clinical knowledge, procedural skills, and communication techniques.ObjectiveThe objective of this study was to assess the educational needs of the pioneer Botswana MOHW EMS providers based

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Chirebvu, Elijah, Moses John Chimbari, and Barbara Ntombi Ngwenya. "Knowledge and practices on malaria in Tubu village, in a malaria-endemic area in northern Botswana: implications for interventions." MalariaWorld Journal 4, no. 15 (2013): 1–9. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.10925742.

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<strong>Background.</strong> Health education based on understanding community and individual knowledge, attitudes and practices on malaria is gaining momentum as one of the methods for malaria control. The purpose of the survey was to assess peoples’ knowledge and perceptions on malaria in order to generate information to contribute to the malaria elimination programme being implemented by the Ministry of Health of Botswana. <strong>Materials and Methods.</strong> A cross-sectional structured questionnaire-based survey and participatory rural appraisals were conducted to assess the know

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Sabone, Motshedisi, Pelonomi Mazonde, Francesca Cainelli, et al. "Everyday ethical challenges of nurse-physician collaboration." Nursing Ethics 27, no. 1 (2019): 206–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/0969733019840753.

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Background: Collaboration between physicians and nurses is key to improving patient care. We know very little about collaboration and interdisciplinary practice in African healthcare settings. Research question/aim: The purpose of this study was to explore the ethical challenges of interdisciplinary collaboration in clinical practice and education in Botswana Participants and research context: This qualitative descriptive study was conducted with 39 participants (20 physicians and 19 nurses) who participated in semi-structured interviews at public hospitals purposely selected to represent the

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Ncube, Benson, Maurice Mars, and Richard E. Scott. "Perceptions and attitudes of patients and healthcare workers towards the use of telemedicine in Botswana: An exploratory study." PLOS ONE 18, no. 2 (2023): e0281754. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0281754.

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Introduction In March 2020, the Botswana Ministry of Health and Wellness approved a National eHealth Strategy. Although a milestone, the strategy does not mention telemedicine. There is need to address this by developing an evidence-based adjunct strategy for telemedicine to facilitate its introduction and adoption. To do so, several stages of a published eHealth Strategy Development Framework were mimicked. This allowed situational awareness to be created through exploring behavioural factors and perceptions that might influence the adoption of telemedicine in Botswana. The study aim was to e

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TORIOLA, O. M. "Secondary School Physical Education Curriculum: Implications for Sports Development in Botswana." Asian Journal of Physical Education & Recreation 9, no. 1 (2003): 69–73. http://dx.doi.org/10.24112/ajper.91144.

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LANGUAGE NOTE | Document text in English; abstract also in Chinese.In many countries, a major rationale for curriculum design in physical education is that it promotes a physically active lifestyle among the youths and provides a basis for the development of fundamental sports skills. Access to physical education and sport is not only a fundamental human right but it also promotes health, desirable social attitudes and values. Based on the above rationale physical education was introduced to Botswana secondary schools in 1999. In this study, the Botswana secondary school physical education cur

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Grover, Surbhi, Nicola Zetola, Doreen Ramogola-Masire, et al. "Building research capacity through programme development and research implementation in resource-limited settings - the Ipabalele study protocol: observational cohort studies determining the effect of HIV on the natural history of cervical cancer in Botswana." BMJ Open 9, no. 12 (2019): e031103. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2019-031103.

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IntroductionThe global burden of cancer continues to increase in low- and middle-income countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Botswana, a middle-income country in SSA, has the second highest prevalence of HIV worldwide and has seen an increase in human papillomavirus (HPV)-associated cervical cancer over the last decade in the setting of improved survival of HIV-infected women. There is an urgent need to understand more clearly the causes and consequences of HPV-associated cervical cancer in the setting of HIV infection. We initiated the Ipabalele (‘take care of yourself’ in Set

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Pusoentsi, Malebogo, Bame P. Shatera, Setlogelo Motlogi, et al. "Quality of Cancer Registry Data: Botswana Experience, Demonstrating Improvements Over Time." Journal of Global Oncology 2, no. 3_suppl (2016): 43s. http://dx.doi.org/10.1200/jgo.2016.004176.

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Abstract 69 Background: One of the challenges to addressing the growing burden of cancer in low- and middle-income countries is insufficient data and limitations in quality of cancer registries. The Botswana National Cancer Registry (BNCR), first established in 1999, is an IARC-endorsed population-based registry covering a population of 2.1 million. Here we assess BNCR's data quality over time. Methods: We conducted a retrospective review of BNCR data that was collected between January 1, 2005 and December 31, 2010. We assessed basis of cancer diagnosis, as well as key data quality indices (co

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Sharma, Kirthana, Refeletswe Lebelonyane, Tlotlo Ralefela, et al. "Findings of a Nationwide Mixed-Methods Assessment of Cancer Care and Prevention Needs in Botswana." JCO Global Oncology 8, Supplement_1 (2022): 39. http://dx.doi.org/10.1200/go.22.45000.

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PURPOSE High-level investment in cancer prevention and control in low- and middle-income countries is urgently needed to address the predicted surge in cancer incidence, yet few assessments of health systems have systematically identified gaps in infrastructure, training, and patient care in sub-Saharan Africa. In Botswana, we evaluated the current state of cancer care and prevention, to understand the strengths, weaknesses, and needs regarding the provision of comprehensive cancer services. METHODS The study evaluated four regional hospitals designated as cancer sites by the Botswana Ministry

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Molefi, Mooketsi, and Olanrewaju Oladimeji. "Evaluating the validity and reliability of the Tswana adaptation of the MOS-HIV tool for health-related quality of life among HIV Sub-populations in Botswana: A study protocol." PLOS ONE 19, no. 10 (2024): e0311904. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0311904.

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The lack of culturally and contextually appropriate adaptations of health-related quality of life (HRQoL) tools hinders HIV patient outcomes. This study aims to assess the validity and reliability of a Tswana version of the Medical Outcome Survey-HIV (MOS-HIV) tool among diverse HIV sub-populations in Botswana. In terms of the methodology the study will comprise of several steps. Firstly, forward and back-translation of the original U.S. English MOS-HIV tool into Setswana, followed by the review of the translated tool. Phase 1 will evaluate content, construct validity, and reliability of the n

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Mambo, Tshiamo, Gabaikanngwe Ethel Mambo, and Kinyanjui Godfrey Gichuhi. "An analysis of the efficient use of the information management systems adopted by the Ministry of Health and Wellness in Botswana." Procedia Computer Science 256 (2025): 1263–68. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.procs.2025.02.237.

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Mwita, Julius Chacha, Albertino Damasceno, Pilly Chillo, et al. "Vitamin K-dependent anticoagulant use and level of anticoagulation control in sub-Saharan Africa: protocol for a retrospective cohort study." BMJ Open 12, no. 2 (2022): e057166. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2021-057166.

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BackgroundGiven that vitamin K-dependent anticoagulants (VKAs) will continue to be the primary anticoagulant in Africa for a long time, understanding the quality of anticoagulation services in the continent is vital for optimising the intended benefits. Notably, a few small studies have assessed the quality of anticoagulation in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) countries. This study will describe the current VKA use and anticoagulation control among patients in selected SSA countries.Methods and analysisWe plan to review the 2019 anticoagulation data of a cohort of 800 random patients from 19 selected

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Tamele, Isidro José, and Vitor Vasconcelos. "Microcystin Incidence in the Drinking Water of Mozambique: Challenges for Public Health Protection." Toxins 12, no. 6 (2020): 368. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/toxins12060368.

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Microcystins (MCs) are cyanotoxins produced mainly by freshwater cyanobacteria, which constitute a threat to public health due to their negative effects on humans, such as gastroenteritis and related diseases, including death. In Mozambique, where only 50% of the people have access to safe drinking water, this hepatotoxin is not monitored, and consequently, the population may be exposed to MCs. The few studies done in Maputo and Gaza provinces indicated the occurrence of MC-LR, -YR, and -RR at a concentration ranging from 6.83 to 7.78 µg·L−1, which are very high, around 7 times above than the

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Mathabe, Maitumelo, and Fidelis Nkomazana. "The Impact of Covid-19 Pandemic and the Challenges of the Mission of the Church as A Healing Institution: A Case Study of Tonota." International Journal of Religion 5, no. 10 (2024): 4210–20. http://dx.doi.org/10.61707/e8safk17.

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The article examines the impact of COVID-19, a pandemic that causes crisis, confusion, trauma, and consequently changing people’s lifestyles (The World Health Organisation, 2022) It also explores the impact of COVID-19 and the challenges it imposes on the mission of the church as a healing institution in a peri-urban village of Tonota in Botswana. The article particularly discusses challenges faced by the church as a healing institution and the measures it put in place in its efforts to contribute- towards the healing of those affected and infected by COVID-19 (Teti, et al, 2020). The article

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Seitio-Kgokgwe, Onalenna, Robin D. C. Gauld, Philip C. Hill, and Pauline Barnett. "Redesigning a Ministry of Health's organizational structure: exploring implementation challenges through Botswana's experiences." International Journal of Health Planning and Management 31, no. 2 (2014): 191–207. http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/hpm.2275.

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Luyirika, E., and F. Kiyange. "A Regional Palliative Care Entity Working With a Host Government to Facilitate Exchange Visits From Across Africa to Improve Access to Controlled Medicines for Cancer Patients." Journal of Global Oncology 4, Supplement 2 (2018): 164s. http://dx.doi.org/10.1200/jgo.18.17300.

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Background and context: The African Palliative Care Association (APCA) is a pan-African palliative care organization hosted in Uganda but supporting initiatives to integrate palliative care into national health systems across Africa. Uganda hosts one of the oldest cancer units in Africa and also reconstitutes its own oral liquid morphine to reduce barriers and cost of access to pain control for patients. Aim: The aim of this effort is to expose government officials and other NGOs from other African countries to best practices in oral morphine manufacture, distribution and access to controlled

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Shah, Sidrah, Barati Monare, Sandra Urusaro, et al. "Usability and Effectiveness of a Smartphone Application for Tracking Oncology Patients in Gaborone, Botswana." Journal of Global Oncology 5, Supplement_1 (2019): 11. http://dx.doi.org/10.1200/jgo.19.20000.

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PURPOSE Most cancer diagnoses are expected to be in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) by 2025, and 65% of cancer deaths occur in LMICs. Treatment adherence and patient monitoring are essential to cancer care but are often not possible in LMICs. OP Care, a smartphone application developed to fill this gap, stores medical records virtually and texts appointment reminders to patients. This study assessed its usability and effectiveness. METHODS OP Care was piloted at Princess Marina Hospital in Gaborone, Botswana. The study was a cross-sectional study using surveys. All providers using the

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Mussá, Merana, Irénio Gaspar, Luisa Namburete, et al. "Protocol for active safety monitoring of a cohort of patients using a dolutegravir-based antiretroviral regimen in Mozambique." BMJ Open 11, no. 9 (2021): e050671. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2021-050671.

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IntroductionDolutegravir-based antiretroviral therapy (ART) is increasingly being used as the preferred first-line regimen for the treatment of HIV in low-income and middle-income countries. The National Program for the Control of STI/HIV/AIDS in Mozambique has planned a phased introduction of the tenofovir/lamivudine/dolutegravir (TLD) regimen. In 2019, concerns about a potential safety signal identified with dolutegravir identified in the results of the Tsepamo study, conducted in Botswana, led the National Directorate of Pharmacy and the National Program for the Control of STI/HIV/AIDS to e

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Tepa Nkoane, Tapologo. "UTILISING THE MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICAL STAFFS EXPERIENCES AND PERCEPTIONS TO ASSESS PERFORMANCE OF BOTSWANAS PUBLIC MEDICAL LABORATORIES-A CASE STUDY." International Journal of Advanced Research 13, no. 05 (2025): 177–89. https://doi.org/10.21474/ijar01/20890.

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Background Accurate and reliable clinical laboratory testing is a critical component of a public health approach to disease management in sub-Saharan Africa. Lack of documented causes of suboptimal public medical laboratories hinders the design of impactful interventions for a sustained high performing medical laboratory system. Medical laboratory personnel are instrumental in identifying causes of poor performance of medical laboratories for evidence-based interventions. Objectives The aim of the study was to utilise Botswana government employed medical laboratory personnelÃƒÂ¢Ã‚Â€Ã‚Â™s exper

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Nobile, Marianna, Tlotlo Ralefala, Kennedy Lishimpi, and Justice Mudavanhu. "Abstract 74: Supporting African Countries in Developing Cancer Control Programmes: The Added Value of South-South Cooperation." Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention 32, no. 6_Supplement (2023): 74. http://dx.doi.org/10.1158/1538-7755.asgcr23-abstract-74.

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Abstract Purpose: Advisory support to develop National Cancer Control Programmes (NCCP) is one of the services offered to Ministries of Health by the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) Programme of Action for Cancer Therapy (PACT), the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) within the framework of the WHO-IAEA Joint Programme on Cancer Control. The aim is to assist Member States in developing evidence-based, prioritized, country-specific strategic documents and to strengthen regional coordination to tackle the raising burden of cance

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Makwinja, Veronica Margaret. "Rethinking Education In Botswana: A Need To Overhaul The Botswana Education System." Journal of International Education Research (JIER) 13, no. 2 (2017): 45–58. http://dx.doi.org/10.19030/jier.v13i2.10075.

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Botswana through its two educational reform philosophies of 1977 and 1994 envisioned a developing education system that is on par with international standards. According to Tabulawa (2009), the education system was developed to produce critical thinkers, problem solvers, and innovative learners. The system was designed to provide opportunities for all students by providing access to all, improve the standards of education, emancipate Batswana from illiteracy, and develop their capabilities to create a social transformation in their lives. Education was to be a vehicle for continuous positive c

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Madzikigwa, Bizzar B. "Nature and Effects of Low-Volume Roads in Botswana." Transportation Research Record: Journal of the Transportation Research Board 1819, no. 1 (2003): 88–95. http://dx.doi.org/10.3141/1819a-14.

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The road sector in Botswana continues to develop its road network throughout the country at a tremendous rate. When Botswana gained independence in 1966, it had only 10 km (16 mi) of bitumen road. By 1992 the total length of bituminous surfaced road reached 3500 km (2,175 mi) out of a total road network of 18 000 km (11,285 mi). These statistics clearly show that the majority of roads are not yet surfaced; these are low-volume roads that provide access to the rural areas where most of the country’s population is found, though in low density. In spite of the rapid improvement in the quality of

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Sidandi, Paul, Philip Opondo, and Sebonetse Tidimane. "Mental health in Botswana." International Psychiatry 8, no. 3 (2011): 66–68. http://dx.doi.org/10.1192/s1749367600002605.

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Botswana is a landlocked country located in southern Africa. More than two-thirds of it (70%) is covered by the Kalahari Desert, known locally as the Kgalagadi. The majority (82%) of the nearly 2 million population live in the eastern part, along the railway line from Lobatse in the south-east to Francistown in the north-east, and the rest in the central part, including the Okavango River delta.

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Nkomazana, Fidelis, and Doreen Senzokuhle Setume. "The Role of Women in the Church in Botswana." International Review of Mission 112, no. 2 (2023): 326–36. http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/irom.12481.

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AbstractThis article explores the role and contribution of women in the church with a specific focus on Reverend Boiketlo T. Ngwako of the Revelation Blessed Peace Church in Botswana (RBPC). The paper examines the contribution and experiences of Reverend Ngwako in a male‐dominated church in Botswana. Data was collected through personal observations and by attending church services, listening to the testimonies, preaching, singing, and prayers of members of the RBPC as led by Reverend Ngwako. Reverend Ngwako, the key participant, was interviewed to understand her role and contribution in the li

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Osupile, Kakale, and Ushe Makambe. "The nexus between organisational culture and knowledge sharing in a government department in Botswana." International Journal of Public Sector Management 34, no. 2 (2021): 118–36. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/ijpsm-06-2020-0149.

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PurposeDue to its complex nature and influence, an inappropriate organisational culture can be a strong impediment to effective knowledge sharing in an organisation, yet a suitable culture enhances organisational effectiveness. The aim of this study was to elucidate the role of organisational culture in facilitating knowledge sharing in a selected government ministry in Botswana. The role of people, collaboration, trust and rewards was explored to explicate their influence on knowledge sharing.Design/methodology/approachA descriptive survey design was adopted in which a questionnaire was admin

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Moswela, Bernard, and Keonyatse Kgosidialwa. "Leadership and school success: Barriers to leadership in Botswana primary and secondary schools." Educational Management Administration & Leadership 47, no. 3 (2017): 443–56. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/1741143217739355.

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This paper explored two issues as follows: the influence school leaders have on school performances and factors that hinder school leaders’ efforts to achieve school success in Botswana secondary and primary schools. The subjects of the study were 199 teachers and 21 members of the senior management team in primary and secondary schools in Botswana. The participants were to analyse, through semi-structured interviews and a closed-ended questionnaire, the leadership patterns of their leaders and the barriers to effective leadership in schools. The findings revealed that, generally, leaders in B

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Ncaagae, Katlego. "eDiscovery readiness at the Ministry of Transport and Communications in Botswana." Journal of the South African Society of Archivists 53 (December 16, 2020): 35–53. http://dx.doi.org/10.4314/jsasa.v53i1.3.

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This article presents the findings of the study which sought to assess e-discovery readiness at the Ministry of Transport and Communications (MTC) in Botswana and make recommendations to improve the e-discovery process. The assessment adopted the Document Labs’ (Doculabs) Discovery Maturity Curve to examine: the e-discovery process; policies, procedures, and guidelines of e-discovery; and information organisation. Both qualitative and quantitative data collection tools were used. Semi-structured interviews with the records manager and IT manager were carried out to gain an insight into the sta

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Nikitaeva, Anastasia Y., Olga A. Chernova, and Lesego Molapisi. "Smart territories as a driver for the transition to sustainable regional development and green economy." R-Economy 8, no. 2 (2022): 120–34. http://dx.doi.org/10.15826/recon.2022.8.2.010.

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Relevance. Even though there is a general agreement regarding the importance of the transition to a green economy, this process still has a long way to go, which makes the research on the role of smart territories particularly relevant. Research objective. The study aims to describe the opportunities and areas of digital transformation of territories with a focus on the transition to a green economy. Data and methods. The research methods include content analysis, case study, mapping, and matrix analysis. The data sources were scientific articles presented in the Scopus database, materials fro

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Maphisa, J. Maphisa. "Mental health legislation in Botswana." BJPsych International 16, no. 03 (2018): 68–70. http://dx.doi.org/10.1192/bji.2018.24.

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The Mental Disorders Act of 1969 is the primary legislation relating to mental health in Botswana. Despite the country not being a signatory to the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, its Act has a self-rated score of four out of five on compliance to human rights covenants. However, it can be argued that the Act does not adequately espouse a human rights- and patient-centred approach to legislation. It is hoped that ongoing efforts to revise the Act will address the limitations discussed in this article.

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Tlou, Sheila Dinotshe. "Health status of Botswana women." Women's Studies International Forum 12, no. 2 (1989): 167–74. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/0277-5395(89)90020-4.

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Mosweu, Olefhile, Kelvin Bwalya, and Athulang Mutshewa. "Examining factors affecting the adoption and usage of document workflow management system (DWMS) using the UTAUT model." Records Management Journal 26, no. 1 (2016): 38–67. http://dx.doi.org/10.1108/rmj-03-2015-0012.

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Purpose – Public sector organisations in the developing world contexts have hugely invested in procuring information management systems such as the electronic document and records management system (EDRMS). The procurement and implementation of these systems come at a huge cost to taxpayers. Unfortunately, most of these systems remain white elephants due to reluctance by the anticipated users to adopt and use them in their information management endeavours. This study aims to understand Action Officers’ perceptions of, adoption and/or usage of the document workflow management system (DWMS) at

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Stern, Phyllis Noerager. "Going to Botswana." Health Care for Women International 15, no. 4 (1994): 5–6. http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/07399339409516118.

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Kumaresan, J. A., P. Khulumani, and E. T. Maganu. "Leprosy in Botswana." Tropical Doctor 23, no. 2 (1993): 85–86. http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/004947559302300216.

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Ntwaagae, Charles. "Commentary: An African Perspective Services Negotiations." Global Economy Journal 5, no. 4 (2005): 1850062. http://dx.doi.org/10.2202/1524-5861.1149.

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A commentary on J. Robert Vastine's article "Services Negotiations in the Doha Round: Promise and Reality." Charles T. Ntwaagae is Ambassador-Permanent Representative to the UN and WTO in Geneva. He has served in the Botswana Public Service over the past 28 years, during which he held several senior policy level positions. These include Executive Director of the National Environment Secretariat, Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Local Government, Housing and Environment, and Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. As Ambassador-P

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Mashungwa, G. N. "Grain legume production and their potential for sustainable agriculture in Botswana between 2008 and 2015: a review." Botswana Journal of Agriculture and Applied Sciences 13, no. 1 (2019): 80–90. http://dx.doi.org/10.37106/bojaas.2019.11.

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Pulse crops are an integral component of arable agriculture in Botswana, particularly in subsistence farming. The benefits of these crops include provision of nutrition for both human beings and livestock, as well as environmental sustainability needs. Although they have a far reaching socio-economic impact, these benefits have not been adequately characterized for inclusion in endeavors of conservation agriculture in the country. Furthermore, data on pulses are often lumped together without identifying important pulse crops grown in Botswana. The objective of this paper was to review producti

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Ssegawa, Joseph. "Developing a strategic perspective for construction industry of Botswana." Construction Economics and Building 13, no. 3 (2013): 157–72. http://dx.doi.org/10.5130/ajceb.v13i3.3378.

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The paper discusses the outcome of a study conducted to formulate the strategic perspective of the construction industry in Botswana. The study was sanctioned by the two influential entities namely the Ministry of Infrastructure and BOCCIM Construction Sector. The two entities not only represent the demand and supply side of the construction industry but also represent key professions, trades and interests of the industry. A focus group approach was used based on workshops to formulate the strategic perspective. Workshop participants were drawn from various organisations that play a role in th

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Ben-Tovim, David I. "Therapy Managing in Botswana." Australian & New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry 19, no. 1 (1985): 88–91. http://dx.doi.org/10.3109/00048678509158819.

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Varied and apparently ideologically incompatible systems of health care are available in many developing countries. Patients move freely between them, receiving care serially or simultaneously from different types of healers. Therapy managing is an anthropological term used to describe how choice of health care is made by an informal group that forms around the patient. The author's experiences while running a community-based psychiatric treatment program in Botswana are discussed in terms of his interaction with patients' managing groups.

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