Review
Immunology
Sally H. H. Mohamed, Tinashe K. K. Nyazika, Kenneth Ssebambulidde, Michail S. S. Lionakis, David B. B. Meya, Rebecca A. A. Drummond
Summary: Cryptococcal meningitis is the leading cause of central nervous system fungal infections in humans, especially in Africa due to high HIV burden and limited access to antifungal treatments. The immune response to Cryptococcus neoformans is not fully understood, but CD4(+) T-cells producing IFN-gamma play a crucial role in fungal clearance.
FRONTIERS IN IMMUNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agronomy
Kenneth J. Boote, Adegbola T. Adesogan, Mulubrhan Balehegn, Alan Duncan, James P. Muir, Jose C. B. Dubeux, Esteban F. Rios
Summary: Livestock systems are crucial for the sustainability and livelihood in sub-Saharan Africa, but face challenges such as low productivity and insufficient management practices. This special issue addresses key aspects of crop and livestock systems in SSA, aiming to provide insight for future development and implementation of efficient and sustainable integrated systems.
Article
Immunology
Newton Kalata, Jayne Ellis, Cecilia Kanyama, Charles Kuoanfank, Elvis Temfack, Sayoki Mfinanga, Sokoine Lesikari, Duncan Chanda, Shabir Lakhi, Tinashe Nyazika, Adrienne K. Chan, Joep J. van Oosterhout, Tao Chen, Mina C. Hosseinipour, Olivier Lortholary, Duolao Wang, Shabbar Jaffar, Angela Loyse, Robert S. Heyderman, Thomas S. Harrison, Sile F. Molloy
Summary: In patients with HIV-associated cryptococcal meningitis, there were no significant differences in 2-week and 10-week mortality rates between those who had received ART before and those who hadn't. Among ART-experienced patients, there were also no significant differences in mortality rates based on the duration of ART prior to presentation.
OPEN FORUM INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2021)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Sokoine Kivuyo, Josephine Birungi, Joseph Okebe, Duolao Wang, Kaushik Ramaiya, Samafilan Ainan, Faith Tumuhairwe, Simple Ouma, Ivan Namakoola, Anupam Garrib, Erik van Widenfelt, Gerald Mutungi, Gerard Abou Jaoude, Neha Batura, Joshua Musinguzi, Mina Nakawuka Ssali, Bernard Michael Etukoit, Kenneth Mugisha, Meshack Shimwela, Omary Said Ubuguyu, Abel Makubi, Caroline Jeffery, Stephen Watiti, Jolene Skordis, Luis Cuevas, Nelson K. Sewankambo, Geoff Gill, Anne Katahoire, Peter G. Smith, Max Bachmann, Jeffrey V. Lazarus, Sayoki Mfinanga, Moffat J. Nyirenda, Shabbar Jaffar
Summary: Integrated management of chronic conditions can improve care for patients with diabetes or hypertension without adversely affecting outcomes for HIV patients in sub-Saharan Africa.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Khululiwe Dlamini, Boitumelo Moetlhoa, Astrid Turner, Kuhlula Maluleke, Tivani Mashamba-Thompson
Summary: This article aims to map and translate evidence on cryptococcal antigen infection among HIV-infected individuals in sub-Saharan Africa, with the potential to guide future research and interventions to improve management in this population.
Review
Veterinary Sciences
Ndahambelela Eiki, Nthabiseng Amenda Sebola, Bellonah Motshene Sakong, Monnye Mabelebele
Summary: Livestock is crucial for the livelihood of sub-Saharan African countries' inhabitants, but the rampant animal diseases pose a severe threat to poor communities. Due to limited access to modern veterinary services, livestock producers rely on indigenous medicines for the treatment of animal ailments. The review highlights the importance of integrating and promoting the use of ethnoveterinary medicine to preserve traditional practices and address gaps in research.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2021)
Editorial Material
Soil Science
Qin Muhan
Summary: This study explores the development bottleneck of agriculture in Sub-Saharan Africa and suggests measures to develop agricultural resilience. Both technological and social measures are essential to improve land resilience, and policies addressing risk mitigation and inequality reduction are crucial. A development framework for agriculture resilience is elaborated, aiming to achieve a more productive, sustainable, stable, and equally beneficial agricultural system in Sub-Saharan African countries.
SOIL USE AND MANAGEMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Jose Antonio Pena-Ramos, Rafael Jose Lopez-Bedmar, Francisco Javier Sastre, Adrian Martinez-Martinez
Summary: This study analyzes the conflicts caused by the unequal distribution of freshwater in the Sub-Saharan Africa region and provides recommendations for non-conflictual use of water resources.
FRONTIERS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Getu Debalkie Demissie, Muluken Fekadie Zerihun, Daniale Tekelia Ekubagewargies, Yigizie Yeshaw, Tadeg Jemere, Bisrat Misganaw, Amare Tariku, Asmamaw Atnafu
Summary: The aim of this study was to determine the associated factors of safe child feces disposal among children under two years of age in Sub-Saharan Africa. The study found that factors such as urban residence, higher level of education, wealth index, improved water source, toilet ownership, and media exposure were associated with safe child feces disposal.
Article
Hospitality, Leisure, Sport & Tourism
Simplice A. Asongu, Mushfiqur Rahman, Joseph Nnanna
Summary: This study examines the impact of the rule of law and political stability on tourism development and economic development in sub-Saharan Africa. The results show that both the rule of law and political stability have positive effects on tourism receipts and expenditure, which in turn contribute to economic development. The findings have important policy implications.
CURRENT ISSUES IN TOURISM
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Harrison E. Mutikanga, Muzafalu Kayondo, Chad S. Akita
Summary: In the past two decades, there has been a significant increase in infrastructure development in Sub-Saharan Africa to meet the growing demand for public services. This has led to the influx of Chinese international contractors (CICs) in the region. However, there is limited research on the performance of CICs in Sub-Saharan Africa. This paper presents a case study on the performance of a CIC in a hydropower project in Uganda, which reveals poor performance in terms of schedule, change orders, quality, health and safety, and owner satisfaction.
JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT IN ENGINEERING
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Zineb Bentounsi, Sharaf Sheik-Ali, Grace Drury, Chris Lavy
Summary: The analysis of 52 articles from 2000 to 2019 revealed that district hospitals in sub-Saharan Africa play a significant role in providing emergency and elective surgeries, with most procedures done under general or spinal anesthesia, often delivered by non-physician clinicians. Surgical care providers vary depending on countries, including medical officers, specialist surgeons, and non-physician clinicians. Further research on safety, quality, and volume of surgical and anesthesia care in this setting is scarce and warranted.
Article
Development Studies
Florence Muheirwe, Wilbard Kombe, Jacob M. Kihila
Summary: Solid waste management is a global challenge due to inadequacies and implementation challenges of policies. The debate on the effectiveness of policies in waste management remains inconclusive. Global policies have not been effectively integrated into national policies, resulting in a paradox in policy outcomes at both global and national levels.
HABITAT INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Review
Environmental Sciences
Ellis Adjei Adams, Audrey Thill, Elias Danyi Kuusaana, Anna Mittag
Summary: Resource scarcity and climate change, along with ethnic, religious, and identity politics, have led to strained coexistence between farmers and herders in West and Central Africa. Farmer-herder clashes pose a significant threat to security and stability in the region. This review examines empirical studies on these conflicts from 2000 to 2021, focusing on the drivers, impacts, and strategies used to manage these conflicts. The literature shows that climate-induced factors, land tenure insecurity, resource competition, and intergroup conflicts are the main drivers of these conflicts. The strategies for conflict management range from aggressive to constructive tactics, including third-party intervention, litigation, and direct negotiations. Key actors involved in peacebuilding efforts include farmers and herders, community leaders, organizations, police, and courts.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Thomas P. Higginbottom, Roshan Adhikari, Ralitza Dimova, Sarah Redicker, Timothy Foster
Summary: The study reveals that only 16% of the proposed irrigated area is being delivered in 79 irrigation schemes across sub-Saharan Africa, with 25% delivering over 80% and 20% completely inactive. The findings are attributed to low economic viability, excessive optimism, and inadequate central bureaucratic systems in irrigation development.
NATURE SUSTAINABILITY
(2021)