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The impact of COVID‐19 on public perceptions of wild meat in Central Africa

People and Nature, EarlyView.
Abstract Wild meat is a significant source of food and income generation in Central Africa. However, there is little knowledge of how the assumed link between COVID‐19 and wild meat consumption has been discussed by the media and received by the public. In this study, we conducted media content analysis of 264 articles published in 2019–2020 related to
Yuhan Li, Lude Kinzonzi, Paul Loundou, Divin Malekani, Krossy Mavakala, Christian Mikolo Yobo, Katharine Abernethy, Matilda Eve Dunn, Donald Midoko Iponga, Robert Mwinyihali, Joss Wright, Eleanor Jane Milner‐Gulland, Lauren Coad, Juliet H. Wright, Daniel W. S. Challender   +14 more
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Phytochemistry and in vitro Anti-sickling activity of Senna Occidentalis L. (Fabaceae)

Orapuh Journal
Introduction Sickle cell disease is an inherited genetic disorder characterized by the presence of abnormal hemoglobin, leading to the deformation of red blood cells and serious complications.
Damien K. Ndjoko, Clement LIYONGO, Koto-Te-Nyiwa Ngbolua, Dorothée D. Tshilanda, Benjamin Z. Gbolo, Damien S. T. Tshibangu, Hity Schie N. Mutambel, Jean L-N. Luamba, Pius T. Mpiana   +8 more
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Short communication: a cluster of Marburg virus disease involving an infant.

, 2002
A noteworthy cluster of six cases of Marburg haemorrhagic fever (MHF) was identified in the Democratic Republic of Congo. One of the cases is the first infant Marburg fever patient ever documented. Three of six cases presented surprisingly mild symptoms.
Borchert, M., Muyembe-Tamfum, Jean Jacques, Van der Stuyft, P., Colebunders, Robert, Libande, M., Sabue, M., Van Der Stuyft, Patrick, Muyembe-Tamfum, J. J., Libande, Modeste, Sabue, Mulangu, Borchert, Matthias, Colebunders, R., Muyembe-Tamfum, Jean-Jacques   +12 more
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Patterns of wild meat and other protein consumption in the periphery of Salonga National Park, Democratic Republic of the Congo

People and Nature, EarlyView.
Abstract In Central Africa, human activities are severely impacting terrestrial and aquatic wildlife, threatening the food security of millions of people. Accordingly, sustainable use of wildlife is crucial for the nutrition and livelihoods of many rural communities in the region.
Zolo Admettons, Mattia Bessone, Josué Ausse Baraka, Josué Engombe Botomia, Espérance Miezi, Bénédicte Nsilu, Jonathan Nkamisha Mukole, Michel Opelele Omeno, Jean Semeki Ngabinzeke, Barbara Fruth   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Democratic Republic of the Congo

IMF Staff Country Reports
Abstract This chapter highlights the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) which borders nine African countries. The DRC is a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), although as a a least-developed country, it needs not apply all provisions of the WTO Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights.
Marius Schneider, Nora Ho Tu Nam
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Ethnobotanical survey on plants reputed as aphrodisiacs in Lubumbashi and its surroundings

Orapuh Journal
Introduction Despite the scarcity of studies on plant-based aphrodisiacs in this region, this research aims to address the gap by documenting local knowledge.
Justin KANDA KABEYA, Eddy ILUNGA MBUYU, Lambert MALANGU MUAMBA, François OTETE DIKALA, Daniel EBALANTSHIM MUNAKONGO, James MWINENSENGE MALOBA , Serge KALONJI MBUYI , Marsi KITAMBALA MBAYO , Albert BUJITU KANANGILA, Emery MUTOMBO KALONDA , Jean-Baptiste SIMBI LUMBU   +10 more
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The role of community‐level institutions in smallholder land restoration

People and Nature, EarlyView.
Abstract This review focuses on the role of community‐level institutions in the adoption of land restoration practices by smallholder farmers. Based on a systematic review of 72 peer‐reviewed articles from 33 low‐ and middle‐income countries, the review synthesizes recent empirical evidence on the various roles these institutions play in supporting ...
Daniel Wiegant, Soumya Balasubramanya
wiley   +1 more source

Evaluation of mineral content of plants used in the management of sickle cell disease

Orapuh Journal
Introduction Sickle cell disease is a hereditary condition primarily identified in tropical areas. It is marked by significant anemia, vaso-occlusive seizures, and a heightened vulnerability to both viral and bacterial infections.
Jules M. Kitadi, Clément Liyongo Inkoto, Joseph Kwilu, Emmanuel M. Lengbiye, Damien S. T. Tshibangu, Dorothée D. Tshilanda, Jean-Paul Koto-Te-Nyiwa Ngbolua, Blaise M. Mbala, Brigitte Schmitz, Pius Tshimankinda Mpiana   +9 more
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High Prevalence of Transfusion-Transmissible Infections among Volunteer Blood Donors in Rural Area of Eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (D.R.C)

, 2018
International audienceBackground: Transfusion safety investigations in sub-Saharan Africa are sparse, often limited to local initiatives. The provision of transfusion products must comply with the rules of good transfusion practice.
Visavingi, Sylvie, Bunduki, Gabriel Kambale, Ilumbulumbu, Michel Kalongo, Sikakulya, Franck Katembo, Mitamo, Alexandre Amini, Ketha, Joel Kambale, Kitamwivirirwa, Tecla Katungu, Tshimanga, Vianney Kambere, Valimungighe, Moise Muhindo   +8 more
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Capsicum chinense as an African traditional vegetable: Culture, resilience, and opportunity

PLANTS, PEOPLE, PLANET, EarlyView.
Capsicum chinense is central to everyday diets, cultural identity, and smallholder livelihoods across Sub‐Saharan Africa, yet remains overlooked in agricultural research and policy. This paper reframes C. chinense as a traditional, climate‐resilient vegetable shaped by centuries of farmer stewardship and cultural selection.
Derek W. Barchenger, Herbaud P. F. Zohoungbogobo   +1 more
wiley   +1 more source