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Interethnic relations and language variation: language use and identity negotiation among Namibian Coloureds and Whites in interactional settings

Stellenbosch Papers in Linguistics, 2012
In this paper we present a case study of interethnic relations through language variation involving two population groups supposedly belonging to one single speech community, namely the White and Coloured Afrikaans speakers of Namibia.
Stell, Gerald
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Constraints and coping strategies of urban agriculture households in Namibia's informal settlements during COVID‐19

Urban Agriculture & Regional Food Systems
The global outbreak of the unprecedented COVID‐19 pandemic has posed numerous challenges in the agro‐food systems worldwide urging the need to build resilient food systems for food security.
J. Muzanima, M. N. T. Shipandeni, C. Togarepi, S. Shivolo‐Useb, C. N. Jona, N. P. Petrus   +5 more
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Epidemiology of measles infection in Namibia, 2020-2024

Journal of Interventional Epidemiology and Public Health
Introduction: Despite efforts towards measles elimination, Namibia continues to report outbreaks and cases of measles. The World Health Organization estimates that 9.6 million measles cases and 128,000 deaths were reported worldwide in 2019, 50% of which
Monika Densi, Ndeshihafela Sakaria, Diana Ewaga, Secilia Nghidishange, Silas Nghishihange, Shalo Nelly Ntusi   +5 more
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PUSH AND PULL FACTORS AFFECTING DOMESTIC TOURISM IN THE ERONGO REGION, NAMIBIA [PDF]

Geo Journal of Tourism and Geosites
Despite being a well-established economic activity in numerous countries in the world, domestic tourism has received relatively little academic exploration, particularly in Namibia. While this study acknowledges the significance of work already done in
Ebson NGONDO, Uwe P. HERMANN, Dewald H. VENTER   +2 more
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Identification of Fungi Associated with Processed-Food Contamination at Open Markets of Windhoek, Namibia

Journal of Pure and Applied Microbiology, 2018
With the ever-increasing pace of urban life, many people now rely a lot on processed foods. Some of these processed foods are prepared hygienically and yet some are prepared in homestead and brought to the open market, without having gone through any ...
Bianca Nawases, Jean-Damascene Uzabakiriho, Percy Chimwamurombe   +2 more
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The influence of mother tongue and gender on the acquisition of English (L2). The case of Afrikaans in Windhoek schools, Namibia

Cogent Education, 2016
This study investigated the effect of mother tongue instruction and gender on second language acquisition using a causal-comparative quantitative research design.
Jacolynn van Wyk, Maria Louise Mostert
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Modifiable factors within the prevention of mother-to-child transmission programme associated with failure to prevent HIV transmission in the Onandjokwe district of Namibia

South African Family Practice, 2019
Background: Ending new paediatric HIV infections continues to be a global health priority. Cuba and other countries have demonstrated that elimination of mother-to-child transmission is possible through Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT ...
Flavia Strato Shayo, Bob Mash
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Assessment of Microbiological Properties, Mycotoxins, and Heavy Metals in Underprized Raw Kalahari Truffles Sold in Namibia

Journal of Food Quality and Hazards Control, 2022
Background: Kalahari truffle (Kalaharituber pfeilii) is found in the Kalahari desert and nearby regions (Africa). This study assessed the microbiological quality and safety, mycotoxins, and heavy metals contents of raw Kalahari truffle sold in Namibia ...
T.A. Hainghumbi, W. Embashu, K.K.M. Nantanga, N.P. Kadhila, L. Iipumbu   +4 more
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Exploring work engagement of public sector employees during the COVID-19 pandemic, Namibia

SA Journal of Human Resource Management
Orientation: In Namibia, the public sector employs a majority of employees which contributes to significant economic growth and development of the country.
Selma N. Ingo, Wesley R. Pieters
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Knowledge regarding HIV/AIDS among home-based caregivers in Namibia

Journal of Public Health in Africa, 2011
Lack of practical knowledge among home-based caregivers on human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS), anti-retroviral therapy (ART) and poor individual adherence to treatment are among the root causes of ineffective ART ...
Hileni Niikondo, Muhammad E. Hoque, Busi Ntuli-Ngcobo   +2 more
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