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Macroeconomic and agricultural reforms in Zimbabwe [PDF]

Using a CGE (computable general equilibrium) model for Zimbabwe with 1991 as base period, this paper examines quantitatively the income and equity effects of macroeconomic reform measures in isolation and in conjunction with potentially complementary ...
Thomas, Marcelle, Bautista, Romeo M.
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Motivations and incentives for mechanization in Zambia: a mixed-methods analysis

Cogent Social Sciences
Smallholder farmers in Zambia face low agricultural productivity, and while tractor mechanization offers a solution, adoption rates remain low. The contextual factors driving this low uptake, including farmers’ preferences for different ownership and ...
Kelvin Mulungu, Lushomo Molly Ngoma, Rumbidzai Mhembere, Mark Manyanga, Esau Simutowe, Christian Lutz Thierfelder, Md. Abdul Matin, Hambulo Ngoma   +7 more
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POSTCOLONIAL IRELAND AND ZIMBABWE: STAGNATION BEFORE CONVERGENCE [PDF]

This paper discusses the slow and hesitant integration of two post-colonial economies into the global economy. One is Ireland, whose independence began in 1921, but which only found its place securely at the productive frontier by the 1990s, with many ...
Frank Barry, Patrick Honohan and Tara McIndoe, Trinity College Dublin
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Availability, acceptability and adoption of decision aids for HIV prevention and contraception for young people: a scoping review protocol

BMJ Open
Introduction Young people face challenges in accessing information on HIV and sexual and reproductive health services, with corresponding suboptimal uptake. Decision aids can provide information and decisional support to improve young people’s engagement
Collin Mangenah, Euphemia Sibanda, Itai Kabonga, Oppah Kuguyo, Lindiwe Mancitshana, Kudzai Chidhanguro, Sharon Munhenzva, Fadzai Masiyambiri, Nancy Ruhode   +8 more
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Evaluation of the adverse events following immunizations surveillance system in Harare City, Zimbabwe, 2016: a descriptive cross sectional study

The Pan African Medical Journal, 2017
INTRODUCTION: Vaccines safety are monitored by looking for Adverse Events Following Immunizations (AEFIs). A review of the 2014 Harare City consolidated monthly return form (T5) revealed that 28 AEFIs were seen in 2014.
Sithole Zvanaka, Juru Tsitsi, Prosper Chonzi, Gerald Shambira, Notion Tafara Gombe, Mufuta Tshimanga   +5 more
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An evaluation of psychometric properties and utility of the Hope Index (HI): a systematic review and meta-analysis protocol

Systematic Reviews
Background The number of positive psychological interventions, including hope interventions to foster well-being and decrease the huge burden of mental conditions, has exponentially increased.
Jermaine M. Dambi, Beatrice K. Shava, Thandiwe Mashunye, Lloyd Dzapasi, Mutsa Mazarura, Dixon Chibanda   +5 more
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Does trade liberalization enhance income growth and equity in Zimbabwe?: the role of complimentary policies [PDF]

Using an agriculture-focused CGE model for Zimbabwe with 1991 as base period, this paper examines quantitatively the income and equity effects of trade liberalization in isolation and in conjunction with potentially complementary changes in fiscal and ...
Thomas, Marcelle, Lofgren, Hans, Bautista, Romeo M.   +2 more
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FARMER'S PROFITABILITY OF POTATO CULTIVATION AT RANGPUR DISTRICT: THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC CONTEXT OF BANGLADESH [PDF]

Russian Journal of Agricultural and Socio-Economic Sciences, 2013
Bangladesh is predominantly an agricultural country. Agriculture is the indispensable culture of Bangladesh. Agriculture has a enceinte contribution to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the country.
Abu Zafar Ahmed Mukul, Shah Johir Rayhan, Masudul Hassan   +2 more
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Evaluation of the notifiable diseases surveillance system in Sanyati district, Zimbabwe, 2010-2011

The Pan African Medical Journal, 2014
INTRODUCTION: the Notifiable disease surveillance system (NDSS) was established in Zimbabwe through the Public Health Act. Between January and August 2011, 14 dog bites were treated at Kadoma Hospital.
Brian Abel Maponga, Daniel Chirundu, Gerald Shambira, Notion Tafara Gombe, Mufuta Tshimanga, Donewell Bangure   +5 more
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Evaluation of the Friendship Bench’ Circle Kubatana Tose (CKT): an add-on support group intervention – a mixed-methods pilot interventional cohort study protocol

BMJ Open
Introduction Mental disorders are endemic. However, the mental health treatment gap remains high, especially in low-resource settings. Task-shifting is a universally recommended strategy to mitigate the care gap.
Dixon Chibanda, Charmaine Chitiyo, Jermaine Dambi, Tariro Dee Tunduwani, Beatrice K Shava, Tapiwa Takaona, Thandiwe Mashunye, Lloyd Dzapasi   +7 more
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