• The impact of commodified non-timber forest products on the livelihoods of San in northern Namibia 

  Nakanyete, Ndapewa F; Matengu, Kenneth K; Diez, Javier R (Taylor and Francis, 2023)

  In Namibia, the commercialisation of non-timber forest products (NTFPs) is often promoted as a means to improve rural livelihoods, especially for vulnerable communities. This paper analysed how NTFP value chains are ...
• Translocal livelihoods in southern Africa: A case study from north-central Namibia 

  Erkkila, Antti (Journal of Namibian Studies, 2022)

  Translocal livelihoods and circular migration characterise the interdependence of rural and urban areas in southern Africa. This study analyses demographic, socio-economic and environmental dimensions of ...
• Comparative study on oyster mushroom grown on composited substrate:The effect on yield, growing period and fruiting body size 

  Shivute, Fimanekeni (Journal of Advances in Biotechnology, 2022)

  Cultivation of the oyster mushroom on horse manure and wheat straw compost without nutrient supplementation was investigated. The growing, yield and fruiting body size effects on open trays and substrate ...
• Eviction of families from Nkarapamwe black township houses in Rundu, north-east Namibia, 1970 

  Likuwa, Kletus (Otjivanda Presse.Bochum, 2022)

  An interest in a history of colonial eviction of families from Nkarapamwe Black Township houses of Rundu in north-east Namibia, along the Kavango River boundary with Angola in 1970, was inspired by the need to contribute ...
• Community perspectives of empowerment from trophy hunting tourism in Namibia’s Bwabwata National Park 

  Thomsen, Jennifer Marie (Routledge, 2022)

  Trophy hunting (TH) tourism plays an important and often controversial role in wildlife conservation and community livelihood in many African countries. Despite its potential social and economic benefits, TH can have a ...
• Learning from the past in moving to the future: Invest in communication and response to weather early warnings to reduce death and damage 

  De Perez, Erin Coughlan (Elsevier, 2022)

  As climate change increases the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, governments and civil society organizations are making large investments in early warning systems (EWS) with the aim to avoid death and ...
• Digital innovations for transitioning to circular plastic value chains in Africa 

  Oyinlola, Muyiwa (Routledge, 2022)

  The paper analyzes the current state of plastic value chains in Africa and the potential of digital innovations adopted by African entrepreneurs to contributing to a circular plastic economy. We provide an overview of ...
• Prospects of rhizobial inoculant technology on Bambara groundnut crop production and growth 

  Fwanyanga, Felicitas (Frontiers, 2022)

  After peanuts and cowpeas (Vigna unguiculata), the Bambara groundnut (Vigna subterranea (L.) Verdc) is the third most significant food legume in Africa. It is characteristically grown in marginal soils, is drought tolerant, ...
• Changing public policy on expenditure in Namibia after independence and its impact on healthcare and education 

  Shafuda, Christopher Pomwene; De, Utpal Kumar (International Journal of Public Policy, 2021)

  In this paper, we examined whether changes in fiscal measures through increasing government expenditure on education and healthcare services adopted after independence has made significant impact on the welfare of the ...
• Phase 3 evaluation of an innovative simple molecular test for the diagnosis of malaria in different endemic and health settings in sub Saharan Africa (DIAGMAL) 

  Kiemde, Francois (PLOS ONE, 2022)

  Rapid Diagnostic Tests (RDTs) have become the cornerstone for the management of malaria in many endemic settings, but their use is constrained for several reasons: (i) persistent malaria antigen (histidine-rich protein ...
• The in-vivo dynamics of Plasmodium falciparum HRP2: Implications for the use of rapid diagnostic tests in malaria elimination 

  Marquart, Louise (BMC, 2022)

  Abstract Background: Rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) that rely on the detection of Plasmodium falciparum histidine-rich protein 2 (PfHRP2) have become key tools for diagnosing P. falciparum infection. The utility of RDTs ...
• The Namibian bioeconomy: Transformation to a sustainable society? 

  Hauser, Anne Heeren; Cheikhyoussef, Ahmad;  Chimwamurombe, Percy M. (Springer, 2020)

  Worldwide, bioeconomy is promoted as an ‘engine for sustainable development’. However, increasingly, the notion that ‘the bioeconomy’ will facilitate sustainable development per se is challenged. Based on the assumption ...
• Plasma concentration and eGFR in preterm and term neonates receiving gentamicin or successive amikacin therapy 

  Singu, Bonifasius S.; Ndeunyema, Milka N.; Ette, Ene I.; Pieper, Clarissa H.; Verbeeck, Roger K. (BMC Pediatrics, 2023)

  Background: Gentamicin and amikacin are aminoglycoside antibiotics which are renally excreted and known to be nephrotoxic. Estimate of glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) per body surface area is lower in neonates than in ...
• The social information needs of people with albinism: A case study of Khomas region, Namibia. 

  Ngula, Anna (Sage, 2022)

  This paper focuses on the social information needs of people with albinism (PWA) in Khomas region, Namibia, and the sources of information used PWA to meet their information needs. The study applies Moore’s model of social ...
• The impact of information and communication technology on the profitability of small and medium enterprises 

  Maseke, Bernardus F.; Melkisedek, Lusia N. (2021)

  For the past decades, literature has shown that Information and Communication Technology (ICT) play an important role on the wellbeing of small and medium enterprises. Small medium enterprises acquire a satisfactory amount ...
• The effectiveness of private-public partnerships in land delivery for low-Income housing development for the City of Windhoek Namibia 

  Maseke, Bernardus F.; Liseli, Esther K. (2022)

  This study sought to assess the effectiveness of the City of Windhoek Public Private Partnership model for land delivery and low-income housing initiatives. To gain in-depth knowledge and understanding of the topic, the ...
• Risk management impact on non-performing loans and profitability in the Namibian banking sector 

  Maseke, Bernardus F.; Swartz, Eswual M. (2021)

  The Banking sector has a pivotal role in the development of an economy. It is the key driver of economic growth of the country. Various literature revealed that non-performing loans were one of the causes of the financial ...
• Quality improvement training framework adoption at Katutura hospital in Windhoek Namibia 

  Maseke, Bernardus F. (2021)

  In Namibia, most health care facilities have not been yielding good results in response to patients’ health care needs. Health care systems are becoming more complex with paradoxical challenges resulting into inefficiencies ...
• Factors influencing clients in choosing insurance companies 

  Maseke, Bernardus F.; Iipinge, Dietilde N. (2021)

  The paper was conducted to analyze different factors influencing clients’ choice of insurance companies. Insurance is essential for peace of mind, however, clients should be cautious when choosing insurers to avoid future ...
• Exploring the adoption of social media marketing among Namibia Stock Exchange listed companies 

  Unengu, Viola K.; Colombo, Elisdanio M.; Maseke, Bernardus F. (2022)

  This study focused on examining and understanding the factors that influence the adoption of social media marketing among Namibia Stock Exchanged Listed Companies. The paper undertook an exploratory research design and a ...
• Effectiveness of performance management system on employee performance 

  Maseke, Bernardus F.; Unengu, Viola K.; Haufiku, Tuukondjelanee (2022)

  The study objectives were, to identify the effectiveness of PMS on employee performances, secondly, to establish whether employees and managers understand the objectives/aims for PMS. Furthermore, to analyses if challenges ...
• Customer satisfaction level among online banking customers of First National Bank Namibia (FNB) 

  Unengu, Viola K.; Maseke, Bernardus; De Menezes, Joaquim P. (2022)

  Technological advancements have led to conception of new services for the benefit of customer, with online banking being one of such services. The online banking services have been introduced by banks to assist the customers ...
• Analysing the effects of debt financing on fiscal sustainability of the City of Windhoek 

  Hays, Algiva (University of Namibia, 2022)

  Municipalities' capacity to stay financially viable will determine their long term viability. Well-managed municipalities provide evident positive outcomes that are critical to guaranteeing the continued provision and ...
• Investigating the determinants of sovereign bond yield spread in Namibia 

  Sindongo, Valentinus M. (University of Namibia, 2021)

  The study investigates the determinants of sovereign bond yield spread in Namibia for the period 2011 to 2019. Secondary quarterly time series data for the period 2011-2019 was used to investigate the determinants of ...
• Chapter 4 - Clove (Syzygium aromaticum) polysaccharides 

  Cheikhyoussef, Ahmad (Elsevier, 2022)

  Clove (Syzygium aromaticum (L.) Merr. & Perry) is an essential herb with well-documented health benefits. Carbohydrates were detected in the ethanolic bud extract of S. aromaticum. Two antithrombotic polysaccharides were ...
• Access and use of electronic resources by students at the selected campuses of the University of Namibia 

  Shigwedha, Johannes N. (University of Namibia, 2020)

  Academic libraries are now using electronic resources to fulfil the information needs of their clients. The study was carried out at the University of Namibia and was aimed at investigating access and use of electronic ...
• An exploration of social protection financing aid as an instrument for poverty alleviation among the elderly and people with disabilities in Namibia. 

  Shawapala, Tuliky (University of Namibia, 2021)

  At present, the Government of Namibia, through the MGPESW, provides a universal OAP of N$ 1 300.00 monthly income to all Namibian citizens and permanent residents over the age of 60 and the disabled, a double fold increase ...
• Analysing the determinants of retirement planning behaviour of workers in the Ministry of Home Affairs and Immigration 

  Kanime, Magano M. (University of Namibia, 2021)

  There is a consensus that while retirement is a worthwhile phase in one’s life, a successful and happy retirement requires planning with continual evaluation. Retirement planning is a systematic way of setting aside resources ...
• Investigating factors affecting strategic plan implementation at the Namibian Correctional Services 

  Mwanyekange, Laina T.E. (University of Namibia, 2021)

  Most corporations face challenges in strategic plan implementation. Despite the existence of excellent strategic plans at Namibian Correctional Services, the successful implementation of these set plan remains a challenge ...
• Investigating the impact of organisational culture on employee productivity at the Namibian Ports Authority 

  Anghuwo, Peke-Ndawanapo (University of Namibia, 2021)

  The primary objective of this study is to investigate the impact of organisational culture on employee productivity in Namport. The study was primarily anchored on the Denison Model. The hypothesised relationship between ...

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