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Antistaphylococcal effects of alcoholic extracts of Tetrapleura tetraptera (Schum and Thonn.) (Taub.) against multidrug methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus
The study highlights the potent antistaphylococcal properties of Tetrapleura tetraptera extracts against multidrug-resistant MRSA, validating its ethnomedicinal use and demonstrating its potential in combating resistant infections. Keywords: antistaphylococcal activities; macrobroth dilution assay;…
Category: Environmental Health
Gas chromatography-mass spectrometry chemical profile investigation and biological activities of ethylacetate fraction of Baobab (Adansonia digitata L.) pulp used in the treatment of urinary tract infections
The study identifies bioactive compounds in Adansonia digitata fruit pulp, demonstrating its antioxidant and antibacterial properties, supporting its traditional use in treating UTIs and other ailments. Keywords: Adansonia digitata; antioxidant; antibacterial; GC–MS analysis; phytochemicals.
Category: Environmental Health
The influence of organizational culture on performance in public entities of South Africa
This study examines the impact of organizational culture on strategy implementation and performance in Northern Cape public entities, finding that inadequate culture, alongside limited resources, hinders effective implementation. Keywords: rational culture; masculinity, adhocracy culture; organisat…
Category: Environmental Health
The influence of fire presence and absence on grass species composition and species richness at Mountain Zebra National Park
This study examines how fire impacts grass species diversity and composition in Mountain Zebra National Park, finding no significant differences in diversity but altered species composition, informing future fire management plans. Keywords: species richness; species; diversity species; composition-…
Category: Environmental Health
Analysis of trends, recurrences, severity and frequency of droughts using standardized precipitation index
The article profiles hydrological drought in South Africa's OR Tambo District from 1998 to 2018, highlighting areas of high vulnerability. It identifies variations in drought frequency, severity, and intensity across municipalities, offering insights for adaptation planning and resource allocation.…
Category: Environmental Health
Maize producers’ vulnerability to climate change: Evidence from Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality, South Africa
The study examines the impact of climate change on maize yields in northern South Africa, finding that agricultural practices, rather than rainfall variability, drive yield trends. It highlights farmers' proactive adaptation strategies to mitigate climate change effects. Keywords: adaptation; clima…
Category: Environmental Health
Challenges and opportunities for sustainable solid waste management in private nature reserves
The article examines the challenges and opportunities for sustainable waste management in privately protected areas, highlighting the importance of behavior, funding, and community involvement. It emphasizes waste management's role in enhancing conservation and community benefits. Keywords: sustain…
Category: Environmental Health
The role of urban regeneration to improve community development in a metropolitan municipality
This article explores urban regeneration's role in community development within South African metropolitan municipalities amid COVID-19. It highlights challenges, methods, and the lack of cohesive plans, suggesting policy improvement for effective implementation. Keywords: community development; ur…
Category: Environmental Health
Challenges affecting Mzongwana cattle farmers to commercialise livestock production
The article examines resource constraints hindering commercial livestock farming in Mzongwana, Eastern Cape, and recommends revising the local economic development strategy to address issues like stock theft, breeding, and water infrastructure. Keywords: livestock farming; local economic developmen…
Category: Environmental Health
Climate change and health within the South African context
The article highlights the urgent need for a coordinated response to climate change's health impacts in South Africa, proposing policy measures and a national framework for risk assessment.
Keywords: climate change; sustainable development; healthcare systems strengthening.
Category: Environmental Health