Browsing by Subject "Local knowledge"
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Coastal erosion management in Accra: combining local knowledge and empirical research
(AOSIS Publishing, 2016)Coastal erosion along the Accra coast has become a chronic phenomenon that threatens both life and property. The issue has assumed a centre stage of national debate in recent times because of its impact on the coastal ... -
The interplay of knowledge, attitude and practice of livestock farmers' land management against desertification in the South African Kalahari
(Elsevier, 2014)Desertification is a major environmental problem in South Africa with serious socio-economic consequences. Despite enormous efforts made to understand its causes and best management to combat desertification, little is ... -
Psychosocial support by community health workers of children living with chronically ill family members
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2016)Chronic illness has become a worldwide concern and South Africa is confronted with the quadruple burden of disease, which includes chronic illnesses and HIV/TB/maternal and perinatal conditions. Rendering support to late ...