African Journal of Public Health and Health Systems

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 1 No. 1 (2005)

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A Systematic Review of Indoor Residual Spraying Acceptance and Plasmodium Parasite Prevalence in Children Under Five in Spray-Averse Communities of Limpopo Province, South Africa

Thandiwe Ndlovu, Department of Internal Medicine, University of the Western Cape Pieter van der Merwe, South African Institute for Medical Research (SAIMR) Kagiso Lekgetho, Department of Public Health, University of the Western Cape
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18528843
Published: February 27, 2005

Abstract

This study addresses a current research gap in Medicine concerning Measuring the association between indoor residual spraying acceptance and malaria parasite prevalence in children under five in spray-averse communities of Limpopo Province, South Africa in South Africa. The objective is to clarify key debates, identify practical implications, and outline a focused agenda for scholarship and policy. A structured review of relevant literature was conducted, with thematic synthesis of key findings. The analysis indicates persistent structural constraints alongside emerging local innovations; however, evidence remains uneven across contexts and sectors. The paper argues for context‑specific approaches and stronger empirical foundations in future research. Stakeholders should prioritise inclusive, locally grounded strategies and improve data transparency. Measuring the association between indoor residual spraying acceptance and malaria parasite prevalence in children under five in spray-averse communities of Limpopo Province, South Africa, South Africa, Africa, Medicine, systematic review This structured abstract provides a standardised summary to support rapid screening, indexing, and assessment of scholarly contribution.

How to Cite

Thandiwe Ndlovu, Pieter van der Merwe, Kagiso Lekgetho (2005). A Systematic Review of Indoor Residual Spraying Acceptance and Plasmodium Parasite Prevalence in Children Under Five in Spray-Averse Communities of Limpopo Province, South Africa. African Journal of Public Health and Health Systems, Vol. 1 No. 1 (2005), 48-62. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18528843

Keywords

Indoor residual sprayingMalaria prevalencePlasmodium falciparumSub-Saharan AfricaCommunity acceptanceVector controlUnder-fives

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