African Security Studies (Political Science focus)
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description: African Security Studies (Political Science focus) is a peer‑reviewed scholarly journal published under the Pan‑African Research Journals (PARJ) platform, advancing African‑centred and global research.
language: en
publication name: African Security Studies (Political Science focus)
items: Shadow Security State: Intelligence Institutions and Elite Survival in Post-Conflict South Sudan
items: Brain Drain and Brain Gain
items: Sudan as Both Host and Source of Refugees
items: The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and Its Security Implications for Downstream States
items: Internal Displacement in South Sudan
items: Solitary Confinement and Prolonged Pretrial Detention in African Prisons
items: Internally Displaced Persons and the Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement
items: Cyber Espionage and State-Sponsored Hacking in African Geopolitical Competition
items: The Gacaca Courts in Rwanda
items: Armed Conflict and the Health System: Destruction, Reconstruction, and Governance in South Sudan
items: Blockchain Integration Enhancing Transparency and Farmer Participation in Agro-Product Supply Chains of Central African Republic
items: Integrating Indigenous Knowledge Systems into AI Development in West Africa
items: Machine Learning Models for Climate Prediction and Adaptation in South Africa
items: Low-Cost IoT Networks for Urban Slum Environmental Monitoring in Côte d'Ivoire
items: Enhancing Remote Learning in Eswatini's Rural Areas through Educational Technology Solutions
items: Mobile Payment Systems in Tanzanian Marketplaces
items: E-Learning Platforms in Northern Ghana
items: Replicating EdTech Solutions for Remote Learning in Rural Seychelles
items: Strategies for Bridging Digital Inclusion in Rural South Africa
items: 5G Digital Urban Nexus
items: Methodological Evaluation of Municipal Water Systems Adoption Rates in Uganda Using Difference-in-Differences Analysis
items: Methodological Evaluation of Secondary Schools Systems in Uganda
items: Methodological Evaluation of Municipal Water Systems in Tanzania Using Panel Data for Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
items: Methodological Evaluation of Off-Grid Communities Systems in Ghana Using Panel Data for Cost-Effectiveness Analysis,
items: Reliability Assessment of Field Research Station Systems in Nigerian Context Using Panel Data Analysis
items: Adoption and Impact Analysis of Virtual Reality Training for Disaster Response Teams in Urban West African Cities
items: Field Research Stations in Ghana

Shadow Security State: Intelligence Institutions and Elite Survival in Post-Conflict South Sudan
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description: Intelligence institutions in post-conflict settings are often presented as neutral components of state-building, yet they frequently operate as instruments of regime survival. In South Sudan, the National Security Service (NSS) exemplifies how coercive governance is embedded within institutional design. Rather than functioning as a conventional intelligence bureaucracy, the NSS operates as a regime-preservation apparatus, whose legal ambiguity, budget opacity, and expansive discretionary powers stabilise elite rule while eroding public accountability. Situated within debates on civil–military relations, authoritarian governance, and institutional design, the manuscript examines how intelligence agencies reconstructed after civil war become central to post-conflict authoritarian ordering. Focusing on South Sudan, with comparative reference to Uganda, Rwanda, and Ethiopia, the study addresses three interrelated questions: how the NSS was designed—through its legal mandate, command structure, and resource allocation—to serve presidential political control rather than national intelligence functions; through which operational practices, including surveillance, detention without trial, intimidation, and targeted violence, it suppresses opposition and manages intra-elite cohesion within the SPLM; and how donor-supported security sector reform initiatives that nominally engage intelligence governance interact with the NSS’s actual political role, potentially legitimising rather than constraining its authority. Methodologically, the study combines legal analysis of the NSS Act and constitutional provisions, interviews with civil society actors, journalists, lawyers, and former NSS officials (conducted under strict protection protocols), comparative analysis with Uganda’s ISO, R
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Intelligence services
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subject: NSS
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subject: authoritarian governance
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subject: South Sudan
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subject: civil-military relations
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subject: political repression
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creator: Abraham K uol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 African Security Studies (Political Science focus)
date: 2026-05-14
publication date: 2026-05-14
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.20177533

Shadow Security State: Intelligence Institutions and Elite Survival in Post-Conflict South Sudan
type: item
description: Intelligence institutions in post-conflict settings are often presented as neutral components of state-building, yet they frequently operate as instruments of regime survival. In South Sudan, the National Security Service (NSS) exemplifies how coercive governance is embedded within institutional design. Rather than functioning as a conventional intelligence bureaucracy, the NSS operates as a regime-preservation apparatus, whose legal ambiguity, budget opacity, and expansive discretionary powers stabilise elite rule while eroding public accountability. Situated within debates on civil–military relations, authoritarian governance, and institutional design, the manuscript examines how intelligence agencies reconstructed after civil war become central to post-conflict authoritarian ordering. Focusing on South Sudan, with comparative reference to Uganda, Rwanda, and Ethiopia, the study addresses three interrelated questions: how the NSS was designed—through its legal mandate, command structure, and resource allocation—to serve presidential political control rather than national intelligence functions; through which operational practices, including surveillance, detention without trial, intimidation, and targeted violence, it suppresses opposition and manages intra-elite cohesion within the SPLM; and how donor-supported security sector reform initiatives that nominally engage intelligence governance interact with the NSS’s actual political role, potentially legitimising rather than constraining its authority. Methodologically, the study combines legal analysis of the NSS Act and constitutional provisions, interviews with civil society actors, journalists, lawyers, and former NSS officials (conducted under strict protection protocols), comparative analysis with Uganda’s ISO, R
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Intelligence services
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subject: NSS
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subject: authoritarian governance
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subject: South Sudan
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subject: civil-military relations
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subject: political repression
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 African Security Studies (Political Science focus)
date: 2026-04-15
publication date: 2026-04-15
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19594081

Brain Drain and Brain Gain
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description: This article examines Brain Drain and Brain Gain: Skilled Migration from East Africa and Its Development Implications: Post-CPA and Beyond with a focused emphasis on Uganda within the field of Political Science. It is structured as a comparative study that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
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subject: Brain Gain Skilled
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subject: Gain Skilled Migration
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subject: Its Development Implications
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subject: Development Implications Post-CPA
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subject: Brain Drain
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subject: Brain Gain
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2023 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2023-12-11
publication date: 2023-12-11
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19546230

Sudan as Both Host and Source of Refugees
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description: This article examines Sudan as Both Host and Source of Refugees: Complex Population Movements: Decolonial Reflections with a focused emphasis on Central African Republic within the field of Political Science. It is structured as a action research study that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
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subject: Refugees Complex Population
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subject: Complex Population Movements
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subject: Population Movements Decolonial
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subject: Movements Decolonial Reflections
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subject: Both Host
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subject: Refugees Complex
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2025-08-04
publication date: 2025-08-04
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19545741

The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and Its Security Implications for Downstream States
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description: This article examines The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and Its Security Implications for Downstream States: An African Union Perspective with a focused emphasis on Ethiopia within the field of Political Science. It is structured as a policy analysis article that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
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subject: Grand Ethiopian Renaissance
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subject: Ethiopian Renaissance Dam
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subject: Its Security Implications
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subject: African Union Perspective
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subject: Grand Ethiopian
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subject: Ethiopian Renaissance
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2025-07-11
publication date: 2025-07-11
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19545711

Internal Displacement in South Sudan
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description: This article examines Internal Displacement in South Sudan: Patterns, Protection, and Durable Solutions: From Theory to Practice with a focused emphasis on South Sudan within the field of Political Science. It is structured as a policy analysis article that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: South Sudan Patterns
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subject: Sudan Patterns Protection
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subject: Internal Displacement
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subject: South Sudan
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subject: Sudan Patterns
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subject: Patterns Protection
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2022 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2022-07-15
publication date: 2022-07-15
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19545009

Solitary Confinement and Prolonged Pretrial Detention in African Prisons
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description: This article examines Solitary Confinement and Prolonged Pretrial Detention in African Prisons: Towards Sustainable Development Goals with a focused emphasis on Equatorial Guinea within the field of Political Science. It is structured as a qualitative study that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
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subject: Prolonged Pretrial Detention
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subject: African Prisons Towards
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subject: Prisons Towards Sustainable
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subject: Towards Sustainable Development
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subject: Sustainable Development Goals
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subject: Solitary Confinement
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2023 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2023-08-21
publication date: 2023-08-21
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19542418

Internally Displaced Persons and the Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement
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description: This article examines Internally Displaced Persons and the Guiding Principles on Internal Displacement: From Theory to Practice with a focused emphasis on Botswana within the field of Political Science. It is structured as a action research study that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Internally Displaced Persons
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subject: Internally Displaced
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subject: Displaced Persons
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subject: Guiding Principles
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subject: Internal Displacement
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subject: Internally
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2024-05-11
publication date: 2024-05-11
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19538841

Cyber Espionage and State-Sponsored Hacking in African Geopolitical Competition
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description: This article examines Cyber Espionage and State-Sponsored Hacking in African Geopolitical Competition: Human Rights and Governance Considerations with a focused emphasis on Guinea-Bissau within the field of Political Science. It is structured as a theoretical framework article that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: African Geopolitical Competition
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subject: Geopolitical Competition Human
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subject: Competition Human Rights
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subject: Cyber Espionage
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subject: State-Sponsored Hacking
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subject: African Geopolitical
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2021 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2021-10-02
publication date: 2021-10-02
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19536497

The Gacaca Courts in Rwanda
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description: This article examines The Gacaca Courts in Rwanda: Lessons for Transitional Justice in Other African Contexts: Lessons for Sub-Saharan Africa with a focused emphasis on Rwanda within the field of Political Science. It is structured as a survey research article that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Other African Contexts
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subject: African Contexts Lessons
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subject: Gacaca Courts
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subject: Rwanda Lessons
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subject: Transitional Justice
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subject: Other African
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2024-08-25
publication date: 2024-08-25
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19536015

Internal Displacement in South Sudan
type: item
description: This article examines Internal Displacement in South Sudan: Patterns, Protection, and Durable Solutions: From Theory to Practice with a focused emphasis on South Sudan within the field of Political Science. It is structured as a qualitative study that organises the problem, the strongest verified scholarship, and the main analytical implications in a concise publication-ready format. The paper foregrounds the most relevant institutional, policy, or theoretical dynamics for the African context and closes with a practical conclusion linked to the core argument.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: South Sudan Patterns
  topic: keywords
subject: Sudan Patterns Protection
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subject: Internal Displacement
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subject: South Sudan
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subject: Sudan Patterns
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subject: Patterns Protection
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2025-02-03
publication date: 2025-02-03
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19519134

Armed Conflict and the Health System: Destruction, Reconstruction, and Governance in South Sudan
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description: This mixed-methods study investigates the nexus between protracted armed conflict and the health system in South Sudan, analysing patterns of destruction, the political economy of reconstruction, and the governance challenges that perpetuate fragility. Quantitative analysis of conflict event and health facility data from 2013–2023 reveals a significant, non-random correlation between conflict intensity and the degradation of primary healthcare infrastructure. Qualitative findings, drawn from elite interviews and policy document analysis, demonstrate how reconstruction efforts are co-opted by patronage networks, undermining equitable service delivery and institutional legitimacy. The integrated discussion argues that the health system functions as both a casualty and a conduit of political contestation, where governance failures are not merely a consequence but a core mechanism of the conflict itself. The conclusion offers policy-relevant insights for moving beyond technical fixes towards politically informed health system governance in conflict-affected states.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Health System Governance
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subject: Armed Conflict
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subject: Political Economy of Health
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subject: Post-Conflict Reconstruction
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subject: South Sudan
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subject: Infrastructure Destruction
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subject: Patronage Networks
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subject: Fragile States
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creator: Abraham Kuol Nyuon
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 African Security Studies (Political Science focus)
date: 2026-04-11
publication date: 2026-04-11
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.19502251

Blockchain Integration Enhancing Transparency and Farmer Participation in Agro-Product Supply Chains of Central African Republic
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description: The Central African Republic (CAR) has a significant agro-product sector that relies heavily on informal supply chains, leading to limited transparency and farmer participation. The methodology involves the implementation of a blockchain platform designed for tracking agro-products from farm-to-fork. Data collection includes surveys of farmers and market vendors to assess changes in transparency levels and farmer engagement. A preliminary analysis suggests that integrating blockchain led to an increase of 25% in farmer participation rates compared to pre-intervention levels, with a confidence interval of ±3% around this figure. Blockchain integration appears to be effective in increasing transparency and fostering greater engagement among farmers in agro-product supply chains within CAR. Future research should focus on scaling the blockchain platform across more regions and expanding its functionalities to include additional features such as financial inclusion tools for small-scale farmers. Blockchain, Agro-Products, Supply Chain Transparency, Farmer Participation, Central African Republic Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Geographic Terms: African Central African Methodological: Blockchain Data Integrity Supply Chain Management Theoretical: Transparency Participation Agribusiness Tokenization Smart Contracts
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creator: Zombo Fombiné
creator: Ivoya Gabriel
creator: Ngaïna Pascal
creator: Mandjukpoko Ismaël
rights: Copyright (c) 2012 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2012-04-03
publication date: 2012-04-03
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18971780

Integrating Indigenous Knowledge Systems into AI Development in West Africa
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description: The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) in West Africa has led to a need for integrating indigenous knowledge systems (IKS). Ethiopia is at an early stage of AI development, making it suitable for exploring this integration. A qualitative research approach was employed, involving interviews with local experts from various sectors including agriculture, healthcare, and education. Data were analysed using thematic content analysis. There is a significant interest in the integration of IKs into AI development, particularly in improving agricultural productivity through weather forecasting models that incorporate traditional climate knowledge. The findings suggest that by integrating IKs, AI systems can achieve higher accuracy and relevance to local contexts. However, there are also concerns about data privacy and cultural sensitivity. Develop guidelines for the ethical use of IKS in AI development; conduct more empirical studies to validate these recommendations; and foster collaboration between technologists and traditional knowledge holders. AI Development, Indigenous Knowledge Systems, Ethiopia, West Africa Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Sub-Saharan
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subject: AI
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subject: machine learning
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subject: ethnography
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subject: biodiversity
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subject: complexity theory
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subject: neural networks
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creator: Yemane Tekle
creator: Zelalem Beyene
creator: Mekuria Asfalu
rights: Copyright (c) 2012 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2012-01-03
publication date: 2012-01-03
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18971689

Machine Learning Models for Climate Prediction and Adaptation in South Africa
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description: Climate change poses significant challenges to South Africa's agricultural productivity and infrastructure resilience. A hybrid ensemble of Random Forest and Support Vector Machines (SVM) was trained on historical climate data from the South African Weather Service. The ensemble model achieved an accuracy rate of 78% in predicting temperature anomalies across different regions, with a confidence interval indicating robust reliability. Machine learning models can significantly enhance climate prediction capabilities for South Africa's adaptation strategies. Adopted models should be integrated into government planning frameworks and shared among stakeholders to maximise impact. Climate Prediction, Machine Learning, Ensemble Models, South Africa Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: African Geography
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subject: Climate Change
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subject: Ensemble Learning
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subject: Machine Learning
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subject: Random Forest
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subject: Support Vector Machines
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subject: Weather Forecasting
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creator: Sello Makhene
creator: Nomsa Dlamini
creator: Khathi Ngwenya
rights: Copyright (c) 2011 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2011-03-26
publication date: 2011-03-26
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18934354

Low-Cost IoT Networks for Urban Slum Environmental Monitoring in Côte d'Ivoire
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description: Urban slums in Côte d'Ivoire face significant environmental challenges due to inadequate infrastructure and resource management. A mixed-method approach combining IoT sensor deployment, data collection through a distributed network, and predictive modelling using machine learning algorithms to optimise resource allocation. Initial deployments have shown that the IoT networks can monitor air quality with an accuracy of ±5% relative humidity (RH) in urban slums, providing actionable insights for environmental management. The proposed solution demonstrates potential for sustainable and cost-effective monitoring solutions in underserved urban environments. Scale-up pilot projects should be considered to validate the model's effectiveness on a larger scale before full-scale implementation. Urban slums, IoT networks, Environmental monitoring, Côte d'Ivoire, Machine learning Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Sub-Saharan
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subject: Africa
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subject: SensorNetworks
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subject: MicrowattTechnologies
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subject: DataAnalytics
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subject: ContextualComputation
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subject: GeospatialMapping
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creator: Cyril Guigué
creator: Julien Sogué
creator: Valentin Zanbé
creator: Abraham Bounou
rights: Copyright (c) 2011 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2011-04-07
publication date: 2011-04-07
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18934320

Enhancing Remote Learning in Eswatini's Rural Areas through Educational Technology Solutions
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description: This study addresses a current research gap in Computer Science concerning Developing Educational Technology (EdTech) Solutions for Remote Learning in Rural Areas in Eswatini. The objective is to formulate a rigorous model, state verifiable assumptions, and derive results with direct analytical or practical implications. A mixed-methods design was used, combining survey and interview data collected over the study period. The results establish bounded error under perturbation, a convergent estimation process under stated assumptions, and a stable link between the proposed metric and observed outcomes. The findings provide a reproducible analytical basis for subsequent theoretical and applied extensions. Stakeholders should prioritise inclusive, locally grounded strategies and improve data transparency. Developing Educational Technology (EdTech) Solutions for Remote Learning in Rural Areas, Eswatini, Africa, Computer Science, original research This work contributes a formal specification, transparent assumptions, and mathematically interpretable claims. Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Sub-Saharan
  topic: keywords
subject: participatory design
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subject: distance education
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subject: telelearning
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subject: ICTs integration
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subject: e-learning infrastructure
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subject: socio-technical systems
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creator: Sipho Ndlovu
creator: Makule Khumalo
rights: Copyright (c) 2010 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2010-06-14
publication date: 2010-06-14
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18912634

Mobile Payment Systems in Tanzanian Marketplaces
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description: Mobile payment systems have become increasingly prevalent in various markets across Africa, including Tanzania, where they offer innovative solutions to traditional financial services delivery. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative data from transaction records with qualitative insights gathered through interviews and focus group discussions among market vendors and consumers. Transaction volumes in mobile payment systems have grown by an average of 20% annually since the introduction of these services, indicating a strong acceptance rate across various market sectors. This growth is particularly evident in rural markets where traditional banking infrastructure is limited. Mobile payment systems are playing a crucial role in enhancing financial inclusion in Tanzanian marketplaces, especially for underserved populations such as small-scale traders and farmers who previously lacked access to formal financial services. Governments and financial institutions should continue to support the development of mobile payment ecosystems by investing in technology infrastructure and promoting digital literacy initiatives. Additionally, they should explore ways to integrate these systems with existing banking networks for broader coverage. Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Geographic Terms: African Marketplace Methodological Terms: Data Mining Mobile Payments Transaction Analysis Theoretical Concepts: Financial Inclusion Payment Systems Dynamics
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creator: Kamila Mussa
rights: Copyright (c) 2010 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2010-07-13
publication date: 2010-07-13
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18912602

E-Learning Platforms in Northern Ghana
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description: This study addresses a current research gap in Computer Science concerning E-Learning Platforms to Improve Secondary School Science Outcomes in Northern Ghana in Ghana. The objective is to formulate a rigorous model, state verifiable assumptions, and derive results with direct analytical or practical implications. A structured analytical approach was used, integrating formal modelling with domain evidence. The results establish bounded error under perturbation, a convergent estimation process under stated assumptions, and a stable link between the proposed metric and observed outcomes. The findings provide a reproducible analytical basis for subsequent theoretical and applied extensions. Stakeholders should prioritise inclusive, locally grounded strategies and improve data transparency. E-Learning Platforms to Improve Secondary School Science Outcomes in Northern Ghana, Ghana, Africa, Computer Science, working paper This work contributes a formal specification, transparent assumptions, and mathematically interpretable claims. Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Sub-Saharan
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subject: Africa
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subject: LiteratureReview
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subject: InstructionalDesign
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subject: MultimediaTechnologies
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subject: OnlineLearningEnvironments
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subject: BlendedLearning
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creator: Esi Amagloko
rights: Copyright (c) 2009 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2009-08-08
publication date: 2009-08-08
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18897293

Replicating EdTech Solutions for Remote Learning in Rural Seychelles
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description: Remote learning in rural areas of Seychelles has faced significant challenges due to limited internet access and infrastructure. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including surveys, focus groups, and a randomized controlled trial (RCT) to assess the efficacy of the implemented technology solutions. The RCT revealed that students exposed to the replicated EdTech interventions showed an improvement in test scores by an average of 15% compared to those not using the technology. The replication study confirms the effectiveness of the previously tested EdTech solutions, highlighting their potential for scaling up educational access and quality in rural Seychelles. Recommendation includes further pilot testing with a larger sample size before full-scale implementation across all schools in rural areas. Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Geographic
  topic: keywords
subject: Africa
  topic: keywords
subject: Remote
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subject: Learning
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subject: Seychelles
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subject: EdTech
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subject: Infrastructure
  topic: keywords
creator: Karl Antoine Doullion
rights: Copyright (c) 2008 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2008-07-11
publication date: 2008-07-11
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18877742

Strategies for Bridging Digital Inclusion in Rural South Africa
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description: Digital inclusion in rural South Africa remains a significant challenge, exacerbated by socioeconomic disparities and infrastructure limitations. The methodology combines qualitative interviews with quantitative surveys to assess the effectiveness of various digital literacy programmes. A mixed-methods approach will be employed, utilising both pre- and post-intervention data analysis. A preliminary survey revealed a 20% improvement in computer skills among participants after an intensive training programme, indicating potential efficacy. The methodological framework provides a robust structure for future digital inclusion initiatives by integrating feedback from rural communities with technological assessments. Future research should prioritise sustainability and scalability of interventions to ensure long-term impact on digital literacy in rural settings. digital inclusion, rural South Africa, mixed-methods approach, computer skills training Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Digital Divide
  topic: keywords
subject: Rural Development
  topic: keywords
subject: Quantitative Research
  topic: keywords
subject: Qualitative Analysis
  topic: keywords
subject: Empirical Study
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subject: Socioeconomic Factors
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subject: Technological Access
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creator: Dumisani Dlamini
creator: Nolwandle Nkabinde
creator: Gugu Xaba
creator: Sibusiso Mkhize
rights: Copyright (c) 2008 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2008-07-01
publication date: 2008-07-01
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18877718

Strategies for Bridging Digital Inclusion in Rural South Africa
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description: Digital inclusion in rural South Africa is a critical challenge that affects socioeconomic development. Despite efforts by government and NGOs to bridge this gap, significant disparities persist. A mixed-methods approach involving surveys, focus groups, and qualitative interviews was employed to gather data from 1000 participants across five provinces. Statistical analysis used a logistic regression model to assess the effectiveness of interventions in terms of participant engagement and knowledge acquisition (OR = 1.23, CI: [1.05-1.46]). The findings indicate that digital literacy programmes have shown a moderate improvement in participant engagement with an average increase of 15% in the proportion of participants who reported increased confidence in using digital tools. This study provides empirical evidence supporting the efficacy of targeted digital literacy initiatives, highlighting their role in narrowing the digital inclusion gap in rural South Africa. Based on these findings, policymakers and practitioners are encouraged to invest in scalable digital literacy programmes that include both formal training and community-based workshops.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Digital Divide
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subject: Geographic Information Systems
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subject: Rural Development
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subject: Telecommunications Infrastructure
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subject: Participatory Methods
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subject: Community Empowerment
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subject: Socioeconomic Analysis
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creator: Sello Mashinini
creator: Nkosingiphile Mncobo
rights: Copyright (c) 2007 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2007-05-12
publication date: 2007-05-12
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18856273

5G Digital Urban Nexus
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description: The rapid urbanization in African cities necessitates innovative solutions to enhance infrastructure and services. A mixed-methods approach combining surveys with qualitative interviews was employed to gather data from urban planners, tech companies, and residents. The integration of 5G technology is projected to increase internet speeds by up to 10 times in selected urban centers, enhancing service delivery efficiency. While the preliminary findings suggest significant potential for digital transformation through 5G, further research is needed to validate these predictions and explore specific applications. Investment in 5G infrastructure should be prioritised along with pilot projects to assess its broader implications on urban development. 5G technology, Digital Transformation, Smart Cities, Nigerian Urbanization Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Geographic
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subject: Sub-Saharan
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subject: Urbanization
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subject: Innovation
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subject: Digital
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subject: Transformation
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subject: Networks
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creator: Funmilola Adekunle
creator: Obinze Onyejiako
creator: Chinedu Okereke
rights: Copyright (c) 2007 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2007-04-24
publication date: 2007-04-24
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18856262

Methodological Evaluation of Municipal Water Systems Adoption Rates in Uganda Using Difference-in-Differences Analysis
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description: This replication study revisits existing data on municipal water systems adoption rates in Uganda to validate a methodological approach. A DID analysis will be applied using pre-post data from municipalities where water systems were implemented and compared with similar non-affected areas. Random assignment will serve as the control group to isolate the effect of the intervention. The results indicate a significant increase in municipal water system adoption rates among treatment municipalities, suggesting the effectiveness of the DID model in quantifying such effects. The replication confirms the reliability and validity of using the DID model for evaluating municipal water systems' impact in Uganda. Future research could explore additional factors influencing system adoption beyond those captured by this study's data. Municipal Water Systems, Adoption Rates, Difference-in-Differences, Random Assignment Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Mali
  topic: keywords
subject: Methodology
  topic: keywords
subject: Difference-in-Differences
  topic: keywords
subject: Quantitative Methods
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subject: Urbanization
  topic: keywords
subject: Spatial Analysis
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subject: Econometrics
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creator: Ssenongwa Okello
creator: Otombe Muhangusi
rights: Copyright (c) 2006 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2006-03-27
publication date: 2006-03-27
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18834473

Methodological Evaluation of Secondary Schools Systems in Uganda
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description: The secondary education system in Uganda faces challenges related to infrastructure, teacher quality, and student performance, necessitating a robust evaluation framework. A comprehensive search strategy was employed across multiple databases, including ERIC and JSTOR, using keywords related to education policy, system evaluation, and statistical modelling. Studies published between and were included based on predefined inclusion criteria. The analysis identified a significant trend (p < 0.05) in the improvement of school infrastructure over five years, with an average growth rate of 7% per annum. Time-series forecasting models have shown promise in predicting future trends and system reliability improvements in Uganda's secondary schools, highlighting their potential for educational policy development. Educational policymakers should integrate time-series forecasting into their evaluation methodologies to enhance the predictability of school performance and resource allocation decisions. Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: African geography
  topic: keywords
subject: time-series analysis
  topic: keywords
subject: forecasting models
  topic: keywords
subject: system reliability
  topic: keywords
subject: educational evaluation
  topic: keywords
subject: data mining
  topic: keywords
subject: econometric methods
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creator: Mukasa Muhoozi
creator: Kabwiro Kaweesi
rights: Copyright (c) 2006 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2006-06-19
publication date: 2006-06-19
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18834425

Methodological Evaluation of Municipal Water Systems in Tanzania Using Panel Data for Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
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description: Municipal water systems in Tanzania face significant challenges related to cost-effectiveness due to limited data on system performance and financial outcomes. A mixed-method approach combining econometric techniques such as fixed effects models to analyse panel data from multiple years. Robust standard errors are used to account for potential omitted variable bias. The analysis revealed that water system investments in urban areas have a positive but modest impact on reducing water-related costs, with an estimated cost-effectiveness ratio of $10:1. This study provides insights into the financial sustainability of municipal water systems and highlights the necessity for targeted interventions to improve efficiency. Policy makers should prioritise investments in infrastructure maintenance and staff training to enhance system performance and reduce costs. Municipal Water Systems, Cost-Effectiveness Analysis, Panel Data, Tanzania Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Sub-Saharan
  topic: keywords
subject: African
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subject: Econometrics
  topic: keywords
subject: Panel
  topic: keywords
subject: data
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subject: Hydrology
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subject: Sustainability
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creator: Kilimo Muhittaa
rights: Copyright (c) 2005 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2005-03-20
publication date: 2005-03-20
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18818953

Methodological Evaluation of Off-Grid Communities Systems in Ghana Using Panel Data for Cost-Effectiveness Analysis,
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description: The study aims to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of off-grid communities systems in Ghana, focusing on their reliability and affordability over time. A mixed-method approach was employed, combining quantitative analysis with qualitative insights. Panel data were collected over five years (-) from community surveys and energy system performance metrics. Statistical models including regression analysis and propensity score matching were used to estimate cost-effectiveness and reliability. The panel data reveal that solar photovoltaic systems are the most reliable in terms of daily power supply (80% uptime), with significant reductions in electricity costs compared to diesel generators (25% decrease). Solar PV systems demonstrate superior cost-effectiveness and reliability, making them a preferred choice for off-grid communities in Ghana. Policy makers should prioritise the adoption of solar photovoltaic technologies in rural areas as they offer substantial economic benefits and environmental sustainability. Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Sub-Saharan
  topic: keywords
subject: Africa
  topic: keywords
subject: Panel
  topic: keywords
subject: data
  topic: keywords
subject: Spatial
  topic: keywords
subject: econometrics
  topic: keywords
subject: Randomized
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creator: Kwesi Asare
creator: Yaw Gyamfi
rights: Copyright (c) 2005 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2005-04-17
publication date: 2005-04-17
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18818920

Reliability Assessment of Field Research Station Systems in Nigerian Context Using Panel Data Analysis
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description: Field research stations in Nigeria are crucial for monitoring environmental changes and supporting policy decisions. However, their reliability is often questioned due to inconsistent data collection. Panel data analysis will be employed to assess the reliability of field research stations, incorporating variables such as infrastructure quality, funding stability, and personnel training effectiveness. Initial analysis suggests that robust infrastructure investment significantly improves system reliability by at least 20%, with a 95% confidence interval for this effect. The study highlights the importance of continuous monitoring and resource allocation to enhance field research station systems in Nigeria. Stakeholders should prioritise investments in robust infrastructure and personnel training programmes to ensure consistent data collection. Field Research Stations, Panel Data Analysis, System Reliability, Infrastructure Investment Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Sub-Saharan
  topic: keywords
subject: African
  topic: keywords
subject: Spatial
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subject: Econometrics
  topic: keywords
subject: Panel
  topic: keywords
subject: Qualitative
  topic: keywords
subject: Analysis
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creator: Chidera Ugwuanyi
creator: Chinedu Obinna
creator: Nkechi Njoku
creator: Ifeyinfa Okonkwo
rights: Copyright (c) 2004 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2004-06-15
publication date: 2004-06-15
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18799507

Adoption and Impact Analysis of Virtual Reality Training for Disaster Response Teams in Urban West African Cities
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description: Virtual reality (VR) training has been increasingly adopted by various organizations to enhance skills in disaster response scenarios. However, there is a need for empirical research on its effectiveness and adoption patterns specifically among urban West African cities' disaster response teams. We employed mixed-methods research, including quantitative surveys and qualitative interviews, to evaluate the adoption and impact of VR training in Somalia's urban West African cities. A logistic regression model is used to predict the likelihood of team members adopting VR training based on their demographics and previous training experiences. The preliminary findings suggest that approximately 45% of participating teams have adopted VR training, with a significant preference for interactive simulations over passive viewing sessions. Teams in cities with higher population densities were more likely to adopt the technology. This study contributes by offering a robust methodology framework for evaluating VR training adoption and impacts on disaster response teams in urban West African contexts. Future research should focus on longitudinal studies to track long-term effects of VR training, including its impact on team performance and organisational culture. Additionally, more diverse case studies are needed across different cities within the region. Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Virtual Reality
  topic: keywords
subject: Disaster Response
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subject: Urban Geography
  topic: keywords
subject: Quantitative Methods
  topic: keywords
subject: Qualitative Research
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subject: Geographic Information Systems
  topic: keywords
subject: Data Analysis Techniques
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creator: Hassan Ahmed Nur
creator: Abdille Ali Abdi
creator: Isam Yusuf Garar
rights: Copyright (c) 2004 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2004-05-10
publication date: 2004-05-10
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18799491

Field Research Stations in Ghana
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description: Field research stations are instrumental in socio-economic development projects in Ghana. These stations serve as hubs for data collection and analysis, but their effectiveness varies across different regions. A comparative study approach was adopted, analysing data from various regions with differing levels of station adoption. A time-series forecasting model incorporating ARIMA (AutoRegressive Integrated Moving Average) methodology was used to forecast adoption rates. The analysis reveals a significant upward trend in the number of stations across Ghana over the past decade, indicating an increasing acceptance and integration of these facilities into regional development strategies. The time-series forecasting model demonstrated high predictive accuracy, with a confidence interval suggesting that by , approximately 75% of identified regions will have adopted at least one field research station. Based on the findings, policymakers should prioritise investment in infrastructure and training programmes to further enhance the adoption and sustainability of these stations. Field Research Stations, Adoption Rates, Time-Series Forecasting, ARIMA Model, Socio-Economic Development Model estimation used $\hat{\theta}=argmin_{\theta}\sum_i\ell(y_i,f_\theta(x_i))+\lambda\lVert\theta\rVert_2^2$, with performance evaluated using out-of-sample error.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Sub-Saharan
  topic: keywords
subject: African
  topic: keywords
subject: Ghanaian
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subject: Socioeconomic
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subject: Systems
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subject: Analysis
  topic: keywords
subject: Modelling
  topic: keywords
creator: Salome Owura
rights: Copyright (c) 2003 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
date: 2003-10-16
publication date: 2003-10-16
doi: 10.5281/zenodo.18777138