Life after the game: consequences of acute spinal cord injuries in South African rugby union players by Badenhorst, Marelise

“…However, the physical demands of the game means that it is also associated with a risk of serious injuries, such as spinal cord injuries (SCIs). 4–6 SCIs have profound long-term effects on every aspect of a person’s life, including their overall quality of life (QoL).7–10 As such, a nationwide injury prevention programme called ‘BokSmart’ was launched in South Africa in 2009, with the aim to reduce and ultimately prevent these injuries.11,12 However, implementing an injury prevention programme in a country with vast socio-economic disparities, such as South Africa, is a difficult task.13 Additionally, optimal acute care after the injury, rehabilitation services and ongoing health maintenance are essential in the management of SCIs and may play a determining role in enhancing and maintaining health and functioning, and therefore QoL.14–16 In South Africa, socio-economic disparities also have a profound effect on healthcare access and the subsequent health of the population. 14 Thus, the additional burden of an injury with permanent consequences may be substantial and is an important issue to investigate. …”
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The role and impact of CCTV operators in contributing to efficient crime prevention: A case study of surveillance operators within the City of Cape Town by Papale, Phelimon

“…This minor dissertation explores the views and experiences of CCTV operators regarding their role and functions in contributing to crime detection and prevention. …”
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Exploring polychrome traces on 11th century clay figurines from Schroda, northern South Africa.

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Examination of the effectiveness of the independent investigative panel 2020 in addressing police brutality in Nigeria

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Plant growth, stress tolerant traits and regulation of heat activated proteins in Aspalathus linearis (Burm. f.) R. Dahlgren exposed to elevated temperature and drought by MacAlister, Dunja

“…Climate change is increasingly becoming a concern on plant growth, as seen in the increased number of warmer days and nights as well as an increased occurrence of heat waves, and drought periods globally. …”
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Aspect-based sentiment analysis using topic modelling on student evaluations

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Comparing diene derivatisation methods of dry blood spot samples for vitamin D metabolites quantification by liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry

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Effects of sub-lethal concentrations of pneumolysin on the proinflammatory activities of human neutrophils in vitro

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Design and operation criteria for urine-diversion ecological sanitation systems with particular reference to public health

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'n Ondersoek na die funksionele opleiding van begeleiers in Suid-Afrika (Afrikaans)

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Polycentric security governance : legitimacy, accountability, and the public interest by Berg, Julie

“…In-depth interviewing, participant and direct observation as well as documentary analysis were the primary research methods employed. …”
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The role and impact of CCTV operators in contributing to efficient crime prevention: a case study of surveillance operators within the City of Cape Town by Papale, Phelimon

“…This minor dissertation explores the views and experiences of CCTV operators regarding their role and functions in contributing to crime detection and prevention. …”
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The design and evaluation of an integrated enterprise architecture metamodel

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Effective Municipal Governance: Evaluating the Role of the Municipal Public Accounts Committee in the Cape Winelands District Municipality by Matthyse, Magon Rensia

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Analysis of genetic variants in the 5’ regulatory region of the ALAS1 gene in South African patients with Variegate Porphyria (VP) by Du Plessis, Nelita

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The technology of casually connected collaboration

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The effects of nutrient deprivation on macroautophagic flux and chaperone-mediated autophagy in a model of alzheimer's disease by Ntsapi, Matlakala Claudia

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The perceptions of social workers regarding the rights of children to care and protection by Ndonga, Moreblessing Memory

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Fast track land reform and belonging: examining linkages between resettlement areas and communal areas in Zvimba District, Zimbabwe by Marewo, Malvern Kudakwashe

“…Belonging enables several functions, such as access to labour, mitigation of economic challenges and enhancement of social relations, as demonstrated by this case study. …”
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Case management by social workers of sexually abused children in the Moses Kotane District Municipality by Letsholo, Boitumelo Joyce

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