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Cockroaches appear to be suitable mechanical transmitters for a wide range of food borne pathogenic microorganisms due to their habit of feeding on excreta or garbage and occurrence in places where food is stored or handled. Therefore, they can play a significant role in the dissemination of...

Induction is critical to the organization's success and a significant emphasis for most Human Resource Departments worldwide, regionally, and nationally. The study examined the effect of induction training of new employees in relation to their job performance at Livingstone Central Hospital. The...

The purpose of the study was to investigate the uptake levels of Digital Financial Service (DFS) and its enhancement on operations of Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in Zambia. The study’s presentation, analysis, and conclusion were based on three hundred (300) respondents which...

The community near dumpsites/landfills depend on groundwater from shallow wells and boreholes for drinking. However, leachates from dumpsites/landfills could be a source of microbial and toxic chemical contamination to the nearby soil and groundwater. Contamination of groundwater will in turn...

This study aimed to identify the factors influencing the outcomes of communication strategies in the Keep Zambia Clean, Green, and Healthy Campaign (KZCGH) initiated by the Lusaka City Council. Utilising a qualitative design, key informants from Lusaka City Council, totalling six respondents and...

The pig production sector in Zambia, particularly in Southern province, has exhibited consistent growth owing to the substantial pig populations in these regions. However, the industry faces significant challenges primarily arising from diseases such as African Swine Fever (ASF) and porcine...

To prevent the spread of harmful bacteria, individuals who handle food must adhere to strict guidelines, including maintaining proper hygiene and following established food handling practices, particularly when preparing large quantities of food. Food handlers in the hospitals of Mufulira...

In Zambia, the U-report platform was launched to improve young people's understanding of sexual reproductive health and access remote counseling services. This free texting program is run by the National HIV/AIDS/STI/TB Council supported by UNICEF. Millions of messages have been exchanged, but...

The main aim of this study was to investigate causes of employee job dissatisfaction among health workers in public hospitals in Zambia. The specific objectives were: To determine the levels of job dissatisfaction and the extent of employee job dissatisfaction among health workers in selected...

Cowpea [Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp] is an annual legume, considered important as a cash and nutritional security grain legume in the semi-arid regions of sub-Saharan Africa. Cowpea yields in the sub-Sahara African region are low partly due to several biotic stress factors, which includes several...