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Prevalence and Risk Factors Associated with HIV Infection among Pregnant Antenatal Care Attendees in Limpopo Province, South Africa Boshomane, Itumeleng Tebele; Tshabalala, Kontswi Donald; Mokoena, Oratilwe Penwell; Ntuli, Thembelihle Sam
Berkala Kedokteran Vol 20, No 1 (2024)
Publisher : Fakultas Kedokteran Universitas Lambung Mangkurat

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20527/jbk.v20i1.18773

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Early screening for HIV infection provides an opportunity for mother-to-child transmission and optimizes the care of HIV-infected mothers and unborn babies to improve clinical outcomes. This study aimed to determine the prevalence and the risk factors associated with HIV infection among pregnant women attending antenatal care at the District Hospital and its feeder community health center of the Limpopo Province (LP), South Africa. The study was a cross-sectional descriptive study carried out over 2-months from 01 May 2019 to 30 June 2019.  A consecutive sample of pregnant women who attended antenatal care during the study period was asked to participate. In total, 211 pregnant women participated in this study.  Their mean age was 28.4±5.7 years, ranging from 18 to 41 years.  More than half (56.4%) were aged <30 years old, 51.7% had secondary education, 71.1% were unmarried, and 72.0% were unemployed. The majority (66.4%) of pregnant women had multiple pregnancies and 70.6% were in the third trimester. Few (0.95%, n=2) had a history of alcohol use. The HIV prevalence was 15.2%, and significantly high in illiterate, elementary school-educated and multiparous women. The HIV infection rate in this setting is relatively associated with the level of education and parity. The social risk factors of health in each municipality should be considered when local health authorities implement policies. Women should be continually provided with health education about modes of transmission of HIV prevention particularly those with lower levels of education and reproductive age.
Job Satisfaction Levels and Contributing Factors Among Health Professionals in Rural Public Healthcare Facilities of Limpopo Province, South Africa Nkobeni, Maseeng Lydia; Mukonza, Ricky Munyaradzi; Mokoena, Oratilwe Penwell; Ntuli, Sam Thembelihle
Al-Sihah : The Public Health Science Journal Volume 16, Nomor 2, July-December 2024
Publisher : Program Studi Kesehatan Masyarakat UIN Alauddin Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24252/al-sihah.v16i2.50110

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Job satisfaction reflects an employee's motivation and contentment with their work. Globally, the turnover and retention of healthcare professionals are essential for providing vital health services. However, there has been minimal research on job satisfaction among healthcare professionals in rural areas of South Africa. This study aimed to evaluate job satisfaction and its contributing factors among healthcare professionals in the rural provinces of South Africa. A cross-sectional study was conducted, involving nurses and medical doctors across four public healthcare facilities over a three-month period. Out of 84 questionnaires distributed, 83 were completed, yielding a response rate of 98.8%. Overall, 37.3% of participants expressed satisfaction with their job. The main factors contributing to dissatisfaction were a lack of resources (81%), subpar working conditions (80%), inadequate rewards for extra efforts (75%), and a high workload (73%). The findings revealed notably low job satisfaction, underscoring the need for strategic planning and effective human resource management. Enhancing job security, improving working conditions, offering fair compensation, and supporting career advancement are essential. Addressing workload management through optimized schedules, reduced turnover, skilled recruitment, and task prioritization training is also recommended.
Health Systems and Patient-related Factors Contributing to Late Antenatal Care Attendance among Pregnant Women in Limpopo Province, South Africa Ntuli, Thembelihle Sam; Matlala, France; Raesebe Johanna, Mokolome; Mokoena, Oratilwe Penwell
Babali Nursing Research Vol. 5 No. 4 (2024): October
Publisher : Babali Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37363/bnr.2024.54391

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Background: Antenatal care is a maternal health service provided throughout pregnancy to identify risks of complications and reduce maternal and perinatal mortality. The study aimed to assess the prevalence and reasons for the late initiation of antenatal care. Methods: A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted at three primary healthcare centres in Limpopo province, South Africa, from October to November 2020. A consecutive sample of 231 pregnant women who received antenatal care during the data collection period participated in the study. Data analysis was performed using SPSS version 25. Results: The findings indicate that 43.12% of the women initiated antenatal care late. The most common reasons for late initiation included lack of information, cultural beliefs, distance to the facility, waiting times, and the operating hours of the facility. Conclusion: There is an urgent need to develop and implement educational programs for antenatal care, strengthen community-based services, and evaluate staff workload at the study sites.
Virtual Reality in Education: Immersive Learning for Deeper Understanding Iqbal, Khurshed; Mokoena, Oratilwe Penwell; Tesema, Ayenew Kassie; Waham, Jihad Jaafar
EDUJAVARE: International Journal of Educational Research Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): EDUJAVARE: International Journal of Educational Research
Publisher : CV. Edujavare

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70610/edujavare.v3i1.801

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Integrating Virtual Reality (VR) in education presents a promising opportunity to enhance immersive learning and deepen student understanding of complex subjects. Despite its potential, the widespread adoption of VR in classrooms remains limited due to challenges such as high costs, inadequate teacher training, and the difficulty in aligning VR with existing curricula. This study aims to explore the impact of VR on student engagement, conceptual understanding, and learning outcomes across diverse educational settings. A qualitative approach was employed, involving semi-structured interviews, participant observations, and document analysis with students, teachers, and curriculum developers at two secondary schools and one university in Jakarta, Indonesia. The findings reveal that VR significantly enhances student engagement, promotes deeper conceptual understanding, and fosters emotional connections to learning materials. However, challenges related to technological infrastructure, teacher readiness, and curriculum integration were also identified. The study concludes that while VR has substantial educational benefits, its successful implementation requires overcoming these barriers through targeted training, improved content design, and a more systematic approach to curriculum integration. This research contributes to the growing knowledge of educational technologies, offering practical insights into how VR can effectively transform teaching and learning practices. 
Beyond the basics: A qualitative exploration of mathematics teaching effectiveness in South African secondary schools Mokoena, Oratilwe Penwell; Seeletse, Solly Matshonisa
Primatika : Jurnal Pendidikan Matematika Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Matematika, Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Mulawarman

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30872/primatika.v14i1.4646

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In the world of teaching mathematics, significant disparities persist in teaching effectiveness and the interventions employed by educators. This study investigates the challenges faced by mathematics teachers and explores interventions to enhance learner performance. Through a qualitative research design, seven dedicated mathematics teachers were sampled using a purposive snowball sampling approach. Data were gathered through structured interviews with participants from selected secondary schools in the Madibeng Local Municipality. The study findings underpin the hurdles teachers encounter, including insufficient resources, congested annual teaching plans, demotivated learners, ill-discipline, and subject coercion. These issues are further compounded by the broader educational inequalities in the South African education system, a legacy of its fragmented and unequal education system inherited from the apartheid dispensation. Despite these challenges, government schoolteachers adopted effective strategies such as scaffolding, weekly assessments, the use of past exam papers, and learner-centered approaches. The study concludes that to enhance teaching effectiveness, teachers need robust support and adequate resources. Additionally, government bodies, school heads of departments, and principals must effectively collaborate to provide these necessary support and resources, thereby improving learner outcomes and reducing dropout rates. This study contributes invaluable insights into the complexities of teaching mathematics, highlighting effective practices and interventions to keep learners engaged and prevent them from swaying away to mathematical literacy or leaving school altogether.
Empowering Women Communities through Skill Development and Leadership Programs Mokoena, Oratilwe Penwell
Assoeltan: Indonesian Journal of Community Research and Engagement Vol. 3 No. 03 (2025): Assoeltan: Indonesian Journal of Community Research and Engagement
Publisher : Edujavare Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70610/assoeltan.v3i03.1025

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Women’s empowerment remains a central challenge in community development, particularly in rural settings where limited access to education, economic resources, and leadership opportunities constrains women’s potential. This community engagement program aimed to strengthen women’s capacity through integrated skill development and leadership training based on the Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) approach. The program involved 35 women in Desa Sukamakmur over six months, engaging them in participatory mapping, focus group discussions, workshops, and peer mentoring sessions. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and pre-post assessments, then analyzed using mixed methods, including descriptive statistics, thematic analysis, and correlation tests. The findings showed a significant increase in participants’ entrepreneurship skills and leadership confidence, supported by a strong correlation between skill acquisition and leadership capacity (r = 0.71, p < 0.01). Qualitatively, women demonstrated greater confidence, collaboration, and participation in community decision-making. The program concluded that combining practical skills with leadership empowerment fosters sustainable, community-led transformation. Its contribution lies in providing a replicable model of participatory women’s empowerment that bridges economic independence and social leadership.
Co-Authors Boshomane, Itumeleng Tebele Iqbal, Khurshed Matlala, France Mukonza, Ricky Munyaradzi Nkobeni, Maseeng Lydia Ntuli, Sam Thembelihle Ntuli, Thembelihle Sam Raesebe Johanna, Mokolome Seeletse, Solly Matshonisa Tesema, Ayenew Kassie Tshabalala, Kontswi Donald Waham, Jihad Jaafar