Background Evidence shows that intimate partner violence (IPV) occurs more frequently in sub-Saha... more Background Evidence shows that intimate partner violence (IPV) occurs more frequently in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) than in other regions of the world. However, limited empirical studies exist on the help-seeking behaviour of women who had experienced IPV in SSA. This study aimed to examine the help-seeking behaviour of women who had experienced IPV in SSA and the factors associated with their inability to seek help after experiencing IPV. Methods This is a quantitative study based on data from the latest demographic and health surveys (DHS) of 24 SSA countries. A sample of 53,446 women aged 15–49 years was included in the study. Associations between women’s background characteristics and their help-seeking behaviour after experiencing IPV were examined using proportions and multivariate logistic regression models. Results Overall, 60.7% of the sample did not seek help after experiencing IPV. Women's inability to seek help for IPV was highest in Mali (80.4%) and lowest in Tanzania...
Background Anaemia has become a major public health concern among women in Sub-Saharan Africa (SS... more Background Anaemia has become a major public health concern among women in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, little is known about the spatial disparities in anaemia prevalence and their associated factors among pregnant women in the region. This study analysed the spatial disparities in anaemia and their associated factors among pregnant women in rural and urban settings in SSA. Methods This is a secondary analysis of the most recent demographic and health surveys of 26 countries in SSA. Spatial autocorrelation and hotspot assessment were conducted, while a multivariate logistic regression model was used to identify demographic factors associated with anaemia. Results Anaemia was reported among ~50% of pregnant women in urban and rural areas of SSA. The hotspot analysis identified the West African sub-region as having a higher concentration of anaemia cases in rural settings. In urban areas, the odds of anaemia were significantly higher among pregnant women in their second trimest...
Background Several studies have shown that unskilled birth attendance is associated with maternal... more Background Several studies have shown that unskilled birth attendance is associated with maternal and neonatal morbidity, disability, and death in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, little evidence exists on prevailing geospatial variations and the factors underscoring the patterns of unskilled birth attendance in the region. This study analysed the geospatial disparities and factors associated with unskilled birth attendance in SSA. Methods The study is based on data from thirty (30) SSA countries captured in the latest (2010–2019) demographic and health surveys (DHS). A total of 200,736 women aged between 15–49 years were included in the study. Geospatial methods including spatial autocorrelation and hot spot analysis as well as logistic regression models were used to analyse the data. Results There were random spatial variations in unskilled birth attendance in SSA, with the main hotspot located in Chad, whereas South Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo showed coldspots. ...
As leaders of tomorrow, we, the African YouthMappers, are taking the initiative of contributing t... more As leaders of tomorrow, we, the African YouthMappers, are taking the initiative of contributing toward the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals that are a blueprint for a better and more sustainable future for all. Our contributions center on the generation of open geospatial data, which is critical when making decisions on achieving desired development across all seventeen goals. In response to the African continent’s alleged data inadequacies, YouthMappers, as vital members of the OpenStreetMap community, have made significant contributions to open geospatial data in Africa. This chapter highlights the contribution of YouthMappers to not just build maps – which especially supports reduced inequalities around data access in Africa (SDG 10) – but also to build mappers – by advancing the geospatial capacity of young people across the continent, addressing (SDG 8) decent work and economic growth.
Introduction Evidence shows that most women in Ghana do not meet the minimum 8-contact model for ... more Introduction Evidence shows that most women in Ghana do not meet the minimum 8-contact model for antenatal care as recommended by WHO with only 31.2%-41.9% of them meeting the recommendation. To the best of our knowledge, no study in Ghana has examined women’s noncompliance with the WHO’s recommended 8-contact model for antenatal care using geospatial analysis, as this study sets out to do. Methods We sourced data from the recent version of the Ghana Maternal Health Survey which was executed in 2017. A sample of 10,077 women with complete data participated in this study. The link between the explanatory variables and the outcome variable was investigated using binary and multivariate logistic regression models and Spatial analyses such as spatial autocorrelation (Moran's I), hotspot, cluster and outlier analysis, and geographically weighted regression were conducted using ArcMap version 10.7. Results Districts found in the north-eastern and south-western parts of the country wer...
Background Cervical cancer significantly affects women in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, limi... more Background Cervical cancer significantly affects women in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, limited studies have concentrated on cervical screening behaviour among women in SSA. This study aimed to assess the interplay of distance to health facilities and socio-demographic factors with cervical screening behaviour among women in five SSA countries. Methods The study was based on pooled data of 40,555 women included in Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) conducted between 2013 to 2021. Proportions and logistic regression models were used in assessing the interplay of distance to health facilities and socio-demographic factors with cervical screening behaviour. Results Approximately, 7.9% of women that saw the distance to a health facility as a big problem, tested for cervical cancer compared to 13.5% who indicated that distance to a health facility is not a big problem. More women in urban areas, with a higher level of education, of richest wealth index, aged 40–44 years and using ...
Introduction: Evidence shows that most women in Ghana do not meet the minimum antenatal care visi... more Introduction: Evidence shows that most women in Ghana do not meet the minimum antenatal care visits as recommended by WHO with only 31.2%-41.9% of them meeting the recommendation. To the best of our knowledge, no study in Ghana has examined women’s noncompliance with the WHO’s recommended eight antenatal visits using geospatial analysis, as this study sets out to do. Methods We sourced data from the recent version of the Ghana Maternal Health Survey which was executed in 2017. A sample of 10,077 women with complete data participated in this study. The link between the explanatory variables and the outcome variable was investigated using binary and multivariate logistic regression models and Spatial analyses such as spatial autocorrelation (Moran's I), hotspot, cluster and outlier analysis, and geographically weighted regression were conducted using ArcMap version 10.7. Results Districts found in the north-eastern and south-western parts of the country were more likely to experie...
Background Unskilled birth attendance is a major public health concern in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA... more Background Unskilled birth attendance is a major public health concern in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Existing studies are hardly focused on the socio-demographic correlates and geospatial distribution of unskilled birth attendance in Chad (a country in SSA), although the country has consistently been identified as having one of the highest prevalence of maternal and neonatal deaths in the world. This study aimed to analyse the socio-demographic correlates and geospatial distribution of unskilled birth attendance in Chad. Methods The study is based on the latest Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) data for Chad. A total of 10,745 women aged between 15 and 49 years were included in this study. A multilevel analysis based on logistic regression was conducted to estimate associations of respondents’ socio-demographic characteristics with unskilled birth attendance. Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping tools, including Getis-Ord Gi hotspot analysis tool and geographically weighted ...
Journal of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene for Development
Since the adoption of Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) in Ghana in 2012, eight (8) partners ... more Since the adoption of Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) in Ghana in 2012, eight (8) partners have been involved in the implementation of the approach in over 140 districts. Although the COVID-19 pandemic has reinforced the need for improved sanitation and hygiene practices, the nature and the extent of the impact of the pandemic on the implementation of CLTS remains empirically unclear. This study sought to explore the perceptions and experiences of implementing partners about the impact of COVID-19 on CLTS in Ghana. Using a purposive sampling technique, the study gathered data from 22 representatives using the in-depth interview technique. The study revealed that the implementing partners revealed that the pandemic has had both positive and negative impacts on the implementation of CLTS in Ghana. Negatively, the pandemic stalled the activities of CLTS through the ban on social gathering. On the other hand, the pandemic reinforced the need for CLTS through increased construction...
Current Research Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 2020
Globally, studies have provided significant facts about pedestrian demographic characteristics in... more Globally, studies have provided significant facts about pedestrian demographic characteristics influencing road crossing behaviour of pedestrians. However, there seems to be an unconcluded argument about the influence of demographic characteristics on road crossing behaviour. This study aimed at examine the gender differences in road crossing behaviour of UCC students on campus. The study was done by mapping out the road conditions of pedestrian crossing sites, identifing the perceived gender prone to indulge in bad road crossing behaviour and examine the gendered perception towards drivers’ attitude on road crossing behaviour on campus. An observation checklist was used to observe the road crossing behaviour of both men and women while one Focused Group Discusions was conducted each for men and women groups on UCC campus. Results indicated that men were more prone to road crossing accidents than women. Further analysis showed differing drivers attitudes towards pedestrians and road...
Populations in peri-urban communities of Sub-Saharan Africa frequently depend on shallow aquifers... more Populations in peri-urban communities of Sub-Saharan Africa frequently depend on shallow aquifers and on-site sanitation facilities concurrently. Routinely, domestic wells end up too close to toilet facilities, risking groundwater contamination. For coastal communities, saltwater intrusion adds to the risk of groundwater contamination. This study assessed both risks in five peri-urban communities of Cape Coast, Ghana. Groundwater samples collected from 40 domestic wells were analyzed for physicochemical and microbial constituents. Multivariate statistics including hierarchical cluster analysis (HCA) and principal component analysis (PCA) were used to classify and link contaminants to potential sources. Results indicate high enteric bacteria contamination in 98% of the samples, as well as high enrichment in physicochemical constituents, tied largely to impacts of on-site sanitation facilities. We found that wells located within 25 m of septic tanks/toilet facilities contained higher ...
Background Globally, about 810 women die every day due to pregnancy and its related complications... more Background Globally, about 810 women die every day due to pregnancy and its related complications. Although the death of women during pregnancy or childbirth has declined from 342 deaths to 211 deaths per 100,000 live births between 2000 and 2017, maternal mortality is still higher, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, where 86% of all deaths occur. Methods A secondary analysis was carried out using the 2014 Ghana Demographic and Health Survey. A sample total of 4,290 women who had a live birth in the 5 years preceding the survey was included in the analysis. GIS software was used to explore the spatial distribution of unskilled birth attendance in Ghana. The Geographic Weighted Regression (GWR) was employed to model the spatial relationship of some predictor of unskilled birth attendance. Moreover, a multilevel binary logistic regression model was fitted to identify factors associated with unskilled birth attendance. Results In this study, unskilled birth attendance h...
Emerging youth movements to promote issues reflected in the United Nations Sustainable Developmen... more Emerging youth movements to promote issues reflected in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are celebrated as critical for the future attainment of societal aims. We explore the...
Current Research Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 2020
Globally, studies have provided significant facts about pedestrian demographic characteristics in... more Globally, studies have provided significant facts about pedestrian demographic characteristics influencing road crossing behaviour of pedestrians. However, there seems to be an unconcluded argument about the influence of demographic characteristics on road crossing behaviour. This study examined the gender differences in road crossing behaviour of UCC students on campus. The study was done by mapping out the road conditions of pedestrian crossing sites, identifying the perceived gender prone to indulge in bad road crossing behaviour and examine the gendered perception towards drivers' attitude on road crossing behaviour on campus. An observation checklist was used to observe the road crossing behaviour of both men and women. One Focused Group Discussion was conducted each for men and women groups on UCC campus. Results indicated that men were more prone to road crossing accidents than women. Further analysis showed differing drivers' attitudes towards pedestrians and road crossing behaviours by men and women on campus. It was found that women were relatively treated better than men. It is recommended that road users educated to be sensitive to each other to reduce gender-biased attitude and behaviours while using the road.
Background Evidence shows that intimate partner violence (IPV) occurs more frequently in sub-Saha... more Background Evidence shows that intimate partner violence (IPV) occurs more frequently in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) than in other regions of the world. However, limited empirical studies exist on the help-seeking behaviour of women who had experienced IPV in SSA. This study aimed to examine the help-seeking behaviour of women who had experienced IPV in SSA and the factors associated with their inability to seek help after experiencing IPV. Methods This is a quantitative study based on data from the latest demographic and health surveys (DHS) of 24 SSA countries. A sample of 53,446 women aged 15–49 years was included in the study. Associations between women’s background characteristics and their help-seeking behaviour after experiencing IPV were examined using proportions and multivariate logistic regression models. Results Overall, 60.7% of the sample did not seek help after experiencing IPV. Women's inability to seek help for IPV was highest in Mali (80.4%) and lowest in Tanzania...
Background Anaemia has become a major public health concern among women in Sub-Saharan Africa (SS... more Background Anaemia has become a major public health concern among women in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, little is known about the spatial disparities in anaemia prevalence and their associated factors among pregnant women in the region. This study analysed the spatial disparities in anaemia and their associated factors among pregnant women in rural and urban settings in SSA. Methods This is a secondary analysis of the most recent demographic and health surveys of 26 countries in SSA. Spatial autocorrelation and hotspot assessment were conducted, while a multivariate logistic regression model was used to identify demographic factors associated with anaemia. Results Anaemia was reported among ~50% of pregnant women in urban and rural areas of SSA. The hotspot analysis identified the West African sub-region as having a higher concentration of anaemia cases in rural settings. In urban areas, the odds of anaemia were significantly higher among pregnant women in their second trimest...
Background Several studies have shown that unskilled birth attendance is associated with maternal... more Background Several studies have shown that unskilled birth attendance is associated with maternal and neonatal morbidity, disability, and death in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, little evidence exists on prevailing geospatial variations and the factors underscoring the patterns of unskilled birth attendance in the region. This study analysed the geospatial disparities and factors associated with unskilled birth attendance in SSA. Methods The study is based on data from thirty (30) SSA countries captured in the latest (2010–2019) demographic and health surveys (DHS). A total of 200,736 women aged between 15–49 years were included in the study. Geospatial methods including spatial autocorrelation and hot spot analysis as well as logistic regression models were used to analyse the data. Results There were random spatial variations in unskilled birth attendance in SSA, with the main hotspot located in Chad, whereas South Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo showed coldspots. ...
As leaders of tomorrow, we, the African YouthMappers, are taking the initiative of contributing t... more As leaders of tomorrow, we, the African YouthMappers, are taking the initiative of contributing toward the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals that are a blueprint for a better and more sustainable future for all. Our contributions center on the generation of open geospatial data, which is critical when making decisions on achieving desired development across all seventeen goals. In response to the African continent’s alleged data inadequacies, YouthMappers, as vital members of the OpenStreetMap community, have made significant contributions to open geospatial data in Africa. This chapter highlights the contribution of YouthMappers to not just build maps – which especially supports reduced inequalities around data access in Africa (SDG 10) – but also to build mappers – by advancing the geospatial capacity of young people across the continent, addressing (SDG 8) decent work and economic growth.
Introduction Evidence shows that most women in Ghana do not meet the minimum 8-contact model for ... more Introduction Evidence shows that most women in Ghana do not meet the minimum 8-contact model for antenatal care as recommended by WHO with only 31.2%-41.9% of them meeting the recommendation. To the best of our knowledge, no study in Ghana has examined women’s noncompliance with the WHO’s recommended 8-contact model for antenatal care using geospatial analysis, as this study sets out to do. Methods We sourced data from the recent version of the Ghana Maternal Health Survey which was executed in 2017. A sample of 10,077 women with complete data participated in this study. The link between the explanatory variables and the outcome variable was investigated using binary and multivariate logistic regression models and Spatial analyses such as spatial autocorrelation (Moran's I), hotspot, cluster and outlier analysis, and geographically weighted regression were conducted using ArcMap version 10.7. Results Districts found in the north-eastern and south-western parts of the country wer...
Background Cervical cancer significantly affects women in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, limi... more Background Cervical cancer significantly affects women in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). However, limited studies have concentrated on cervical screening behaviour among women in SSA. This study aimed to assess the interplay of distance to health facilities and socio-demographic factors with cervical screening behaviour among women in five SSA countries. Methods The study was based on pooled data of 40,555 women included in Demographic and Health Surveys (DHS) conducted between 2013 to 2021. Proportions and logistic regression models were used in assessing the interplay of distance to health facilities and socio-demographic factors with cervical screening behaviour. Results Approximately, 7.9% of women that saw the distance to a health facility as a big problem, tested for cervical cancer compared to 13.5% who indicated that distance to a health facility is not a big problem. More women in urban areas, with a higher level of education, of richest wealth index, aged 40–44 years and using ...
Introduction: Evidence shows that most women in Ghana do not meet the minimum antenatal care visi... more Introduction: Evidence shows that most women in Ghana do not meet the minimum antenatal care visits as recommended by WHO with only 31.2%-41.9% of them meeting the recommendation. To the best of our knowledge, no study in Ghana has examined women’s noncompliance with the WHO’s recommended eight antenatal visits using geospatial analysis, as this study sets out to do. Methods We sourced data from the recent version of the Ghana Maternal Health Survey which was executed in 2017. A sample of 10,077 women with complete data participated in this study. The link between the explanatory variables and the outcome variable was investigated using binary and multivariate logistic regression models and Spatial analyses such as spatial autocorrelation (Moran's I), hotspot, cluster and outlier analysis, and geographically weighted regression were conducted using ArcMap version 10.7. Results Districts found in the north-eastern and south-western parts of the country were more likely to experie...
Background Unskilled birth attendance is a major public health concern in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA... more Background Unskilled birth attendance is a major public health concern in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Existing studies are hardly focused on the socio-demographic correlates and geospatial distribution of unskilled birth attendance in Chad (a country in SSA), although the country has consistently been identified as having one of the highest prevalence of maternal and neonatal deaths in the world. This study aimed to analyse the socio-demographic correlates and geospatial distribution of unskilled birth attendance in Chad. Methods The study is based on the latest Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) data for Chad. A total of 10,745 women aged between 15 and 49 years were included in this study. A multilevel analysis based on logistic regression was conducted to estimate associations of respondents’ socio-demographic characteristics with unskilled birth attendance. Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping tools, including Getis-Ord Gi hotspot analysis tool and geographically weighted ...
Journal of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene for Development
Since the adoption of Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) in Ghana in 2012, eight (8) partners ... more Since the adoption of Community-Led Total Sanitation (CLTS) in Ghana in 2012, eight (8) partners have been involved in the implementation of the approach in over 140 districts. Although the COVID-19 pandemic has reinforced the need for improved sanitation and hygiene practices, the nature and the extent of the impact of the pandemic on the implementation of CLTS remains empirically unclear. This study sought to explore the perceptions and experiences of implementing partners about the impact of COVID-19 on CLTS in Ghana. Using a purposive sampling technique, the study gathered data from 22 representatives using the in-depth interview technique. The study revealed that the implementing partners revealed that the pandemic has had both positive and negative impacts on the implementation of CLTS in Ghana. Negatively, the pandemic stalled the activities of CLTS through the ban on social gathering. On the other hand, the pandemic reinforced the need for CLTS through increased construction...
Current Research Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 2020
Globally, studies have provided significant facts about pedestrian demographic characteristics in... more Globally, studies have provided significant facts about pedestrian demographic characteristics influencing road crossing behaviour of pedestrians. However, there seems to be an unconcluded argument about the influence of demographic characteristics on road crossing behaviour. This study aimed at examine the gender differences in road crossing behaviour of UCC students on campus. The study was done by mapping out the road conditions of pedestrian crossing sites, identifing the perceived gender prone to indulge in bad road crossing behaviour and examine the gendered perception towards drivers’ attitude on road crossing behaviour on campus. An observation checklist was used to observe the road crossing behaviour of both men and women while one Focused Group Discusions was conducted each for men and women groups on UCC campus. Results indicated that men were more prone to road crossing accidents than women. Further analysis showed differing drivers attitudes towards pedestrians and road...
Populations in peri-urban communities of Sub-Saharan Africa frequently depend on shallow aquifers... more Populations in peri-urban communities of Sub-Saharan Africa frequently depend on shallow aquifers and on-site sanitation facilities concurrently. Routinely, domestic wells end up too close to toilet facilities, risking groundwater contamination. For coastal communities, saltwater intrusion adds to the risk of groundwater contamination. This study assessed both risks in five peri-urban communities of Cape Coast, Ghana. Groundwater samples collected from 40 domestic wells were analyzed for physicochemical and microbial constituents. Multivariate statistics including hierarchical cluster analysis (HCA) and principal component analysis (PCA) were used to classify and link contaminants to potential sources. Results indicate high enteric bacteria contamination in 98% of the samples, as well as high enrichment in physicochemical constituents, tied largely to impacts of on-site sanitation facilities. We found that wells located within 25 m of septic tanks/toilet facilities contained higher ...
Background Globally, about 810 women die every day due to pregnancy and its related complications... more Background Globally, about 810 women die every day due to pregnancy and its related complications. Although the death of women during pregnancy or childbirth has declined from 342 deaths to 211 deaths per 100,000 live births between 2000 and 2017, maternal mortality is still higher, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, where 86% of all deaths occur. Methods A secondary analysis was carried out using the 2014 Ghana Demographic and Health Survey. A sample total of 4,290 women who had a live birth in the 5 years preceding the survey was included in the analysis. GIS software was used to explore the spatial distribution of unskilled birth attendance in Ghana. The Geographic Weighted Regression (GWR) was employed to model the spatial relationship of some predictor of unskilled birth attendance. Moreover, a multilevel binary logistic regression model was fitted to identify factors associated with unskilled birth attendance. Results In this study, unskilled birth attendance h...
Emerging youth movements to promote issues reflected in the United Nations Sustainable Developmen... more Emerging youth movements to promote issues reflected in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are celebrated as critical for the future attainment of societal aims. We explore the...
Current Research Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities, 2020
Globally, studies have provided significant facts about pedestrian demographic characteristics in... more Globally, studies have provided significant facts about pedestrian demographic characteristics influencing road crossing behaviour of pedestrians. However, there seems to be an unconcluded argument about the influence of demographic characteristics on road crossing behaviour. This study examined the gender differences in road crossing behaviour of UCC students on campus. The study was done by mapping out the road conditions of pedestrian crossing sites, identifying the perceived gender prone to indulge in bad road crossing behaviour and examine the gendered perception towards drivers' attitude on road crossing behaviour on campus. An observation checklist was used to observe the road crossing behaviour of both men and women. One Focused Group Discussion was conducted each for men and women groups on UCC campus. Results indicated that men were more prone to road crossing accidents than women. Further analysis showed differing drivers' attitudes towards pedestrians and road crossing behaviours by men and women on campus. It was found that women were relatively treated better than men. It is recommended that road users educated to be sensitive to each other to reduce gender-biased attitude and behaviours while using the road.
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