Lungiswa Nkonki
Biographic Data
| ID | 6334246 |
|---|---|
| NAME | Lungiswa Nkonki |
| GIVEN NAMES | Lungiswa |
| FAMILY NAME | Nkonki |
| SIGNATURE | NKONKI L |
| AFFILIATIONS | South African Medical Research Council |
| ORCID | 0000-0003-2011-5844 |
| VERIFIED | Yes |
| TOTAL WORKS | 6 |
| TOTAL CITATIONS | 2 |
| WORKS AS AUTHOR | 5 |
| WORKS AS EDITOR | 1 |
| FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2011 |
| LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR | 2026 |
| H-INDEX | 1 |
Foundation phase teachers' perspectives on the Total Physical Response (TPR) approach in facilitating second language acquisition
This study explored the influence of the Total Physical Response (TPR) approach on improving English vocabulary acquisition among young learners and examined whether learner engagement is enhanced through the coordination of language and physical movement. The aim was to evaluate TPR as a teaching method aligned with how children naturally acquire language, combining verbal commands with physical actions to support first additional language learn…
A systematic review of economic evaluations conducted on gender-transformative interventions aimed at preventing unintended pregnancy and promoting sexual health in adolescents
Prevalence and risk factors of short birth interval in Bangladesh
The Sustainable Development Goals 3 targets significant reductions in maternal and under-five deaths by 2030. The prevalence of these deaths is significantly associated with short birth intervals (SBI). Identification of factors associated with SBI is pivotal for intervening with appropriate programmes to reduce occurrence of SBI and associated adverse consequences. This study aimed to determine the factors associated with SBI in Bangladesh. A to…
South-Africa (Goodstart III) trial
In light of South Africa's generalized HIV/AIDS epidemic coupled with high infant mortality, we undertook a cluster Randomized Control Trial (2008-10) assessing the effect of Community Health Worker (CHW) antenatal and postnatal home visits on, amongst other indicators, levels of HIV-free survival, and exclusive and appropriate infant feeding at 12 weeks. Cost and time implications were calculated, by assessing the 15 participating CHWs, using fi…
A partial economic evaluation of blended learning in teaching health research methods
BACKGROUND: Novel research training approaches are needed in global health, particularly in sub-Saharan African universities, to support strengthening of health systems and services. Blended learning (BL), combining face-to-face teaching with computer-based technologies, is also an accessible and flexible education method for teaching global health and related topics. When organised as inter-institutional collaboration, BL also has potential for …
Explaining household socio-economic related child health inequalities using multiple methods in three diverse settings in South Africa
This study provides evidence that socio-economic inequalities are highly prevalent within the relatively poor black population. Poor socio-economic position exposes infants to ill health. In addition, the use of immunisation services was lower in the poor households. These inequalities need to be explicitly addressed in future programme planning to improve child health for all South Africans
South-Africa (Goodstart III) trial
In light of South Africa's generalized HIV/AIDS epidemic coupled with high infant mortality, we undertook a cluster Randomized Control Trial (2008-10) assessing the effect of Community Health Worker (CHW) antenatal and postnatal home visits on, amongst other indicators, levels of HIV-free survival, and exclusive and appropriate infant feeding at 12 weeks. Cost and time implications were calculated, by assessing the 15 participating CHWs, using fi…
Explaining household socio-economic related child health inequalities using multiple methods in three diverse settings in South Africa
This study provides evidence that socio-economic inequalities are highly prevalent within the relatively poor black population. Poor socio-economic position exposes infants to ill health. In addition, the use of immunisation services was lower in the poor households. These inequalities need to be explicitly addressed in future programme planning to improve child health for all South Africans
A partial economic evaluation of blended learning in teaching health research methods
BACKGROUND: Novel research training approaches are needed in global health, particularly in sub-Saharan African universities, to support strengthening of health systems and services. Blended learning (BL), combining face-to-face teaching with computer-based technologies, is also an accessible and flexible education method for teaching global health and related topics. When organised as inter-institutional collaboration, BL also has potential for …
South-Africa (Goodstart III) trial
In light of South Africa's generalized HIV/AIDS epidemic coupled with high infant mortality, we undertook a cluster Randomized Control Trial (2008-10) assessing the effect of Community Health Worker (CHW) antenatal and postnatal home visits on, amongst other indicators, levels of HIV-free survival, and exclusive and appropriate infant feeding at 12 weeks. Cost and time implications were calculated, by assessing the 15 participating CHWs, using fi…
Prevalence and risk factors of short birth interval in Bangladesh
The Sustainable Development Goals 3 targets significant reductions in maternal and under-five deaths by 2030. The prevalence of these deaths is significantly associated with short birth intervals (SBI). Identification of factors associated with SBI is pivotal for intervening with appropriate programmes to reduce occurrence of SBI and associated adverse consequences. This study aimed to determine the factors associated with SBI in Bangladesh. A to…
A systematic review of economic evaluations conducted on gender-transformative interventions aimed at preventing unintended pregnancy and promoting sexual health in adolescents
Foundation phase teachers' perspectives on the Total Physical Response (TPR) approach in facilitating second language acquisition
This study explored the influence of the Total Physical Response (TPR) approach on improving English vocabulary acquisition among young learners and examined whether learner engagement is enhanced through the coordination of language and physical movement. The aim was to evaluate TPR as a teaching method aligned with how children naturally acquire language, combining verbal commands with physical actions to support first additional language learn…
Medicine (4 works) · Environmental health (3 works) · Global Maternal and Child Health (3 works) · Business (2 works) · Demography (2 works) · Population (2 works) · Public health (2 works) · Activity-based costing (1 work) · Blended Learning (1 work) · Breast feeding (1 work)