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Original Research
Unreported and unaddressed: Students with disabilities 
experience of school violence in Zambia
Janet Njelesani, Jessica Si, Drake Swarm
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a849 | 30 March 2022

Original Research
Special educators’ intentions towards supporting practice of inclusive 
education for students with disabilities in secondary schools in Ghana
Maxwell P. Opoku
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a875 | 31 March 2022

Original Research
Communication strategies used by adolescents with autism 
spectrum disorder and health professionals during treatment
Monica Araujo, Munyane Mophosho, Sharon Moonsamy
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a811 | 31 March 2022

Original Research
Evaluating the awareness and knowledge of dyslexia among 
primary school teachers in Tshwane District, South Africa
Mary M. Makgato, Monicca Leseyane-Kgari, Madoda Cekiso, 
Itani P. Mandende, Rose Masha
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a807 | 28 April 2022

Original Research
Working in the time of COVID-19: Rehabilitation clinicians’ reflections 
of working in Gauteng’s public healthcare during the pandemic
Hester M. van Biljon, Lana van Niekerk
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a889 | 28 April 2022

Original Research
How education, training and development support the  
wellness of employees with disabilities
Zelna van Niekerk, Mbulaheni O. Maguvhe, Meahabo D. Magano
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a882 | 29 April 2022

Original Research
The lived experience of people with upper limb absence living 
in Uganda: A qualitative study
Dafne Zuleima Morgado Ramirez, Brenda Nakandi, Robert Ssekitoleko, 
Louise Ackers, Erisa Mwaka, Laurence Kenney, Cathy Holloway, 
Maggie Donovan-Hall
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a890 | 20 May 2022

Original Research
Monitoring disability inclusion: Setting a baseline for South Africa
Helen Suich, Marguerite Schneider
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1020 | 27 May 2022

Original Research
A path toward disability-inclusive health in Zimbabwe Part 1:  
A qualitative study on access to healthcare
Tracey Smythe, Thubelihle Mabhena, Shepherd Murahwi, 
Tapiwanashe Kujinga, Hannah Kuper, Simbarashe Rusakaniko
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a990 | 30 May 2022

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Community Paper
The development of a policy brief on physical activity and 
health in Africa for children and adolescents with disabilities: 
COVID-19 and beyond
Rowena Naidoo, Verusia Chetty, Marie E.M. Young, Phindile E. 
Mahlalela, Philippe J. Gradidge, Soraya Maart, Dané Coetzee, 
Brett Smith, Estelle Lambert
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1100 | 15 December 2022

Opinion Paper
Oculocutaneous albinism in southern Africa: Historical background, 
genetic, clinical and psychosocial issues
Jennifer G.R. Kromberg, Robyn Kerr
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a877 | 14 October 2022

Review Article 
Services and interventions needed to prevent secondary  
health conditions throughout the life span of people with  
spinal cord injury, South Africa
Sonti I. Pilusa, Hellen Myezwa, Joanne Potterton
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a881 | 11 November 2022

Original Research
Disability-inclusive community development: A case of 
a community garden in Limpopo province in  
South Africa
Brian Tigere, Theresa Moyo
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a850 | 06 January 2022

Original Research
Difficulties in teaching Grade 3 learners with reading problems  
in full-service schools in South Africa
Thembi A. Phala, Anna Hugo
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a906 | 10 February 2022

Original Research
Perspectives of key stakeholders on educational experiences 
of children with autism spectrum disorders at  
the Kenyan Coast
Amina Abubakar, Joseph K. Gona, Patricia Kipkemoi,  
Kenneth Rimba, Dennis Amukambwa, Charles R.J.C.  
Newton
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a847 | 23 February 2022

Original Research
Self-identified intervention priorities amongst women with road 
accident-acquired physical disabilities in South Africa
Laura Hartmann, Alison Hamilton, Amelia van der Merwe,  
Stefani du Toit, Wendy Xakayi, Xanthe Hunt
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a867 | 25 February 2022

Original Research
Knowledge, perceptions and experiences of risk to sexual 
violence among adults with intellectual disabilities in 
Cape Town, South Africa
Callista K. Kahonde, Rebecca Johns
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a837 | 18 March 2022

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Original Research
A path toward disability-inclusive health in Zimbabwe Part 2:  
A qualitative study on the national response to COVID-19
Tracey Smythe, Thubelihle Mabhena, Shepherd Murahwi, 
Tapiwanashe Kujinga, Hannah Kuper, Simbarashe Rusakaniko
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a991 | 30 May 2022

Original Research
Physical activity promotion in persons with spinal cord injuries: 
Barriers and facilitators in low-resource communities
Candace Vermaak, Suzanne Ferreira, Elmarie Terblanche,  
Wayne Derman
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a988 | 09 June 2022

Original Research
The subjective experiences of students with invisible disabilities 
at a historically disadvantaged university
Carushca de Beer, Serena Isaacs, Cameron Lawrence, Gugulethu 
Cebekhulu, Jade M. Morkel, Jonathan Nell, Noluthando Mpisane, Wayne P. 
van Tonder, Yolanda R. Mayman, Lobisa Z. Thobenjane, Athena Pedro
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a932 | 10 June 2022

Original Research
The matrix of linguistic exclusions impeding career  
construction for D/deaf learners
Unati Stemela-Zali, Harsha Kathard, Maximus M. Sefotho
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a935 | 13 June 2022

Original Research
Towards interventions on school dropouts for disabled learners  
amidst and post-COVID-19 pandemic
Tawanda Makuyana
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1009 | 24 June 2022

Original Research
The support needs of families raising children with intellectual disability
Mantji J. Modula
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a952 | 27 June 2022

Original Research
Teaching learners with autism in the South African  
inclusive classroom: Pedagogic strategies and possibilities
Moleli Nthibeli, Dominic Griffiths, Tanya Bekker
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a979 | 30 June 2022

Original Research
Experiences of spinal cord injury patients admitted to the  
rehabilitation unit at the national referral hospital in 
Khomas region, Namibia
Daniel O. Ashipala, Lettie Langendorf
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1018 | 27 July 2022

Original Research
Psychosocial challenges of children with disabilities in 
Sekhukhune District, Limpopo province of South Africa: 
Towards a responsive integrated disability strategy
Matthews M. Makwela, Elizabeth I. Smit
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Challenges of caregivers providing care to children with  
disabilities at non-governmental organisations in  
Tshwane townships, South Africa
Sharifa Moosa-Tayob, Patrone R. Risenga
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a930 | 28 July 2022

Original Research
Strategies employed in coping with physical disabilities 
acquired during adulthood in rural South Africa
Marubini C. Sadiki, Israel Kibirige
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a907 | 05 August 2022

Original Research
Exploring the role and lived experiences of people with disabilities 
working in the agricultural sector in northern Nigeria the 
agricultural sector in northern Nigeria
Precious N. Sango, Mohammed Bello, Roy Deveau, Kevin Gager, 
Belinda Boateng, Hauwa K. Ahmed, Mohammed N. Azam
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a897 | 16 August 2022

Original Research
Provision and use of physical rehabilitation services for adults 
with disabilities in Rwanda: A descriptive study
Anne Kumurenzi, Julie Richardson, Lehana Thabane, Jeanne Kagwiza, 
Ines Musabyemariya, Jackie Bosch
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1004 | 30 August 2022

Original Research
Exploring Senior Phase teachers’ competencies in supporting 
learners with specific learning difficulties: Implications for 
inclusive education
Mubi F. Mavuso
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a901 | 31 August 2022

Original Research
Activity and participation experiences of people with disabilities 
in Ethiopia
Terry Krupa, Rosemary Lysaght, Yetnayet S. Yehuala, Heather M. 
Aldersey, Molalign B. Adugna, Dorothy Kessler, Beata Batorowicz, 
Jasmine Montagnese, Klodiana Kolomitro
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1002 | 16 September 2022

Original Research
Mobility impairment and life satisfaction in the Northern 
Region of Malawi
Jared M. Alswang, William B. Belshe, Dexter Killi, Weston 
Bandawe, Erin S. Silliman, Aaron C. Bastian, Brooke K. 
Upchurch, Megan F. Bastian, Sierra M. Pinal, Mark B. Klein, 
Bertha Ndhlozi, Mauricio Silva, John Chipolombwe,  
Rachel M. Thompson
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1013 | 22 September 2022

Original Research
Implementation of UN Convention on the Rights of  
Persons with Disabilities in public and private schools  
in three districts of Uganda
Elijah Musenyente, Marie L. Han, Michel Knigge
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The effects of cognitive effort on academic performance of 
learners with cochlear implants in a private mainstream school in Gauteng
Lior Blumenthal, Maximus M. Sefotho
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a886 | 28 October 2022

Original Research
Guidelines for leadership development of youth with physical 
disabilities through leisure education: A Delphi study
Makhaya J. Malema, Luzaan Africa, Linda Caldwell, Marie Young, Lisa Wegner
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1073 | 04 November 2022

Original Research
A case study of interventions to facilitate learning for pupils with 
hearing impairment in Tanzania
Tron V. Tronstad, Bjørn Gjessing, Ingvild Ørland, Tone Øderud, 
Cosmas Mnyanyi, Isaack Myovela, Jon Øygarden
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a974 | 10 November 2022

Original Research
‘I might be lucky and go back to school’: Factors affecting 
inclusion in education for children with disabilities in rural Malawi
Lena M. Banks, Xanthe Hunt, Khumbo Kalua, Providence Nindi, 
Maria Zuurmond, Tom Shakespeare
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a981 | 14 November 2022

Original Research
The resilience of learners with specific learning disability in unequally 
resourced learners with special education needs schools in diverse contexts
Daphney Mawila
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1044 | 29 November 2022

Original Research
The status and use of prosthetic devices by persons with lower 
limb amputation in Rwanda
Robert Ngarambe, Jean Baptiste Sagahutu, Assuman Nuhu,  
David K. Tumusiime
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1081 | 09 December 2022

Original Research
Factors affecting length of hospital stay in stroke survivors in  
South Africa: A call for a stroke unit
Stephanie C. Pillay, Roxann Redant, Nadia Umuneza, Azra Hoosen, 
Fiona Breytenbach, Sameera Haffejee, Zvifadzo Matsena-Zingoni, 
Kganetso Sekome
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1065 | 12 December 2022

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Non-Disclosure of abuse in children and young adults with 
disabilities: Reasons and mitigation strategies Northwest 
Region of Cameroon
Glory T. Tsangue, Jacque Chirac Awa, Josephine Nsono,  
Charlotte W. Ayima, Pius M. Tih
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1025 | 14 December 2022

Original Research
Literature profiling on tourism, impairment and disability issues:  
A future directional guide
Tawanda Makuyana, Engelina du Plessis,  
Oliver Chikuta
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a862 | 14 December 2022

Original Research
The consequence of head-loading on the neuro-musculoskeletal  
health of the ILembe District youth of KwaZulu-Natal
Tebogo G. Motaung, Terry J. Ellapen, Yvonne Paul
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1039 | 14 December 2022

Original Research
Quality of life and its predicting factors for Tunisian children  
with cerebral palsy
Ghanmi Marwa, Sahbi Mtawaa, Emna Toulgui, Rihab Moncer, 
Walid Wannes, Khaled Maaref, Sonia Jemni
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1046 | 15 December 2022

Original Research
A review of the framework and strategy for disability  
and rehabilitation services in South Africa
Naeema A.R. Hussein El Kout, Sonti Pilusa, Khetsiwe Dlamini Masuku
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a893 | 15 December 2022

Conference Report
Child disability and family-centred care in East Africa:  
Perspectives from a workshop with stakeholders and  
health practitioners
Pauline Samia, Susan Wamithi, Amina Kassam, Melissa Tirkha,  
Edward Kija, Ayalew Moges, Arnab Seal, Peter Rosenbaum, 
Robert Armstrong
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a931 | 29 July 2022

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Editorial
Disability unplugged: What really matters to people with disabilities?
Chioma Ohajunwa, Callista Kahonde, Arne H. Eide, Lieketseng Ned
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1172 | 15 December 2022

Opinion Paper
Promoting regional coherence and cohesion amidst multiple 
assistive technology initiatives in Africa
Surona J. Visagie, Malcolm MacLachlan, Elsje Scheffler,  
Nikola Seymour
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a937 | 10 February 2022

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Parenting a child with disability in rural South Africa:  
Navigating the healthcare system
Marubini C. Sadiki
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a942 | 25 October 2022

Opinion Paper
Transport experiences of people with disabilities  
during learnerships
Amanda E. Gibberd, Ntombizivumile Hankwebe
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a936 | 18 October 2022

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Opinion Paper
Challenges and opportunities of centring the African voice in 
disability research
Lieketseng Y. Ned, Kudakwashe Dube, Leslie Swartz
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1089 | 31 October 2022

Review Article
The Chaeli Campaign Journal Club: Strengthening evidence-based  
practice and contributing to practice-based evidence in  
under-resourced South African communities
Rosemary Luger, Martha Geiger, Olwethu Nqevu, Ann Bullen,  
Faizah Toefy
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a943 | 18 May 2022

Original Research
Local knowledge in inclusive education policies in Africa:  
informing sustainable outcomes
Chioma O. Ohajunwa
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a941 | 31 January 2022

Original Research
Key considerations for an inclusive framework for youth with  
disabilities in post-apartheid South Africa
Marlene F. le Roux
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a954 | 11 November 2022

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Introducing the Including Disability in Education in Africa Research  
Unit at the University of Cape Town
Richard Vergunst, Judith McKenzie
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a946 | 24 January 2022

Original Research
Post stroke health-related quality of life, stroke severity and 
function: A longitudinal cohort study
Tasneem Hartley, Marlette Burger, Gakeemah  
Inglis-Jasiem
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a947 | 26 January 2022

Original Research
The development of a suitable training model for students  
with disabilities at a training institution in South Africa
Johanna C. Janse van Rensburg-Welling,  
Jean E. Mitchell
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a949 | 09 December 2022

Reviewer Acknowledgement
African Journal of Disability | Vol 11 | a1161 | 14 December 2022

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