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7th Science Annual Research Conference


Theme: "Global Climate Challenges - A SADC Cry on Water, Energy, Health & Food

Security"

13 - 14 November 2019

University of Namibia, Main Campus, Peter Katjavivi Lecture Halls

Technical Program for Day 1

MC: Dr Eli Kasai and Dr Clara Nesongano

Venue Peter Katjavivi Lecture Hall 2

07:30-08:25 Registration

08:30-09:00

Welcoming Remarks & Conference Background: Prof Alex Kanyimba, Deputy Director: Academic Centres, Centre for Research and Publication, University of Namibia

09:05-09:10Introduction of Keynote Speaker: Dr N Nickanor, Dean: Faculty of Science

09:15-09:40Keynote Address - Prof Ponnadurai Ramasami, Department of Chemistry, University of Mauritius, Mauritius

09:45-10:15Open Public Lecture 1 - Prof Kazhila Chinsembu, Department of Biological Science, university of Namibia

10:20-10:45 Health Break

10:50-11:20

Open Public Lecture 2 - Prof Sure Mataramvura, Deputy Dean, Research and Internationalization, Actuarial Science, University of Cape Town

11:25-11:55Open Public Lecture 3 - Dr Komeine Natanga, Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Resources, University of Namibia

12:00-12:30

Open Public Lecture 4 - Prof. Dr. Jan-Heiner Küpper, Instiute of Biotechnology, Brandenburg University of Technology, CEO: Carbon Biotech AG, Senftenberg

12:30-12:55 Poster and Networking

12:55-13:55 Lunch

14:00-17:30 Afternoon Oral Presentation Sessions

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Day 1 Poster Presentation, 13 November 2019

Venue Peter Katjavivi Lecture Halls Foyer

Chair Dr. Eli Kasai & Dr. Clara Nesongano

12:30-12:55

(Should be up by 09h00)

T. David Evaluation of Interpolation Methods for Mapping Potential Hydrogen for Windhoek Municipal Boreholes

W. Howaes Chemical Characterization and Biological Screening of Essential Oil Extracted from Commiphora kraeuseliana resin

L. Elago Prevalence of skin bleaching among University of Zambia female medical students aged 18-45

L. Kambeyo Online Assessment of Scientific Reasoning Skills and Motivation to Learn Science among Grade 5 and 7 Students in Northern Namibia

A. Limbo Overview of the University of Namibia High Performance Computer

M. Hekandjo Design and implementation of online bus ticket reservation system: a case study Silas Ndapuka heavy transport

O.N. Tuhadeleni Women’s Knowledge of Health Promotion in the Prevention of Breast and Cervical Cancer in Oshakati Health District, Namibia

C. Ganes Challenges Of E-Commerce Adoption Within A Namibian Organization

R.T. Alueendo Wireless network security improvement: University of Namibia

Enkono Fillemon Simaneka

Evaluation Of Machine Learning Classification Of Ham And Electronic Fund Transfers Scam Smses

Rauha Tulonga Alueendo

Wireless Networks Security Improvement: University Of Namibia

Mwaatilifange Saavi Rakel Nelao

Acceptance and use of Moodle for teaching computer literacy to first time computer users: A case study of the University of Namibia

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Day 1 Presentation, 13 November 2019

Session Group 1 Group 2 Group 3Venue Peter Katjavivi Lecture Hall 2 Military School: Lecture Hall 3 Military School: Lecture Hall 1Chair Dr. Eli Kasai Dr. Renate Hans Dr. Clara Nesongano

14:00-14:15 FN MwandingiThe potential of the

photovoltaic industry in climate change adaptation

P.M. Chimwamurombe

Pedo-microbiology-IKS-Climate Change Nexus: An applied case for Namibia

S. Louw Essential oils of Namibia: Application of current

fragrance analysis trends

14:20-14:35 E. A. SutinenCo-designing Namibian solutions for securing

sustainable water, energy, health and food: what does it

require?

M. J Johnson Plastic: a good servant and a bad master

S. Kanyemba

Association of Faecalibacterium,

Lachnospira, Veillonella and Rothia with childhood

wheezing

14:40-14:55 M. Amweelo Climate change impacts water resources in SADC region

A. ShipepeBringing Artificial Intelligence

to Agriculture

P. N. Hishimone

Fabrication of copper and copper-based functional

thin-films by spray-coating and its potential

impact on the industrialization and

sustainable development of Namibia

15:00-15:15 LC. Mundia Climate Change as a Global Challenges: A Policy Glimpse

T. NhokodiCulturing, isolating and

identifying campylobacter in Rhodes university water

sources

M. Leya

Vaccination of goats with a combination Salmonella Vector expressing four

Brucella antigens (BLS,PrpA,Omp19, and

SOD) confers protection against Brucella abortus

infection15:20-15:40 Health Break15:45-16:00 L. Kandjengo The Benguela Current Large

Marine Ecosystem: Climate change and its anticipated

impact on Biodiversity and the

M.M. Nyambe Namibian plants for health and nutrition

S.S. Amukugo

The exact size of the smallest maximal packing

of pairs by triples

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Fishing industry

16:05-16:20H. Mukendwa

The impact of Climate Change on water supply

C. RaidronExploration of Lead-Like

Enhanced (LLE) front-loading to source lead compounds from medicinal plants in

Namibia

E. AngulaDesign of a Passive Solar

Dryer for Pearl Millet (Omahangu)

16:25-16:40 I. Shipanga Addressing Development under Climatic Stressed Environment

C. Mukakalisa Antimicrobial and anti-biofilm activity of indigenous

edible tubers of Namibia

L. Pisa An assessment exposure of human to DDT from IRS

16:45-17:00S. Iileka Clean energy for cooking in

Southern AfricaF. Nangolo

Removal of Weeds and Sediments from the Calueque

– Oshakati Canal

Z. Chiguvare

Analysis of Current-Voltage Characteristics of

Thermally Annealed Polymer - Fullerene

Photovoltaic cells

17:05-17:20M. Kalengay

Preparation of transition metal doped iron chromium nano

oxides for application in water purification

M.K. Hausiku

Seaweed Amended Rice Straw Substrate and Its

Influence on Health Related Nutrients, Trace

Elements, Growth and Yield of Edible White Elm Mushroom (Hypsizygus

ulmarius)

END OF ALL DAY 1 ORAL PRESENTATIONS

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DAY 2 ORAL PRESENTATION, 14 NOVEMBER 2019

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Session Biology (Group A-Biological Sciences ) Biology (Group B-Biological Sciences)Venue W100 W111

Chair Ms. M. Johnson Dr. L. Hart

8:00-8:10M. Sililo

Comparative L-asparaginase producing potentials of fungal endophytes isolated from Namibian medicinal plant

species: Aloe vera, Tylosema esculentum, Moringa ovalifolia and Moringa oleifera”

M.Dos SantosAnalysis of actinomycetes from mine tailings , their plant growth promoting activities and heavy metal

tolerance

8:15-8:25 M. Soini Antibacterial effect of Moringa oleiferaJ. Guises

Determination of antibiotic and lignocellulolytic enzyme producing fungal and bacterial communities in

the hot springs of Namibia

8:30-8:40 B. MarondedzePhysico-chemical, Microbiological and Sensory evaluation

of probiotic yoghurt fortified with baobab fruit pulpA. Afadzinu

Production of Antimicrobial and Antioxidants from Heavy Metal Resistant Filamentous Fungi

8:45-8:55C. Gamanya Evaluation of efficacy of plant extracts as antibacterial

treatmentsK. Angula

Assessment of biological indices and bioaccumulation of heavy metals in two mussel species, Perna perna and Mytilus galloprovincialis along the central west coast

of Namibia

9:00-9:10 N.l NdilengaDetermining the influence of rainfall and temperature on

the flowering phenology of Nidorella residifolia in Namibia using herbarium data

M.MwingaIsolation, morphological and physiological

characterisation of actinomycetes isolates from dorob national park (namib desert) soil samples

9:15-9:25 K. BuiswaleloComparisons of body condition of cattle and zebra on farm

kiamsab west364, central namibiaL. Namuhole

In vitro screening of Colophospermum mopane and Nymania capensis extracts for potential anti-cancer and cytotoxic activity on human melanoma (skin)

cancer cell line

9:30-9:40 M. DialloDetermining the Phenological Responses of Aptosimum

lineare to Climate Change in NamibiaT. Hipulile

Diversity analysis and lignocellulyitc enzyme production potential of halophilic actinomycetes

isolated from namibian salt ponds

9:45-9:55 P. Kandela Effectiveness of moringa oleifera seed as coagulant for water purification K. Ochs

The Implications of Ocean Acidification on benthic calcifiers at the Namibian Coast

10:00-10:15 Health Breaks

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10:20-10:30 S. ThivaghoDiversity of hemicellulase producing actinomycetes in

the dunes of the central namib desertV. Muunda

Spatial and Temporal Comparison of Herbaceous Plant Species Composition and Diversity at Farm Kiamsab

West

10:35-10:45 B. PearceAntioxidants and microbiological quality of red wine

grapeJ. April

Assesment of the anti-malarial potential and cytotoxicity of Terminalia sericea and Mundelea sericea

10:50-11:00A. Ndeitya Diversity and antimicrobial producing potential of fungi

isolated from the dunes of the Central Namib Desert.A. Shavuka

Antimicrobial and antioxidant activities of halophilic microorganisms isolated from the Namibian Dead Sea.

11:05-11:15 J. MubianaCharacterization of antibiotic and antioxidant producing

actinomycetes from the Namib desert dunesM. Namupala

Isolation of actinomycetes from Namibian Desert soil.

11:20-11:30L. Endjala

Anti-biofilm activity of selected Namibian medicinal plantsV. Ndara

Leaf epidermal structures of namibian croton and their taxonomic significance

11:35-11:45 L. EloffMolecular speciation of anopheline mosquitoes from

kavango east region, namibia using the polymerase chain reaction (pcr)

H. HangulaPrevalence of Staphylococcus species among Unam

students (Coagulase neative, coagulase positive)

11:50-12:00O. Shavuka

Diversity of lignocellulolytic fungi from Namibia’s dead sea C. MachingautaScreening of Namibian medicinal plants extracts for in

vitro anti-inflammatory activity

12:05-12:15 H. NashandiScreening for enterotoxin production in Staphylococcus

isolated from Unam studentsE. Mvula Assaying the effect of different flavoring ingredients on

yoghurt quality.

12:20-12:30 L. JoelComparison of rangeland condition, herbaceous cover and species occurrence between two ecological zones on Farm

Kiamsab West 364F. Fwanyanga

The namibian dead sea's bacteria diversity and their lignocellulytic enzyme producing potent

12:35-12:45J. Iipumbu Mutation breeding study on oyster and shiitake

mushrooms using gamma irradiation

12:50-14:00 LUNCH, LUNCH, LUNCH

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III IV

Session Chemistry & Biochemistry (Group A-All Biochemistry)Chemistry & Biochemistry (Group B-Physical, Environmental,

Renewable, Analytical, Geochem + 1 Biochemistry)Venue X146 X149

Chair Dr M. Tjiurutue Mr N. Gariseb

8:00-8:10 P. N. NghitilaThe Use of Natural Product Scaffolds in the Synthesis of Potential Anti-infective Agents.

E. N. Hamukwaya

Synthesis and characterization of a multi colorimetric sensor for naked eye detection

of biologically important ions in aqueous soluble mediums

8:15-8:25 S. S. S. HaulineneEvaluation of Oil Extracted from Four

Landraces of Bambara Groundnut Seeds.N. T. Nghipalendjila

A Study on the Phytochemical Analysis of Combretum imberbe

8:30-8:40 S. S. SimasikuAntioxidant Activity and Phytochemical

Screening of Dregia macrantha.K. M. Karipo

The Optical Properties of Copper Oxide Thin Films Heat Treated at Different

Temperatures

8:45-8:55 H. M. MathiasIn Vitro Antioxidant Activity of Selected

Hydrazone Based CompoundsN. L. Nakasole

Hydrolysis Kinetics of Starch in Pearl Millet and Sorghum Grains following

Fermentation and Cooking.

9:00-9:10 G. A. Iipinge

Characterisation of Non-volatile Constituents of Sclerocarya birrea (Marula)

Seed Oil using High Performance Liquid Chromatography Coupled to Mass

Spectrometry

K. N. SimeonComputational Study Of Plocamium Species

From Marine Algae

9:15-9:25 H. N. NdjabayondumeCharacterization of Selected Fermented

Traditional Brews (Otombo, Epwaka, Okatokele, Efau).

T. V. Hoveka

Synthesis and characterization of a colorimetric sensor via the organic

nanoparticle method, for cationic detection in aqueous environment

9:30-9:40 K. O. N. PetrusCharacterization of Mineral-rich Rock Sample using Gamma Spectrometer.

A. A. Z. Wimmerth

The Role of Precursor Concentration and Annealing Temperature on Optical

Properties of ZnO Thin Films Fabricated by the Molecular Precursor Method

9:45-9:55 L. N. T. ShingoThe Synthesis, Characterization and In

Vitro Evaluation of Pyrazole Mono-keto Curcumin Analogs

J. K. KamupingeneSynthesis and characterization of a

chemosensor for copper and selected anions

10:00-10:15 HEALTH BREAK10:20-10:30 R. M. Gatora Antioxidant Activity, Total Phenolic and

Total Flavonoid Content of Two Traditional H. N. Asheeke Optical and Electrical Studies of Ag/TiO2

Composite Thin Films Fabricated using

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Medicinal Plants: Omukaru and Omutetajupa

Flow Coating Method

10:35-10:45 J. JacksonAntibacterial activity and Phytochemical

Screening of Cyperus papyrus.E. N. Silas

Synthesis and characterization of a colorimetric sensor via the organic

nanoparticle method, and its applications to detecting cations in aqueous soluble

mediums

10:50-11:00 L. de KoeAntioxidant Analysis and Phenolic Content

of Leave, Flower and Bark Extracts from Moringa oleifera

R. T. Shivolo

Quantitative Structure Property Relationship (QSPR) studies of (3R/4S)-3, 4, 6, 7-tetrachloro-3, 7-dimethyl-octen-1-

ene: A Potential Lead for Esophageal Cancer

11:05-11:15 A. H. BelloAntioxidant Potential of Selected Schiff

Base LigandsF. N. Stephanus

Synthesis and Antimicrobial Activity for Pyrazole Mono-ketone Curcumin

11:20-11:30 U. J. MwatililePhytochemical and Bioactivity Studies of

the Medicinal Plant Terminalia sericeaW. M. Kuvare

Synthesis and characterization of a naked eye chemosensor, sensing toxic anions in

semi-aqueous solution.

11:35-11:45 T. N. Kapa

Analysis of Naturally Occurring Radionuclides in Semi-Purified Water in Windhoek Using Gamma Spectroscopy

(HPGe) Detector

V. C. P. Willemse

Analysis of Naturally Occurring Radionuclides in Drinking Water Available in Windhoek Using Gamma Spectroscopy

(HPGe) Detector

11:50-12:00 K. N. Haukongo

Antimicrobial activity and antibiofilm activity of the leaves extracts of Ziziphus

mucronata and Tanchonanthus comphoratus.

P. N. Vilho

Fabrication of Cu2O Thin Films from Aqueous Precursors Involving Cu(II)

Complexes and the Formation of a Cu/Cu2O Schottky Solar Cell

12:05-12:15 D. U. MariineActivated Carbon from Banana Peels for

Waste Water Treatment.S. M. N. Hauwanga

Synthesis and characterization of a multi-sensor and its applications to cations and

anions sensing in aqueous soluble mediums

12:20-12:30 A. M. Herman

Isolation and Characterization of Endogenous Metabolites from Ganoderma

lucidum and their Evaluation for Anti-cancer Activity.

S. I. NghatangaCharacterization of Sediment Samples from

Avis Dam, Windhoek, using Gamma-ray Spectroscopy

12:35-12:45 M. N. DanielAntimicrobial Activity and Anti-biofilm Analysis of Moringa oleifera lam Leaves,

Flowers and Bark Extracts12:50-14:00 LUNCH, LUNCH, LUNCH

Chair Ms C. Mukakalisa Prof E. Archibong

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14:05-14:15 A. K. IyambulaFast hydrophilic interaction liquid

chromatography separation of sugars in fruit juice

O. K. TjihorekoSynthesis and characterization of a

selective chemosensor for the detection of heavy metals

14:20-14:30 M. T. B. MilijalaDPPH Radical Scavenging and anti-HIV-1

Reverse Transcriptase Activities of Selected Hydrazone Based Compounds

M. T. HaufikuBioassay Guided Fractionation of Extracts

from some Ethno Medicinal Plants of Zambezi.

14:35-14:45 E. N. ShanganoRemoval of Ampicillin from Water using

Moringa oleifera Seed Shells and Sepiolite Clay

E. N. MundjelePhotochromic properties of Ag-NP/TiO2

Composite Thin Films Fabricated by Molecular Precursor Method

14:50-15:00 L. N. Michael

Isolation and Characterization of Endogenous Metabolites from the Leaves and Roots of Fockea multiflora, and their

Evaluation for Anti-cancer Activity

H. IsraelIdentification of Algae Composites from

Namibian Algae and its Antimicrobial Activity.

15:05-15:15 D. S. DawidsAntioxidant Analysis of Sclerocarya

birrea Traditional Drink.A. N. Ngenokesho

CoFe Hydrotalcite Catalyst for the Removal of Contaminants from Waste Water.

15:20-15:30 P. A. N. Ekandjo

Characterization of Non-volatile Substituents of Acanthosicyos horridus (!Nara) Seed Oil using High Performance

Liquid Chromatography coupled to Mass Spectrometry

L. N. Shidolo

Synthesis and characterization of a colorimetric sensor and its applications to

detecting cations and anions in aqueous soluble mediums

15:35-15:50 HEALTH BREAK

16:00-16:10 T. K. PetrusSurveillance of Aflatoxin Levels in Open

Market Vended Peanuts from Windhoek.T. Kadhingula

Fabrication of TiO2/Ag Composite Thin Films from Aqueous Precursors Involving Ti4+ and Ag+, via the Spray-Coating Method

16:15-16:25 D. L. MaswahuBioremediation: The Rate of Microbial

Degradation of Used Lubricant Oil from Selected Garages in Katutura.

A. M. NtelamoThe Preparation of Activated Carbon from Sewage Sludge for Wastewater Treatment

16:30-16:40 L. ThifafureIsolation and characterization of major

constituents of the toxic plant, Trachyandra laxa

F. N. NdjigwaIsolation and Molecular Identification of

Engine Oil Degrading Microorganisms from Contaminated Soil in Windhoek City.

16:45-16:55 B. N. N. HamtueInvestigation for the Quality of the Water

Treated using Moringa oleifera Seed’s Crude Protein Extract

17:00 END OF ALL DAY 2 ORAL PRESENTATIONS

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Session Military Science, Physics & Mathematics

Venue W214Chair Mr P. Immanuel & Dr E. Kasai & Dr B. Wilkens

8:00-8:10 K. Amupanda Investigation on Accommodation of Non-commissioned Officers and Privates in relation to work performance in the NDF: A case study of 211 Mot Inf Bn.

8:15-8:25 G. NembengeEvaluating the current maritime (methods/technology) for coast guarding/search and rescue operation (A case study of the

Namibian coastline).

8:30-8:40 S. Shilunga Assessing Controlling Measures on Widespread Operation of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles in Restricted Airspace: Namibia case study.

8:45-8:55 S. Titus Evaluating the impact of maritime simulators on maritime education and training.

9:00-9:10 B. Haihambo Down time of Wide Area Multilateration, Secondary and Primary radar systems and their impact on air traffic control operation in Namibia.

9:15-9:25 J. Kapiti Estimation of cooling load and air conditioning unit selection: A Namibian Navy Auxiliary Transport Vessel Case Study.

9:30-9:40 E. Antindi Impact of Corrosion on Namibian Navy Equipment.

9:45-9:55 S. Henock Passengers’ satisfaction analysis on airport safety and security: Case study of Hosea Kutako and Eros Airports.


10:20-10:30 N. David An Experimental Analysis of Marine Pipe Corrosion: A Namibian Navy Study.

10:35-10:45 A. Upindi MCGEO: A python software for fitting radiometric data using Bayesian Inferential10:50-11:00 A. Ndahalele Characterization of the temperature and exposure time dependence of the STF-8300 SBIG camera

11:05-11:15 H. Katjaita Observation of globular clusters to determine the properties of their stars

11:20-11:30 R. Ndipolifa Determination of stability limits for intermittent solar photovoltaics penetration capacity

11:35-11:45 B. Shihole An analysis of efforts towards efficiency improvement of organic solar

11:50-12:00 M. Oscar Estimation of capabilities of the cherenkov telescope to detect gamma-ray

12:05-12:15 A. Mpadhi Determination of the performance of solar panel under the solar radiation conditions in

12:20-12:30 H. Simon Observations of the Evil Eye Galaxy to determine its properties

12:35-12:45 E. Victory A study of Distributive Lattices


14:05-14:15 L. Cyprianus Modelling the diffusion of cadaveric fluids within a porous medium to predict post-mortem14:20-14:30 M. Levandoska Cayley graphs14:35-14:45 L. Grace Modeling the dynamics of the spread of cholera: A numerical analysis approach14:50-15:00 L. Makupu Is housing wealth really a wealth in Namibia?

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Session Postgraduate (MSc/Phd.) Students

Venue W112

Chair Dr G Uiseb

8:00-8:15 R. Kimbouala Chemical characterization of the volatile constituents of the aromatic extracts of Sarcocaulon mossamedense

8:20-8:35 S. David Production Boreholes Water Quality Evaluation Using GIS Based Geostatistical Algorithms in Windhoek

8:40-8:55 P. Michael Performance evaluation of Photovoltaic (PV) modules under di erent deployment conditionsff9:00-9:15 S. Uugulu Determination of local meteoric water lines along a precipitation gradient, Namibia

9:20-9:35 J. Ortmann Identification of toxic compounds of the Wild Onion, Dicadi glaucum

9:40-9:55 N. KapuDetermining large vertebrate herbivory effects on ranch condition and vegetation composition from water points in Khaudum

National Park, Namibia


Chair Dr L Pazvakawambwa

10:20-10:35 W. Nangolo Quantification of model uncertainty in financial derivatives markets

10:40-10:55 E. Daniels Diagnostic reference dose levels for conventional radiography examinations in Windhoek, Namibia

11:00-11:15 J. Kagogo Assessment of antimicrobial activity of endophytic fungi associated with moringa ovalifoliA Dinter & A. Berger

11:20-11:35 A. TomasAntimicrobial synergy testing by time-kill methods for plants traditionally used as herbs and spices from Kabbe constituencies in

Zambezi region, Namibia

11:40-11:55 V. KapulaMercury concentration in muscles,livers,gills and stomach content of Southern mullet(Liza richardsonii) in the Walvis Bay

lagoon

12:00-12:15 F.S. Enkono Evaluation of machine learning classification of ham and electronic fund transfers scam smses

12:20-12:35 M. Nekwaya Properties of front-end electronics of the compact high energy camera prototype for gamma-ray astronomy

12:40-12:55 L. Kaavela The spawning dynamics of two hake species (Merluccius capensis and Merluccius paradoxus) off the Namibian coastline


Chair Prof G Marelli

14:05-14:20 H. Likius Sustainable livelihood assessment of the Namibian marine subsistence shore anglers

14:25-14:40 L.. FransDetermination of the suitability of mt gamsberg in namibia for millimetre wave astronomy by measurements of the precipitable

water vapour

14:45-15:00 J. Shapopi A hybrid analysis approach to the high energy stereoscopic system phase ii mono-analysis

15:05-15:20 D. Elago The new predictor-corrector method for systems of fractional differential equations arising in mathematical biology

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15:25-15:40 P. Naupu The Immunogenicity of Plant-produced Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Virus-like particles (VLPs)


Chair Dr M Kalili

16:05-16:20 T. ShivoloThe Investigation of the Pedagogical Orientations of Grade 8 Chemistry Teachers in Orchestrating Practical Demonstrations at

Schools in Oshikoto Region, Namibia

16:25-16:40 M. Tapera Towards Greener preservation of edible oils: Use of Polyphenols

16:45-17:00 P. MataranyikaComparative Nutritional Analysis of Tylosema esculentum (Marama Bean) Germplasm Collection in Namibia

17:05-17:20 David Kimera Predictive Maintenance Approach for Dock Pumps on Floating Dry Docks


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VII

Session Statistics & Population Studies

Venue W274Chair Mr Klemens Mutorwa, Mr. Werner Tjipueja, Dr. Peter Iiyambo & Mr. Tobias Shinyemba

8:00-8:10 A.Tangeni A study on the Effects of Mothers Demographic and Socioeconomic Factors on a Child’s Nutritional Status in Namibia.

8:15-8:25 S. Mayaha Evaluation of the Completeness and Accuracy of Fertility Data in Namibia.8:30-8:40 E. Johannes The Prevalence and Psychological Experiences of Men Living with Prostate Cancer in Namibia.

8:45-8:55 T. Namando An Assessment Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Towards Malaria in Namibia.

9:00-9:10 R. Carew Women Empowerment in Terms of Education and Employment Status in Namibia.9:15-9:25 T. Simon An Application of Survival Analysis on HIV Patients to Determine the Contributing Risk factors in Erongo Region.

9:30-9:40 I. Ekandjo Statistical analysis of Prevalence and Risks Factors of Diabetes in Khomas Region Namibia.9:45-9:55 R. Katulo A Statistical Analysis of the Effect of the Namibian Economy on Agriculture.


10:20-10:30 N. MujoroAnalysis of the Dropout Rate of Primary, Combined and Secondary School Learners: //kharas, Khomas, Omusati, Kavango West,

Erongo and Omaheke Regions10:35-10:45 U. Tjizembisa Men Involvement in Maternal Health Care in Namibia.10:50-11:00 F.Haufiku A Statistical Analysis of the Sociodemographic Factors Affecting Poverty in Namibia.

11:05-11:15 M. ShaalukeniAssessing the Effects of Proximate and Non-Proximate Determinants of Fertility in Namibia: A Structural Equation Modelling

Approach.

11:20-11:30 A. MadizaA Statistical Analysis of the Impacting Factors of Household Consumption Using 2009/10 Namibia Household, Income and

Expenditure Survey (NHIES).11:35-11:45 M. Sitali Analysis on the Effect of Exports and Imports on Economic Growth in Namibia.

11:50-12:00 H. Dinyando Namibia Labour Force Survey 2018: A Demographic and Statistical Analysis of Youth Employment in Namibia.

12:05-12:15 R. LitubeziTrend Analysis of Financial Inclusion in Namibia by Sociodemographic Characteristics: A Review of Three Financial Inclusion Survey

(FIS) 2007, 2011 and 2017.

12:20-12:30 M. ShivuteAn Analysis Factors that Influence Career Choices among First Years Students at The University of Namibia Main Campus: Faculty of

Science Students.12:35-12:45 T. Nghipangelwa The Prevalence and Associated Factors of TB and HIV Co-Infection in Erongo Region, Namibia: 2003-2017.12:50-14:00 LUNCH, LUNCH, LUNCH

14:05-14:15 S. NtusiA Statistical Analysis of Factors Impacting Viral Load Outcome in Adults on Antiretroviral Treatment in Nankudu Health District of

Kavango West Region.14:20-14:30 T. Shikongo An Application of Survival Analysis on TB and Associated Risk Factors: Erongo Region (2003-2017).14:35-14:45 M. Sitambi Trend Analysis of House Prices in Windhoek.

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14:50-15:00 P. Haufiku Analysis of Effect of Interest rates on Inflation Rates in Namibia: 2008-2018.

15:05-15:15 L. Louw An Analysis of Housing Quality Condition in Windhoek, Namibia.15:20-15:30 M. Kuungumene Analysis of Visible Underemployment in Namibia.15:35-15:50 HEALTH BREAK16:00-16:10 E. Mukoya Investigating the Sociodemographic Factors of Intimate Partner Violence in Namibia.

16:15-16:25 N. MwenyoThe Effect of Households Characteristics on Educational Attainment of Households Members: An Analysis of Namibia Household

Income and Expenditure Survey 2013.16:30-16:40 F. Chimbandi A Retrospective study of Cancer in Namibia: 2010 – 2017.

16:45-16:55 A. Liisa Time Series Analysis of Gender Based Violence Cases Reported in Namibia from 2009 – 2019.

17:00-17:10 V.i Murema An Analysis of the Mismatch between Education and Employment (Job).

17:15-17:25 F. Petrus The Association of Factors Influencing Infant Mortality Analysis of NDHS 2013.

17:30-17:40 N. Nekongo Anaemia and Associated Factors Among Infants of 0-6 Months in Namibia.


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I IISession Computing (Group A-IS, IT and Computer Science ) Computing (Group B-Computer Science)Venue Venue 5: 4th year Lab Venue 6: 3rd year LabChair Mr. Titus Haiduwa & Dr Nalina Suresh Mr James Mutuku & Ms Anna Shipepe

8:00-8:10 Muhinda Robert MafwilaEnhancing Student-Lecture Communication At The University Of Namibia (Unam) Via An Electronic Forum Elna Kahimbi Mukasa

An Implementation Of A Web Application For Hostel Reservations At The University Of Namibia

8:15-8:25David Mutenda Mutenda

A Unam Android App To Help In Managing Students’ Academic Accomplishment.

Matheus Nghidinihamba Nafimane Hekandjo

Design And Implementation Of Online Bus Ticket Reservation System: A Case Study Silas Ndapuka Heavy Transport

8:30-8:40Ondemuvina Landuleiko Anghuwo

Development Of A Shared Tool Online Application To Study How It Can Affect The Farming Production: A Case Study Of Oshondo Village, Omusati Region Vincent Chanza

Code-Colab: A Responsive Web Application For Programming Students

8:45-8:55

James Natangwe Samuel

Pro Inmate, An Android Application For Easy Booking And Convenient Visitations To Ameliorate Recidivism At Correctional Facilities: A Case Study Of Windhoek Central Prison Brooks Kachendje Shitaa

A Visualization Tool to assist 3rd year Computer Science students with Data Structures And Algorithms at UNAM.

9:00-9:10

Oscar Hafeni Mbandeka

The Implementation Of A USSD System To Enhance Parent-Teacher Collaboration In Primary Schools: A Case Study Of The Five Rand Primary School In Okahandja, Otjozondjupa Region. Pricilla Masule

Uudhano wetu Interactive Cultural Book: Preserving Ovambo Cultural Dances Using a mobile Augmented Reality application

9:15-9:25Aina Nambashu Andima

The Implementation of a Communication Platform for the Dissemination Of Information To UNAM Students Selma Panduleni Theophilus

A Desktop Application For Recording Attendance And Calculating The University Of Namibia

9:30-9:40

Vilho David Nakalemo

Mobile Voting Application To Enhance Voter Turnout For Student Council Elections: A Case Study Of The University Of Namibia (Main Campus)

Andreas Peya Simaneka Shingwadja

An Adoption Of VPN (Virtual Private Network) Usage By UNAM Students To Access Study Materials

9:45-9:55Yolanda Rosa Cassua Manuel

Unam Autotime: A Web-Based Timetable System For The University Of Namibia Williamson Goeiemann UNAM Assistance: A Rule-Based Chatbot

10:00-10:15 HEALTH BREAK10:20-10:30 Daliso Mbewe An Agricultural Management Android

System For Small Scale/Grass-Root Chawezi Lincoln Nyirenda An Internet Of Things (Iot) Based Solid

Waste Monitoring System For University Of

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Farmers, Tackling The Growth Of Crops (Tomatoes, Onions, Cabbage, Maize And Carrots)

Namibia Main Campus

10:35-10:45Kisa Mwangonde

Educating The Aawambo Youth On Their Cultural Rituals Using A Mobile Game Tyatyohamba Efraim Efraim

Augmented Reality Application To Support Teaching Computer Network Devices

10:50-11:00Chisanga Nyambe

A Smart Remotely Automated Geyser System For Energy Saving

Erastus Namwandi Elago Amunwe

Develop A Help-Desk Inquiry Chatbot For The University Of Namibia

11:05-11:15

Simon Shaningika Haitembu

Development Of An Online Shopping Website To Enable Individual & Business To Buy/Sell Products Online: (Buy&Sell Namibia). Maria Penehafo Alweendo

The Development Of A Bilingual (English -Oshikwanyama) Dictionary In The Preservation Of The Oshikwanyama Indigenous Language.

11:20-11:30Simon Fimaneka Omwene Ndjoba

Booking And Management System For Driving Schools In Windhoek Sasha Panashe Chioza

Web Based Knowledge Management Sytem For School Of Computing Unam Students.

11:35-11:45Ella Ndeshimona Shiimi

Oshiwambo Shetu: A Language Learning Web Application For Children Aged 5 To 13 David Hangula

Preserving African native language via software technology: Oshikwanyama spelling Application

11:50-12:00 Abiatal Shiimi Tangeni Kwedhi

Development Of A Web Ballot System For The UNAM SRC Elections. Chawezi Lincoln Nyirenda

An Internet Of Things (IoT) Based Solid Waste Monitoring System For University Of Namibia Main Campus

12:05-12:15

Mahara Fungai Anceley Taxi Booking Mobile Application.Andreas Peya Simaneka Shingwadja

An Adoption Of Vpn (Virtual Private Network) Usage By Unam Students To Access Study Materials

12:20-12:30Uatiavi Jossy Uapingene

Mobile Application For Student Awareness On Violence Against Women Brooks Kachendje Shitaa

Visualization Tool For Data Structures And Algorithms Course To Support Learning Students.

12:35-12:45

Sasha Panashe Chioza

Web Based Knowledge Management System For School Of Computing Unam Students. Murangi Vakuna

The use of ICT applications by the UNAM Home League to improve the management of the league and propagate everything involved in the league

12:50-13:15Ruhapo Ruambunga Mbazuvara

A Discussion On The Next-Generation Mobile Technology For More Effective Policing By Protecting The Community By Locating Wanted Fugitives On A NAMPOL Mobile Application

Tangeni Panduleni Kashihakumwa

An Android Application To Assist Fire Fighter To Locate Fire Incidence In The Informal Settlement, Windhoek


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