Electric cooperatives and the political economy of rural electrification in Africa: Insights from Uganda

Lo, Kevin; Kibalya, Benard

doi:10.1016/j.tej.2023.107238

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“…We had expected that social media platforms would have enhanced the ease of reporting but found that telephone was overwhelmingly the preferred mode of reporting livestock abortions. We attribute this to the rural nature of the study area that is faced with challenges for electricity and internet connectivity which jeopadrises the use of internet-based/online based reporting systems (J et al, 2023; Lo and Kibalya, 2023). Our results therefore suggest that mobile phones are still the most effective platform for the establishment of syndromic surveillance system in low-income countries where internet connectivity is not well developed.…”

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confidence: 99%

Exploring community-based reporting of livestock abortions for Rift Valley Fever surveillance in Uganda: A pilot study

Walekhwa,

Conlan,

Atim

et al. 2024

Preprint

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Between March and June 2023, we carried out a pilot study to explore the feasibility of using self-reporting of livestock abortions as a method of syndromic surveillance for Rift Valley fever disease (RVF) in Isingiro District, Uganda. We established a call centre in the office of the District Veterinary Officer which was promoted through stakeholder meetings, media engagement and distribution of sensitization materials. We collected 200 sera and 269 vaginal swabs from cattle, sheep and goats that experienced an abortion within a target 14-day period. The apparent IgG seroprevalence of RVF was 38% [95% CI 29 – 47] in cattle, 33% [95% CI 14 – 61] in sheep and 20% [95% CI 12 – 31] in goats. For IgM, sheep showed the highest prevalence at 8% [95% CI 1 – 35], cattle at 2% [95% CI 1 – 6]. Host species was significantly associated with IgG positive status, with cattle having the highest risk of RVF seropositivity (OR = 3 [95%CI: 1 - 7], p = 0.014). Our results demonstrate the potential for a community led model for collecting abortion alerts through local call centres. If routinely implemented, such syndromic data collection could be used to develop early warning systems and prioritise case investigations. The IgG seroprevalence in our sample is comparable to the levels seen in endemically infected countries, suggesting historical circulation of RVF within the livestock population in this community. Our pilot study demonstrates a proof-of-principle that community-driven reporting of abortions could be used to build a surveillance system for RVF. However, the lack of confirmation of infection through PCR means we cannot draw a firm causal link between the reported abortions and RVF. To build a robust case of abortion surveillance, longitudinal studies are needed to measure seasonal variation in the distribution of abortion cases and incidence of active RVF infections.

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confidence: 99%

Exploring community-based reporting of livestock abortions for Rift Valley Fever surveillance in Uganda: A pilot study

Walekhwa,

Conlan,

Atim

et al. 2024

Preprint

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“…In South Asia, a considerable part of the population does not have access to electricity. Off-grid electrification based on renewable energy sources offers a feasible electrification option for rural areas of developing countries that do not have reactive power support from the main grid owing to their remote or isolated locations [1]. In this context, off-grid electrification is cheaper than grid extension, and could also entail less environmental impact and easier adaptation to local needs and conditions.…”

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Intelligent Optimized Voltage Control for Hybrid Off-Grid Power Systems

Anantwar¹,

Sunda

2023

jaes

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Hybrid off-grid power systems with different renewable and non-renewable energy sources, such as wind, photovoltaics, and diesel generation, have a wide application scope in regions where grid extension is not possible. To supply quality power, hybrid off-grid power systems need proper reactive power management to deal with randomly changing load and supply. In particular, to realize dependable and quality power supply, hybrid off-grid power systems require suitable and efficient control techniques. A properly tuned controller of reactive power sources is crucial to maintain a prescribed voltage profile. Computational intelligence techniques such as particle swarm optimization can provide desired and acceptable solutions for optimization problems. In this study, we applied computational intelligent techniques for optimal control of reactive power sources, such as photovoltaic inverters and automatic voltage regulators for synchronous generators in diesel engines, to investigate dynamic voltage profile stability through reactive power management.

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“…However, the energy landscape in developing countries is complex and faces several challenges. Many people in developing countries simply cannot afford to pay for electricity (Lo and Kibalya, 2023). This can trap them in a cycle of poverty, as lack of energy access limits their opportunities for economic advancement.…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Energy Dynamics in the Developing World: Current State and Future Prospects in the Context of Technological Advancements

Nwaobia,

Ohenhen,

Nwasike

et al. 2023

I. tech. mag.

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This study offers a more comprehensive view of the energy sector in the developing countries, considering current states and future prospects in light of technological advancements. The study is designed to provide a more nuanced and in-depth exploration of the subject matter, considering the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities of energy dynamics in the developing countries. The study also examined the state of energy consumption and sources in the United States of America with a view of drawing experience from them by the developing countries. It was observed that Energy sources and uses are critical for understanding the impact of supply, demand, and pricing on the macroeconomic environment. Everything is powered by energy, and understanding these interconnections can help to manage the supply requirements and price exposure. The study observed that renewable energy technologies, energy storage solutions, smart grid infrastructure, block chain technology, artificial intelligence and machine learning, and digitization and automation form the key technological advancement in the energy sector. Developing countries can take advantage of them to transform their energy woes to wins.

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Electric cooperatives and the political economy of rural electrification in Africa: Insights from Uganda

Cited by 10 publications

References 38 publications

Exploring community-based reporting of livestock abortions for Rift Valley Fever surveillance in Uganda: A pilot study

Exploring community-based reporting of livestock abortions for Rift Valley Fever surveillance in Uganda: A pilot study

Intelligent Optimized Voltage Control for Hybrid Off-Grid Power Systems

Energy Dynamics in the Developing World: Current State and Future Prospects in the Context of Technological Advancements

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