Ms SAMUKELISIWE MAMBA, Southern Africa Nazarene University, Eswatini, Swaziland
Samukelisiwe Mamba is a dedicated educator and healthcare professional with extensive experience in nursing, public health, and HIV/AIDS interventions. She is currently pursuing a PhD in International Health at National Yang-Ming Chiao-Tung University (NYCU). She holds a Master of Public Health from the University of Limpopo and a Bachelor of Nursing Sciences from the University of Eswatini. Samukelisiwe has worked as a lecturer at Southern Africa Nazarene University since 2014, teaching nursing and medical students. She has also held leadership roles in HIV/AIDS intervention programs and managed community-based health projects. ššš©ŗšš©āš«
Publication Profile
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Education and Training
Ms. Samukelisiwe Mamba has dedicated her career to designing and facilitating competency-based courses in nursing, medical laboratory science, and pharmacy. Her focus is on providing high-quality education to ensure that future healthcare professionals are well-equipped to meet the demands of their professions. With a commitment to excellence, Ms. Mamba plays a vital role in shaping the next generation of healthcare workers, emphasizing practical skills and in-depth knowledge. Her work in course development and facilitation highlights her passion for advancing healthcare education and supporting the growth of skilled, compassionate professionals. š©āāļøššš¬š©āš¬
Teaching and Mentoring
Ms. Samukelisiwe Mamba has been a dedicated lecturer at Southern Africa Nazarene University since 2014, shaping the future of healthcare professionals. With expertise in Community Health Nursing, Health Services Management, and Research Methods, she actively mentors students in their research projects. As an examiner and member of the Institutional Review Board, Ms. Mamba ensures the promotion of high research standards by reviewing and approving research proposals. Her commitment to quality education and research reflects her invaluable contribution to the academic field and the healthcare community. šš©āš«ššš©ŗ
Professional Experience
Ms. Samukelisiwe Mamba has extensive hands-on experience in HIV-AIDS intervention, sexual and reproductive health programs, and workplace health initiatives, aligning closely with her research focus on chronic and palliative care. šš Her leadership roles, including serving as the National Coordinator for HIV-AIDS Intervention Projects and Site Manager for the Matsapha comprehensive program, demonstrate her expertise in managing large-scale health projects with a strong community service focus. š„š¤ Ms. Mamba’s dedication to improving public health and her ability to lead impactful initiatives highlight her significant contributions to the healthcare sector. šŖš
Research Focus
Ms. Samukelisiwe Mamba’s research focuses on public health, particularly the experiences of home-based carers for chronically ill patients in Soweto, South Africa. Her work examines the activities and challenges these caregivers face, shedding light on palliative and chronic care in under-resourced communities. This research is crucial for understanding and improving support systems for both carers and patients, aiming to enhance the quality of life and care in such settings.
Publication Top Notes
Activities and challenges in caring for chronically ill patients : experiences of home-based carers in Soweto, South Africa : palliative and chronic care