Full Member
Dr Edith Mosike Phalane
Membership since:
2026
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About me
I am actively involved in research work within the South African Medical Research Council/ University of Johannesburg (SAMRC/UJ) Pan African Centre for Epidemics Research (PACER), involving projects such as Boloka, Lokishang, COVID‑19 vaccine effectiveness, and women’s health and wellbeing. These projects generate cutting-edge epidemiological and public health evidence for the equitable and sustainable response to local epidemics and future pandemic preparedness strategies.
I serve as co-investigator and project manager on the Boloka project, which harnesses big heterogeneous HIV and key populations datasets through multisectoral collaboration. I apply advanced analytical approaches, including big data analytics and machine learning, to uncover trends, patterns, and insights that inform uptake of HIV prevention and treatment strategies. As co-investigator on the Lokishang project, I analyse survey and routine programme data to guide adaptive implementation of HIV services for key populations. As Principal Investigator of the women’s health and wellbeing project, I lead research on multimorbidity, sexual and reproductive health, and gender inequalities to inform gender-responsive policies aligned with universal health coverage.
Central to all these projects is building public health and epidemiological capacities through postgraduate supervisions, mentorship, and internships to handle current epidemics and respond to future pandemics. My research work contributes to equitable health outcomes, strengthens public health systems, and promotes sustainable, data-informed decision-making which are aligned to the decadal plan.
Dr Edith Phalane is a Senior Researcher and Research Manager at the South African Medical Research Council/University of Johannesburg (SAMRC/UJ) Pan African Centre for Epidemic Research (PACER) within the Faculty of Health Sciences. Her research focuses on understanding the dynamics of pandemics by analysing trends in incidence and prevalence, as well as identifying context-specific determinants and risk heterogeneities across diverse populations.
She joined the University of Johannesburg in 2021 as a postdoctoral research fellow and subsequently became the founding Research Manager at PACER in 2022 - UJ’s first and only extramural research unit. Dr Phalane plays a leading role in high-impact research initiatives, serving as a co-investigator on major projects such as the SAMRC-funded Boloka Project, Co-Principal Investigator on a vaccine effectiveness study, and Principal Investigator on a Gates Foundation-funded women’s health study. Through these efforts, she has contributed to securing over eight million in research funding and advancing epidemiological capacity to address current and future pandemics, particularly among underrepresented groups.
Dr Phalane is deeply committed to academic mentorship and capacity development. She has co-supervised and supervised 7 PhD and 20 Master of Public Health (MPH) students to completion and is currently supervising an additional cohort of postgraduate students. Her scholarly contributions include over 60 peer-reviewed publications in leading international journals such as the Journal of Medical Internet Research, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, and Frontiers in Digital Health. She has also delivered more than 80 presentations at national and international conferences and regularly serves as a peer reviewer for major academic publishers.
Her contributions have been recognised through several prestigious awards, including being a Winner in the category of the TW Kambule- National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF), 2026, National Research Foundation (NRF) Y2-rating; UJ Vice-Chancellor’s Distinguished Award for Most Promising Young Researcher (2025) and the Emerging Researcher Award with Exceptional Leadership Potential, UJ (2024). She is also a multi-award-winning scientist featured in national and international platforms celebrating women in science and emerging leaders. These includes featured in the DSI “20 Years of Inspiring South African Women in Science” book; winner of the Mail and Guardian 200 (2024 & 2021); Inside Education 100 Shinning Stars; Inspiring Fifty South African Women; and 100 young Mandelas of the future.
Dr Phalane actively contributes to national health policy and advisory structures, including the South African National AIDS Council and National Department of Health technical working groups. She is affiliated with several professional organisations and is actively involved in mentoring young scientists through initiatives such as the Eskom Expo, promoting STEM participation and transformation in South Africa.
Other Memberships/Affiliations
South African PhD Association
European HIV Society
Physiological Society of Southern Africa
Lindau Nobel Laureates Alumni
Golden Key Honours International Society
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Publications resulting from Research
Publications
1. Rampilo, M., Phalane, E. and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Assessment of opportunities for incorporating unique identifier code for key populations in the Routine Health Information Management System to strengthen monitoring of the HIV prevention and treatment cascade in South Africa. Population Medicine, 2026. Accepted, in press.
2. Olifant, L.L., Phalane, E., Yegnanew, A.S., Mhlophe, H., Thabane, L., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Pre-exposure Prophylaxis Outcomes During the COVID-19 Lockdown Period among Women in the North-West Province, South Africa: A Retrospective Analysis. 2026. AIDS Care. Accepted, in press
3. Jaiteh M., Phalane E., Shiferaw Y.A., and R.N., Phaswana-Mafuya. Integrating Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in HIV Testing Interventions in Gauteng Province, South Africa: Opportunities, Challenges, and Implementation Strategies. 2026. Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine. S Afr J HIV Med. 2026;27(1), a1797. https://doi.org/10.4102/ sajhivmed.v27i1.1797.
4. Motsieloa L, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Stakeholder Roles and Views in the Implementation of the Differentiated HIV Treatment Service Delivery Model Among Female Sex Workers in Gauteng Province, South Africa. Healthcare (Basel). 2025 Sep 17;13(18):2329. doi: 10.3390/healthcare13182329.
5. Phaswana Mafuya RN, Phalane E, Rao A, Willis K, Rucinski K, Voet KA, Abdulrahman A, Siyamayambo C, Sebati B, Seloka M, Jaiteh M, Olifant LL, Journeay K, Sisel H, Li X, Olatosi B, Hikmet N, Duhoon P, Wolmarans F, Shiferaw YA, Motsieloa L, Rampilo M, Baral S. (2025) Harnessing Big Heterogeneous Data to Evaluate the Potential Impact of HIV Responses Among Key Populations in Sub-Saharan Africa: Protocol for the Boloka Data Repository Initiative. JMIR Research Protocols, 14(1), p.e63583.
6. Phaswana-Mafuya R, Phalane E, Zungu N, Musekiwa A, Ramalepe LM, Bagg K, Nyasulu P, Shisana O. The Health Sector Response to Gender-Based Violence and Sexual Reproductive Health Programmes in Commonwealth and selected African countries: A systematic review protocol paper, Journal of Medical Internet Research. 2025. Accepted, in press.
7. Sebati, B., Phalane, E., Bilankulu, A. & Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. HIV Treatment Services Among Men Who Have Sex with Men During COVID-19 in Limpopo Province, South Africa. COVID. 2025; 5(10):180. https://doi.org/10.3390/covid5100180.
8. Olifant LL, Phalane E, Shiferaw YA, Mhlophe H, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. A Qualitative Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research Evaluation of Innovative PrEP Delivery During COVID-19 Among Adolescent Girls and Young Women in North West Province, South Africa. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2025 Oct 21;22(10):1602. doi: 10.3390/ijerph22101602.
9. Atakorah-Yeboah Junior K, Phalane E, Agyarko-Poku T, Atuahene K, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Interventions for improving the uptake of HIV testing among men who have sex with men in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review. 2025. Gender and Behaviour.
10. Atakorah-Yeboah Junior K, Phalane E, Agyarko-Poku T, Atuahene K, Shiferaw YA, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Determinants of HIV Testing Among Men Who Have Sex with Men in Ghana: Insights from the Ghana Men’s Study II. Sexes. 2025; 6(4):56. https://doi.org/10.3390/sexes6040056
11. Rampilo M, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Stakeholders' perspective on inclusion of key populations unique identifier codes in routine health information management system in South Africa. South Afr J HIV Med. 2025 Sep 30;26(1):1727. doi: 10.4102/sajhivmed.v26i1.1727.
12. Rampilo M, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Key stakeholder’s perspective on the inclusion of unique identifier codes for key populations in routine health information management systems in South Africa: an exploratory qualitative study. 2025. Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine. 2025 Sep 30;26(1):1727.
13. Jaiteh M, Phalane E, Shiferaw YA and Phaswana-Mafuya RN (2025) The status of machine learning in HIV testing in South Africa: a qualitative inquiry with stakeholders in Gauteng province. Front. Digit. Health 7:1618781. doi: 10.3389/fdgth.2025.1618781
14. Rampilo M, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Tracking HIV Outcomes Among Key Populations in the Routine Health Information Management System: A Systematic Review. Sexes. 2025; 6(3):32. https://doi.org/10.3390/sexes6030032.
15. Brown MJ, Geesaman J, Osinubi MO, Phalane E, Sebati B, Seloka M, Haider MR, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Intimate Partner Violence and Sexually Transmitted Infections among South African Women: An Assessment of Age Disparities. Sex Transm Dis. 2025 Jun 30:10.1097/OLQ.0000000000002212. doi: 10.1097/OLQ.0000000000002212.
16. Kofi Atakorah-Yeboah Junior, Edith Phalane, Thomas Agyarko-Poku, Kyeremeh Atuahene, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. (2025) Interventions for improving the uptake of HIV testing among men who have sex with men in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review. Gender and Behaviour.
17. Jaiteh M, Phalane E, Shiferaw YA, Amusa LB, Twinomurinzi H, Phaswana-Mafuya, RN. Application of Machine Learning and Emerging Technologies in the Uptake of HIV Testing: A Bibliometric Analysis of Published Studies 2000-2024. Interactive Journal of Medical Research, 14(1), p.e64829.
18. Jaiteh, M., Phalane, E., Shiferaw, Y.A., Jallow, H. and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025) The Application of Machine Learning Algorithms to Predict HIV Testing Using Evidence from the 2002–2017 South African Adult Population-Based Surveys: An HIV Testing Predictive Model. Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease, 10(6), p.167
19. Sebati B, Phalane E, Bilankulu A, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Barriers and facilitators of HIV treatment services among men who have sex with men during COVID-19 lockdown. Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine. 2025; 26(1):9.
20. Jaiteh M, Phalane E, Shiferaw YA, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. The Application of Machine Learning Algorithms to Predict HIV Testing in Repeated Adult Population–Based Surveys in South Africa: Protocol for a Multiwave Cross- Sectional Analysis. JMIR Research Protocols. 2025;14(1): e59916.
21. Olifant LL, Phalane E, Mhlophe H, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Stakeholders’ Perspectives on Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis Innovative Interventions Implemented During COVID-19 Among Adolescent Girls and Young Women in North- West Province of South Africa. COVID. 2025; 5(4):52.
22. Seloka MA, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. The control and prevention of sexually transmitted infections in primary healthcare facilities among key and priority population in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review. African Journal of Reproductive Health. 2025;29(3):168-203.
23. Seloka MA, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Stakeholders' Roles and Views in the Provision of Sexually Transmitted Infection Services Among Key and Priority Populations in Limpopo Province, South Africa. Healthcare (Basel). 2025 Sep 9;13(18):2262. doi: 10.3390/healthcare13182262.
24. Sebati B, Phalane E, Shiferaw YA, Pienaar J, Furamera S, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Impact of COVID-19 on the HIV Treatment Outcomes Among Men Who Have Sex with Men in South Africa After the Implementation of a Differentiated Service Delivery Model: An Interrupted Time Series Analysis. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2025;22(3):452.
25. Motsieloa L, Phalane E, Abdulrahman A, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Differentiated HIV service delivery model for female sex workers in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review. Southern African journal of HIV medicine. 2025; 26(1):1626.
26. Siyamayambo C, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Diagnosis and Management of Sexually Transmitted Infections Using Artificial Intelligence Applications Among Key and General Populations in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Algorithms. 2025;18(3):151.
27. Mohlala AA, Phalane E, Siyamayambo C, Jaiteh M, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Factors associated with accuracy of rapid HIV test performance in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine. 2025 Feb 28;26(1):1641.
28. Abdulai, R., Phalane, E., Atuahene, K., Kwao, I.D., Afriyie, R., Shiferaw, Y.A. and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025) Consistency of Condom Use with Lubricants and Associated Factors Among Men Who Have Sex with Men in Ghana: Evidence from Integrated Bio-Behavioral Surveillance Survey. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 22(4), p.599.
29. Abdulai R, Phalane E, Atuahene K, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Consistent and Correct Use of Condoms With Lubricants and Associated Factors Among Men Who Have Sex With Men from the Ghana Men's Study II: Protocol for a Mixed Methods Study. JMIR Res Protoc. 2024 Dec 3;13:e63276. doi: 10.2196/63276.
30. Seloka, M. A., Phalane, E., & Phaswana-Mafuya, R. N. Evaluation of the Sexually Transmitted Infections Programme among Key and Priority Populations in Primary Healthcare Facilities to Inform a Targeted Response: A Protocol Paper. Methods and Protocols 2024;7(3), 47.
31. Rampilo M, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Piloting the Inclusion of the Key Populations Unique Identifier Code in the South African Routine Health Information Management System: Protocol for a Multiphased Study JMIR Res Protoc 2024;13:e55092. doi: 10.2196/55092.
32. Jaiteh M, Phalane E, Shiferaw YA, Voet KA, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Utilization of Machine Learning Algorithms for the Strengthening of HIV Testing: A Systematic Review. Algorithms. 2024;17(8):362.
33. Olifant LL, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Innovative pre-exposure prophylaxis interventions among adolescent girls and young women during COVID-19 lockdown period in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review. African journal of reproductive health. 2024; 28(9):191-213.
34. Olifant LL, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Oral Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis Innovative Interventions among Adolescent Girls and Young Women in South Africa: A Protocol Paper. Methods and Protocols. 2024; 7(5):77.
35. Motsieloa L, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Differentiated Service Delivery Model in Improving HIV Treatment Outcomes Among Female Sex Workers in Gauteng Province of South Africa: A Protocol Paper. Methods and Protocols. 2024; 7(6):89.
36. Abdulai R, Phalane E, Atuahene K, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Consistent and Correct Use of Condoms With Lubricants and Associated Factors Among Men Who Have Sex With Men from the Ghana Men’s Study II: Protocol for a Mixed Methods Study. JMIR Research Protocols. 2024;13(1):e63276.
37. Abdulai R, Phalane E, Atuahene K, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Consistent condom and lubricant use and associated factors amongst men who have sex with men in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review. Sexes. 2024;5(4):796- 813.
38. Peltzer, K., Phalane, E. and Phaswana-Mafuya, R. Prevalence and factors associated with diabetes, hypertension, and ischemic heart disease and/or stroke multimorbidity in Morocco: Results of a national STEPS survey 2017. Population Medicine. 2024; 6:1-6.
39. Peltzer K, Azirou DN, Phalane E, Seloka MA, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Behavioral and biological risk factors of non- communicable diseases: results of a nationally representative cross-sectional survey in Algeria. Population Medicine. 2024;6(June):1-9.
40. Phaswana-Mafuya RN, Phalane E, Sisel H, Motsieloa L, Journeay K, Dubula V, Sibeko J, Ramothwala P. Country ownership and sustainable programming of the HIV response in South Africa: A scoping review. South Afr J HIV Med. 2023 Nov 30;24(1):1511. doi: 10.4102/sajhivmed.v24i1.1511.
41. Sebati B, Phalane, E, Brown, MJ, & Phaswana-Mafuya R N. Evidence-based interventions for the uptake of HIV treatment services among key populations during COVID-19 lockdown in Sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review. Gender and Behaviour, 2023. 21(2), 21725–21745. https://doi.org/10.4314/gab.v21i2.
42. Amusa LB, Twinomurinzi H, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Big Data and Infectious Disease Epidemiology: Bibliometric Analysis and Research Agenda. Interact J Med Res. 2023 Mar 31;12:e42292. doi: 10.2196/42292.
43. Phaswana-Mafuya N, Peltzer K, Mlambo M, Phalane E. Gender health disparities among older adults in South Africa. Gender and Behaviour, Vol. 20, No. 2.
44. Phaswana-Mafuya N, Shisana O, Jassat W, Baral S, Makofane K, Phalane E, Zuma K, Zungu N, Chadyiwa M, Understanding the differential impacts of COVID-19 among hospitalised patients in South Africa for equitable response. S Afr Med J 2021 Nov 5;111(11):1084-1091.
45. Phalane E, Fourie CMT, Schutte AE, Kruger IM, Mels CMC. Arterial structure and function in Africans infected with HIV >5 years: longitudinal relationship with endothelial activation and cardiovascular risk markers. HIV Medicine. 2021 May 5.
46. Woodiwiss AJ, Gafane-Matemane LF, Norton GR, Uys L, Myburgh C, Nkeh-Chungag BN, Kruger L, Orchard A, Peterson VR, Kolkenbeck-Ruh A, Ahiante BO, Phalane E, et al. May Measurement Month 2019: an analysis of blood pressure screening results from South Africa. European Heart Journal Supplements, May 2021;23(B):B134–B137
47. Phalane E, Fourie CMT, Mels CMC, Schutte AE. A comparative analysis of blood pressure in HIV-infected patients versus uninfected controls residing in Sub- Saharan Africa: a narrative review. Journal of Human Hypertension.2020;34:692- 708.
48. Phalane E, Fourie CMT, Mels CMC, Schutte AE. A 10-year follow-up study of demographic and cardiometabolic factors in HIV-infected South Africans. Cardiovascular Journal of Africa. 2019; 30:1-10
49. Phalane E, Fourie CMT, Schutte AE. The metabolic syndrome and renal function in Africans Infected with human immunodeficiency virus. Southern African HIV Journal of Medicine. 2018; 19(1): 1-10.
50. Woodiwiss AJ, Kruger R, Norton GR, Schutte AE, Myburgh C, Nkeh- Chungag B, Sewani-Rusike CR, Vally M, Jones E, Peterson V, Marsh J, Gafane- Matemane LF, Ahiante BO, Phalane E, et al. May Measurement Month 2018: an analysis of blood pressure screening results in South Africa. European Heart Journal Supplements (2020) 22 (Supplement H), H115–H118.
51. Woodiwiss AJ, Kruger R, Norton GR, Schutte AE, Vally M, Fernandes DS, Masiu M, Kolkenbeck-Ruh A, Gafane- Matemane LF, Ahiante BO, Phalane E et al. May Measurement Month 2017: an analysis of blood pressure screening results in South Africa— Sub-Saharan Africa. European Heart Journal Supplements (2019) 21 (Supplement D), D104–D106.
Published Conference Proceedings
1. Edith Phalane, Haruna Jallow, Musa Jaiteh, Edmore Marinda, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Variations in antiretroviral therapy loss to follow-up rate among South African adults across nine provinces: a machine learning approach. Proceedings of the 7th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 2026. BMC Proceedings. Accepted, in Press.
2. Edmore Marinda, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. Adolescent girls and young women in South Africa: Insights from the six National Surveys. Proceedings of the 7th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 2026. BMC Proceedings. Accepted, in Press.
3. Mohlago Ablonia Seloka, Edith Phalane, Edmore Marinda, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Prediction of HIV/STI Risk Factors Among Pregnant Women in South Africa using a national repeated cross-sectional survey. Proceedings of the 7th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 2026. BMC Proceedings. Accepted, in Press.
4. Ketlareng Polori, Edith Phalane, Amanda Skepu, Thokozani Mbonane, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Evaluating Diagnostic Strategies for Tenofovir-Associated Kidney Injury in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Synthesis of Biomarkers, eGFR Equations, and Point-of-Care Tools. Proceedings of the 7th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 2026. BMC Proceedings. Accepted, in Press.
5. Joy Mhlongo, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew A. Shiferaw, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Predicting the STI Prevalence, Transmission Dynamics, and Trends in South African Adults Using the Repeated South African National Survey 2017. Proceedings of the 7th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 2026. BMC Proceedings. Accepted, in Press.
6. Amanda Mohlala, Edith Phalane, Bheki Magunga, Anil Kalan, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Effectiveness of an eLearning Management Systems in im-proving quality assurance of rapid HIV test outcomes in Gauteng Province, South Africa: A retrospective quasi-experimental study. Proceedings of the 7th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 2026. BMC Proceedings. Accepted, in Press.
7. Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya, Edith Phalane, E, and Yegnanew Shiferaw. Changes in HIV Treatment Outcomes from 2017-2022 in South Africa: Retrospective Analysis of Aggregated Routine Programme Data. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
8. Edith Phalane, Yegnanew Shiferaw, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Viral Load Testing and Suppression from 2017-2022 Using Routine Programme Data in South Africa: A Retrospective Analysis. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
9. Yegnanew Shiferaw, Edith Phalane, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Modeling precise district-level HIV prevalence among individuals aged 15 years and above in South Africa using an area-level Poisson mixed model. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
10. Ratif Abdulai, Edith Phalane, Kreyemeh Atuahene, Isaiah Doe Kwao, Rita Afriyie, Yegnanew A Shiferaw and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Consistency of Correct Utilization of Condoms with Lubricants and Associated Factors Among Men who have Sex with Men in Ghana: Evidence from Integrated Bio-behavioral Surveillance Survey. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
11. Musa Jaiteh, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew Shiferaw and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. The Application of Machine Learning Algorithms to Predict HIV Testing Among South African Adult Population: Evidence from the 2002, 2005, 2008, 20012 and 2017 Population-Based Surveys. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
12. Ketlareng Polori, Edith Phalane, Thokozani Mbonane, Amanda Skepu, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Effectiveness of Tenofovir-induced Tool in Improving Early Screening of Acute Kidney Injury among Female Sex Workers in North-West Province: Protocol for a Quasi-experimental Study. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
13. Lerato Lucia Olifant, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew Shiferaw, Hlengiwe Mhlophe, Lehana Thabane, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Pre-exposure prophylaxis outcomes following implementation of innovative interventions during the Covid-19 lockdown period among women in the North-West Province, South Africa: A retrospective analysis. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
14. Amanda Antonette Mohlala, Edith Phalane, Bheki Magunga, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Protocol Paper: Effectiveness of a digital rapid HIV testing tool in improving quality assurance outcomes in Gauteng, South Africa: Evidence from the Rapid Test Continuous Quality Improvement Program. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
15. Joy Hlengiwe Mhlongo, Phalane Edith, Yegnanew A. Shiferaw, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Leveraging Machine Learning Algorithms to Predict STI Prevalence, Transmission Dynamics, and Trends in South African Adults Using SABSSM Data: A Study Protocol. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
16. Claris Siyamayambo, Edith Phalane, Ndumiso Tshuma, Yegnanew A. Shiferaw and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Factors associated with Sexually transmitted infection literacy among men who have sex with men and transgender people in Soweto: A machine learning approach. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
17. Mashudu Rampilo, Edith Phalane, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Assessment of the Routine Health Information Management System in monitoring HIV prevention and treatment cascade in South Africa. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
18. Mohlago Ablonia Seloka, Edith Phalane, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. The Evaluation of the Sexually Transmitted Infections Programme among Key and Priority Populations in Primary Healthcare Facilities to Inform a Targeted Response. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
19. Betty Sebati, Edith Phalane, Jacqueline Pienaar, Stanford Furamera, Yeganew Shiferaw, and Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. Impacts of Covid-19 Pandemic on HIV Treatment Outcomes Among Men Who Have Sex with Men in South Africa Using Routine Programme Data: An Interrupted Time Series Analysis. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
20. Kofi Atakorah-Yeboah Junior, Edith Phalane, Thomas Agyarko-Poku, Kyeremeh Atuahene, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. HIV testing and associated factors among men who have sex with men in Ghana: A Protocol Paper. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
21. Phumzile Mapula Sithole, Edith Phalane, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Determinants of adherence to antiretroviral treatment among farm workers living with human immunodeficiency virus in a selected sub-district in Limpopo Province, South Africa. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
22. Mazwi Kgokong, Edith Phalane, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Factors associated with contraceptive use among adolescent girls and young women in Lebowakgomo, Limpopo Province, South Africa. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
23. Cynthia Adobea Asante, Edith Phalane, Isaiah Doe Kwao, Kyeremeh Atuahene, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Utilization of the Key Population Unique Identifier Codes in monitoring HIV treatment cascade in Sub-Saharan Africa. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
24. Lifutso Motsieloa, Edith Phalane, Dinah Shabangu, Rachel Saker, Thenjiwe Jankie, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Differentiated service delivery model in improving HIV treatment outcomes among female sex workers in Gauteng Province, during the Covid-19 pandemic – study protocol Proceedings of the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference. BMC Proc 19 (Suppl 13), 20 (2025).
25. Phaswana-Mafuya RN, Phalane E. Harmonization of multiple HIV-related data sources in Sub-Saharan Africa: lessons learned from the Boloka Project. Meeting Abstracts from the 5th National Big Data Health Science Conference. BMC Proc 18 (Suppl 8), 9 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12919-024-00292-3.
26. Phaswana-Mafuya, RN, Phalane, E, Rao A, Willis K, Rucinski K, Voet KA, Abdulrahman A, Siyamayambo C, Sebati B, Seloka M, Jaiteh M, Olifant L, Journeay K, Sisel H, Wolmarans F, Li X, Olatosi B, Motsieloa L, Rampilo M, Baral, SD. Leveraging big heterogenous HIV-related data in the era of Protection of Personal Data Act in Sub Saharan Africa: lessons learned from the Boloka project. Meeting Abstracts from the 5th National Big Data Health Science Conference. BMC Proc 18 (Suppl 8), 9 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12919-024-00292-3.
27. Phaswana-Mafuya, Refilwe Nancy, Edith Phalane, Katharine S. Journeay, Haley I. Sisel, Claris Siyamayambo, Betty Sebati, Francois Wolmarans, Katherine Rucinski, Amrita Rao, Kalai Willis, Xiaoming LI, Olatosi Banky,
Stefan D. Baral. In Press. Harnessing big heterogeneous data to evaluate the potential impact of HIV responses among key populations in generalized epidemic settings in Sub Saharan Africa: The Boloka Data Repository. Proceedings of the 4th National Big Data Health Science Conference. BMC Proc 17 (Suppl 19), 32 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12919-023-00281-y.
28. Monique Brown, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya, Edith Phalane, Betty Sebati, Mohlago Seloka, Mohammad Rifat Haider. Intimate partner violence and sexually transmitted infections among south African women: An assessment of age disparities. APHA 2023 Annual Meeting and Expo.
29. E Phalane, CMT Fourie, CMC Mels, AE Schutte (2019). A 10-year follow-up study of demographic and cardiometabolic factors in HIV-infected South Africans. In proceeding of 9th SA AIDS Conference. South Africa, Durban.
30. E Phalane, CMT Fourie, CMC Mels, AE Schutte (2019). A comparative analysis of blood pressure in HIV-infected patients versus uninfected controls in Sub-Saharan Africa: a narrative review. In proceeding of 17th European AIDS Conference. Switzerland, Basil.
31. E Phalane, CMT Fourie, CMC Mels, AE Schutte (2018). Demographic and cardio- metabolic factors in an HIV infected South African cohort over 10 years. In Proceedings of 12th International Symposium on Molecular Diagnostics, Austria, Graz.
1. Rampilo, M., Phalane, E. and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Assessment of opportunities for incorporating unique identifier code for key populations in the Routine Health Information Management System to strengthen monitoring of the HIV prevention and treatment cascade in South Africa. Population Medicine, 2026. Accepted, in press.
2. Olifant, L.L., Phalane, E., Yegnanew, A.S., Mhlophe, H., Thabane, L., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Pre-exposure Prophylaxis Outcomes During the COVID-19 Lockdown Period among Women in the North-West Province, South Africa: A Retrospective Analysis. 2026. AIDS Care. Accepted, in press
3. Jaiteh M., Phalane E., Shiferaw Y.A., and R.N., Phaswana-Mafuya. Integrating Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in HIV Testing Interventions in Gauteng Province, South Africa: Opportunities, Challenges, and Implementation Strategies. 2026. Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine. S Afr J HIV Med. 2026;27(1), a1797. https://doi.org/10.4102/ sajhivmed.v27i1.1797.
4. Motsieloa L, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Stakeholder Roles and Views in the Implementation of the Differentiated HIV Treatment Service Delivery Model Among Female Sex Workers in Gauteng Province, South Africa. Healthcare (Basel). 2025 Sep 17;13(18):2329. doi: 10.3390/healthcare13182329.
5. Phaswana Mafuya RN, Phalane E, Rao A, Willis K, Rucinski K, Voet KA, Abdulrahman A, Siyamayambo C, Sebati B, Seloka M, Jaiteh M, Olifant LL, Journeay K, Sisel H, Li X, Olatosi B, Hikmet N, Duhoon P, Wolmarans F, Shiferaw YA, Motsieloa L, Rampilo M, Baral S. (2025) Harnessing Big Heterogeneous Data to Evaluate the Potential Impact of HIV Responses Among Key Populations in Sub-Saharan Africa: Protocol for the Boloka Data Repository Initiative. JMIR Research Protocols, 14(1), p.e63583.
6. Phaswana-Mafuya R, Phalane E, Zungu N, Musekiwa A, Ramalepe LM, Bagg K, Nyasulu P, Shisana O. The Health Sector Response to Gender-Based Violence and Sexual Reproductive Health Programmes in Commonwealth and selected African countries: A systematic review protocol paper, Journal of Medical Internet Research. 2025. Accepted, in press.
7. Sebati, B., Phalane, E., Bilankulu, A. & Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. HIV Treatment Services Among Men Who Have Sex with Men During COVID-19 in Limpopo Province, South Africa. COVID. 2025; 5(10):180. https://doi.org/10.3390/covid5100180.
8. Olifant LL, Phalane E, Shiferaw YA, Mhlophe H, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. A Qualitative Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research Evaluation of Innovative PrEP Delivery During COVID-19 Among Adolescent Girls and Young Women in North West Province, South Africa. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2025 Oct 21;22(10):1602. doi: 10.3390/ijerph22101602.
9. Atakorah-Yeboah Junior K, Phalane E, Agyarko-Poku T, Atuahene K, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Interventions for improving the uptake of HIV testing among men who have sex with men in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review. 2025. Gender and Behaviour.
10. Atakorah-Yeboah Junior K, Phalane E, Agyarko-Poku T, Atuahene K, Shiferaw YA, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Determinants of HIV Testing Among Men Who Have Sex with Men in Ghana: Insights from the Ghana Men’s Study II. Sexes. 2025; 6(4):56. https://doi.org/10.3390/sexes6040056
11. Rampilo M, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Stakeholders' perspective on inclusion of key populations unique identifier codes in routine health information management system in South Africa. South Afr J HIV Med. 2025 Sep 30;26(1):1727. doi: 10.4102/sajhivmed.v26i1.1727.
12. Rampilo M, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Key stakeholder’s perspective on the inclusion of unique identifier codes for key populations in routine health information management systems in South Africa: an exploratory qualitative study. 2025. Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine. 2025 Sep 30;26(1):1727.
13. Jaiteh M, Phalane E, Shiferaw YA and Phaswana-Mafuya RN (2025) The status of machine learning in HIV testing in South Africa: a qualitative inquiry with stakeholders in Gauteng province. Front. Digit. Health 7:1618781. doi: 10.3389/fdgth.2025.1618781
14. Rampilo M, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Tracking HIV Outcomes Among Key Populations in the Routine Health Information Management System: A Systematic Review. Sexes. 2025; 6(3):32. https://doi.org/10.3390/sexes6030032.
15. Brown MJ, Geesaman J, Osinubi MO, Phalane E, Sebati B, Seloka M, Haider MR, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Intimate Partner Violence and Sexually Transmitted Infections among South African Women: An Assessment of Age Disparities. Sex Transm Dis. 2025 Jun 30:10.1097/OLQ.0000000000002212. doi: 10.1097/OLQ.0000000000002212.
16. Kofi Atakorah-Yeboah Junior, Edith Phalane, Thomas Agyarko-Poku, Kyeremeh Atuahene, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. (2025) Interventions for improving the uptake of HIV testing among men who have sex with men in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review. Gender and Behaviour.
17. Jaiteh M, Phalane E, Shiferaw YA, Amusa LB, Twinomurinzi H, Phaswana-Mafuya, RN. Application of Machine Learning and Emerging Technologies in the Uptake of HIV Testing: A Bibliometric Analysis of Published Studies 2000-2024. Interactive Journal of Medical Research, 14(1), p.e64829.
18. Jaiteh, M., Phalane, E., Shiferaw, Y.A., Jallow, H. and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025) The Application of Machine Learning Algorithms to Predict HIV Testing Using Evidence from the 2002–2017 South African Adult Population-Based Surveys: An HIV Testing Predictive Model. Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease, 10(6), p.167
19. Sebati B, Phalane E, Bilankulu A, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Barriers and facilitators of HIV treatment services among men who have sex with men during COVID-19 lockdown. Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine. 2025; 26(1):9.
20. Jaiteh M, Phalane E, Shiferaw YA, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. The Application of Machine Learning Algorithms to Predict HIV Testing in Repeated Adult Population–Based Surveys in South Africa: Protocol for a Multiwave Cross- Sectional Analysis. JMIR Research Protocols. 2025;14(1): e59916.
21. Olifant LL, Phalane E, Mhlophe H, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Stakeholders’ Perspectives on Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis Innovative Interventions Implemented During COVID-19 Among Adolescent Girls and Young Women in North- West Province of South Africa. COVID. 2025; 5(4):52.
22. Seloka MA, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. The control and prevention of sexually transmitted infections in primary healthcare facilities among key and priority population in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review. African Journal of Reproductive Health. 2025;29(3):168-203.
23. Seloka MA, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Stakeholders' Roles and Views in the Provision of Sexually Transmitted Infection Services Among Key and Priority Populations in Limpopo Province, South Africa. Healthcare (Basel). 2025 Sep 9;13(18):2262. doi: 10.3390/healthcare13182262.
24. Sebati B, Phalane E, Shiferaw YA, Pienaar J, Furamera S, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Impact of COVID-19 on the HIV Treatment Outcomes Among Men Who Have Sex with Men in South Africa After the Implementation of a Differentiated Service Delivery Model: An Interrupted Time Series Analysis. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2025;22(3):452.
25. Motsieloa L, Phalane E, Abdulrahman A, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Differentiated HIV service delivery model for female sex workers in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review. Southern African journal of HIV medicine. 2025; 26(1):1626.
26. Siyamayambo C, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Diagnosis and Management of Sexually Transmitted Infections Using Artificial Intelligence Applications Among Key and General Populations in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Algorithms. 2025;18(3):151.
27. Mohlala AA, Phalane E, Siyamayambo C, Jaiteh M, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Factors associated with accuracy of rapid HIV test performance in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. Southern African Journal of HIV Medicine. 2025 Feb 28;26(1):1641.
28. Abdulai, R., Phalane, E., Atuahene, K., Kwao, I.D., Afriyie, R., Shiferaw, Y.A. and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025) Consistency of Condom Use with Lubricants and Associated Factors Among Men Who Have Sex with Men in Ghana: Evidence from Integrated Bio-Behavioral Surveillance Survey. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 22(4), p.599.
29. Abdulai R, Phalane E, Atuahene K, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Consistent and Correct Use of Condoms With Lubricants and Associated Factors Among Men Who Have Sex With Men from the Ghana Men's Study II: Protocol for a Mixed Methods Study. JMIR Res Protoc. 2024 Dec 3;13:e63276. doi: 10.2196/63276.
30. Seloka, M. A., Phalane, E., & Phaswana-Mafuya, R. N. Evaluation of the Sexually Transmitted Infections Programme among Key and Priority Populations in Primary Healthcare Facilities to Inform a Targeted Response: A Protocol Paper. Methods and Protocols 2024;7(3), 47.
31. Rampilo M, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Piloting the Inclusion of the Key Populations Unique Identifier Code in the South African Routine Health Information Management System: Protocol for a Multiphased Study JMIR Res Protoc 2024;13:e55092. doi: 10.2196/55092.
32. Jaiteh M, Phalane E, Shiferaw YA, Voet KA, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Utilization of Machine Learning Algorithms for the Strengthening of HIV Testing: A Systematic Review. Algorithms. 2024;17(8):362.
33. Olifant LL, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Innovative pre-exposure prophylaxis interventions among adolescent girls and young women during COVID-19 lockdown period in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review. African journal of reproductive health. 2024; 28(9):191-213.
34. Olifant LL, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Oral Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis Innovative Interventions among Adolescent Girls and Young Women in South Africa: A Protocol Paper. Methods and Protocols. 2024; 7(5):77.
35. Motsieloa L, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Differentiated Service Delivery Model in Improving HIV Treatment Outcomes Among Female Sex Workers in Gauteng Province of South Africa: A Protocol Paper. Methods and Protocols. 2024; 7(6):89.
36. Abdulai R, Phalane E, Atuahene K, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Consistent and Correct Use of Condoms With Lubricants and Associated Factors Among Men Who Have Sex With Men from the Ghana Men’s Study II: Protocol for a Mixed Methods Study. JMIR Research Protocols. 2024;13(1):e63276.
37. Abdulai R, Phalane E, Atuahene K, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Consistent condom and lubricant use and associated factors amongst men who have sex with men in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review. Sexes. 2024;5(4):796- 813.
38. Peltzer, K., Phalane, E. and Phaswana-Mafuya, R. Prevalence and factors associated with diabetes, hypertension, and ischemic heart disease and/or stroke multimorbidity in Morocco: Results of a national STEPS survey 2017. Population Medicine. 2024; 6:1-6.
39. Peltzer K, Azirou DN, Phalane E, Seloka MA, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Behavioral and biological risk factors of non- communicable diseases: results of a nationally representative cross-sectional survey in Algeria. Population Medicine. 2024;6(June):1-9.
40. Phaswana-Mafuya RN, Phalane E, Sisel H, Motsieloa L, Journeay K, Dubula V, Sibeko J, Ramothwala P. Country ownership and sustainable programming of the HIV response in South Africa: A scoping review. South Afr J HIV Med. 2023 Nov 30;24(1):1511. doi: 10.4102/sajhivmed.v24i1.1511.
41. Sebati B, Phalane, E, Brown, MJ, & Phaswana-Mafuya R N. Evidence-based interventions for the uptake of HIV treatment services among key populations during COVID-19 lockdown in Sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review. Gender and Behaviour, 2023. 21(2), 21725–21745. https://doi.org/10.4314/gab.v21i2.
42. Amusa LB, Twinomurinzi H, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN. Big Data and Infectious Disease Epidemiology: Bibliometric Analysis and Research Agenda. Interact J Med Res. 2023 Mar 31;12:e42292. doi: 10.2196/42292.
43. Phaswana-Mafuya N, Peltzer K, Mlambo M, Phalane E. Gender health disparities among older adults in South Africa. Gender and Behaviour, Vol. 20, No. 2.
44. Phaswana-Mafuya N, Shisana O, Jassat W, Baral S, Makofane K, Phalane E, Zuma K, Zungu N, Chadyiwa M, Understanding the differential impacts of COVID-19 among hospitalised patients in South Africa for equitable response. S Afr Med J 2021 Nov 5;111(11):1084-1091.
45. Phalane E, Fourie CMT, Schutte AE, Kruger IM, Mels CMC. Arterial structure and function in Africans infected with HIV >5 years: longitudinal relationship with endothelial activation and cardiovascular risk markers. HIV Medicine. 2021 May 5.
46. Woodiwiss AJ, Gafane-Matemane LF, Norton GR, Uys L, Myburgh C, Nkeh-Chungag BN, Kruger L, Orchard A, Peterson VR, Kolkenbeck-Ruh A, Ahiante BO, Phalane E, et al. May Measurement Month 2019: an analysis of blood pressure screening results from South Africa. European Heart Journal Supplements, May 2021;23(B):B134–B137
47. Phalane E, Fourie CMT, Mels CMC, Schutte AE. A comparative analysis of blood pressure in HIV-infected patients versus uninfected controls residing in Sub- Saharan Africa: a narrative review. Journal of Human Hypertension.2020;34:692- 708.
48. Phalane E, Fourie CMT, Mels CMC, Schutte AE. A 10-year follow-up study of demographic and cardiometabolic factors in HIV-infected South Africans. Cardiovascular Journal of Africa. 2019; 30:1-10
49. Phalane E, Fourie CMT, Schutte AE. The metabolic syndrome and renal function in Africans Infected with human immunodeficiency virus. Southern African HIV Journal of Medicine. 2018; 19(1): 1-10.
50. Woodiwiss AJ, Kruger R, Norton GR, Schutte AE, Myburgh C, Nkeh- Chungag B, Sewani-Rusike CR, Vally M, Jones E, Peterson V, Marsh J, Gafane- Matemane LF, Ahiante BO, Phalane E, et al. May Measurement Month 2018: an analysis of blood pressure screening results in South Africa. European Heart Journal Supplements (2020) 22 (Supplement H), H115–H118.
51. Woodiwiss AJ, Kruger R, Norton GR, Schutte AE, Vally M, Fernandes DS, Masiu M, Kolkenbeck-Ruh A, Gafane- Matemane LF, Ahiante BO, Phalane E et al. May Measurement Month 2017: an analysis of blood pressure screening results in South Africa— Sub-Saharan Africa. European Heart Journal Supplements (2019) 21 (Supplement D), D104–D106.
Published Conference Proceedings
1. Edith Phalane, Haruna Jallow, Musa Jaiteh, Edmore Marinda, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Variations in antiretroviral therapy loss to follow-up rate among South African adults across nine provinces: a machine learning approach. Proceedings of the 7th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 2026. BMC Proceedings. Accepted, in Press.
2. Edmore Marinda, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. Adolescent girls and young women in South Africa: Insights from the six National Surveys. Proceedings of the 7th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 2026. BMC Proceedings. Accepted, in Press.
3. Mohlago Ablonia Seloka, Edith Phalane, Edmore Marinda, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Prediction of HIV/STI Risk Factors Among Pregnant Women in South Africa using a national repeated cross-sectional survey. Proceedings of the 7th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 2026. BMC Proceedings. Accepted, in Press.
4. Ketlareng Polori, Edith Phalane, Amanda Skepu, Thokozani Mbonane, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Evaluating Diagnostic Strategies for Tenofovir-Associated Kidney Injury in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Synthesis of Biomarkers, eGFR Equations, and Point-of-Care Tools. Proceedings of the 7th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 2026. BMC Proceedings. Accepted, in Press.
5. Joy Mhlongo, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew A. Shiferaw, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Predicting the STI Prevalence, Transmission Dynamics, and Trends in South African Adults Using the Repeated South African National Survey 2017. Proceedings of the 7th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 2026. BMC Proceedings. Accepted, in Press.
6. Amanda Mohlala, Edith Phalane, Bheki Magunga, Anil Kalan, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Effectiveness of an eLearning Management Systems in im-proving quality assurance of rapid HIV test outcomes in Gauteng Province, South Africa: A retrospective quasi-experimental study. Proceedings of the 7th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 2026. BMC Proceedings. Accepted, in Press.
7. Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya, Edith Phalane, E, and Yegnanew Shiferaw. Changes in HIV Treatment Outcomes from 2017-2022 in South Africa: Retrospective Analysis of Aggregated Routine Programme Data. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
8. Edith Phalane, Yegnanew Shiferaw, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Viral Load Testing and Suppression from 2017-2022 Using Routine Programme Data in South Africa: A Retrospective Analysis. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
9. Yegnanew Shiferaw, Edith Phalane, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Modeling precise district-level HIV prevalence among individuals aged 15 years and above in South Africa using an area-level Poisson mixed model. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
10. Ratif Abdulai, Edith Phalane, Kreyemeh Atuahene, Isaiah Doe Kwao, Rita Afriyie, Yegnanew A Shiferaw and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Consistency of Correct Utilization of Condoms with Lubricants and Associated Factors Among Men who have Sex with Men in Ghana: Evidence from Integrated Bio-behavioral Surveillance Survey. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
11. Musa Jaiteh, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew Shiferaw and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. The Application of Machine Learning Algorithms to Predict HIV Testing Among South African Adult Population: Evidence from the 2002, 2005, 2008, 20012 and 2017 Population-Based Surveys. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
12. Ketlareng Polori, Edith Phalane, Thokozani Mbonane, Amanda Skepu, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Effectiveness of Tenofovir-induced Tool in Improving Early Screening of Acute Kidney Injury among Female Sex Workers in North-West Province: Protocol for a Quasi-experimental Study. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
13. Lerato Lucia Olifant, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew Shiferaw, Hlengiwe Mhlophe, Lehana Thabane, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Pre-exposure prophylaxis outcomes following implementation of innovative interventions during the Covid-19 lockdown period among women in the North-West Province, South Africa: A retrospective analysis. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
14. Amanda Antonette Mohlala, Edith Phalane, Bheki Magunga, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Protocol Paper: Effectiveness of a digital rapid HIV testing tool in improving quality assurance outcomes in Gauteng, South Africa: Evidence from the Rapid Test Continuous Quality Improvement Program. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
15. Joy Hlengiwe Mhlongo, Phalane Edith, Yegnanew A. Shiferaw, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Leveraging Machine Learning Algorithms to Predict STI Prevalence, Transmission Dynamics, and Trends in South African Adults Using SABSSM Data: A Study Protocol. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
16. Claris Siyamayambo, Edith Phalane, Ndumiso Tshuma, Yegnanew A. Shiferaw and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Factors associated with Sexually transmitted infection literacy among men who have sex with men and transgender people in Soweto: A machine learning approach. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
17. Mashudu Rampilo, Edith Phalane, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Assessment of the Routine Health Information Management System in monitoring HIV prevention and treatment cascade in South Africa. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
18. Mohlago Ablonia Seloka, Edith Phalane, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. The Evaluation of the Sexually Transmitted Infections Programme among Key and Priority Populations in Primary Healthcare Facilities to Inform a Targeted Response. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
19. Betty Sebati, Edith Phalane, Jacqueline Pienaar, Stanford Furamera, Yeganew Shiferaw, and Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. Impacts of Covid-19 Pandemic on HIV Treatment Outcomes Among Men Who Have Sex with Men in South Africa Using Routine Programme Data: An Interrupted Time Series Analysis. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
20. Kofi Atakorah-Yeboah Junior, Edith Phalane, Thomas Agyarko-Poku, Kyeremeh Atuahene, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. HIV testing and associated factors among men who have sex with men in Ghana: A Protocol Paper. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
21. Phumzile Mapula Sithole, Edith Phalane, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Determinants of adherence to antiretroviral treatment among farm workers living with human immunodeficiency virus in a selected sub-district in Limpopo Province, South Africa. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
22. Mazwi Kgokong, Edith Phalane, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Factors associated with contraceptive use among adolescent girls and young women in Lebowakgomo, Limpopo Province, South Africa. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
23. Cynthia Adobea Asante, Edith Phalane, Isaiah Doe Kwao, Kyeremeh Atuahene, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Utilization of the Key Population Unique Identifier Codes in monitoring HIV treatment cascade in Sub-Saharan Africa. Meeting from the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 13-14 February 2025. BMC Proceedings 2025 19(Suppl 13):20.
24. Lifutso Motsieloa, Edith Phalane, Dinah Shabangu, Rachel Saker, Thenjiwe Jankie, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Differentiated service delivery model in improving HIV treatment outcomes among female sex workers in Gauteng Province, during the Covid-19 pandemic – study protocol Proceedings of the 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference. BMC Proc 19 (Suppl 13), 20 (2025).
25. Phaswana-Mafuya RN, Phalane E. Harmonization of multiple HIV-related data sources in Sub-Saharan Africa: lessons learned from the Boloka Project. Meeting Abstracts from the 5th National Big Data Health Science Conference. BMC Proc 18 (Suppl 8), 9 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12919-024-00292-3.
26. Phaswana-Mafuya, RN, Phalane, E, Rao A, Willis K, Rucinski K, Voet KA, Abdulrahman A, Siyamayambo C, Sebati B, Seloka M, Jaiteh M, Olifant L, Journeay K, Sisel H, Wolmarans F, Li X, Olatosi B, Motsieloa L, Rampilo M, Baral, SD. Leveraging big heterogenous HIV-related data in the era of Protection of Personal Data Act in Sub Saharan Africa: lessons learned from the Boloka project. Meeting Abstracts from the 5th National Big Data Health Science Conference. BMC Proc 18 (Suppl 8), 9 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12919-024-00292-3.
27. Phaswana-Mafuya, Refilwe Nancy, Edith Phalane, Katharine S. Journeay, Haley I. Sisel, Claris Siyamayambo, Betty Sebati, Francois Wolmarans, Katherine Rucinski, Amrita Rao, Kalai Willis, Xiaoming LI, Olatosi Banky,
Stefan D. Baral. In Press. Harnessing big heterogeneous data to evaluate the potential impact of HIV responses among key populations in generalized epidemic settings in Sub Saharan Africa: The Boloka Data Repository. Proceedings of the 4th National Big Data Health Science Conference. BMC Proc 17 (Suppl 19), 32 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12919-023-00281-y.
28. Monique Brown, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya, Edith Phalane, Betty Sebati, Mohlago Seloka, Mohammad Rifat Haider. Intimate partner violence and sexually transmitted infections among south African women: An assessment of age disparities. APHA 2023 Annual Meeting and Expo.
29. E Phalane, CMT Fourie, CMC Mels, AE Schutte (2019). A 10-year follow-up study of demographic and cardiometabolic factors in HIV-infected South Africans. In proceeding of 9th SA AIDS Conference. South Africa, Durban.
30. E Phalane, CMT Fourie, CMC Mels, AE Schutte (2019). A comparative analysis of blood pressure in HIV-infected patients versus uninfected controls in Sub-Saharan Africa: a narrative review. In proceeding of 17th European AIDS Conference. Switzerland, Basil.
31. E Phalane, CMT Fourie, CMC Mels, AE Schutte (2018). Demographic and cardio- metabolic factors in an HIV infected South African cohort over 10 years. In Proceedings of 12th International Symposium on Molecular Diagnostics, Austria, Graz.
National and International Conference Presentations
1. Edith Phalane. Where to after your BSc degree graduation: From degree to purposeful direction. 8th Annual School Seminar. 7 July 2026. University of Limpopo. Invited Speaker.
2. Edith Phalane, Haruna Jallow, Musa Jaiteh, Edmore Marinda, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Variations in antiretroviral therapy loss to follow-up rate among South African adults across nine provinces: a machine learning approach. 7th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 12 -13 February 2026, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. Oral presentation.
3. Edmore Marinda, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. Adolescent girls and young women in South Africa: Insights from the six National Surveys. 7th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 12 -13 February 2026, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. Oral presentation.
4. Musa Jaiteh, Edith Phalane, Edmore Marinda, Haruna Jallow, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Machine Learning for Predicting HIV Risk and Future Trends Among South African Adults Aged 15–49 Years: Insights from the 2017 SABSSM Survey. 7th Big data health sciences conference, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. 12-13 Feb 2026.
5. Ratif Abdulai, Edith Phalane, Kyeremeh Atuahene, Isaiah Doe Kwao and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Social Injustice Among Men Who have Sex with Men in Ghana: Prevalence and Contributing Factors Among Those Who Disclose Their Sexual Identity. 7th Big data health sciences conference, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. 12-13 Feb 2026.
6. Mohlago Ablonia Seloka, Edith Phalane, Edmore Marinda, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Prediction of HIV/STI Risk Factors Among Pregnant Women in South Africa using a national repeated cross-sectional survey. 7th Big data health sciences conference, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. 12-13 Feb 2026.
7. Ketlareng Polori, Edith Phalane, Amanda Skepu, Thokozani Mbonane, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Evaluating Diagnostic Strategies for Tenofovir-Associated Kidney Injury in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Synthesis of Biomarkers, eGFR Equations, and Point-of-Care Tools. 7th Big data health sciences conference, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. 12-13 Feb 2026.
8. Joy Mhlongo, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew A. Shiferaw, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Predicting the STI Prevalence, Transmission Dynamics, and Trends in South African Adults Using the Repeated South African National Survey 2017. 7th Big data health sciences conference, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. 12-13 Feb 2026.
9. Amanda Mohlala, Edith Phalane, Bheki Magunga, Anil Kalan, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya Effectiveness of an eLearning Management Systems in improving quality assurance of rapid HIV test outcomes in Gauteng Province, South Africa: A retrospective quasi-experimental study. 7th Big data health sciences conference, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. 12-13 Feb 2026.
10. Motsieloa, L., Phalane, E., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Evaluation of the differentiated HIV treatment service delivery model among female sex workers in selected facilities of Gauteng Province. International Conference on AIDS and STI in Africa, Ghana, Accra. 3 -8 Dec 2025.
11. Musa Jaiteh, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew A Shiferaw, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Integrating Machine Learning in HIV Testing Interventions in Gauteng Province, South Africa: Opportunities, Challenges, and Implementation Strategies. International Conference on AIDS and STI in Africa, Ghana, Accra. 3 -8 Dec 2025.
12. Atakorah-Yeboah, K.J., Phalane, E., Agyarko-Poku, T., Atuahene, K., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Barriers and facilitators associated with HIV testing among men who have sex with men in Ghana: A national cross-sectional analysis. International Conference on AIDS and STI in Africa, Ghana, Accra. 3 -8 Dec 2025.
13. Betty Sabati, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. The impacts of Covid-19 on the HIV care continuum among men who have sex with men in South Africa: An Implementation Science Study. 17th Early Career Scientist Convention, RCD SAMRC. 19 – 20 November 2025, Cape Town, South Africa. Oral Presentation
14. Musa Jaiteh, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew Shiferaw, and Refilwe N Phaswana-Mafuya. The status of machine learning in South Africa: Qualitative Study Among Stakeholders in Gauteng Province. 7th DIRISA 2025 Annual National Research Data Workshop, South Africa, Pretoria. 2-3 July 2025.
15. Claris Siyamayambo, Edith Phalane, and Refilwe N Phaswana-Mafuya Factors associated with Sexually Transmitted Infections Literacy among men who have sex with men and transgender people in Soweto: A machine learning approach. 7th DIRISA 2025 Annual National Research Data Workshop, South Africa, Pretoria. 2-3 July 2025.
16. Mohlago Ablonia Seloka, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. The control and prevention of sexually transmitted infections in primary healthcare facilities among key and priority populations in Sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review. STI technical working group (TWG) workshop. 14 May 2025, Johannesburg, South Africa. Oral Presentation.
17. Motsieloa Lifutso, Edith Phalane and Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. Evaluation of the differentiated service delivery model in improving HIV treatment outcomes among female sex workers in Gauteng Province of South Africa: A Framework for decentralization of HIV care. Faculty of Health Sciences Postgraduate Day 2025, South Africa, Johannesburg, Faculty of Health Science. 08 August 2025
18. Musa Jaiteh, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew Shiferaw, and Refilwe N Phaswana-Mafuya. The status of machine learning in South Africa: Qualitative Study Among Stakeholders in Gauteng Province. Faculty of Health Sciences Postgraduate Day 2025, South Africa, Johannesburg, Faculty of Health Science. 08 August 2025.
19. Jaiteh, M., Phalane E., Shiferaw, Y.A., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Integrating Machine Learning in HIV Testing Interventions in Gauteng Province, South Africa: Opportunities, Challenges, and Implementation Strategies. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025
20. Musa Jaiteh, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew Shiferaw, and Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. An Evidence-based Integrated Model for Improving Correct Condom Usage with Lubricant Consistency for the Prevention of HIV/STIs Transmission Among Men who have Sex with Men in Ghana. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025. 20-21 October 2025. Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. Oral Presentation.
21. Malatji, I.K., Phalane, E., Seloka, M.A., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. The impact of Covid-19 pandemic on HIV clinic attendance among people living with HIV in Johannesburg, Gauteng Province: A cross-sectional study. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
22. Tibbatts, M.A., Phalane, E., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Factors affecting the uptake of Covid -19 vaccine amongst people living with HIV at Esselen Clinic in Johannesburg, South Africa. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
23. Abdulai, R., Phalane, E., Atuahene, K., Afriyie, R., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Interventions for the Promotion of Consistent and Correct Use of Condoms with Condom-Compatible Lubricants among Men Who Have Sex with Men in Ghana: A Qualitative Study Among Key Stakeholders. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
24. Mohlala, A.A., Phalane, E., Magunga, B., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Effectiveness of Digital Tools in Improving Quality Assurance and HIV Testing Outcomes: A Systematic Review. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
25. Motsieloa, L., Phalane, E., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Stakeholders' Roles and Views in the Implementation of the Differentiated HIV Treatment Service Delivery Model Among Female Sex Workers in Gauteng Province, South Africa. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
26. Lifutso Motsieloa, Edith Phalane, and Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. Differentiated Service Delivery Model improving HIV Treatment Outcomes among Female Sex Workers during Covid-19 in Gauteng: Retrospective program data analysis. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025. 20-21 October 2025. Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. Oral Presentation.
27. Sebati, B., Phalane, E., Bilankulu, A., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. HIV Treatment Services Among Men Who Have Sex with Men During COVID-19 in Limpopo Province, South Africa. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
28. Khumalo, T., Phalane, E., Sebati, B., Land, M., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Factors associated with adherence to HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis among young women aged 18-30 years in Alfred Nzo District, Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
29. Atakorah-Yeboah, K.J., Phalane, E., Agyarko-Poku, T., Atuahene, K., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Perspectives of Men Who Have Sex with Men on HIV Testing Interventions in Ghana. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
30. Manzi, N.P., Phalane, E., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Antiretroviral therapy uptake and associated factors during the COVID-19 lockdown period among people living with HIV in a selected district of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
31. Mtshali C., M., Phalane, E., Abdulai, R., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Dolutegravir-based antiretroviral treatment regimen administration by healthcare workers and associated factors in pregnant and childbearing age women living with HIV in selected KwaZulu-Natal facilities. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
32. Nkambule, Z.C., Phalane, E., Siyamayambo, C., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Factors Associated with Condom Use among Circumcised Men in South Africa: Evidence from the 2017 Cross-sectional National Survey. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
33. Mlondolozi, S., Phalane, E., Abdulai, R., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. A retrospective analysis of factors associated with HIV viral load outcomes amongst patients on antiretroviral therapy in a selected district hospital in Gauteng Province, South Africa. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
34. Rampilo, M., Phalane, E., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Perspectives on the Usability and Feasibility of the Key Populations Unique Identifier Codes in South Africa’s Routine Health Information Management System. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
35. Seloka, M.A., Phalane, E., Ramapuputla, P., Rosina Lysie Makhubela, R.L., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Sexually Transmitted Infections Programme Evaluation Within Primary Healthcare Facilities in Limpopo Province, South Africa. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
36. Ngobe, T.W., Phalane, E., Motsieloa, L., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Factors associated with parental hesitancy toward Covid-19 vaccination of children aged 5–11 years old at Mzimkhulu Sub-district in KwaZulu-Natal Province. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
37. Siyamayambo, C., Phalane, E., Jaiteh, M., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Factors Associated with Sexually Transmitted Infection Literacy Among Men who have Sex with Men and Transgender People in Soweto: A Machine Learning Approach. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
38. Polori, K., Phalane, E., Mbonane, T., Skepu, A., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Review of Tenofovir-Induced Acute Kidney Injury Detection Methods in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
39. Mhlongo, J., Phalane, E., Yegnanew Shiferaw, Y.A., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Sexually Transmitted Infections Prevalence, Transmission Dynamics, and Trends in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
40. Sebati B; Phalane E, Bilankulu A, Phaswana-Mafuya RN (2025). HIV treatment services among men who have sex with men during Covid-19, Limpopo Province, South Africa. 2025 Pan-African PG & PDRF Research Conference, Johannesburg, South Africa.
41. Jaiteh M, Phalane E, Shiferaw YA, Phaswana-Mafuya RN (2025). Integrating Machine Learning Algorithms to Enhance HIV Testing Interventions Among South African Adults: An HIV Testing Predictive Model. 2025 Pan-African PG & PDRF Research Conference, Johannesburg, South Africa.
42. Jaiteh M, Phalane E, Shiferaw YA, Phaswana-Mafuya RN (2025). The Status of Machine Learning in HIV Testing in South Africa: A Qualitative Study Among Stakeholders in Gauteng Province. 6th Annual Research Data Workshop South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa, 2-3 July 2025.
43. Siyamayambo C, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN (2025). Factors associated with Sexually transmitted infection literacy among men who have sex with men and transgender people in Soweto: A machine learning approach. 6th Annual Research Data Workshop South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa, 2-3 July 2025.
44. Siyamayambo C, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN (2025). Factors associated with Sexually transmitted infection literacy among men who have sex with men and transgender people in Soweto: A machine learning approach. 5th Annual International Symposium on Modern Statistics and Biostatistics (SYMSTAT2025). Pretoria, South Africa, 2-4 July 2025.
45. Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N., Phalane, E., Yegnanew, S. (2025). Changes in HIV Treatment Outcomes from 2017–2022 in South Africa: Retrospective Analysis of Aggregated Routine Programme Data. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
46. Phalane, E., Yegnanew, S., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Viral Load Testing and Suppression from 2017–2022 Using Routine Programme Data in South Africa: A Retrospective Analysis. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
47. Yegnanew, S., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Modeling Precise District-Level HIV Prevalence Among Individuals Aged 15+ in South Africa Using Area-Level Poisson Mixed Model. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
48. Abdulai, R., Phalane, E., Atuahene, K., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Consistency of Correct Condom and Lubricant Use Among MSM in Ghana: Evidence from IBBS Survey. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
49. Jaiteh, M., Phalane, E., Shiferaw, Y.A., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Application of Machine Learning Algorithms to Predict HIV Testing Among South African Adults: Analysis of 2002–2017 Surveys. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
50. Polori, K.L., Phalane, E., Skepu, A., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Tenofovir-Induced Tool for Early Screening of Acute Kidney Injury Among FSWs in NW Province: Protocol for a Quasi-Experimental Study. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
51. Lifutso Motsieloa, Edith Phalane, Dinah Shabangu, Rachel Saker, Thenjiwe Jankie, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Differentiated service delivery model in improving HIV treatment outcomes among female sex workers in Gauteng Province, during the Covid-19 pandemic – study protocol. 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 13-14 February 2026, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. Poster presentation.
52. Olifant, L.L., Phalane, E., Shiferaw, Y., Mhlophe, H., Thabane, L., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). PrEP Outcomes After Innovative Interventions During Covid-19 Lockdown Among Women in NW Province: A Retrospective Analysis. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
53. Mohlala, A.A., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Effectiveness of a Digital Rapid HIV Testing Tool in Improving QA Outcomes in Gauteng: Evidence from RTCQI Program (Protocol Paper). 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
54. Mhlongo, J.H., Phalane, E., Shiferaw, Y.A., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Leveraging ML to Predict STI Prevalence, Transmission Dynamics, and Trends in South African Adults Using SABSSM Data: A Protocol. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
55. Siyamayambo, C., Phalane, E., Tshuma, N., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Factors Associated with STI Literacy Among MSM and Transgender People in Soweto: A Machine Learning Approach. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
56. Rampilo, M., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Assessment of Routine Health Information Management System in Monitoring HIV Prevention and Treatment Cascade in South Africa. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
57. Seloka, M.A., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Evaluation of STI Programme Among Key and Priority Populations in PHC Facilities: Informing a Targeted Response. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
58. Sebati, B., Phalane, E., Pienaar, J., Furamera, S., Shiferaw, Y., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Impacts of Covid-19 on HIV Treatment Outcomes Among MSM in South Africa: An Interrupted Time Series Analysis. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
59. Atakorah-Yeboah, K.J., Phalane, E., Agyarko-Poku, T., Atuahene, K., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). HIV Testing and Associated Factors Among MSM in Ghana: Protocol Paper. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
60. Cynthia Adobea Asante, Edith Phalane, Isaiah Doe Kwao, Kyeremeh Atuahene, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya.
61. Sithole, P.M., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Determinants of ART Adherence Among Farm Workers Living with HIV in Limpopo Province. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
62. Kgokong, M., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Factors Associated with Contraceptive Use Among Adolescent Girls and Young Women in Lebowakgomo, Limpopo. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
63. Asante, C.A., Phalane, E., Kwao, I.D., Atuahene, K., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Utilization of Key Population Unique Identifier Codes in Monitoring HIV Treatment Cascade in Sub-Saharan Africa. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
64. Sosibo Phelelani, Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N.., Phalane E 2024. Time to COVID-19 clinical deterioration and factors associated with COVID-19 severe disease among patients living with HIV in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa: A retrospective cohort analysis of COVID-19 surveillance data, AIDS 2024, The 25th International AIDS Conference, 22–26 July 2024.
65. Seloka, M., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. The control and prevention of sexually transmitted infections in primary healthcare facilities among key and priority population in Sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review, 10th International Conference on Public Health, 15–16 August 2024.
66. Phaswana-Mafuya, Refilwe Nancy, Edith Phalane, Katharine S. Journeay, Haley I. Sisel, Claris Siyamayambo, Betty Sebati, Francois Wolmarans, Katherine Rucinski, Amrita Rao, Kalai Willis, Xiaoming LI, Olatosi Banky, Stefan D. Baral. 2023. Harnessing big heterogeneous data to evaluate the potential impact of HIV responses among key populations in generalized epidemic settings in Sub Saharan Africa: The Boloka Data Repository. Oral presentation.
67. Phaswana-Mafuya, RN & Phalane, E. 2024. Harmonization of multiple HIV related data sources in Sub Saharan Africa: Lessons Learned from the Boloka Project, Electronic Health Records Core Breakout Session, at the 5th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 2-3 February 2024.
68. Phalane, Edith & Phaswana-Mafuya RN. 2024. Leveraging big heterogenous HIV-related data in the era of Protection of Personal Data Act in SSA: Lessons Learned from the Boloka project, at the 5th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 2-3 February 2024.
69. Siyamayambo, C., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Applications of 4IR on the diagnosis and management of HIV among key populations in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
70. Olifant, L., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Innovative pre-exposure prophylaxis interventions among adolescent girls and young women during COVID-19, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
71. Sebati, B., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. COVID-19 impact on HIV care continuum among men who have sex with men in South Africa: A doctoral study protocol, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
72. Abdulai, R., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Consistent condom and lubricant use and associated factors amongst men who have sex with men in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
73. Jaiteh, M., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Utilization of Machine Learning Algorithms for the Strengthening of HIV Testing: Systematic Review, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
74. Mhlongo, J., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Factors associated with COVID-19 vaccine uptake among forestry employees in a selected municipality, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
75. Motsieloa, L., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N., 2024. Status quo on the implementation of differentiated service delivery in improving HIV treatment outcomes among female sex workers in Sub-Saharan Africa, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
76. Rampilo, M., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. The status quo on existing routine health information management systems that have... (title incomplete), World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
77. Ncube, N.K., Mupara, L.M., Phalane, E., Siyamayambo, C., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Assessing healthcare interventions by health facilities in response to the effect of COVID-19 on service delivery for FSW in Ibadan, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
78. Sithole, P.M., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Prevalence and factors associated with antiretroviral therapy adherence among farm workers living with human immunodeficiency virus in a selected sub-district in Limpopo Province, South Africa, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
79. Kofi Atakorah-Yeboah Junior, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. A review of interventions for improving HIV testing services among men who have sex with men in sub-Saharan Africa. World Congress of Epidemiology, 24–27 September 2024. Cape Town, South Africa. Poster presentation.
80. Maria Magano Tuyoleni Egodhi, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. Factors associated with voluntary medical male circumcision in South Africa: Evidence from the 2017 South African National HIV Prevalence, Incidence, and Behavior Survey. World Congress of Epidemiology, 24–27 September 2024. Cape Town, South Africa. Poster presentation.
81. Asante, C.A., Phalane, E., Atuahene, K., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Utilization of the Key Population Unique Identification System in monitoring HIV treatment cascade in Sub-Saharan Africa. World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
82. Siyamayambo, C., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Applications of 4IR on the diagnosis and management of STIs among key and general populations in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Bibliometric Analysis, Annual CHPC Conference 2024, 30 November – 04 December 2024, Gqeberha, South Africa.
83. Siyamayambo, C., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning on the Diagnosis and Management of Sexually Transmitted Infections among Key Populations in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Bibliometric Analysis, National CSIR ICC and NICIS Conference, 03 – 04 July 2024, Pretoria, South Africa.
84. Jaiteh, M., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Application of Machine Learning in the Uptake of HIV Testing: A Bibliometric Analysis of Published Studies 2000–2024, CSIR ICC and NICIS, 03 – 04 July 2024, Pretoria, South Africa.
85. Siyamayambo, C., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. An assessment of the impact of spatial connectivity structures on spatial model fit: A Machine-Learning Approach, 65th Annual Conference of the South African Statistical Association, 18 – 22 November 2024, Stellenbosch, Cape Town, South Africa.
86. Mohlala, A.A., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Factors associated with the accuracy of rapid HIV test performance among health care workers in selected facilities in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. SA AIDS Conference, 20-23 June 2023. Durban, South Africa.
87. Monique Brown, Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya, Edith Phalane, Betty Sebati, Mohlago Seloka & Haider, R. 2023. Intimate partner violence and STI among South African women accepted for presentation at the American Public Health Association Annual Meeting, 15 November 2023.
88. Phaswana-Mafuya, RN, Phalane E., et al. 2023. Plenary Speaker on harnessing big heterogeneous data to evaluate the potential impact of HIV responses among key populations in generalized epidemic settings in SSA: The Boloka Data Warehouse Project presented at 4th national big data health science conference: unlocking the power of big data in health, translating data science into practice, 10-11 February 2023.
89. Phaswana-Mafuya, RN, Edith Phalane, Enirietta Makanza, Clarence Yah, Olive Shisana, Stefan Baral, Shamistha Mishra, Yegna Shiferew, Sinethemba Thubeni, Betty Sebati. COVID-19 vaccine coverage in South Africa: COVID-19 vaccine coverage, trends and patterns in South Africa: Do they vary across subsets of the population? 2022. PHASA Conference, Southern Sun, Durban, 11-14 September 2022.
90. Enireta Makanza, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Evidence-based interventions for the uptake of HIV treatment services among key populations during COVID-19 in Sub Saharan Africa: A systematic review. PHASA Conference, 11-14 September 2022, Durban South Africa.
91. Sebati Betty, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Determining the nature of COVID-19 impact on the provision of pre-exposure prophylaxis among key populations in Sub Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review. PHASA Conference, 11-14 September 2022, Durban South Africa.
92. Phaswana-Mafuya, RN, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew Shiferew, Enirietta Makanza, Betty Sebati. Harnessing big heterogeneous data to evaluate the potential impact of HIV responses among key populations in generalized epidemic settings in Sub Saharan Africa: Boloka Warehouse. PHASA Conference, Southern Sun, Durban, 11-14 September 2022. Panel Discussion.
93. Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya and Edith Phalane. Harnessing big heterogeneous data to evaluate the potential impact of HIV responses among key populations in generalized epidemic settings in Sub Saharan Africa. SAMRC Grant Holder Annual Conference, Cape Town, South Africa, 20-23 November 2023.
94. Phaswana-Mafuya, RN, Edith Phalane, Enirietta Makanza, Clarence Yah, Olive Shisana, Stefan Baral, Shamistha Mishra, Yegna Shiferew, Sinethemba Thubeni, Betty Sebati. COVID-19 vaccine coverage in South Africa: COVID-19 vaccine coverage, trends and patterns in South Africa: Do they vary across subsets of the population? 2022. PHASA Conference, Southern Sun, Durban, 11-14 September 2022. Oral Presentation
95. Phaswana-Mafuya, RN, Edith Phalane, Enirietta Makanza, Clarence Yah, Olive Shisana, Stefan Baral, Shamistha Mishra, Yegna Shiferew, Sinethemba Thubeni, Betty Sebati. COVID-19 vaccine coverage in South Africa: COVID-19 vaccine coverage, trends and patterns in South Africa: Do they vary across subsets of the population? Cochrane South Africa National Symposium, 22-23 Nov 2022, Online, South Africa
96. Sebati Betty, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Determining the nature of COVID-19 impact on the provision of pre-exposure prophylaxis among key populations in Sub Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review (poster). Cochrane South Africa National Symposium, 22-23 Nov 2022, Online, South Africa
97. Enireta Makanza, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Evidence-based interventions for the uptake of HIV treatment services among key populations during COVID-19 in Sub Saharan Africa: A systematic review (poster). Cochrane South Africa National Symposium, 22-23 Nov 2022, Online, South Africa
98. Kofi Atakorah Yeboah Junior, Edith Phalane, Thomas Agyarko-Poku, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. The impact of covid-19 on provision of HIV testing services and mitigation strategies among key population in Sub-Saharan Africa (poster). Cochrane South Africa National Symposium, 22-23 Nov 2022, Online, South Africa
99. Claris Siyamayambo, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Cochrane SA Virtual National Symposium 2022 Abstract presentation 22 – 23 November 2022, Poster presentation on “Statistical predictive modeling and machine learning of HIV prevention and care continuum among key populations in Sub Saharan Africa: A systematic review (poster). Cochrane South Africa National Symposium, 22-23 Nov 2022, Online, South Africa.
100. Edith Phalane, Carla Maria Theresia Fourie, Carina MC Mels, Alta Elizabeth Schutte (2019). A 10-year follow-up study of demographic and cardiometabolic factors in HIV-infected South Africans. 9th SA AIDS Conference. South Africa, Durban.
101. Edith Phalane, Carla Maria Theresia Fourie, Carina MC Mels, Alta Elizabeth Schutte (2019). A comparative analysis of blood pressure in HIV-infected patients versus uninfected controls in Sub-Saharan Africa: a narrative review. 17th European AIDS Conference. Switzerland, Basil.
102. Edith Phalane, Carla Maria Theresia Fourie, Carina MC Mels, Alta Elizabeth Schutte (2018). Demographic and cardio- metabolic factors in an HIV infected South African cohort over 10 years. 12th International Symposium on Molecular Diagnostics, Austria, Graz.
1. Edith Phalane. Where to after your BSc degree graduation: From degree to purposeful direction. 8th Annual School Seminar. 7 July 2026. University of Limpopo. Invited Speaker.
2. Edith Phalane, Haruna Jallow, Musa Jaiteh, Edmore Marinda, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Variations in antiretroviral therapy loss to follow-up rate among South African adults across nine provinces: a machine learning approach. 7th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 12 -13 February 2026, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. Oral presentation.
3. Edmore Marinda, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. Adolescent girls and young women in South Africa: Insights from the six National Surveys. 7th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 12 -13 February 2026, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. Oral presentation.
4. Musa Jaiteh, Edith Phalane, Edmore Marinda, Haruna Jallow, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Machine Learning for Predicting HIV Risk and Future Trends Among South African Adults Aged 15–49 Years: Insights from the 2017 SABSSM Survey. 7th Big data health sciences conference, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. 12-13 Feb 2026.
5. Ratif Abdulai, Edith Phalane, Kyeremeh Atuahene, Isaiah Doe Kwao and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Social Injustice Among Men Who have Sex with Men in Ghana: Prevalence and Contributing Factors Among Those Who Disclose Their Sexual Identity. 7th Big data health sciences conference, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. 12-13 Feb 2026.
6. Mohlago Ablonia Seloka, Edith Phalane, Edmore Marinda, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Prediction of HIV/STI Risk Factors Among Pregnant Women in South Africa using a national repeated cross-sectional survey. 7th Big data health sciences conference, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. 12-13 Feb 2026.
7. Ketlareng Polori, Edith Phalane, Amanda Skepu, Thokozani Mbonane, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Evaluating Diagnostic Strategies for Tenofovir-Associated Kidney Injury in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Synthesis of Biomarkers, eGFR Equations, and Point-of-Care Tools. 7th Big data health sciences conference, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. 12-13 Feb 2026.
8. Joy Mhlongo, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew A. Shiferaw, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Predicting the STI Prevalence, Transmission Dynamics, and Trends in South African Adults Using the Repeated South African National Survey 2017. 7th Big data health sciences conference, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. 12-13 Feb 2026.
9. Amanda Mohlala, Edith Phalane, Bheki Magunga, Anil Kalan, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya Effectiveness of an eLearning Management Systems in improving quality assurance of rapid HIV test outcomes in Gauteng Province, South Africa: A retrospective quasi-experimental study. 7th Big data health sciences conference, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. 12-13 Feb 2026.
10. Motsieloa, L., Phalane, E., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Evaluation of the differentiated HIV treatment service delivery model among female sex workers in selected facilities of Gauteng Province. International Conference on AIDS and STI in Africa, Ghana, Accra. 3 -8 Dec 2025.
11. Musa Jaiteh, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew A Shiferaw, and Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Integrating Machine Learning in HIV Testing Interventions in Gauteng Province, South Africa: Opportunities, Challenges, and Implementation Strategies. International Conference on AIDS and STI in Africa, Ghana, Accra. 3 -8 Dec 2025.
12. Atakorah-Yeboah, K.J., Phalane, E., Agyarko-Poku, T., Atuahene, K., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Barriers and facilitators associated with HIV testing among men who have sex with men in Ghana: A national cross-sectional analysis. International Conference on AIDS and STI in Africa, Ghana, Accra. 3 -8 Dec 2025.
13. Betty Sabati, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. The impacts of Covid-19 on the HIV care continuum among men who have sex with men in South Africa: An Implementation Science Study. 17th Early Career Scientist Convention, RCD SAMRC. 19 – 20 November 2025, Cape Town, South Africa. Oral Presentation
14. Musa Jaiteh, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew Shiferaw, and Refilwe N Phaswana-Mafuya. The status of machine learning in South Africa: Qualitative Study Among Stakeholders in Gauteng Province. 7th DIRISA 2025 Annual National Research Data Workshop, South Africa, Pretoria. 2-3 July 2025.
15. Claris Siyamayambo, Edith Phalane, and Refilwe N Phaswana-Mafuya Factors associated with Sexually Transmitted Infections Literacy among men who have sex with men and transgender people in Soweto: A machine learning approach. 7th DIRISA 2025 Annual National Research Data Workshop, South Africa, Pretoria. 2-3 July 2025.
16. Mohlago Ablonia Seloka, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. The control and prevention of sexually transmitted infections in primary healthcare facilities among key and priority populations in Sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review. STI technical working group (TWG) workshop. 14 May 2025, Johannesburg, South Africa. Oral Presentation.
17. Motsieloa Lifutso, Edith Phalane and Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. Evaluation of the differentiated service delivery model in improving HIV treatment outcomes among female sex workers in Gauteng Province of South Africa: A Framework for decentralization of HIV care. Faculty of Health Sciences Postgraduate Day 2025, South Africa, Johannesburg, Faculty of Health Science. 08 August 2025
18. Musa Jaiteh, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew Shiferaw, and Refilwe N Phaswana-Mafuya. The status of machine learning in South Africa: Qualitative Study Among Stakeholders in Gauteng Province. Faculty of Health Sciences Postgraduate Day 2025, South Africa, Johannesburg, Faculty of Health Science. 08 August 2025.
19. Jaiteh, M., Phalane E., Shiferaw, Y.A., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Integrating Machine Learning in HIV Testing Interventions in Gauteng Province, South Africa: Opportunities, Challenges, and Implementation Strategies. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025
20. Musa Jaiteh, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew Shiferaw, and Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. An Evidence-based Integrated Model for Improving Correct Condom Usage with Lubricant Consistency for the Prevention of HIV/STIs Transmission Among Men who have Sex with Men in Ghana. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025. 20-21 October 2025. Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. Oral Presentation.
21. Malatji, I.K., Phalane, E., Seloka, M.A., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. The impact of Covid-19 pandemic on HIV clinic attendance among people living with HIV in Johannesburg, Gauteng Province: A cross-sectional study. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
22. Tibbatts, M.A., Phalane, E., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Factors affecting the uptake of Covid -19 vaccine amongst people living with HIV at Esselen Clinic in Johannesburg, South Africa. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
23. Abdulai, R., Phalane, E., Atuahene, K., Afriyie, R., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Interventions for the Promotion of Consistent and Correct Use of Condoms with Condom-Compatible Lubricants among Men Who Have Sex with Men in Ghana: A Qualitative Study Among Key Stakeholders. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
24. Mohlala, A.A., Phalane, E., Magunga, B., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Effectiveness of Digital Tools in Improving Quality Assurance and HIV Testing Outcomes: A Systematic Review. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
25. Motsieloa, L., Phalane, E., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Stakeholders' Roles and Views in the Implementation of the Differentiated HIV Treatment Service Delivery Model Among Female Sex Workers in Gauteng Province, South Africa. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
26. Lifutso Motsieloa, Edith Phalane, and Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. Differentiated Service Delivery Model improving HIV Treatment Outcomes among Female Sex Workers during Covid-19 in Gauteng: Retrospective program data analysis. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025. 20-21 October 2025. Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. Oral Presentation.
27. Sebati, B., Phalane, E., Bilankulu, A., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. HIV Treatment Services Among Men Who Have Sex with Men During COVID-19 in Limpopo Province, South Africa. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
28. Khumalo, T., Phalane, E., Sebati, B., Land, M., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Factors associated with adherence to HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis among young women aged 18-30 years in Alfred Nzo District, Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
29. Atakorah-Yeboah, K.J., Phalane, E., Agyarko-Poku, T., Atuahene, K., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Perspectives of Men Who Have Sex with Men on HIV Testing Interventions in Ghana. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
30. Manzi, N.P., Phalane, E., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Antiretroviral therapy uptake and associated factors during the COVID-19 lockdown period among people living with HIV in a selected district of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
31. Mtshali C., M., Phalane, E., Abdulai, R., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Dolutegravir-based antiretroviral treatment regimen administration by healthcare workers and associated factors in pregnant and childbearing age women living with HIV in selected KwaZulu-Natal facilities. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
32. Nkambule, Z.C., Phalane, E., Siyamayambo, C., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Factors Associated with Condom Use among Circumcised Men in South Africa: Evidence from the 2017 Cross-sectional National Survey. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
33. Mlondolozi, S., Phalane, E., Abdulai, R., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. A retrospective analysis of factors associated with HIV viral load outcomes amongst patients on antiretroviral therapy in a selected district hospital in Gauteng Province, South Africa. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
34. Rampilo, M., Phalane, E., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Perspectives on the Usability and Feasibility of the Key Populations Unique Identifier Codes in South Africa’s Routine Health Information Management System. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
35. Seloka, M.A., Phalane, E., Ramapuputla, P., Rosina Lysie Makhubela, R.L., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Sexually Transmitted Infections Programme Evaluation Within Primary Healthcare Facilities in Limpopo Province, South Africa. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
36. Ngobe, T.W., Phalane, E., Motsieloa, L., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Factors associated with parental hesitancy toward Covid-19 vaccination of children aged 5–11 years old at Mzimkhulu Sub-district in KwaZulu-Natal Province. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
37. Siyamayambo, C., Phalane, E., Jaiteh, M., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Factors Associated with Sexually Transmitted Infection Literacy Among Men who have Sex with Men and Transgender People in Soweto: A Machine Learning Approach. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
38. Polori, K., Phalane, E., Mbonane, T., Skepu, A., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Review of Tenofovir-Induced Acute Kidney Injury Detection Methods in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
39. Mhlongo, J., Phalane, E., Yegnanew Shiferaw, Y.A., and Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Sexually Transmitted Infections Prevalence, Transmission Dynamics, and Trends in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review. SAMRC RCD Regional Grant Holders Conference 2025, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University. 20-21 October 2025.
40. Sebati B; Phalane E, Bilankulu A, Phaswana-Mafuya RN (2025). HIV treatment services among men who have sex with men during Covid-19, Limpopo Province, South Africa. 2025 Pan-African PG & PDRF Research Conference, Johannesburg, South Africa.
41. Jaiteh M, Phalane E, Shiferaw YA, Phaswana-Mafuya RN (2025). Integrating Machine Learning Algorithms to Enhance HIV Testing Interventions Among South African Adults: An HIV Testing Predictive Model. 2025 Pan-African PG & PDRF Research Conference, Johannesburg, South Africa.
42. Jaiteh M, Phalane E, Shiferaw YA, Phaswana-Mafuya RN (2025). The Status of Machine Learning in HIV Testing in South Africa: A Qualitative Study Among Stakeholders in Gauteng Province. 6th Annual Research Data Workshop South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa, 2-3 July 2025.
43. Siyamayambo C, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN (2025). Factors associated with Sexually transmitted infection literacy among men who have sex with men and transgender people in Soweto: A machine learning approach. 6th Annual Research Data Workshop South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa, 2-3 July 2025.
44. Siyamayambo C, Phalane E, Phaswana-Mafuya RN (2025). Factors associated with Sexually transmitted infection literacy among men who have sex with men and transgender people in Soweto: A machine learning approach. 5th Annual International Symposium on Modern Statistics and Biostatistics (SYMSTAT2025). Pretoria, South Africa, 2-4 July 2025.
45. Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N., Phalane, E., Yegnanew, S. (2025). Changes in HIV Treatment Outcomes from 2017–2022 in South Africa: Retrospective Analysis of Aggregated Routine Programme Data. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
46. Phalane, E., Yegnanew, S., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Viral Load Testing and Suppression from 2017–2022 Using Routine Programme Data in South Africa: A Retrospective Analysis. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
47. Yegnanew, S., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Modeling Precise District-Level HIV Prevalence Among Individuals Aged 15+ in South Africa Using Area-Level Poisson Mixed Model. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
48. Abdulai, R., Phalane, E., Atuahene, K., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Consistency of Correct Condom and Lubricant Use Among MSM in Ghana: Evidence from IBBS Survey. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
49. Jaiteh, M., Phalane, E., Shiferaw, Y.A., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Application of Machine Learning Algorithms to Predict HIV Testing Among South African Adults: Analysis of 2002–2017 Surveys. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
50. Polori, K.L., Phalane, E., Skepu, A., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Tenofovir-Induced Tool for Early Screening of Acute Kidney Injury Among FSWs in NW Province: Protocol for a Quasi-Experimental Study. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
51. Lifutso Motsieloa, Edith Phalane, Dinah Shabangu, Rachel Saker, Thenjiwe Jankie, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Differentiated service delivery model in improving HIV treatment outcomes among female sex workers in Gauteng Province, during the Covid-19 pandemic – study protocol. 6th National Big Data Health Science Conference. 13-14 February 2026, University of South Carolina, Columbia, USA. Poster presentation.
52. Olifant, L.L., Phalane, E., Shiferaw, Y., Mhlophe, H., Thabane, L., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). PrEP Outcomes After Innovative Interventions During Covid-19 Lockdown Among Women in NW Province: A Retrospective Analysis. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
53. Mohlala, A.A., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Effectiveness of a Digital Rapid HIV Testing Tool in Improving QA Outcomes in Gauteng: Evidence from RTCQI Program (Protocol Paper). 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
54. Mhlongo, J.H., Phalane, E., Shiferaw, Y.A., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Leveraging ML to Predict STI Prevalence, Transmission Dynamics, and Trends in South African Adults Using SABSSM Data: A Protocol. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
55. Siyamayambo, C., Phalane, E., Tshuma, N., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Factors Associated with STI Literacy Among MSM and Transgender People in Soweto: A Machine Learning Approach. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
56. Rampilo, M., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Assessment of Routine Health Information Management System in Monitoring HIV Prevention and Treatment Cascade in South Africa. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
57. Seloka, M.A., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Evaluation of STI Programme Among Key and Priority Populations in PHC Facilities: Informing a Targeted Response. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
58. Sebati, B., Phalane, E., Pienaar, J., Furamera, S., Shiferaw, Y., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Impacts of Covid-19 on HIV Treatment Outcomes Among MSM in South Africa: An Interrupted Time Series Analysis. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
59. Atakorah-Yeboah, K.J., Phalane, E., Agyarko-Poku, T., Atuahene, K., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). HIV Testing and Associated Factors Among MSM in Ghana: Protocol Paper. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
60. Cynthia Adobea Asante, Edith Phalane, Isaiah Doe Kwao, Kyeremeh Atuahene, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya.
61. Sithole, P.M., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Determinants of ART Adherence Among Farm Workers Living with HIV in Limpopo Province. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
62. Kgokong, M., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Factors Associated with Contraceptive Use Among Adolescent Girls and Young Women in Lebowakgomo, Limpopo. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
63. Asante, C.A., Phalane, E., Kwao, I.D., Atuahene, K., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Utilization of Key Population Unique Identifier Codes in Monitoring HIV Treatment Cascade in Sub-Saharan Africa. 6th National Big Data Health Conference, University of South Carolina, USA, 13-14 February 2025
64. Sosibo Phelelani, Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N.., Phalane E 2024. Time to COVID-19 clinical deterioration and factors associated with COVID-19 severe disease among patients living with HIV in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa: A retrospective cohort analysis of COVID-19 surveillance data, AIDS 2024, The 25th International AIDS Conference, 22–26 July 2024.
65. Seloka, M., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. The control and prevention of sexually transmitted infections in primary healthcare facilities among key and priority population in Sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review, 10th International Conference on Public Health, 15–16 August 2024.
66. Phaswana-Mafuya, Refilwe Nancy, Edith Phalane, Katharine S. Journeay, Haley I. Sisel, Claris Siyamayambo, Betty Sebati, Francois Wolmarans, Katherine Rucinski, Amrita Rao, Kalai Willis, Xiaoming LI, Olatosi Banky, Stefan D. Baral. 2023. Harnessing big heterogeneous data to evaluate the potential impact of HIV responses among key populations in generalized epidemic settings in Sub Saharan Africa: The Boloka Data Repository. Oral presentation.
67. Phaswana-Mafuya, RN & Phalane, E. 2024. Harmonization of multiple HIV related data sources in Sub Saharan Africa: Lessons Learned from the Boloka Project, Electronic Health Records Core Breakout Session, at the 5th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 2-3 February 2024.
68. Phalane, Edith & Phaswana-Mafuya RN. 2024. Leveraging big heterogenous HIV-related data in the era of Protection of Personal Data Act in SSA: Lessons Learned from the Boloka project, at the 5th National Big Data Health Science Conference, 2-3 February 2024.
69. Siyamayambo, C., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Applications of 4IR on the diagnosis and management of HIV among key populations in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
70. Olifant, L., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Innovative pre-exposure prophylaxis interventions among adolescent girls and young women during COVID-19, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
71. Sebati, B., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. COVID-19 impact on HIV care continuum among men who have sex with men in South Africa: A doctoral study protocol, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
72. Abdulai, R., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Consistent condom and lubricant use and associated factors amongst men who have sex with men in sub-Saharan Africa: A systematic review, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
73. Jaiteh, M., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Utilization of Machine Learning Algorithms for the Strengthening of HIV Testing: Systematic Review, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
74. Mhlongo, J., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Factors associated with COVID-19 vaccine uptake among forestry employees in a selected municipality, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
75. Motsieloa, L., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N., 2024. Status quo on the implementation of differentiated service delivery in improving HIV treatment outcomes among female sex workers in Sub-Saharan Africa, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
76. Rampilo, M., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. The status quo on existing routine health information management systems that have... (title incomplete), World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
77. Ncube, N.K., Mupara, L.M., Phalane, E., Siyamayambo, C., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Assessing healthcare interventions by health facilities in response to the effect of COVID-19 on service delivery for FSW in Ibadan, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
78. Sithole, P.M., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Prevalence and factors associated with antiretroviral therapy adherence among farm workers living with human immunodeficiency virus in a selected sub-district in Limpopo Province, South Africa, World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
79. Kofi Atakorah-Yeboah Junior, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. A review of interventions for improving HIV testing services among men who have sex with men in sub-Saharan Africa. World Congress of Epidemiology, 24–27 September 2024. Cape Town, South Africa. Poster presentation.
80. Maria Magano Tuyoleni Egodhi, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya. Factors associated with voluntary medical male circumcision in South Africa: Evidence from the 2017 South African National HIV Prevalence, Incidence, and Behavior Survey. World Congress of Epidemiology, 24–27 September 2024. Cape Town, South Africa. Poster presentation.
81. Asante, C.A., Phalane, E., Atuahene, K., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. (2025). Utilization of the Key Population Unique Identification System in monitoring HIV treatment cascade in Sub-Saharan Africa. World Congress of Epidemiology 2024, 24–27 September 2024.
82. Siyamayambo, C., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Applications of 4IR on the diagnosis and management of STIs among key and general populations in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Bibliometric Analysis, Annual CHPC Conference 2024, 30 November – 04 December 2024, Gqeberha, South Africa.
83. Siyamayambo, C., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning on the Diagnosis and Management of Sexually Transmitted Infections among Key Populations in Sub-Saharan Africa: A Bibliometric Analysis, National CSIR ICC and NICIS Conference, 03 – 04 July 2024, Pretoria, South Africa.
84. Jaiteh, M., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. Application of Machine Learning in the Uptake of HIV Testing: A Bibliometric Analysis of Published Studies 2000–2024, CSIR ICC and NICIS, 03 – 04 July 2024, Pretoria, South Africa.
85. Siyamayambo, C., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. 2024. An assessment of the impact of spatial connectivity structures on spatial model fit: A Machine-Learning Approach, 65th Annual Conference of the South African Statistical Association, 18 – 22 November 2024, Stellenbosch, Cape Town, South Africa.
86. Mohlala, A.A., Phalane, E., Phaswana-Mafuya, R.N. Factors associated with the accuracy of rapid HIV test performance among health care workers in selected facilities in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. SA AIDS Conference, 20-23 June 2023. Durban, South Africa.
87. Monique Brown, Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya, Edith Phalane, Betty Sebati, Mohlago Seloka & Haider, R. 2023. Intimate partner violence and STI among South African women accepted for presentation at the American Public Health Association Annual Meeting, 15 November 2023.
88. Phaswana-Mafuya, RN, Phalane E., et al. 2023. Plenary Speaker on harnessing big heterogeneous data to evaluate the potential impact of HIV responses among key populations in generalized epidemic settings in SSA: The Boloka Data Warehouse Project presented at 4th national big data health science conference: unlocking the power of big data in health, translating data science into practice, 10-11 February 2023.
89. Phaswana-Mafuya, RN, Edith Phalane, Enirietta Makanza, Clarence Yah, Olive Shisana, Stefan Baral, Shamistha Mishra, Yegna Shiferew, Sinethemba Thubeni, Betty Sebati. COVID-19 vaccine coverage in South Africa: COVID-19 vaccine coverage, trends and patterns in South Africa: Do they vary across subsets of the population? 2022. PHASA Conference, Southern Sun, Durban, 11-14 September 2022.
90. Enireta Makanza, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Evidence-based interventions for the uptake of HIV treatment services among key populations during COVID-19 in Sub Saharan Africa: A systematic review. PHASA Conference, 11-14 September 2022, Durban South Africa.
91. Sebati Betty, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Determining the nature of COVID-19 impact on the provision of pre-exposure prophylaxis among key populations in Sub Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review. PHASA Conference, 11-14 September 2022, Durban South Africa.
92. Phaswana-Mafuya, RN, Edith Phalane, Yegnanew Shiferew, Enirietta Makanza, Betty Sebati. Harnessing big heterogeneous data to evaluate the potential impact of HIV responses among key populations in generalized epidemic settings in Sub Saharan Africa: Boloka Warehouse. PHASA Conference, Southern Sun, Durban, 11-14 September 2022. Panel Discussion.
93. Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya and Edith Phalane. Harnessing big heterogeneous data to evaluate the potential impact of HIV responses among key populations in generalized epidemic settings in Sub Saharan Africa. SAMRC Grant Holder Annual Conference, Cape Town, South Africa, 20-23 November 2023.
94. Phaswana-Mafuya, RN, Edith Phalane, Enirietta Makanza, Clarence Yah, Olive Shisana, Stefan Baral, Shamistha Mishra, Yegna Shiferew, Sinethemba Thubeni, Betty Sebati. COVID-19 vaccine coverage in South Africa: COVID-19 vaccine coverage, trends and patterns in South Africa: Do they vary across subsets of the population? 2022. PHASA Conference, Southern Sun, Durban, 11-14 September 2022. Oral Presentation
95. Phaswana-Mafuya, RN, Edith Phalane, Enirietta Makanza, Clarence Yah, Olive Shisana, Stefan Baral, Shamistha Mishra, Yegna Shiferew, Sinethemba Thubeni, Betty Sebati. COVID-19 vaccine coverage in South Africa: COVID-19 vaccine coverage, trends and patterns in South Africa: Do they vary across subsets of the population? Cochrane South Africa National Symposium, 22-23 Nov 2022, Online, South Africa
96. Sebati Betty, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Determining the nature of COVID-19 impact on the provision of pre-exposure prophylaxis among key populations in Sub Saharan Africa: A Systematic Review (poster). Cochrane South Africa National Symposium, 22-23 Nov 2022, Online, South Africa
97. Enireta Makanza, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Evidence-based interventions for the uptake of HIV treatment services among key populations during COVID-19 in Sub Saharan Africa: A systematic review (poster). Cochrane South Africa National Symposium, 22-23 Nov 2022, Online, South Africa
98. Kofi Atakorah Yeboah Junior, Edith Phalane, Thomas Agyarko-Poku, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. The impact of covid-19 on provision of HIV testing services and mitigation strategies among key population in Sub-Saharan Africa (poster). Cochrane South Africa National Symposium, 22-23 Nov 2022, Online, South Africa
99. Claris Siyamayambo, Edith Phalane, Refilwe Nancy Phaswana-Mafuya. Cochrane SA Virtual National Symposium 2022 Abstract presentation 22 – 23 November 2022, Poster presentation on “Statistical predictive modeling and machine learning of HIV prevention and care continuum among key populations in Sub Saharan Africa: A systematic review (poster). Cochrane South Africa National Symposium, 22-23 Nov 2022, Online, South Africa.
100. Edith Phalane, Carla Maria Theresia Fourie, Carina MC Mels, Alta Elizabeth Schutte (2019). A 10-year follow-up study of demographic and cardiometabolic factors in HIV-infected South Africans. 9th SA AIDS Conference. South Africa, Durban.
101. Edith Phalane, Carla Maria Theresia Fourie, Carina MC Mels, Alta Elizabeth Schutte (2019). A comparative analysis of blood pressure in HIV-infected patients versus uninfected controls in Sub-Saharan Africa: a narrative review. 17th European AIDS Conference. Switzerland, Basil.
102. Edith Phalane, Carla Maria Theresia Fourie, Carina MC Mels, Alta Elizabeth Schutte (2018). Demographic and cardio- metabolic factors in an HIV infected South African cohort over 10 years. 12th International Symposium on Molecular Diagnostics, Austria, Graz.
Doctoral students (completed)
1. Lucia Olifant. Effectiveness of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis interventions among women in South Africa: A framework for service-delivery improvement. 2026. Role: Co-supervisor.
2. Ratif Abdulai. Condom and lubricant distribution, consistency of correct use and associated factors among men who have sex with men in Ghana – A predictive model for addressing Covid-19 impacts. 2026. Role: Co-supervisor.
3. Musa Jaiteh. Integration of machine learning algorithms to predict HIV testing associations using repeated cross-sectional survey data in an adult South African population: An HIV testing predictive model. 2026. Role: Co-supervisor.
4. Lifutso Motsieloa. Evaluation of the differentiated service delivery model in improving HIV treatment outcomes among female sex workers in Gauteng province of South Africa: A Framework for decentralization of HIV care. 2026. Role: Co-supervisor.
5. Mashudu Rampilo. Piloting the inclusion of the key population's unique identifier code in the South African routine health information management system: A Framework for improved HIV monitoring and programming. 2026. Role: Co-supervisor.
6. Betty Ramakgahlela Sebati. Assessing the impacts of COVID-19 on the HIV care continuum among men who have sex with men in South Africa: An implementation science study. 2026. Role: Co-supervisor.
7. Mohlago Ablonia Seloka. The control of sexually transmitted infections among key and priority populations in Limpopo primary healthcare facilities: a roadmap for program strengthening. 2026. Role: Co-supervisor.
Doctoral students (ongoing)
1. Hamilton Mhlongo. Leveraging machine learning techniques for predicting HIV treatment and care retention among female sex workers living with HIV in South Africa. Anticipated date of graduation: May 2028. Role: Supervisor.
2. Phumzile Shaku. Application of machine learning algorithms for predicting adolescent girls and young women’s HIV risk behaviours and outcomes in South Africa. Anticipated date of graduation: May 2028. Role: Supervisor.
3. Ketlareng Polori. The effectiveness of tenofovir-induced tool in improving the diagnosis and early detection of acute kidney injury among female sex workers, North-West Province, South Africa: a framework for scaling up a diagnostic screening tool. Anticipated date of graduation: May 2027. Role: Co-supervisor.
4. Joy Mhlongo. Leveraging machine learning algorithms to develop predictive models for assessing STI prevalence, transmission dynamics, and trends among South African adults. Anticipated date of graduation: May 2027. Role: Co-supervisor.
5. Amanda Mohlala. Effectiveness of a digital tool in selected primary healthcare facilities in Gauteng, South Africa: An enhancement framework for quality assurance of rapid HIV testing. Anticipated date of graduation: May 2027. Role: Co-supervisor.
6. Kofi Atakorah-Yeboah, Junior. HIV testing and early diagnosis among men who have sex with men in Ghana: A framework for improvement of HIV testing. Anticipated date of graduation: May 2027. Role: Co-supervisor.
7. Cynthia Adobea-Asante. Utilization of the Ghana Key Population Unique Identification System in monitoring HIV Treatment Cascade within Routine HIV Data: A Framework for Strengthening the HIV Cascade data. Anticipated date of graduation: May 2027. Role: Co-supervisor.
Master students (graduated)
1. Thabile Lungile Khumalo. Factors associated with pre-exposure prophylaxis adherence among adolescent girls and young women aged 15 – 24 years in Alfred Nzo District, Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. 2026. Role: Supervisor.
2. Melissa Tibbatts. Factors associated the uptake of covid -19 vaccine amongst people living with HIV at a selected healthcare facility in Hillbrow, Johannesburg, South Africa. 2026. Role: Supervisor.
3. Sphiwe Mlondolozi. Factors associated HIV viral load outcomes amongst patients on antiretroviral therapy in a selected district hospital. Completed, 2026. Role: Supervisor.
4. Thandi Ngobe. Factors associated with parental hesitancy toward Covid-19 vaccination of children aged 5–11 years old at uMzimkhulu Sub-district in KwaZulu Natal Province. Completed, 2026. Role: Supervisor.
5. Nonhlanhla Princess Manzi. Antiretroviral therapy uptake and associated factors during the covid-19 lockdown period among people living with HIV in a selected district in KwaZulu Natal Province, South Africa. 2025. Role: Co-supervisor
6. Zine Carrol Nkambule. Factors associated with condom use among circumcised and uncircumcised men in South Africa: evidence from a 2017 cross-sectional national survey. 2025. Role: Co-supervisor.
7. Ishmael Malatji. The impact of covid-19 on HIV clinic attendance in Johannesburg, Gauteng Province. 2025. Role: Co-supervisor.
8. Phumzile Mapula Sithole. Antiretroviral therapy adherence and associated factors among farm workers living with HIV in a selected sub-district in Limpopo Province, South Africa. 2024. Role: Co-supervisor.
9. Mazwi Kgokong. Contraceptive use and associated factors among adolescents and young women aged 15 – 24 years in Lebowakgomo, Limpopo Province. 2024. Role: Co-supervisor.
10. Keabetswe Litheko. Comparative analysis of cardiovascular risk profile among people living with HIV with and without diabetes mellitus at Charlotte Maxeke Academic Hospital. 2024. Role: Co-supervisor.
11. Cabangile Nozipho Mtshali. Factors associated with the administration of dolutegravir-based antiretroviral treatment in pregnant and childbearing age women living with HIV by healthcare workers in a selected healthcare facility in KwaZulu Natal Province. 2024. Role: Co-supervisor.
12. Maria Magano Tuyoleni Egodhi. Factors associated with voluntary medical male circumcision in South Africa: Evidence from the 2017 South African National HIV Prevalence, Incidence, and Behavior Survey (SABSSM). 2024. Role: Co-supervisor.
13. Gladness Kotelo. Utilization of Personal Protective Equipment and associated factors among health care workers in South Africa: An online survey. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor
14. Charlotte Mbalenhle Ntshele. Socio determinants associated with perceived risk of COVID-19 infection among health care workers in South Africa. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor
15. Rosina Ngungunyani. Factors associated with COVID-19 knowledge and prevention practice among health care workers in South Africa. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor
16. Thandeka Hamilton Mhlongo. Individual level factors associated with perceived covid-19 risk among health care workers in South Africa. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor
17. Cedrick Phelelani Sosibo. Assessment of the association between HIV infection and COVID-19 severity among COVID-19 cases reported in eThekwini Municipality Surveillance System: a
retrospective cohort study. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor.
18. Apiwe Nightingale. Factors associated with engagement in HIV care among men-who-have-sex-with-men. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor.
19. Matela Mpe. Factors associated with HIV testing among men-who-have-sex-with-men. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor.
20. Amanda A Mohlala. The relationship between HIV Rapid Test Training and accuracy of test results by testers based in primary health care (PHC) facilities in Eastern Cape. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor.
21. Joy Hlengiwe Mhlongo. Factors predicting Coronavirus disease 2019 vaccine uptake among forestry employees in a selected Municipality in Mpumalanga, South Africa. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor.
22. Nobuhle Khanyisile Ncube. The impact of covid-19 on the provision of HIV services among female sex workers in St Mary’s hospital Zimbabwe. 2022. Role: Co-supervisor.
Master Students (ongoing)
1. Emily Pinkana Masuku Malaka. Interventions to support the mental health and well-being of front-line healthcare workers in hospitals during the covid-19 lockdown period in Gauteng province. Anticipated graduation: August 2026. Role: Supervisor.
2. Nombuso Ndlovu. Factors associated with defaulting on antiretroviral treatment among people living with HIV. Anticipated graduation: May 2027. Role: Supervisor.
3. Pinkana Masuku. Factors associated with perceived mental health among South African health care workers during the Covid-19 pandemic. Anticipated graduation: May 2027. Role: Supervisor.
4. Ewaldé Cutler. HIV Transmission Patterns and Associated Factors Among Female Sex Workers in eThekwini, Mbombela and Johannesburg, South Africa: A retrospective cross-sectional study. Anticipated graduation: 2027. Role: Supervisor.
5. Ellen Mthembu. Factors associated with HIV testing uptake among pregnant women: Implications for prevention of mother-to-child transmission in South Africa. Anticipated graduation: 2027. Role: Supervisor.
6. Busisiwe Mthombeni. Occupational Exposure and Risk Factors for Tuberculosis among Healthcare Workers in Public Primary Healthcare Facilities in Johannesburg, South Africa. 2028. Role: Supervisor.
7. Masimula Nokubonga Nothando. Baseline Treatment adherence as a predictor of morbidity and mortality in advanced HIV disease: A study in Rural KwaZulu-Natal. 2028. Role: Supervisor.
1. Lucia Olifant. Effectiveness of HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis interventions among women in South Africa: A framework for service-delivery improvement. 2026. Role: Co-supervisor.
2. Ratif Abdulai. Condom and lubricant distribution, consistency of correct use and associated factors among men who have sex with men in Ghana – A predictive model for addressing Covid-19 impacts. 2026. Role: Co-supervisor.
3. Musa Jaiteh. Integration of machine learning algorithms to predict HIV testing associations using repeated cross-sectional survey data in an adult South African population: An HIV testing predictive model. 2026. Role: Co-supervisor.
4. Lifutso Motsieloa. Evaluation of the differentiated service delivery model in improving HIV treatment outcomes among female sex workers in Gauteng province of South Africa: A Framework for decentralization of HIV care. 2026. Role: Co-supervisor.
5. Mashudu Rampilo. Piloting the inclusion of the key population's unique identifier code in the South African routine health information management system: A Framework for improved HIV monitoring and programming. 2026. Role: Co-supervisor.
6. Betty Ramakgahlela Sebati. Assessing the impacts of COVID-19 on the HIV care continuum among men who have sex with men in South Africa: An implementation science study. 2026. Role: Co-supervisor.
7. Mohlago Ablonia Seloka. The control of sexually transmitted infections among key and priority populations in Limpopo primary healthcare facilities: a roadmap for program strengthening. 2026. Role: Co-supervisor.
Doctoral students (ongoing)
1. Hamilton Mhlongo. Leveraging machine learning techniques for predicting HIV treatment and care retention among female sex workers living with HIV in South Africa. Anticipated date of graduation: May 2028. Role: Supervisor.
2. Phumzile Shaku. Application of machine learning algorithms for predicting adolescent girls and young women’s HIV risk behaviours and outcomes in South Africa. Anticipated date of graduation: May 2028. Role: Supervisor.
3. Ketlareng Polori. The effectiveness of tenofovir-induced tool in improving the diagnosis and early detection of acute kidney injury among female sex workers, North-West Province, South Africa: a framework for scaling up a diagnostic screening tool. Anticipated date of graduation: May 2027. Role: Co-supervisor.
4. Joy Mhlongo. Leveraging machine learning algorithms to develop predictive models for assessing STI prevalence, transmission dynamics, and trends among South African adults. Anticipated date of graduation: May 2027. Role: Co-supervisor.
5. Amanda Mohlala. Effectiveness of a digital tool in selected primary healthcare facilities in Gauteng, South Africa: An enhancement framework for quality assurance of rapid HIV testing. Anticipated date of graduation: May 2027. Role: Co-supervisor.
6. Kofi Atakorah-Yeboah, Junior. HIV testing and early diagnosis among men who have sex with men in Ghana: A framework for improvement of HIV testing. Anticipated date of graduation: May 2027. Role: Co-supervisor.
7. Cynthia Adobea-Asante. Utilization of the Ghana Key Population Unique Identification System in monitoring HIV Treatment Cascade within Routine HIV Data: A Framework for Strengthening the HIV Cascade data. Anticipated date of graduation: May 2027. Role: Co-supervisor.
Master students (graduated)
1. Thabile Lungile Khumalo. Factors associated with pre-exposure prophylaxis adherence among adolescent girls and young women aged 15 – 24 years in Alfred Nzo District, Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. 2026. Role: Supervisor.
2. Melissa Tibbatts. Factors associated the uptake of covid -19 vaccine amongst people living with HIV at a selected healthcare facility in Hillbrow, Johannesburg, South Africa. 2026. Role: Supervisor.
3. Sphiwe Mlondolozi. Factors associated HIV viral load outcomes amongst patients on antiretroviral therapy in a selected district hospital. Completed, 2026. Role: Supervisor.
4. Thandi Ngobe. Factors associated with parental hesitancy toward Covid-19 vaccination of children aged 5–11 years old at uMzimkhulu Sub-district in KwaZulu Natal Province. Completed, 2026. Role: Supervisor.
5. Nonhlanhla Princess Manzi. Antiretroviral therapy uptake and associated factors during the covid-19 lockdown period among people living with HIV in a selected district in KwaZulu Natal Province, South Africa. 2025. Role: Co-supervisor
6. Zine Carrol Nkambule. Factors associated with condom use among circumcised and uncircumcised men in South Africa: evidence from a 2017 cross-sectional national survey. 2025. Role: Co-supervisor.
7. Ishmael Malatji. The impact of covid-19 on HIV clinic attendance in Johannesburg, Gauteng Province. 2025. Role: Co-supervisor.
8. Phumzile Mapula Sithole. Antiretroviral therapy adherence and associated factors among farm workers living with HIV in a selected sub-district in Limpopo Province, South Africa. 2024. Role: Co-supervisor.
9. Mazwi Kgokong. Contraceptive use and associated factors among adolescents and young women aged 15 – 24 years in Lebowakgomo, Limpopo Province. 2024. Role: Co-supervisor.
10. Keabetswe Litheko. Comparative analysis of cardiovascular risk profile among people living with HIV with and without diabetes mellitus at Charlotte Maxeke Academic Hospital. 2024. Role: Co-supervisor.
11. Cabangile Nozipho Mtshali. Factors associated with the administration of dolutegravir-based antiretroviral treatment in pregnant and childbearing age women living with HIV by healthcare workers in a selected healthcare facility in KwaZulu Natal Province. 2024. Role: Co-supervisor.
12. Maria Magano Tuyoleni Egodhi. Factors associated with voluntary medical male circumcision in South Africa: Evidence from the 2017 South African National HIV Prevalence, Incidence, and Behavior Survey (SABSSM). 2024. Role: Co-supervisor.
13. Gladness Kotelo. Utilization of Personal Protective Equipment and associated factors among health care workers in South Africa: An online survey. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor
14. Charlotte Mbalenhle Ntshele. Socio determinants associated with perceived risk of COVID-19 infection among health care workers in South Africa. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor
15. Rosina Ngungunyani. Factors associated with COVID-19 knowledge and prevention practice among health care workers in South Africa. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor
16. Thandeka Hamilton Mhlongo. Individual level factors associated with perceived covid-19 risk among health care workers in South Africa. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor
17. Cedrick Phelelani Sosibo. Assessment of the association between HIV infection and COVID-19 severity among COVID-19 cases reported in eThekwini Municipality Surveillance System: a
retrospective cohort study. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor.
18. Apiwe Nightingale. Factors associated with engagement in HIV care among men-who-have-sex-with-men. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor.
19. Matela Mpe. Factors associated with HIV testing among men-who-have-sex-with-men. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor.
20. Amanda A Mohlala. The relationship between HIV Rapid Test Training and accuracy of test results by testers based in primary health care (PHC) facilities in Eastern Cape. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor.
21. Joy Hlengiwe Mhlongo. Factors predicting Coronavirus disease 2019 vaccine uptake among forestry employees in a selected Municipality in Mpumalanga, South Africa. 2023. Role: Co-supervisor.
22. Nobuhle Khanyisile Ncube. The impact of covid-19 on the provision of HIV services among female sex workers in St Mary’s hospital Zimbabwe. 2022. Role: Co-supervisor.
Master Students (ongoing)
1. Emily Pinkana Masuku Malaka. Interventions to support the mental health and well-being of front-line healthcare workers in hospitals during the covid-19 lockdown period in Gauteng province. Anticipated graduation: August 2026. Role: Supervisor.
2. Nombuso Ndlovu. Factors associated with defaulting on antiretroviral treatment among people living with HIV. Anticipated graduation: May 2027. Role: Supervisor.
3. Pinkana Masuku. Factors associated with perceived mental health among South African health care workers during the Covid-19 pandemic. Anticipated graduation: May 2027. Role: Supervisor.
4. Ewaldé Cutler. HIV Transmission Patterns and Associated Factors Among Female Sex Workers in eThekwini, Mbombela and Johannesburg, South Africa: A retrospective cross-sectional study. Anticipated graduation: 2027. Role: Supervisor.
5. Ellen Mthembu. Factors associated with HIV testing uptake among pregnant women: Implications for prevention of mother-to-child transmission in South Africa. Anticipated graduation: 2027. Role: Supervisor.
6. Busisiwe Mthombeni. Occupational Exposure and Risk Factors for Tuberculosis among Healthcare Workers in Public Primary Healthcare Facilities in Johannesburg, South Africa. 2028. Role: Supervisor.
7. Masimula Nokubonga Nothando. Baseline Treatment adherence as a predictor of morbidity and mortality in advanced HIV disease: A study in Rural KwaZulu-Natal. 2028. Role: Supervisor.