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Indigenous Knowledge Systems, Ethnobotany, conservation, Medicinal plants,
South Africa

Biography

Dr. Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu is in possession of a Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge Systems and a Master of Indigenous Knowledge Systems (ethnobotany) cum laude and PhD. Dr. Ndhlovu has experience in Indigenous Knowledge Systems research (medicinal plants, ethno-veterinary, wild fruits, and food security). He was temporarily employed in 2019 and 2020 as a lecturer and assistant for Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge Systems Internal Program Evaluation (IPE) in re-developing the new Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge Systems curriculum at the North West University. In terms of research, he served as a research assistant for a postdoctoral and doctoral candidate, a mentor for master students, and a supervisor on various research projects related to medicinal plants and foods. Furthermore, he worked in several community outreach programs and community engagement for the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) and NWU IKS Centre on the IKS Act of 2019 public awareness.

He is currently a lecturer at the University of Mpumalanga, and completed a training course on production for developing countries sponsored by the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China. Dr Ndhlovu has published several peer-reviewed articles and book chapters in different national and international journals and conference proceedings at various scientific conferences both international and national, such as Indigenous Plant Use Forum (IPUF), North West University Optentia Research, Southern Africa Association of Botanists (SAAB), and Society for Medicinal Plant and Natural Product Research (GA). He further held the membership of this prestigious societies and was recognized by Elsevier for his contribution of 2 articles linked to the UN SDGs for helping to tackle some of the world’s greatest challenges.

Activities

Employment (6)

North-West University , South Africa: Potchefstroom, North West, ZA

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North-West University, South Africa

University of Mpumalanga: Nelspruit, South Africa , ZA

2021-02-01 to present | Lecturer (School of Biology and Environmental Sciences )
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Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu

University of Mpumalanaga: Mbombela, Mpumalanga , ZA

2021-02-01 to present | lecturer (School of Biology and Environmental Studies )
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Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu

North-West University: Mmabatho, North West , ZA

2019-03-01 to 2019-08-31 | Temporary Lecturer (IKS centre )
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Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu

North-West University - Mafikeng Campus: Mmabatho, ZA

2017-01-01 to 2017-12-31 | Student Assistance (IKS Center )
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Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu

North-West University - Mafikeng Campus: Mmabatho, ZA

2017-01-31 to 2017-07-31 | Junior lecturer (IKS center )
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Education and qualifications (3)

North-West University : Mafikeng , North West, ZA

2020-02-18 to 2022-12-31 | PhD in Indigenous Knowledge Systems (Indigenous Knowledge Systems )
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Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu

North-West University - Mafikeng Campus: Mmabatho, ZA

2017-02-24 to 2018-12-31 | Master of Indigenous Knowledge Systems (CUM LAUDE) (Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS))
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Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu

North-West University - Mafikeng Campus: Mmabatho, ZA

2013-02-29 to 2016-12-31 | Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS Center )
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Professional activities (2)

North-West University: MMABATHO, ZA

Distinction (IKS-NWU )
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SAAB : Johanessburg , Gauteng, ZA

2018-01-01 to present
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Funding (2)

Medicinal plants used for childhood diseases and associated economic potential in North West Province, South Africa

2020-02 to 2023-12 | Grant
National Research Foundation (Pretoria, ZA)
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121525

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Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu

socio-economic impact of traditional herbal cosmetics used by Vanda women in Vhembe district , South Africa

2017-02 to 2018-12 | Grant
NRF (Pretoria , ZA)
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105161

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Works (18)

Review of Mimusops zeyheri Sond. (Milkwood): Distribution, Utilisation, Ecology and Population Genetics

Plants
2024-10-21 | Journal article
Contributors: Christeldah Mkhonto; Salmina Ngoakoana Mokgehle; Wilfred Otang Mbeng; Luambo Jeffrey Ramarumo; Peter Tshepiso Ndlhovu
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Uses of African Plants and Associated Indigenous Knowledge for the Management of Diabetes Mellitus

Diabetology
2024-09-27 | Journal article
Contributors: John Awungnjia Asong; Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu; Ahmed Olatunde; Adeyemi Oladapo Aremu
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Ethnobotanical appraisal of wild fruit species used in Mpumalanga Province, South Africa: A systematic review

South African Journal of Botany
2024-08 | Journal article
Contributors: Sinorita Chauke; Bongisiwe Gladys Shelembe; Wilfred Otang-Mbeng; Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu
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Ethnobotanical Investigation of Mimusops zeyheri, an Underutilized Indigenous Fruit Tree in Gauteng Province, South Africa

Sustainability
2024-02-07 | Journal article
Contributors: Maropeng Erica Matlala; Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu; Salmina N. Mokgehle; Wilfred Otang-Mbeng
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Ethnomedicinal and Other Ecosystem Services Provided by Threatened Plants: A Case Study of Cycads

Sustainable Uses and Prospects of Medicinal Plants
2023 | Book chapter
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2-s2.0-85163429729

Contributors: Suinyuy, T.N.; Ndhlovu, P.T.; Asong, J.A.; Kubheka, B.P.; Falemara, B.C.; Mbeng, W.O.
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Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu via Scopus - Elsevier

The Role of Indigenous Knowledge Systems in Sustainable Utilisation and Conservation of Medicinal Plants

Sustainable Uses and Prospects of Medicinal Plants
2023 | Book chapter
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2-s2.0-85163455573

Contributors: Otang-Mbeng, W.; Muloche, D.T.; Kola, E.; Ndhlovu, P.T.
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Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu via Scopus - Elsevier

Ethnobotanical survey of medicinal plants used by indigenous knowledge holders to manage healthcare needs in children

PLOS ONE
2023-03-27 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 1932-6203
Contributors: Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu; John Awungnjia Asong; Abiodun Olusola Omotayo; Wilfred Otang-Mbeng; 0000-0002-6602-246X
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Ethnobotanical use-pattern for indigenous fruits and vegetables among selected communities in Ondo State, Nigeria

South African Journal of Botany
2022-03 | Journal article
Contributors: Similoluwa Felicia Olowo; Abiodun Olusola Omotayo; Ibraheem Oduola Lawal; Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu; Adeyemi Oladapo Aremu
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Commercialization Potential of Six Selected Medicinal Plants Commonly Used for Childhood Diseases in South Africa: A Review

Sustainability
2021-12-24 | Journal article
Contributors: Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu; Abiodun Olusola Omotayo; Wilfred Otang-Mbeng; Adeyemi Oladapo Aremu
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Determinants of Household Income and Willingness to Pay for Indigenous Plants in North West Province, South Africa: A Two-Stage Heckman Approach

Sustainability
2021-05-13 | Journal article
Contributors: Abiodun Olusola Omotayo; Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu; Seleke Christopher Tshwene; Kehinde Oluseyi Olagunju; Adeyemi Oladapo Aremu
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Ethnobotanical review of plants used for the management and treatment of childhood diseases and well-being in South Africa

South African Journal of Botany
2021-03 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 0254-6299
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An Exploratory Study on the Diverse Uses and Benefits of Locally-Sourced Fruit Species in Three Villages of Mpumalanga Province, South Africa

Foods
2020-10-31 | Journal article
Contributors: Kutullo Nick Shai; Khayelihle Ncama; Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu; Madeleen Struwig; Adeyemi Oladapo Aremu
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Ethno-veterinary plants used for the treatment of retained placenta and associated diseases in cattle among Dinokana communities, North West Province, South Africa

South African Journal of Botany
2020-08 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 0254-6299
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Utilization Pattern of Indigenous and Naturalized Plants among Some Selected Rural Households of North West Province, South Africa

Plants
2020-07-28 | Journal article
Contributors: Abiodun Olusola Omotayo; Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu; Seleke Christopher Tshwene; Adeyemi Oladapo Aremu
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Herbal-Based Cosmeceuticals and Economic Sustainability among Women in South African Rural Communities

Economies
2020-06-27 | Journal article
Contributors: Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu; Abiodun Olusola Omotayo; Adeyemi Oladapo Aremu; Wilfred Otang-Mbeng
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Plant species used for cosmetic and cosmeceutical purposes by the Vhavenda women in Vhembe District Municipality, Limpopo, South Africa

South African Journal of Botany
2019 | Journal article
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2-s2.0-85064838222

Part of ISSN: 02546299
Contributors: Ndhlovu, P.T.; Mooki, O.; Otang Mbeng, W.; Aremu, A.O.
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Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu via Scopus - Elsevier

Medicinal plants used for skin-related diseases among the Batswanas in Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality, South Africa

South African Journal of Botany
2019-11 | Journal article
Part of ISSN: 0254-6299
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Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu
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Plant species used for cosmetic and cosmecutical purposes by the Vhavenda women in Vhembe district municipality, limpopo.,South Africa

2019-04-30 | Journal article
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Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu

Peer review (13 reviews for 5 publications/grants)

Review activity for BMC complementary medicine and therapies. (2)
Review activity for Journal of herbal medicine. (1)
Review activity for Journal of natural pesticide research. (2)
Review activity for PloS one. (1)
Review activity for South African journal of botany. (7)