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Overview
This protocol outlines a systematic review examining psychosocial determinants of cognitive development among children aged 0-6 years in Early Childhood Development centres across sub-Saharan Africa. The review responds to documented gaps in research understanding the complex interplay of psychosocial factors influencing cognitive development within resource-constrained settings characteristic of the region.
Methods and approach
The systematic review will be conducted following PRISMA-P recommendations. A comprehensive search strategy will span global databases (PubMed, PsycINFO, ProQuest) and regional repositories (Sabinet African Journals, Science Direct, African Index Medicus, and sub-Saharan African institutional repositories). Inclusion criteria specify primary studies employing qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods approaches, published in English between 2014 and 2024, reporting on psychosocial determinants of cognitive development in sub-Saharan African ECD settings. Study quality will be evaluated using the Mixed Method Appraisal Tool, with data synthesis conducted through content analysis methodology.
Key Findings
This protocol precedes empirical findings. Upon completion, the systematic review will synthesise existing evidence characterising the psychosocial determinants influencing child cognitive development within sub-Saharan African ECD contexts, identifying patterns across included studies and gaps in current research.
Implications
The systematic review is anticipated to advance understanding of factors shaping cognitive development in sub-Saharan African ECD settings, potentially informing policy and practice considerations specific to resource-limited contexts. Findings may facilitate evidence-based intervention development targeting the identified psychosocial determinants of child cognitive development in the region.
Disclosure
- Research title: Psychosocial determinants of child cognitive development in sub-Saharan early childhood development centres: a systematic review protocol
- Authors: Katlego Magdeline Rantho, Mpsanyana Makgahlela, Ronny Mkhonto, Mapula Mothapo, Lesiba Mphela, Peaceful Ntshayintshayi, Winter Seshoka, Livhuwani Muthelo, Samukezi Mrubula-Ngwenya, Tholene Sodi
- Institutions: North-West University, University of Limpopo
- Publication date: 2026-02-25
- DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s13643-026-03112-1
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- Image credit: Photo by Emmanuel Ikwuegbu on Unsplash (Source • License)
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