Tswelelopele Mpolokeng

I am a hard worker with a passion for research, dedicated work ethic, and a strong desire to expand knowledge and gain hands-on experience. Eager to embark on a PhD journey in ethnoveterinary further contribute to the academic community and develop expertise through immersive learning opportunities.

Papers presented at conferences

• T.G. Mpolokeng, K. Mokgau, K.I. Nko, J. Mhlanga, H. Masote, J.A. Asong, A.O. Aremu,2023. Exploring the value of indigenous leafy vegetables among local communities in Madibeng local municipality, North-West, South Africa. 1st International Congress of the African Phytomedicine Scientific Society (APSS). Hosted by the University of Pretoria (9-10 November 2023). Oral presentation.
• T.G. Mpolokeng, K. Mokgau, K.I. Nko, J.A. Asong, N.A. Masondo, S.O. Amoo, A.O. Aremu, 2024.Utilisation pattern of plants for the management of livestock diseases in selected villages in Madibeng local municipality, North-West Province.49th Annual South African Association of Botanists (SAAB) Congress. Hosted by the University of Zululand (7-11 January 2024). Oral presentation.
• T.G. Mpolokeng, K. Mokgau, K.I. Nko, J.A. Asong, N.A. Masondo, S.O. Amoo, A.O. Aremu, 2024.Exploring the use of plants to manage livestock diseases in selected villages in Madibeng local municipality, North-West Province. Agricultural Research Council (ARC)-Department of agriculture, land reform & rural development (DALRRD). Hosted by ARC VIMP Roodeplaat, Gauteng Province, South Africa (12-14 February 2024). Oral Presentation.
• T.G. Mpolokeng, N.A. Masondo, N. Shikwambana, J.A. Asong, S.O. Amoo, L.J. McGaw, A.O. Aremu, 2024. Documentation and in vitro biological activity of medicinal plants utilized in the management of livestock diseases in North-West Province, South Africa. Resilience in a Changing World. Hosted at Amway Grand Hotel and DeVos Place Grand Rapids, Michigan (15-19 June 2024). Poster presentation.
• T.G. Mpolokeng, M.V. Chakale, J.A. Asong, N.A. Masondo, A.O. Aremu,2024. Plant-based remedies used for sustaining livestock husbandry among Batswana in southern Africa. 23rd International Congress of the ISE and the 2nd International Congress of the African Phytomedicine Scientific Society (APSS). The Footprint of Ethnopharmacology in Drug Discovery. Hosted by Cape Town international convention center, Cape Town, South Africa (23-26 October 2024). Poster presentation.
• T.G. Mpolokeng, M.V. Chakale, J.A. Asong, N.A. Masondo, A.O. Aremu,2025. Ethnoveterinary practices and plant-based remedies for enhancing livestock health among the Batswana in southern Africa. South African Association of Botanists (SAAB) Postgraduate Symposium. Hosted in Zoom Meeting (30 January 2025). Oral presentation.
• T.G. Mpolokeng, M.V. Chakale, J.A. Asong, N.A. Masondo, A.O. Aremu,2025. Ethnoveterinary practices of medicinal plants used for livestock management in selected district Municipality of North-West Province, South Africa.50th Annual South African Association of Botanists (SAAB) Congress. Hosted by the Wits Rural Facility, Orpen Gate, Kruger National Park, Mpumalanga. Oral presentation.
• T.G. Mpolokeng, Chakale, J.A. Asong, N.A. Masondo, A.O. Aremu, 2025. Ethnoveterinary practices and medicinal plant use in livestock management: A Study from selected Municipal Districts in North West Province Tripartite Inter‑Universities Research Colloquium. Hosted by University of Limpopo (10‑12 September 2025). Oral presentation

Publications

• Keamogela I. Nko, Tswelelopele G. Mpolokeng, Keloabetswe Mokgau, John A. Asong, Abiodun O. Omotayo, Adeyemi O. Aremu 2024.Ethnobotanical, biological, and phytochemical qualities of locally sourced leafy vegetables for food security, good health and general well-being in South Africa: A review
• Tswelelopele Gobitsaone Mpolokeng, Keloabetswe Mokgau, Keamogela Innocentia Nko, John Awungnji Asong, Madeleen Struwig, Adeyemi Oladapo Aremu 2025.Ethnobotanical uses of traditional African vegetables among three selected villages of Madibeng Local Municipality, South Africa
• T.G. Mpolokeng, M.V. Chakale, J. A. Asong, N.A. Masondo, A.O. Aremu, 2025. Plant-based remedies for livestock management: An ethnoveterinary assessment in selected rural areas of South Africa