Abstract:

This short paper explores the epistemological dimensions of genotype as central to the issue of sickle cell anaemia in sub-Saharan Africa. Specifically, it considers the demographic spread of the Hausa tribe spanning several countries as represented by those in Kano, Nigeria. Inadequate knowledge, morbidity, under-communication and low consciousness reportedly characterize genotype, which emblematizes the deadly sickle cell anaemia. This preliminary study was executed through the use of translator-administration of a questionnaire to generate data from Hausa youths in Kano, Nigeria. This initial study presents results in demographic cross-tabulations as background to further research collaborations with others globally.