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Increasing soil pollution from industrial activities, waste incineration, and agricultural practices has raised concerns regarding environmental health. Phytoremediation, which utilizes plants to absorb and neutralize contaminants, presents a sustainable solution in soil rehabilitation. This study investigated the potential of Azadirachta indica (neem) for phytoremediation of soil contaminated with heavy metals and...
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Roads are generally operated in specific climatic environments. Climate change phenomena can also impact their durability. Roads are subject to climatic constraints and exhibit various types of surface degradation. The objective of this work is to clarify these degradations based on the climatic parameters of the different ecological zones of Togo. The road environment in Togo is characterized by climatic variation,...
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Ghana stands at a critical environmental crossroads. Its National Environmental Policy (NEP), last revised in 2012, was once a pioneering blueprint for sustainability, yet now lags behind the fast-evolving realities of ecological risk and global transition. This paper interrogates the policy’s outdated scope by benchmarking it against emergent sustainability imperatives, plastic pollution, electronic waste, climate...
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End-of-life vehicle (ELV) management in Guinea presents significant environmental challenges within the circular economy framework. This study examines the challenges and opportunities of automotive recycling in Guinea amid rapid vehicle fleet expansion from 15,000 units in 2010 to over 45,000 in 2023. A mixed-methods approach was employed, combining systematic literature review of 729 articles from major databases...
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Building collapse has emerged as one of the most pressing urban management challenges in Port Harcourt, resulting in loss of lives, economic disruptions, and declining public confidence in the regulatory system. This study investigated the role of urban planning and development control as preventive tools against structural failure in the city and its environs. The objectives were to identify the major causes of building...
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Airport and aircraft operations are significant sources of air pollution with implications for environmental sustainability and public health. This study assessed concentrations of carbon monoxide (CO), sulfur dioxide (SO?), and nitrogen dioxide (NO?) at 58 sites within Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, using the MSA Altair 5X multi-gas detector across morning, afternoon, and evening periods in both wet and dry...
Challenges and Opportunities Climate-Smart Agriculture Adoption in Ethiopia: Comprehensive Review
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In Ethiopia, where agriculture is extremely sensitive to climate change, this review methodically evaluates the uptake, efficacy, and scalability of Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA). In addition to government reports, case studies, and stakeholder evaluations, the process comprised a methodical synthesis of peer-reviewed literature from databases like Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment. According to research, CSA...
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Ensuring safe drinking water is critical for public health, particularly in rural supply systems where water treatment and monitoring may face operational challenges .This study evaluates the concentrations of selected toxic chemicals -Auminium (Al³?) , Nitrate (NO??), Ammonia nitrogen (NH?–N), Copper (Cu²?), Manganese (Mn²?), Fluoride (F?), Phosphate (PO?³?), and Iron (Fe²?/Fe³?) in four rural water supply systems include...
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Exposure to polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) is a major environmental and public health concern due to their carcinogenic, mutagenic, and teratogenic properties. In this study, wood soot was collected from two rural kitchens in Oye-Ekiti, Nigeria, using cellulose pads fixed to rooftops over a 13-week period to trap particulate emissions. A total of eight albino rats (four exposed, four controls) were used for...
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This study investigates groundwater sources, recharge mechanisms, and contamination pathways in the Northwestern Douala Basin using hydrogeochemical and isotopic techniques. Groundwater samples from wells, boreholes, and springs exhibit diverse chemistry, primarily characterized by Ca²? and HCO??, which reflects mineral weathering. Elevated levels of chloride and nitrate indicate influences from agricultural activities and...
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Decommissioning and abandonment (D&A) of oil fields present complex challenges involving high costs, regulatory demands, and environmental concerns. In Nigeria, the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) enacted the 2023 Decommissioning and Abandonment Regulations, which mandate all producing and frontier fields to submit a formal D&A plan. The regulations further require operators to weigh multiple...
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There is an emerging concern of the potential impact of antibiotics and sometimes their association with heavy metals which might create potential long-term hazards for the environment and human health. This study assessed the occurrence and ecological risks of antibiotics and heavy metals in Ikpoba River. Water samples were collected from four stations over a 6-month period and analysis of antibiotics and heavy metals was...
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This study examines contract administration and risk management challenges in the Chipata–Mchinji Railway Project, a cross-border infrastructure initiative aimed at enhancing regional connectivity between Zambia, Malawi, and Mozambique. Despite its strategic significance, the project has been hindered by delays, legal ambiguities, poor financial oversight, and weak stakeholder coordination. Using a qualitative,...
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Heavy metal pollution from cadmium (Cd) and lead (Pb) is a growing threat in agricultural areas, especially where food production is intensifying. In Ilorin, Nigeria, the rapid expansion of farming raises concerns about soil quality and longterm sustainability. However, localized data on the distribution and risks of these metals is scarce.This study addresses that gap by analyzing soils from eight farmlands across...
Effects of El Niño Southern Oscillation Teleconnections on Climate and Cereal Production in Kenya
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Variability and change in global climatic conditions pose major challenges to cereal production especially in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands globally and developing countries such as Kenya where droughts have become frequent in the past three decades. Variability and change in climatic conditions in Kenya have been caused by anthropogenic activities and natural events such as El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO). The climatic...
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The Polokwane Declaration (2001) set transformative targets for municipal waste management in Southern Africa, aiming to stabilize waste generation and reduce disposal by 50% by 2012, with the long-term goal of achieving zero waste by 2022. This study examines the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into Harare’s municipal waste management framework as a technically feasible and cost-effective solution. AI...
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The focus of this article is on the prevailing water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) practices among residents in Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria. This is with a view to provide evidence –based information that could be used to enhance their domestic environmental health. Primary data were obtained through questionnaire administration and personal observation. Using the multi- stage sampling technique, Ile-Ife was stratified...
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Rapid urbanization in Nekemte, Ethiopia, a secondary African city, intensifies environmental and climate challenges, yet integrated studies are limited. This research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining Sentinel-2/Landsat imagery (1995–2025), meteorological data (1985–2023), and surveys of 380 households to assess impacts and propose scalable solutions. Built-up areas expanded from 5% to 18% (1,000 to 3,600 ha)...
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Aquaculture is increasingly recognized as a cornerstone of global food security and economic development. However, its potential remains underexploited in many developing regions, including Uasin Gishu County in Kenya. This review synthesizes local and global research on the challenges and opportunities for enhancing fisheries productivity in the county through improved pond management practices. By examining production...
Environmental and Agricultural Impacts of Illegal Mining (Galamsey) in the Aowin Municipality, Ghana
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Illegal small-scale mining (galamsey) in Ghana’s Aowin municipality has precipitated severe environmental degradation and agricultural decline, affecting livelihoods and ecological resilience. This study uses a mixed-methods approach integrating surveys of 320 households, environmental testing of 45 water and 120 soil samples, GIS-based land use analysis, and 25 stakeholders’ interviews to evaluate the multidimensional...
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Soil erosion is very chronic environmental issue agriculture sector Ethiopia. This study objective in Semen Bench District to assess perception of farmers on soil erosion and Sustainable Land Management Practices. The studies used to amulti- stage sampling method.124 sample households were selected by systematic sampling techniques. The Likert scale and descriptive statistics were used to analyze the data. Perceived...
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The study evaluated the effect of Water sources’ microbial properties on Pito brewed from them in Tamale metropolis and Tolon district northern Ghana. A three-stage nested design was used for the experiment replicated in three locations in the Districts. The American Public Health Association (APHA, 9222B), 2017, 23th Edition, was used to determine the microbial levels in Water sources and Pito brewed from them. Total...
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This study assessed essential water quality parameters for African catfish aquaculture in earthen pond system in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Primary data consist of water samples from the selected ponds in the study area; Papa’s Ground Along Kubwa Expressway, Gadonasko Farm Military Pensions Board Usman Dam, Jabu Farm, Jabi Lake Fish Farm and Oyasi Farm. The water sample was collected in a plastic bottle of...
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This study assessed essential water quality parameters for African catfish aquaculture in earthen pond system in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Primary data consist of water samples from the selected ponds in the study area; Papa’s Ground Along Kubwa Expressway, Gadonasko Farm Military Pensions Board Usman Dam, Jabu Farm, Jabi Lake Fish Farm and Oyasi Farm. The water sample was collected in a plastic bottle of...
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The problem of environmental pollution and health risks from unsuitable solid dumpsites is critical in urban areas in developing countries like Ethiopia. Butajira is part of a town in Ethiopia facing environmental pollution because of lack of dumpsites. The general objective of the study was to identify potential suitabl dumpsites in Butajira using the GIS-based multi- criteria decision analysis method (MCDAM). Sentinel 2...
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The presence of pharmaceuticals in the environment has been a source of concern that caught the attention of global environmental players. This concern is mainly because of the risk associated with household methods of handling pharmaceuticals. The main objective of this study was to determine the relationship between public risk perception and knowledge, attitude, and practices regarding the environmental impacts of...
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This study evaluated microbial indoor air quality in 40 staff offices at Elizade University, focusing on bacterial and fungal contamination and their relationship with environmental and spatial factors. Using the settle plate method, microbial loads were measured, revealing bacterial counts ranging from 12 to 303 CFU/m³ and fungal counts from 2 to 148 CFU/m³. Pathogenic species such as Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella...
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Aquifer potentials and their relevance in subsurface groundwater protection were assessed at Abeokuta North Local Government Area, South-West Nigeria. Fifteen (15) Vertical Electrical Sounding (VES) were conducted using Schlumberger configuration with the maximum electrode spacing (AB/2) of 100m at each point using Allied Omhega Resistivity meter. The data were interpreted using partial curve matching techniques and...
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Changes in wet and dry patterns have an impact on rain-fed agriculture in Eastern Africa, mainly Ethiopia due to high venerability to climate variability. This study aimed to characterize number of rainy days and the probability of different dry spell length. The result showed high temporal and spatial variation of rainy days for all season. Moreover, belg (FMAM) and Kiremt(JJAS) rainy days exhibited inconsistent spatial...
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South Africa has embarked upon a complex mixture of large-scale spatial development projects including industrial, residential, transport networks, and other recreational infrastructure projects. This has triggered and increased environmental impacts in various forms of pollution, including noise, water, air, and land, as well as climate change and loss of biodiversity. Such environmental impacts have led to community...
Population Growth and its Impact on Environmental Degradation in Nepal
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The aim of the study is to examines the complex interplay between population growth and environmental degradation in Nepal, emphasizing the perspectives of local communities and the environmental challenges amplified by increasing population density. Sustainable Development Goals sets by the United Nations underscore the importance of balancing human needs with environmental preservation, cautioning that unchecked...
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This research assessed stakeholders’ perspectives of Integrated Catchment Management (ICM) concept in Ward 19 of Zaka district (within Chiredzi sub-catchment). The research utilized questionnaires, semi-structured interviews with key informants and a focus group discussion. Results showed that the ICM term was not a common term and its definition was not agreed to by the majority of the questionnaire respondents. The...
Climate Change and Its Impacts on the Environment
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Climate change, primarily driven by human activities like fossil fuel combustion and deforestation, poses a global threat impacting ecosystems, biodiversity, and human societies. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) underscores the unprecedented changes in Earth's climate due to anthropogenic actions. Greenhouse gas emissions GHG, notably carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), and nitrous oxide (N2O), are...
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Adverse Climate variations are adversely impacting the hydrological cycles which is causing abnormal flooding and drought conditions in the region, including Ethiopia. Severe environmental and socioeconomic consequences result from extreme weather occurrences like floods. Therefore, evidence-based hydrological data is essentially required for accurate estimations of extreme events (flood and drought) predictions for...
Impact of solid wastes disposal around dumpsite areas in Ekpoma, Edo State, Nigeria
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The study Investigated the impact of solid waste around dumpsites area in Ekpoma, Edo State. Soil samples used in this study were collected from four (4) dumpsites in different areas within the study area which had been in existence for very long time. The locations were Debowl road, Ujemen, St Dominic street, Idumebo; Afua quarters Emaudo and Ukhun road. The samples were collected using hand-held auger-boring instrument...
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Heavy metals are pollutants that are of global significance due to their toxicological properties when their intake significantly exceeds recommended levels. They are persistent in the environment, and may be unintentionally present in raw materials used for production of bread; they may migrate from packaging into food, or find their way into finished food products due to anthropogenic activities. The present study...
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Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a member of the group of greenhouse gases present in the Earth's atmosphere, contributing to the phenomenon of global warming. The process of photosynthesis enables trees to absorb carbon dioxide and act as carbon sinks, thus playing a role in mitigating the impacts of climate change. In this particular investigation, the focus lies on the estimation of the potential of carbon sequestration and...
Major structures in Nigeria: implication for Earthquake mechanism
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In recent times, both Nigeria and the neighboring country, Ghana have experienced some seismological disturbances that have generated some concern among the citizens, researchers and stakeholders. One of the major concerns is how to investigate the cause(s) and possible means of transmission of these tremors. This is essential to understand the underlying nucleation mechanisms that might lead to seismicity and earthquakes...
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Land surface temperature (LST) is an indispensable factor in studying urban climate. Ground-based measurements have been used to measure LST and Landuse / Land Cover Change (LULC). However, due to advancements in space technology and extensive spatial coverage, remote sensing techniques are increasingly being used to measure the intensity of LST and LULC dynamics owing to the availability of enhanced satellite-based...
Review on Role and Challenge Adoption Sustainable Land Management Practices in highland of Ethiopia
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Land degradation is critical problem agriculture production in the Highlands of Ethiopia. The cause land degradation was resettlement, plough on steep slopes, deforestation, overgrazing and increase of demand of firewood. Therefore, these paper review on the on role and challenge adoption sustainable land management practices in highland of Ethiopia. To reduce negatively influence the land degradation the implementation...
Exploring the Link Between Climate and Dengue in Senegal
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Dengue is a viral disease transmitted by the Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus. Fever, headaches, muscle pain, and nausea are the most common symptoms. It has become a public health problem, highlighting the need to identify and understand the risk factors associated with this disease. Recent studies using cartography techniques in certain areas (South Asia, America, South Africa, and Australia) have shown that the...
PHYSICO-CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF HYDROCARBON SEEPAGE SOIL IN UGWUEME COMMUNITY, ENUGU STATE, NIGERIA
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This objective of this study was to evaluate the soil physicochemical properties of crude oil seep area in in Ugwueme community in Awgu Local Government Area of Enugu State, Nigeria. The study adopted stratified random sampling techniques. The soil samples were collected at 0-15 cm and 15-30 cm depths in the crude oil seep site during the dry and wet seasons of the study year. The soils were analyzed for their...
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF ILLEGAL ARTISANAL REFINERY IN THE NIGER DELTA REGION OF NIGERIA
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The Niger Delta region of Nigeria has a plethora of natural resources, but it is unable to achieve sustainable development, and its future is uncertain due to environmental degradation brought on by oil and gas exploration activities. The condition in the region has been exacerbated in recent times by the sporadic rise in illegal bunkering and illegal artisanal refineries. This paper reviews existing literature that...
HEAVY METALS ACCUMULATION IN SOIL-VEGETABLE SYSTEM FROM URBAN GARDEN
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Phyto remediation of soils in municipal garden used for production of vegetables was investigated in growing urban community of Makurdi Nigeria. Morphological effects of the metals on vegetable (pig weed) and concentration in garden soil were studied during the growth of the plant. 50kg was sampled between 0-60cm depth (crop root zone) using auger and preserved in polyethene bags to the laboratory and tested for presence...
Effectiveness of Chickpea (Cicer Arietinum) in Turbidity Reduction of Contaminated Drinking Water
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Background: Most of the rural populations in developing countries use surface water which is turbid and contaminated with human and animal faces. Water used for drinking purposes from these sources needs treatment to reduce the turbidity and pathogenic microorganisms and to protect the public health. Thus, this study aimed to determine the effectiveness of a natural coagulant, chickpea, in turbidity reduction of drinking...
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Sub Saharan Africa is endowed with both indigenous knowledge systems as well as natural forest resources critical to supporting several forms of development. However, the region has experienced rapid growth in population and changes in demographic characteristics which may lead to a decline in these resources. Indigenous knowledge provides an alternative approach to conserving forest resources. To ascertain the relevance...
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The present study was carried out to estimate the influence of seasonal variations on the physico-chemical parameters, heavy metal concentration of water and biodiversity, and richness of fish from two lagoons with a view to ascertaining the significance of seasons on aquatic ecosystems and their resources. The sampling lasted 12 months (from December 2021 to November 2022), during which both dry and rainy seasons were...
Seasonal Variation and Sources of Ozone (O3): Insights from Campo Grande, Brazil
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Ozone (O3) is a secondary pollutant, considered a relatively short-lived greenhouse gas, and high concentrations of O3 are a concern because of its harmful impacts on human health and ecosystem functioning. The main objective of the study was to determine the seasonality, weekly variation of O3; identify the main sources of ozone precursor emissions and study the relationships between meteorological variables. O3 was...
Use of vitamin E in reducing effects of lead toxicity in fish
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Water pollution has become a global problem. Human population and rapid industrialization generates high volume of toxic wastes in the aquatic environment with negative impacts on aquaculture production. Heavy metal contamination of aquatic ecosystems has been seen as a serious problem of aquatic pollution. Lead is a common non-biodegradable heavy metal which accumulates in fish tissues. The major sources of lead in the...
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At present, climate change is one of the global issue and a major challenge for society and the economy, which also affecting Begi district, one of west wollega districts of Oromia re-gion. This study was conducted with the major goal of assessing perception of farmers on climate change and adaptation strategies in the study area. For the purpose of data collec-tion, four Kebeles and for interview a total of 127...
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