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Addressing Research Gaps on the Impacts of Solid Waste and Wastewater on Water Resources in South Africa: Overview and Guide to Reports

This report summarises national and catchment-scale research on pollution sources and ecological impacts, highlighting wastewater treatment, waste and emerging contaminants such as tyre wear particles and pharmaceuticals in South Africa.

Spatial analysis and modelling research projects identify pollution hotspots and link pressures to biodiversity and ecosystem service risks, supporting improved monitoring and integrated management responses.

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Project Details

Project Title: Environmental Pollution Programme

Delivery Partner: Joint Nature Conservation Committee (JNCC)

Funding Round: Phase 1

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Capacity Building Conservation and Restoration Governance and Policy Improving Livelihoods Natural Resource Management South Africa Sub-Saharan Africa

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