Abstracts

A comparison of mercury phytoremediation by Brassica juncea, Brassica juncea subsp juncea, and Erucastrum arabicum plants.

Poster Presentation

Author: Dorcas Nyama

NUST

Abstract Theme: WASH for Inclusive Development
A Function-Based Design Framework for Developing Sustainable Household Water Treatment Technologies from Locally Available Resources in Zimbabwe

Poster Presentation

Author: Progress Dube

NUST

Abstract Theme: WASH for Inclusive Development
A Spatial-Modeling Approach to Reducing Water Energy Food Burdens in the Shangani Sub-Catchment, Zimbabwe

Poster Presentation

Author: George Mapfidza

NUST

Abstract Theme: Water, Energy and Food Nexus
Addressing Adverse Accessibility and Inclusion Barriers to WASH Services for Women and Girls with Disabilities in Makonde District, Zimbabwe

Poster Presentation

Author: Emmanuel Masvimbo

Independent

Abstract Theme: WASH for Inclusive Development
Adsorption of Methylene Blue onto Clay/Carbon Composite: Kinetics and Isotherm Study

Accepted

Author: Freeman Madhau

Independent

Abstract Theme: Water, Energy and Food Nexus
Adsorptive Removal of Fluoride from Drinking Water: A Systematic Review of Adsorbent Performance, Mechanisms, and Practical Applicability (2019–2026)

Poster Presentation

Author: Audrey Kaondera

CHINHOYI UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

Abstract Theme: Wastewater as a Resource
Advancing citizen science methodologies for sustainable water management

Poster Presentation

Author: Nyaradzo Dhliwayo

NELSON MANDELA UNIVERSITY

Abstract Theme: Water Governance
Advancing Inclusive WASH for Resilient Rural Livelihoods: Lessons from Matobo District,Zimbabwe

Poster Presentation

Author: Wisdom Moyo

Independent

Abstract Theme: WASH for Inclusive Development
AI-driven smart water systems for climate resilient urban water security in Zimbabwe. A case of Bulawayo

Oral Presentation

Author: Kevin R. Matseta

NUST

Abstract Theme: Water Governance
An Automated Smart Agro-Dome System for Bioremediation and Humidity Harvesting at Magwegwe Wastewater Treatment Works

Oral Presentation

Author: Tanaka Murekachiro

NUST

Abstract Theme: Wastewater as a Resource
An evaluation of the impact of extraction conditions on the efficiency of mango peel extracts as a natural biosorbent to remove lead ions from paint processing effluent

Poster Presentation

Author: Tariro Manhongo

NUST

Abstract Theme: Wastewater as a Resource
An integrated geophysical approach in characterisation of the Mayfair earth-fill embankment dam in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.

Poster Presentation

Author: Wellington Matau

NUST

Abstract Theme: WASH for Inclusive Development
Antimicrobial resistance patterns of Escherichia coli isolated from Glen Valley wastewater treatment plant and receiving water sources in Gaborone, Botswana

Poster Presentation

Author: Vincent Khumalo

NUST

Abstract Theme: Wastewater as a Resource
Aqua Pure BioSachet

Oral Presentation

Author: Solo Zvineyi

RIMBI HIGH SCHOOL, CHIPINGE

Abstract Theme: WASH for Inclusive Development
Assessing the socioeconomic consequences of water scarcity on rural households in Amathole District Municipality in South Africa

Poster Presentation

Author: Dr Akeem A. Oyelana

NELSON MANDELA UNIVERSITY

Abstract Theme: Water, Energy and Food Nexus