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Understanding dynamics occurring in land utilization and land cover is essential for analysing and assessing long-term transformations. These transformations in land cover primarily result from deforestation, which involves the conversion of forests into other land cover types such as...

Water scarcity is a global challenge, affecting sustainable development, human well-being and ecosystem health. In Zambia, the Kafue River Basin, an important economic and ecological resource, faces growing water demand that exceeds its natural supply and supply capacity, leading to resource...

This study underscored the importance of water quality, providing insights for sustainable resource management in decision-making and development planning. The study focused on the Luapula River Basin (LRB) in Zambia, a potential donor for inter-basin water transfers to the Kafue River Basin...

Wetlands are among the most productive natural ecosystems in the world, providing essential ecosystem services such as water that benefits human health, supporting aquatic ecosystems, and facilitating economic activities. However, a 64% to 71% of wetlands have been lost globally since 1900,...

Water insecurity in Zambia's Kafue River Basin (KRB) is rising due to climate change, land-use change and increased water abstraction. The role of forests in the hydrological cycle, particularly through evapotranspiration (ET) has not been adequately explored. This study addressed this gap. The...

This study investigates the characteristics of soil from an old Uchi Tailing Dump in Kitwe, Zambia, through field sampling and analysis. Soil samples were systematically collected using a grid sampling techniques to inform future environmentally responsible restoration strategies. Particle size...

This study investigates the characteristics of soil from an old Uchi Tailing Dump in Kitwe, Zambia, through field sampling and analysis. Soil samples were systematically collected using a grid sampling techniques to inform future environmentally responsible restoration strategies. Particle size...

Wetlands are essential for the natural function of ecosystems, because they regulate floods and have many other significant functions. However, land use-land cover (LULC) changes are the main drivers of wetland deterioration globally, and Zambia is no exception. This study examined LULC changes...

Endocrine disrupting compounds (EDCs) are receiving increased attention in the environment due to their link to lifestyles diseases like hypertension, heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some cancers. This research aimed at assessing the presence and quantities of heavy metals and organic EDCs in...

Vulnerability refers to the degree to which human and environmental systems are likely to experience harm due to perturbation or stress. This study investigates the vulnerability of Zambezi headwaters in Ikelenge District, North-Western Province of Zambia, to potential contaminants using...