Browsing Magister Scientiae - MSc (Environ & Water Science) by Author "Kanyerere, Thokozani"
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Assessing hydrogeological characteristics to establish influence of aquifer-river interaction in non-perennial river systems, Heuningnes catchment
Banda, Vincent Santos Dzulani (University of the Western Cape, 2019)Over half of total flows in the global river network are composed of non-perennial rivers. This indicates the importance of non-perennial river systems in supporting the biodiversity. It has been established that groundwater ... -
Assessing hydrogeology of springs in Heuningnes Catchment in South Africa
Finini, Paula (University of the Western Cape, 2022)Springs have been a significant source of water for flora and fauna since the beginning of human history and, in some circumstances, the only source capable of supplying enough water to sustain domestic and agricultural ... -
Assessing river-aquifer interaction for sustained water abstraction, Lower Vaal Catchment, South Africa
Baloyi, Lucky (University of the Western Cape, 2022)Several methods are available in the literature for the estimations of river-aquifer interactions. However, the selection of which depends on available data, local geographic and topographic conditions, the spatial and ... -
Assessing the influence of groundwater recharge mechanism on non-perennial river systems, Tankwa Karoo, South Africa
Mqondeki, Phumlani (University of the Western Cape, 2019)In South Africa and neighbouring countries such as Zimbabwe, Botswana, Angola, and Namibia, most river systems are non-perennial due to semi-arid or arid climatic characteristics. In such river systems, the interaction ... -
Assessment of groundwater level fluctuation trends in Grootfontein dolomite Aquifer, North West Province, South Africa
Rananga, Thomas Hulisani (University of the Western Cape, 2022)Groundwater level decline is a problem experienced in aquifers with more than one groundwater user such as the Grootfontein dolomite aquifer in the North West Province of South Africa. This study assessed groundwater ... -
Conceptualization of urban hydrogeology within the context of water sensitive urban design: case study of Cape Flats Aquifer
Gxokwe, Siyamthanda (University of the Western Cape, 2018)Urban hydrogeology can be used to facilitate a decision-making process regarding the implementation of water sensitive urban design (WSUD) to manage water systems of periurban cities. This thesis was aimed at providing ... -
Hydrogeophysical characterisation of shallow coastal aquifers in the Western Cape, South Africa
Manyama, Kinsley (University of the Western Cape, 2017)Coastal aquifers present a key groundwater resource for freshwater supply in many coastal zones of Africa, and its availability is largely driven by the physical hydrogeological properties. An understanding of the aquifer ... -
Investigating groundwater governance arrangements for unconventional gas exploration and production in main Karoo Basin, South Africa
Matshini, Athenkosi (University of the Western Cape, 2016)South Africa relies on coal and imported crude oil for most of its energy. The possible production of shale gas in the main Karoo Basin of South Africa provides a potential opportunity to diversify the primary energy mix. ... -
The use of derivative analysis and aquifer parameter estimation to refine a conceptual model: A case study approach, Western Cape, South Africa
Nyakeni, Siyanda Suzan (University of Western Cape, 2021)Hydrogeological characterization of an aquifer system is a first step to determine groundwater quantity, yield potential, socio-economic value, storage capacity and aquifer transmissivity properties of an aquifer as a water ... -
Using citizen science in monitoring groundwater levels to improve local groundwater governance, West coast, South Africa
Ajoge, David Omeiza (University of the Western Cape, 2019)Monitoring of groundwater levels provides a basis for assessing the availability of water in aquifers, thereby informing the decisions on abstraction and uses of such water for various purposes. It provides an understanding ... -
Using coupled atmospheric-unsaturated zone model to quantify groundwater recharge to the Table Mountain Group Aquifer system, George, South Africa
Tuswa, Nangamso (University of the Western Cape, 2019)The current study aimed at providing groundwater recharge estimates in a fractured rock aquifer environment that is occupied by pine plantation and indigenous forests in order to improve the understanding of the effect of ... -
Using geostatistical-hydrogeological approach to develop groundwater monitoring system in South Western Karoo, South Africa
Gaffoor, Zaheed (University of the Western Cape, 2017)Groundwater in the South Western Karoo plays a vital role in the overall water supply in the region. However, this resource is vulnerable to impacts from anthropogenic and natural activities. Mitigating the impacts on ... -
Using the pollution-index method to assess water quality in the upper Olifants River Catchment, Mpumalanga Province.
Oberholster, Petrus Fredrik (University of the Western Cape, 2017)The upper Olifants River catchment, situated in Mpumalanga Province, South Africa, is one of the main sources of water for this region. This region face challenges to guarantee future water security due to intensive land ...