Department of Earth Science: Recent submissions
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Magmatic-petrogenetic & structural relationships of the Peninsula Granite of the Cape Granite Suite (CGS) with the Malmesbury Group, Sea Point contact, Saldania Belt, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)The Sea Point contact, Cape Town, South Africa, exposes the contact between the Neoproterozoic Malmesbury Group metasedimentary rocks of the Pan-African Saldania belt and the intrusive S-type Peninsula Granite of the ... -
Developing a hydrogeological conceptual model for subterranean groundwater control areas using remote sensing techniques, Hout catchment, Limpopo, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)Crystalline basement aquifers are an important source of water supply in sub-Saharan Africa for various purposes. These aquifers are characterized by fractured rock networks which form pathways for groundwater recharge, ... -
Magmatic-petrogenetic & structural relationships of the peninsula granite of the Cape Granite Suite (CGS) with the Malmesbury group, sea point contact, Saldania belt, South Africa
(University of Western Cape, 2021)The Sea Point contact, Cape Town, South Africa, exposes the contact between the Neoproterozoic Malmesbury Group metasedimentary rocks of the Pan-African Saldania belt and the intrusive S-type Peninsula Granite of the ... -
The use of remote sensing data for assessing water quality in wetlands within the Limpopo River Basin
(University of the Western Cape, 2021)Wetlands are unique ecosystems that are acknowledged among the world’s most productive and valuable ecosystems. They are recognized as being essential to sustainable development and human welfare due to their unique ... -
The use of remote sensing data for assessing water quality in wetlands within the Limpopo River Basin
(University of the Western Cape, 2021)Wetlands are unique ecosystems that are acknowledged among the world’s most productive and valuable ecosystems. They are recognized as being essential to sustainable development and human welfare due to their unique ... -
Using water law enforcement to demonstrate the effectiveness of regulations for the protection of water resources
(University of the Western Cape, 2021)The South African National Water Act attracted attention of the international water community as one of the most reformist pieces of water legislation in the world, and a major step forward in the transformation of the ... -
Assessment of managed aquifer recharge using GIS based modeling approach in West Coast, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)Due to climate change, rapid urbanization, and population expansion, the water demand and supply is showing increasing fluctuations, especially in the arid or semi-arid regions. One of the most important water resource ... -
Investigating hydrogeochemical processes of groundwater, Heuningnes Catchment, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)This study was conducted to investigate hydrogeochemical processes controlling the evolution of groundwater chemistry and their influence on water quality in the Heuningnes Catchment. The role or influence of hydrogeochemical ... -
Novel approach of using Hydrogeochemistry, Hydrogeologic and Hydrostratigraphic techniques in evaluating coastal aquifers in Heuningnes catchment, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)The increasing population in search for better social and economic development in coastal areas puts groundwater resources under pressure because of the high fresh water demand for domestic and agriculture use. Seawater ... -
Geochemical evaluation of source rock potential and characterization of hydrocarbon occurrences in the Eastern Dahomey Basin, Nigeria
(University of Western Cape, 2020)Nigeria is endowed with significant oil sand and heavy oil reserves. These reserves are found within the Cretaceous Afowo Formation in the Eastern Dahomey Basin. The petroleum systems and quality of these reserves are ... -
Geochemical controls of platinum-group elements distribution patterns in the Patreef, bushveld complex, South Africa: a case study at Zwartfontein farm, Akanani prospect area
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)The Platreef, is a contact-type pyroxenitic reef in the Northern Limb of the Bushveld Complex, enriched in platinum group elements (PGE) and base metal sulfides (BMS). Relatively subdued mining in the Platreef, compared ... -
Groundwater assessment and sustainable management of the coastal alluvial aquifers in Namib Desert, Namibia: Omdel Aquifer as case study
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)The study addressed the groundwater assessment and sustainable management of the coastal alluvial aquifers in Namib Desert, the Omaruru River Delta Aquifer (Omdel Aquifer) was used as a case study. Sustainable utilization ... -
Groundwater assessment and sustainable management of the coastal alluvial aquifers in Namib Desert, Namibia: Omdel Aquifer as case study
(University of Western Cape, 2020)The study addressed the groundwater assessment and sustainable management of the coastal alluvial aquifers in Namib Desert, the Omaruru River Delta Aquifer (Omdel Aquifer) was used as a case study. Sustainable utilization ... -
Protection of Karst spring in Shanxi Region,China: A case study from Jinci Spring Catchment.
(University of Western Cape, 2019)Groundwater is an important of water resources and plays a significant role in the water supply in most parts of the world. It is also an important ecological environment factor, and its variations often affect natural ... -
Assessing different coal combustion residue backfill scenarios in opencast coal mines, Mpumalanga, South Africa
(University of Western Cape, 2020)Coal-fired power stations produce large volumes of coal combustion residues (CCRs), which are disposed of in hold ponds or landfill sites. These ash storage facilities are limited in space and are approaching the end of ... -
Towards a groundwater source and aquifer protection zoning policy in South Africa: Assessment of the legal, socio-economic and institutional arrangements
(University of Western Cape, 2009)The need for a fundamental change in our approach to water management in South Africa is largely underpinned by the country's Constitution (Act 108 of 1996). Section 24 in Chapter 2 of the Constitution is perhaps the ... -
Geomorphological controls on pool formation and pool persistence in non-perennial river systems
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)Globally climate variability and anthropogenic effects are causing more perennial rivers to become non-perennial rivers. Non-perennial rivers are distinguished by their isolated pools which serve as refugia for aquatic ... -
Geochronology and geochemistry of the Postberg ignimbrites, Saldanha, Western Cape, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)The Saldania Belt in southern Africa, a product of the Pan-African Saldanian Orogeny, forms part of a system of Neoproterozoic mobile belts that border and weld older cratons on the African continent. It is a low-grade ... -
Assessing the hydrogeologic characteristics and sources of groundwater recharge and flow in the Elandsfontein aquifer, West Coast, Western Cape, South Africa
(University of Western Cape, 2020)This study is part of the current investigation of the Elandsfontein aquifer to assist with the management of the system and to ensure the protection of the associated Langebaan Lagoon RAMSAR listed site. The Elandsfontein ... -
Delineation of groundwater protection zone in a fractured rock aquifer setting: A case study of Rawsonville
(University of Western Cape, 2020)The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is considering the implementation of an Aquifer Protection Strategy to protect the country’s critical groundwater resources. This study will assist in filling the knowledge gap ...