Nov. 21-22, 2024 Cape Town (South Africa) Back

41st CAPE TOWN International Conference on “Chemical, Biological and Environmental Engineering” (CCBEE-24) 
 
ISBN - 978-989-9121-42-3
 
Editors:

Prof. Dr. Elvis Fosso-Kankeu

Prof. Dr. Ntwampe S K

Prof. Dr. Md. Aminur Rahman

 
https://doi.org/10.17758/IICBE6

 

Sr.No.Paper Title & Author(s)Page No.
1Preface
Preface
1
2Program Committee
Program Committee
1
3Leaching Extraction of Precious Metals from Waste Catalyst
Silindile Gumede, Amir Hossein Mohammadi, Mbuyu Germain Ntunka
1
4Characterisation of KwaZulu Natal Pine and Eucalyptus Biomass Waste to Evaluate the Potential of Using Their Mixtures as Feedstock for Wood Vinegar Production
Thembelihle Portia Lubisi, Phuti Cedric Tsip, Jonas Johakimu, Ntandoyenkosi Malusi Mkhize
8
5Investigating the Effect of the Light Source on the Performance of Oxide and Non-Oxide Transition Metal Photocatalysts– A Comparative Study of UV, UV-Vis, and Sunlight
Caressa Munien, Emmanuel Kweinor Tetteh, Sudesh Rathilal
15
6The Effect of Varying the Hydraulic Retention Time (HRT) and Temperature on the Removal of Sulphates in a Linear Flow Channel Reactor
Jan Witbooi, Frans Waanders, Andrew Eloka-Eboka, René Bekker, Setano Ntwampe
21
7The Use of Hydrothermal Liquefaction for the Recovery of Materials from E-Waste
Frans Waanders, Dian Swanepoel, Roelf Venter, Sanette Marx
25
8Mathematical Modelling of Heavy Metal Biosorption in a Dynamic System
Felicia Omolara Afolabi and Paul Musonge
29
9Biosorption Performance of Apple Pomace from Different Geographical Locations for Pb2+ Ions Removal
Great C. Chazuza, Felicia O. Afolabi, Paul Musonge, Kevin Duffy
37
10Discussion Paper: Man-Made Radon Pollution? Unexpected Radon Measurements in Northwest Germany: Presentation and Attempts at Explanation
Iris M. Reuther
44
11Nutrient Recovery and Biogas Production: Advancing Sustainable Wastewater Management with Hydrothermal Treatment – A Life Cycle Assessment
Boldwin Mutsvene, Manimagalay Chetty, Sheena Kumari, Faizal Bux
51
12Equilibrium, Kinetic, Thermodynamic, and Desorption Studies on the Efficient Uptake of Lead and Copper Ions Using Amino-Functionalized Grafted Cross-Linked Chitosan Beads
Ephraim Igberase and Innocentia G. Mkhize
61
13Fixed-Bed Column Biosorption of Cu2+ and Pb2+ Using Green Adsorbent
Felicia Omolara Afolabi and Paul Musonge
67
14Effect of FeSO4 addition on the Dissolution of Cu from Carbonatite CuFeS2
Stephen Molekoa, Antoine F Mulaba-Bafubiandi and Elvis Fosso-Kankeu
73
15Bentonite-Carbide Slag Composite for AMD Treatment
Kutlwano Tshwaedi and Elvis Fosso-Kankeu
77
16A Comparison of Galvanic Interactions between CuFeS2/FeS2 and CuFeS2/PbS during the Kinetic Dissolution of Cu
Reitumetse Tutubalang and Elvis Fosso-Kankeu
84
17Enhancing Biomethane Production Through Anaerobic Co-Digestion of Biologically Pre-Treated Crop Residues and Cattle Manure
Reckson Kamusoko and Patrick Mukumba
90
18Microorganism Assisted Floatation of Spodumene: A Review
Everjoy Muchefa and Antoine F. Mulaba-Bafubiandi
95
19Magnetite Synthesized from Acid Mine Drainage: A Novel Approach for Chromium(VI) and Fluoride Removal
Netshedzo Tshikosi, Vhahangwele Masindi, Nomcebo Mthombeni and Munyadziwa Ramakokovhuu
101
20Application of Magnesium Hydroxide for the remediation of Acid Mine Drainage
Jacobeth Galane, Tholiso Ngulube, Mabel Mphahlele-Makgwane
107
21Enhancing Water Quality Through the Sorptive Removal of Malachite Green Dye from Aqueous Solution Using Magnesia
Lerato Khoza, Tholiso Ngulube, Mabel Mphahlele-Makgwane
113
22Assessing the Performance of Acid Mine Drainage in Removing Anionic Dye from Aqueous Solution
Dineo Maake, Tholiso Ngulube, Mabel Mphahlele-Makgwane
120
23Fruit Waste Anaerobic Co-Digestion with Market Wastewater: Process Kinetics
Nqobile Mkhize, Emmanuel Kweinor Tetteh and Sudesh Rathilal
126
24Appraisal of Consumer Electronics and E-waste Generation in Households in Gauteng
Thea Schoeman, Isaac Rampedi, and Joel Maseki
131
25Challenges and Prospects of Alkaline-based and Membrane-based Technologies for Green Hydrogen Production in South Africa
Simika Kanniappen, Racquel Sherise Lallie, Emmanuel Kweinor Tetteh and Sudesh Rathilal
136
26An Overview of Biotechnologies for Hydrogen Production in South Africa
Racquel Sherise Lallie, Simika Kanniappen, Emmanuel Kweinor Tetteh, and Sudesh Rathilal
145
27Characterisation of a Secondary Copper Slag produced through Aluminothermic Process
NKE. Kalala and MK. Wa Kalenga
153
28Slag system with Alumina addition between 1200o C and 1250o C during High Carbon Ferromanganese Production
MK. Wa Kalenga and DK Nyembwe
159
29Carbothermic Reduction of Manganese Ore Fines Using an Organic Binder
M.R Malatji and MK. Wa Kalenga
163
30Development of a Hybrid Solar/UV Lamp Illuminated Annular Photocatalytic Reactor for the Treatment of Distillery Wastewater
John Kabuba
168
31Removal of Glucocorticoids from Pharmaceutical Wastewater using Modified Clinoptilolite
John Kabuba and Ntoma Wilson Mushwane
177
32Evaluation of the Performance of Combine Primary Settling and Anaerobic Digestion for the Treatment of Yeast Wastewater
John Kabuba and Mumsy Thloloe
187
33Development of an Optimal and Environmental Friendly Process for Extracting Lithium from Manono using a Low-Temperature Digestion Method
Mukendi Papy Musampa, Bu Kweto, Tresor Lukusa, John Kabuba
197
34Fractionation of Heavy Metals in the Sewage Sludge Applied Soil
Bülent Topcuoğlu
204
35Reduction of Bacterial Strains in Polluted Surface Water by Modified Chitosan
Anthony C. Ogazi and Peter O. Osifo
209
36Python Coding of Lagenaria Siceraria Cucurbitaceae Material Heat Transfer for Food Conservation
Antoine Mulaba-Bafubiandi, Ramaboea Moloko, Samkelo Gift Bhongoza, and Thusanang Matamela
213
37Comparative Performance of Scenedesmus Sp. Cultivated in Sewage Wastewater in 1L Bench Top Vessels and A 30L Reactor for Algal Growth and Biofuel Production
Nikita Singh, Prof. Manimagalay Chetty, and Prof. Sudesh Rathilal
223
38Economic Benefits of Scaling up a Smart Anaerobic Digester for Biogas recovery from Industrial Wastewater
Lindokuhle Ngema, Sydney Mandla Khanyile, Devona Sathiyah, Emmanuel Kweinor Tetteh, and Sudesh Rathilal
229
39Assessing the Environmental Implications of Alluvial Gold Mining Activities in Ijesha Land, Nigeria
Olushola Daniel Eniowo, Antoine F. Mulaba-Bafubiandi and Hendrik Grobler
234
40Challenges and Prospect of Solar-Powered Seawater Electrolysis for Green Hydrogen Production in South Africa: A Comprehensive Review
Mtolo, E Tetteh, N Mthombeni, S Rathilal, K Moloi
238
41Addressing Hydrogen Storage Challenges with Regenerative Green Hydrogen-based Batteries Mini-Review
Emmanuel Kweinor Tetteh, Samukelo Mngadi, Thashrik Pirthira, Sudesh Rathilal
246
42Artisanal Production of Phosphoric Acid from a Locally Found Phosphor Bearing Core: A Laboratory Attempt
Meta Jonathan Mvita, Antoine F. Mulaba-Bafubiandi and Mbalenhle Mpanza
254
43The Effects of Humic Acid on the Phytoremediation Efficiency in the Sludge Applied Soil
Prof. Dr. Bulent Topcuoglu
260
44Exploration of Free and Immobilized Laccase Enzymes for the Treatment of Paper Industry Effluent
Tite T., Ngema T., Makhathini T. P.
264
45Assessment of Antimicrobial Resistant Bacteria Prevalence in Mamotintane Village Water Sources
Shane S. Khoza, Masego G. Montwedi
265
46Effectiveness of Peri-Urban Wetlands in Providing Ecosystem Services: Mankweng, Limpopo as a Case Study
Masego G. Montwedi, Prof. C.W Malherbe, Dr. A. Cage, Dr. W.J. Smit, Prof. A. Law, and Dr. H. Glanville
266
47Utilization of Soda Ash for the Treatment of Acid Mine Drainage
Tokollo Sithole, Tholiso Ngulube, Mabel Mphahlele-Makgwane
267
48Raw and Calcined Magnesite and their Application in Acid Mine Drainage Neutralization
Siyabonga Mesa, Tholiso Ngulube, Mabel Mphahlele-Makgwane
268
49Assessing Reverse Electrodialysis Performance: Comparative Analysis of Power Generation Using Rivers from KwaZulu-Natal and Local Seawater
Mfanelo P. Mbokwana, Peterson T. Ngema, Kaniki Tumba, Nkululeko Nkosi
269
50Derivation of Theoretical Mass Balance COD fractions for a return sludge in anaerobic tank one: The case of Polokwane Wastewater Treatment Plant
Matome Hosea Modipane, Samuel Lesiba Seboya
270
51Structural, Optical and Solid State Properties of WO3 Nanostructured Thin Film for Optical Gas Sensing using Chemical Bath Deposition Technique
Kelechi Nwifior
271
52Green Synthesis of Ag and Zn Nanoparticles for Water Pollutant Treatment
Abdelhak Maghchiche
272