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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

 

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Program Committee


Sr.No. Paper Title & Author(s) Page No.
1 Leaching Extraction of Precious Metals from Waste Catalyst
Silindile Gumede, Amir Hossein Mohammadi, Mbuyu Germain Ntunka 		1
2 Characterisation 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
3 Investigating 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
4 The 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
5 The Use of Hydrothermal Liquefaction for the Recovery of Materials from E-Waste
Frans Waanders, Dian Swanepoel, Roelf Venter, Sanette Marx 		25
6 Mathematical Modelling of Heavy Metal Biosorption in a Dynamic System
Felicia Omolara Afolabi and Paul Musonge 		29
7 Biosorption Performance of Apple Pomace from Different Geographical Locations for Pb2+ Ions Removal
Great C. Chazuza, Felicia O. Afolabi, Paul Musonge, Kevin Duffy 		37
8 Discussion Paper: Man-Made Radon Pollution? Unexpected Radon Measurements in Northwest Germany: Presentation and Attempts at Explanation
Iris M. Reuther 		44
9 Nutrient Recovery and Biogas Production: Advancing Sustainable Wastewater Management with Hydrothermal Treatment – A Life Cycle Assessment
Boldwin Mutsvene, Manimagalay Chetty, Sheena Kumari, Faizal Bux 		51
10 Equilibrium, 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
11 Fixed-Bed Column Biosorption of Cu2+ and Pb2+ Using Green Adsorbent
Felicia Omolara Afolabi and Paul Musonge 		67
12 Effect of FeSO4 addition on the Dissolution of Cu from Carbonatite CuFeS2
Stephen Molekoa, Antoine F Mulaba-Bafubiandi and Elvis Fosso-Kankeu 		73
13 Bentonite-Carbide Slag Composite for AMD Treatment
Kutlwano Tshwaedi and Elvis Fosso-Kankeu 		77
14 A Comparison of Galvanic Interactions between CuFeS2/FeS2 and CuFeS2/PbS during the Kinetic Dissolution of Cu
Reitumetse Tutubalang and Elvis Fosso-Kankeu 		84
15 Enhancing Biomethane Production Through Anaerobic Co-Digestion of Biologically Pre-Treated Crop Residues and Cattle Manure
Reckson Kamusoko and Patrick Mukumba 		90
16 Microorganism Assisted Floatation of Spodumene: A Review
Everjoy Muchefa and Antoine F. Mulaba-Bafubiandi 		95
17 Magnetite Synthesized from Acid Mine Drainage: A Novel Approach for Chromium(VI) and Fluoride Removal
Netshedzo Tshikosi, Vhahangwele Masindi, Nomcebo Mthombeni and Munyadziwa Ramakokovhuu 		101
18 Application of Magnesium Hydroxide for the remediation of Acid Mine Drainage
Jacobeth Galane, Tholiso Ngulube, Mabel Mphahlele-Makgwane 		107
19 Enhancing Water Quality Through the Sorptive Removal of Malachite Green Dye from Aqueous Solution Using Magnesia
Lerato Khoza, Tholiso Ngulube, Mabel Mphahlele-Makgwane 		113
20 Assessing the Performance of Acid Mine Drainage in Removing Anionic Dye from Aqueous Solution
Dineo Maake, Tholiso Ngulube, Mabel Mphahlele-Makgwane 		120
21 Fruit Waste Anaerobic Co-Digestion with Market Wastewater: Process Kinetics
Nqobile Mkhize, Emmanuel Kweinor Tetteh and Sudesh Rathilal 		126
22 Appraisal of Consumer Electronics and E-waste Generation in Households in Gauteng
Thea Schoeman, Isaac Rampedi, and Joel Maseki 		131
23 Challenges 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
24 An Overview of Biotechnologies for Hydrogen Production in South Africa
Racquel Sherise Lallie, Simika Kanniappen, Emmanuel Kweinor Tetteh, and Sudesh Rathilal 		145
25 Characterisation of a Secondary Copper Slag produced through Aluminothermic Process
NKE. Kalala and MK. Wa Kalenga 		153
26 Slag system with Alumina addition between 1200o C and 1250o C during High Carbon Ferromanganese Production
MK. Wa Kalenga and DK Nyembwe 		159
27 Carbothermic Reduction of Manganese Ore Fines Using an Organic Binder
M.R Malatji and MK. Wa Kalenga 		163
28 Development of a Hybrid Solar/UV Lamp Illuminated Annular Photocatalytic Reactor for the Treatment of Distillery Wastewater
John Kabuba 		168
29 Removal of Glucocorticoids from Pharmaceutical Wastewater using Modified Clinoptilolite
John Kabuba and Ntoma Wilson Mushwane 		177
30 Evaluation of the Performance of Combine Primary Settling and Anaerobic Digestion for the Treatment of Yeast Wastewater
John Kabuba and Mumsy Thloloe 		187
31 Development 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
32 Fractionation of Heavy Metals in the Sewage Sludge Applied Soil
Bülent Topcuoğlu 		204
33 Reduction of Bacterial Strains in Polluted Surface Water by Modified Chitosan
Anthony C. Ogazi and Peter O. Osifo 		209
34 Python Coding of Lagenaria Siceraria Cucurbitaceae Material Heat Transfer for Food Conservation
Antoine Mulaba-Bafubiandi, Ramaboea Moloko, Samkelo Gift Bhongoza, and Thusanang Matamela 		213
35 Comparative 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
36 Economic 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
37 Assessing the Environmental Implications of Alluvial Gold Mining Activities in Ijesha Land, Nigeria
Olushola Daniel Eniowo, Antoine F. Mulaba-Bafubiandi and Hendrik Grobler 		234
38 Challenges 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
39 Addressing Hydrogen Storage Challenges with Regenerative Green Hydrogen-based Batteries Mini-Review
Emmanuel Kweinor Tetteh, Samukelo Mngadi, Thashrik Pirthira, Sudesh Rathilal 		246
40 Artisanal 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
41 The Effects of Humic Acid on the Phytoremediation Efficiency in the Sludge Applied Soil
Prof. Dr. Bulent Topcuoglu 		260
42 Exploration of Free and Immobilized Laccase Enzymes for the Treatment of Paper Industry Effluent
Tite T., Ngema T., Makhathini T. P. 		264
43 Assessment of Antimicrobial Resistant Bacteria Prevalence in Mamotintane Village Water Sources
Shane S. Khoza, Masego G. Montwedi 		265
44 Effectiveness 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
45 Utilization of Soda Ash for the Treatment of Acid Mine Drainage
Tokollo Sithole, Tholiso Ngulube, Mabel Mphahlele-Makgwane 		267
46 Raw and Calcined Magnesite and their Application in Acid Mine Drainage Neutralization
Siyabonga Mesa, Tholiso Ngulube, Mabel Mphahlele-Makgwane 		268
47 Assessing 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
48 Derivation 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
49 Structural, Optical and Solid State Properties of WO3 Nanostructured Thin Film for Optical Gas Sensing using Chemical Bath Deposition Technique
Kelechi Nwifior 		271
50 Green Synthesis of Ag and Zn Nanoparticles for Water Pollutant Treatment
Abdelhak Maghchiche 		272