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Bird’s-eye view of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances pollution research in the African hydrosphere

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The surge in Africa’s economy has led to increased use of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs), resulting in environmental pollution. This has spurred regulatory and research efforts to mitigate these impacts. We used data analytics to study PFAS pollution in aquatic ecosystems in Africa and model PFAS concentrations using socio-economic variables. In agreement with literature, urbanization, gross domestic product, and population growth drive PFAS pollution.

Source: npj Clean Water

DOI: 10.1038/s41545-025-00495-x

Authors: Sabastian Simbarashe Mukonza, Nhamo Chaukura

Institutions: National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Sol Plaatje University

Language: English

Topic: Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances research

Subfield: Environmental Chemistry

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Clean water and sanitation

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,890