Description:
A collection of thirty peer-reviewed articles, this book provides a first glimpse into groundwater pollution in Africa. It begins with a broad overview of the situation in Africa highlighting topics of special significance to the continent and including broad country perspectives. The book includes specific case studies that substantiate the general perspectives. It presents a range of diverse hydrogeological settings, with associated pollution sources, their causes and consequences across the continent and methodologies to understand impacts and improve the situation. The book is a valuable reference to professionals and decision-makers confronted with a wide diversity of challenges.