The Vaal River is under increasing pollution pressure but still supports life, say North-West University researchers.
The reading marks the first time since late February that the dam has dipped below the 100% threshold, though it remains at near-full levels.
Dalia Saad has received funding from the Royal Society, UK, this study is funded by Government’s Grand Challenges Research Fund (GCRF), grant number: FLR\R1\201062. These tiny plastic particles are ...
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