A review of advanced wastewater treatment technologies: USA vs. Africa

Zamathula Queen Sikhakhane Nwokediegwu; Michael Ayorinde Dada; Onyeka Henry Daraojimba; Johnson Sunday Oliha; Michael Tega Majemite; Alexander Obaigbena

doi:10.30574/ijsra.2024.11.1.0071

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A review of advanced wastewater treatment technologies: USA vs. Africa

Zamathula Queen Sikhakhane Nwokediegwu ^{1, *}, Michael Ayorinde Dada ², Onyeka Henry Daraojimba ³, Johnson Sunday Oliha ⁴, Michael Tega Majemite ⁵ and Alexander Obaigbena ⁶

1 Independent Researcher, Durban South Africa.
2 Sychar Water Technologies, Houston Texas, United State.
3 Department of Information Management, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria.
4 Independent Researcher, Lagos, Nigeria.
5 Technical University Darmstadt, Germany.
6 Independent Researcher, Darey.io, United Kingdom.

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International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024, 11(01), 333–340.

Article DOI: 10.30574/ijsra.2024.11.1.0071

DOI url: https://doi.org/10.30574/ijsra.2024.11.1.0071

Publication history

Received on 06 December 2023; revised on 13 January 2024; accepted on 16 January 2024

Abstract

This research paper conducts a comprehensive comparative analysis of advanced wastewater treatment technologies in the USA and Africa, emphasizing infrastructure, regulatory frameworks, and socio-economic factors. The USA exhibits robust infrastructure, supportive regulations, and technological awareness, fostering the adoption of advanced solutions. In contrast, Africa faces limited resources and diverse regulatory landscapes. Affordability, accessibility, public awareness, and education are critical socio-economic factors influencing technology adoption. Prospects include innovations like AI integration and circular economy principles. Policy recommendations stress adaptive frameworks and international collaborations. The conclusion underscores the importance of inclusive strategies for global sustainable wastewater management, recognizing each region's unique socio-economic diversity. This research contributes valuable insights for policymakers, researchers, and practitioners working towards resilient and equitable wastewater treatment systems.

Keywords

Wastewater Treatment; Advanced Technologies; Socio-economic Factors; Sustainable Management

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Zamathula Queen Sikhakhane Nwokediegwu, Michael Ayorinde Dada, Onyeka Henry Daraojimba, Johnson Sunday Oliha, Michael Tega Majemite and Alexander Obaigbena. A review of advanced wastewater treatment technologies: USA vs. Africa. International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 2024, 11(01), 333–340. Article DOI: https://doi.org/10.30574/ijsra.2024.11.1.0071

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