Author:Ssemakalu, CC; Pillay, M; Ubomba-Jaswa, Eunice; Motaung, KSDate:Sep 2014Cholera remains a problem in developing countries. This is attributed to the unavailability of proper water treatment, sanitary infrastructure and poor hygiene. As a consequence, countries facing cholera outbreaks rely on interventions such ...Read more
Author:McGuigan, KG; Conroy, RM; Mosler, H-J; Du Preez, M; Ubomba-Jaswa, Eunice; Fernandez-Ibanez, PDate:Oct 2012Solar water disinfection (SODIS) has been known for more than 30 years. The technique consists of placing water into transparent plastic or glass containers (normally 2 L PET beverage bottles) which are then exposed to the sun. Exposure times ...Read more