Assessment of Fluoride and selected heavy metals in food chain around Fluorspar mining Plant, Kenya . Barmao J. Kibet 1, Cherutoi K. Jackson 1, Mitei Y. Cheruiyot 2, Were L.L. Munyendo 1, Kiprop Ambrose 1, Achieng' G. Oindo 3*. 1 Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, Moi University, P.O. Box 3900-30100, Eldoret. 2 Department of Chemistry & …
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Dandora Landfill in Nairobi Kenya EJAtlas. Lead and cadmium levels were 13 500 ppm and 1 058 ppm respectively compared to the action levels in the Netherlands of 150 ppm/5ppm for these heavy metals The Stockholm Convention on hazardous pollution which Kenya has ratified requires actions aimed at eliminating these pollutants
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Bull Environ Contam Toxicol DOI 10.1007/s00128-011-0332-x Energy Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence Analysis of Mine Waters from the Migori Gold Mining Belt in Southern Nyanza, Kenya O. B. Odumo • A. O. Mustapha • J. P. Patel H. K. Angeyo • Received: 6 January 2011 / Accepted: 2 June 2011 Ó Springer Science+Business Media, LLC 2011 Abstract ...
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DOI: 10.1016/j.gexplo.2019.106430 Corpus ID: 213711707; Health risk implications of lead, cadmium, zinc, and nickel for consumers of food items in Migori Gold mines, Kenya @article{Ngure2020HealthRI, title={Health risk implications of lead, cadmium, zinc, and nickel for consumers of food items in Migori Gold mines, Kenya}, author={Veronica Ngure and Geoffrey …
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This study aimed at assessing human and environmental health risks associated with mine pollution in Kedougou region of South Eastern Senegal and Kakamega region in …
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Cadmium, a soft, malleable, ductile, bluish-white metal, was discovered in Germany in 1817, and Germany remained the only important producer for 100 years. Currently, a large percentage of global cadmium metal production takes place in Asia. Cadmium is generally recovered as a byproduct from zinc concentrates.
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The laboratory analysis results showed that the samples from both artisanal gold mining sites contained several heavy metals which included Chromium, Cadmium, and Lead.
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Gold Mining to agriculture, water and residential areas in kedouguo, Eastern Senegal and Kakamega, western Kenya. Total elemental concentration for the Kakamega ASGM results for …
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Most cadmium is released from human activities such as mining and smelting of sulfide ores, fuel combustion, and application of phosphate fertilizers or sewage sludge (USPHS 1993). For example, one estimate indicated over 300,000 kg of cadmium was released to the environment from human activities in 1988 (USPHS 1993).
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The laboratory analysis results showed that the samples from both artisanal gold mining sites contained several heavy metals which included Chromium, Cadmium, and Lead. Overall, the mining sites in Nandi County had the following concentration of Cr, 0.4195 ppm, Cd, 0.2470 ppm, and Pb, 0.6300 ppm, while the mining sites in West Pokot county had ...
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of the new mining act in Kenya, Mining Act N o. 12 of 2016 (section 98, subsections 2 and 3) f ormalised and legalised ASGM activities countrywide, allowing
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Increased industrialization, agrochemicals, polluted irrigation water and atmospheric deposition are foremost sources of toxic metals accumulation in proximate agricultural soil. In Kenya, prolonged mono-cropping and farm amendments enhance cadmium and lead accretion in the environment. Hence, understanding anthropogenic activities in the …
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This paper reports on the concentration levels of lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), zinc (Zn) and nickel (Ni) in soil and water in the Migori gold mining area of Kenya.
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Kenya has a vibrant limestone mining and cement manufacturing industry, with players such as Bamburi Cement, Athi River Mining and East African Portland. Until recently, the country was producing about 150,000 tons per year of …
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Cadmium is a by-product of mining. Cadmium is an IARC 1 carcinogen, mainly associated with lung cancer, but also with cancer of the kidney and the ... et al. Environmental assessment and blood lead levels of children in Owino Uhuru and Bangladesh settlements in Kenya. J Heal Pollut. 2018;8:180605. doi: 10.5696/2156-9614-8.18.180605. ...
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Many industrial wastewaters contain dissolved metals as a result of materials and chemicals used in the manufacturing processes. In response to concerns for the overall health of the environment, regulatory bodies across the world continue to decrease the allowed discharge limits for many regulated contaminants such as mercury, lead, cadmium, nickel, zinc, copper, chromium, …
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Bull Environ Contam Toxicol DOI 10.1007/s00128-011-0332-x Energy Dispersive X-ray Fluorescence Analysis of Mine Waters from the Migori Gold Mining Belt in Southern Nyanza, Kenya O. B. Odumo • A. O. Mustapha • J. P. Patel H. K. …
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Evaluation of lead and cadmium in cigarettes showed that cigarette tobacco contains high levels of these metals. The lead levels ranged from 6.52-8.82 ugg -1 and cadmium levels from 0.84 …
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Mining activities such as excavation, crushing and milling, which are used in ASGM, may result in the increased liberation of these toxic metals. ... Obiri S, Yeboah PO, Osae S, Adu-Kumi S. Levels of arsenic, mercury, cadmium, copper, lead, zinc and manganese in serum and whole blood of resident adults from mining and non-mining communities in ...
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The Kenyan constitution 2010 Kenyan Vision 2030 Mining Act 2016 Pohl W. and Horkel, A (1980) Notes on the Geology and Mineral Resources of the Mtito Andei-Taita Area (Southern Kenya), Kenya Austria Mineral Exploration Project Albert K. Mensah, Ishmail O. Mahiri, Obed Owusu, Okoree D. Mireku, Ishmael Wireko, Evans A. Kissi Environmental Impacts ...
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Kenya formally confirmed the discovery of oil and various minerals in April 2013, launching itself as a new player in Africa's rapidly expanding extractive sector. This review paper highlights the mining status in Kenya and the role of hydrometallurgical and flotation processes in the recovery of deficit metals from ores and mine wastes.
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This review paper highlights the mining status in Kenya and the role of hydrometallurgical and flotation processes in the recovery of deficit metals from ores and mine wastes.
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The promulgation of the new mining act in Kenya, Mining Act No. 12 of 2016 (section 98, subsections 2 and 3) formalised and legalised ASGM activities countrywide, allowing for licensing and putting in place a framework for best practices in a sector that was largely considered illegal and informal (Fritz et al., 2018; GoK, 2016).
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Kenya is home to an array of valuable minerals buried beneath its rich soils, ranging from gold and titanium to manganese and limestone. Despite its significant potential, much of the country's mineral wealth remains untapped due to data gaps and limited exploration. As more companies invest in the mining sector, Kenya is steadily uncovering its
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Commercial production of cadmium ore depends on the mining of zinc (ATSDR 1999). Cadmium is commercially available as an oxide, chloride, or sulfide. Cadmium metal (Cd 2+ ) refined from the ore is a silver-white, blue-tinged lustrous heavy metal solid at room temperature (National Toxicology Program [NTP] 2004).
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Levels of Mercury (Hg), Lead (Pb), Cadmium (Cd), Chromium (Cr), Nickel (Ni) & Thallium (Tl) were established in wastewater & soil samples obtained from 8 sites in open drainage channels at Nairobi ...
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Cadmium Mining In The United States Overview 134K Total Mines; Table 51 Total Mines; Browse 134,153 mining USGS records in the united states. Most records highlight mining opportunities and activity in Alaska, Arizona, and California. Quick Facts. ...
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As more companies invest in the mining sector, Kenya is steadily uncovering its underground treasures. This article highlights the biggest mining companies operating in Kenya, detailing the minerals they extract and their …
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Mining is regarded as one of the major economic activities with the ability to contribute to economic development. However, governments, the general public, stakeholder organizations and individuals have been concerned about the environmental and health implications of mining on surrounding communities. This paper investigated the environmental …
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Mining plays a vital role in Kenya's economy, contributing significantly to employment, infrastructure development, and foreign exchange earnings. With its rich mineral deposits and growing investment opportunities, Kenya is positioning itself as a key player in the mining sector in Africa.This article explores the current status of mining in Kenya and …
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OF LEVELS OF MERCURY; CADMIUM AND LEAD IN FISH; WATER; SEDIMENTS; SOIL AND PLANTS FROM NAIVASHA AREA; KENYA BY WWIVERSTTY OF NATROU CHIROMO LIBRAJLV PETER GITITA MUIGAI (B.Sc. (Hons)) A Thesis submitted in partial fulfilment for the Degree of MASTER OF SCIENCE in the University of July 1992 Na i rob i ...
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