International Journal of Science, Technology and Society

Volume 2, Issue 1, January 2014

  • Practices and Perceptions of Biosand Filter Users in Treating Drinking Water in a Rural District of Zimbabwe

    KANDA Artwell, GOTOSA Jephita, MASAMHA Blessing, NYAMADZAWO George, MISI Shepherd Norman

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 1, January 2014
    Pages: 1-5
    Received: 15 December 2013
    Published: 10 January 2014
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    Abstract: A field survey was conducted in Bindura district of Zimbabwe in January 2012 to evaluate the perceptions and practices of rural households on biosand filters after two years of use. A questionnaire was administered to 33 sampled households during an unannounced visit to solicit information on demography, use of biosand filters and safe water storag... Show More
  • The Prospects and Challenges of Cassava Inclusion in Wheat Bread Policy in Nigeria

    Elijah Ige Ohimain

    Issue: Volume 2, Issue 1, January 2014
    Pages: 6-17
    Received: 24 January 2014
    Published: 20 February 2014
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    Abstract: Nigeria is a large country of nearly one million square kilometers. The population of the country is rapidly increasing, reaching 167 million in 2012. Due to urbanization and changes in lifestyle, bread is increasingly being consumed in the country. Wheat performs poorly under Nigerian climate; hence the country spends huge foreign exchange for the... Show More