African Journal of
Environmental Science and Technology

  • Abbreviation: Afr. J. Environ. Sci. Technol.
  • Language: English
  • ISSN: 1996-0786
  • DOI: 10.5897/AJEST
  • Start Year: 2007
  • Published Articles: 1126

Full Length Research Paper

An analytical assessment of brick moulding processes and its impact on local ecosystems, biodiversity, environment and human health in a rural Zimbabwean village

Chipfakacha Vitalis Goodwell
  • Chipfakacha Vitalis Goodwell
  • School of Sciences and Technology Health Systems, Botswana Open University, Gaborone, Botswana.
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  •  Received: 21 April 2022
  •  Accepted: 19 August 2022
  •  Published: 30 November 2022

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