Community perception of heavy metal pollution and related risks in Lake Victoria Wetlands, Uganda
Asiyo Ssanyu Grace,
Kiwanuka Marvious,
Lunkuse Irene
et al.
Abstract:Wetlands contributing a wide range of livelihoods to the riparian communities are progressively challenged with compounding heavy metals pollution. Controlling the negative impacts of the associated toxicants and adherence to policy implementation requires increased awareness among the local communities. This study investigated the socio-economic variables determining community risk perception of heavy metal pollution in the Lake Victoria wetlands associated with different land uses. A cross-sectional survey w… Show more
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