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The fishing industry in Malawi is crucial to both its people and its economy. For many individuals, it is a source of affordable proteins, forex, and jobs. Notwithstanding the advantages …

Contamination of groundwater is a widespread issue around the globe and the water quality is highly dependent on the geology as well as anthropogenic interventions in the area (Hellens, 2013). …

This study investigates the geochemical characteristics of perthitic syenites and perthite gneiss from the Thyolo mountain in southern Malawi to understand petrogenesis and geological history. Field observations, petrographic analysis, geochemical …

The petrophysical calculations are crucial step in determination of properties of reservoir rock since it helps in petroleum exploration. It facilitates key decision on whether further stages of exploration can …

The geochemical assessment of potential petroleum source rock is very crucial step in petroleum exploration, since it helps to determine the potential petroleum accumulation in different areas. It facilitate key …

Malawi faces dual challenges of energy shortages and plastic waste pollution. This study investigated the feasibility of converting plastic waste into usable fuel via pyrolysis to simultaneously address both issues. …

An essential first stage in the exploration and exploitation of hydrocarbons is the assessment of natural gas source rock, which provides insight into the origins and methods of hydrocarbon discovery. …

The aim of this study was to assess the potential of coal at Mchenga coal mine for coal-bed methane generation. This was carried out by using proximate data that included …

Production sharing contract (PSC) is an arrangement used in the upstream sector for the exploration and development of petroleum resources. Several oil producing countries, particularly the developing ones have adopted …

One of the essential steps in hydrocarbon exploration and exploitation is to understand the source rock evolution and the related petroleum system. Understanding how and where hydrocarbons were originated, help …

The Lower Shire Basin of Malawi is a region with a significant potential for petroleum resources, however, the exact extent and location of these resources are not well understood. This …

The assessment of a petroleum system is a crucial step in petroleum exploration, since it helps to determine the petroleum potential of an area. It facilitates key decision on whether …