DDT Contamination in South Africa

DDT contamination in South Africa.

This activity outlines the extent of DDT usage and contamination in South Africa, focusing primarily on the effect of its continued usage as a malaria vector control tool after it was reintroduced into the country during a localized malaria epidemic in 2000. The report explores areas such as DDT-contaminated sites, the South African government's position on DDT, DDT and international commitments, health and DDT, chemical characterization, as well as alternatives and recommendations for DDT use.

Outputs:
Report: DDT contamination in South Africa