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DR. WILLIS GWENZI

Lecturer
DR. WILLIS GWENZI
PhD Environmental Systems Engineering(University of Western Australia), Msc in Water Resources Engineering and Management(UZ), BSc Soil Science(hons)UZ
Email: wgwenzi @yahoo.co.uk
Telephone: 0736 175 748

Specialization: Environmental systems engineering, restoration ecology, ecohydrology, hydrology, soil physics

Publications:

  1. Turnbull, L., Wilcox, B., Belnap, J., Ravi, S., D’Odorico, P., Childers, D., Gwenzi, W., Okin, G., Wainwright, J., Caylor, K., and T. Sankey. (2012). Understanding the role of ecohydrological feedbacks in ecosystem-state change in drylands. Ecohydrology, 5: 174-183 DOI: 10.1002/eco.265. †1.835
  2. Gwenzi, W., E.J. Veneklaas., T.M. Bleby., I.A.M. Yunusa and C. Hinz. (2012). Transpiration and plant water relations of evergreen woody vegetation on a recently constructed artificial ecosystem under seasonally dry conditions in Western Australia.Hydrological Processes, 26(21): 3281-3292. DOI: 10.1002/hyp.8330. †2.08
  3. Gwenzi, W., Hinz, C., Holmes K., I.R. Philips and I.J. Mullins. (2011).Field-scale spatial variability of saturated hydraulic conductivity on a recently constructed artificial ecosystem.Geoderma, 166 (1): 43-56. DOI: 10.1016/j.geoderma.2011.06.010.†3.069
  4. Gwenzi, W., E. Veneklaas., K. Holmes., T.M. Bleby, I.R. Phillips and C. Hinz.(2011). Spatial analysis of root distribution on a recently constructed ecosystem in a water-limited environment.Plant and Soil, 344(1-2): 255-272. DOI: 10.1007/s11104-011-0744-8. Republished in a Special Issue Soil-plant-microbe interactions from microscopy to field practice348 (1-2): 471-489 recognizing the scientific contributions of Prof. Alan Robson, Vice Chancellor, University of Western Australia (2004-2011).†3.020.
  5. Gwenzi, W., Gotosa, J., Chakanetsa, S. and Mutema, Z. 2009. Effects of tillage systems on soil organic carbon dynamics, structural stability and crop yields in irrigated wheat (Triticumaestivum L.)-cotton (Gossypiumhirsutum L.) rotation in semi-arid Zimbabwe.Nutrient Cycling in Agroecosystems, 83: 211-221. †1.957
  6. Gwenzi, W., R. Munondo. 2008. Long-term impacts of pasture irrigation with treated sewage effluent on nutrient status of a sandy soil. Nutrient Cycling in Agroecosystems, 82:197–207. †1.957
  7. Gwenzi, W., R. Munondo.2008. Long-term impacts of pasture irrigation with treated sewage effluent on shallow groundwater quality. Water Science & Technology, 58(12): 2443-2452. †1.240
  8. Gwenzi, W., Taru, M. Gotosa, J. and Mutema, Z. 2008. Effects of tillage systems and maize genotype on rainfed maize production in a semi-arid region in Zimbabwe.African Journal of Agricultural Research, 3(2): 101-110.
  9. Gwenzi, W., C. Hinz., I.R. Phillips. I.J. Mullins. 2009. Spatial variability of hydraulic properties on a rehabilitated bauxite residue disposal area in Western Australia. In: Fourie, A. B and M. Tibbett (Eds). Mine Closure 2009, Australian Centre for Geomechanics, Perth, ISBN 978-0-9804185-9-0. p 505-513.
  10. Gwenzi, W., E.J. Veneklaas., I. Phillips., TM. Bleby and C. Hinz. 2009. Spatial distribution of fine roots on a rehabilitated bauxite residue disposal area in Western Australia. In: Fourie, A. B and M. Tibbett (Eds.). Mine Closure 2009, Australian Centre for Geomechanics, Perth, ISBN 978-0- 9804185-9-0. p 317-327.
  11. Hinz, C., Gwenzi, W., McGrath, G.S., Veneklaas E.J. and C. Scanlan. 2009. Soil-vegetation feedbacks as a driver for early ecosystems development in the context of mine site rehabilitation.In: Fourie, A. B and M.Tibbett (Eds.). Mine Closure 2009, Australian Centre for Geomechanics, Perth, ISBN 978-0-9804185-9-0. p 431-438.
  12. Hranova, R. &Gwenzi, W. 2006. Irrigation with ponds effluent - impacts on soil and groundwater(Chapter 10). In: Hranova, R. (Ed.). Diffuse pollution of water resources: Principles and case studies in the southern African region. Taylor & Francis/Balkema, London.ISBN 0415383919.p 199-222.
  13. Hussein, J., Motsi, K., Vincent, L.F., Gwenzi, W., Verbeek, K. 2000. Water quality in some intensive land use systems: Part 1: SekeDambo. In: E. Manzungu (ed), Smallholder irrigation at crossroads: A dialogue on future prospects of smallholder irrigation in Zimbabwe: Proceedings of the University of Zimbabwe/Zimwesi Workshop, Harare, 18-20 July 2000. ISBN 0-7974-2170-X. p 35 - 36.

Dr Farai Mapanda

Chairperson

Dr. Farai MAPANDA,
Chairperson, Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Engineering, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Zimbabwe
Mobile Number: +263-772-573177 or +263-773-248185
Office Number: +263-4-303211 ext. 15530
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SKILLS SUMMARY
Environmental scientist with considerable experience in: (a) pollution and waste management; (b) soil-atmosphere interface exchange of primary greenhouse gases and greenhouse gas inventories in agricultural sector; and (c) integrated soil fertility management and nutrients budgeting.

QUALIFICATIONS
Doctor of Philosophy, UZ (2011); Master of Philosophy, UZ (2004); Bachelor of Science Honours in Agriculture (Soil Science), UZ (2000)
⊣⊢DPhil Thesis: Greenhouse gas exchange on arable land and its response to land management strategies in Zimbabwe
⊣⊢MPhil Thesis: Environmental effects of wastewater quality and management on soil and horticultural production in Harare

PUBLICATIONS

Journal Articles

  1. Mapanda, F., Nyamadzawo, G., Nyamangara, J. and Wuta, M. (2007) Effects of discharging acid-mine drainage into evaporation ponds lined with clay on chemical quality of the surrounding soil and water. Physics and Chemistry of the Earth, 32, 1366–1375.
  2. Mapanda, F., Wuta, M., Nyamangara, J. and Rees, R.M. (2012) Nitrogen leaching and indirect nitrous oxide emissions from fertilized croplands in Zimbabwe. Nutrient Cycling in Agroecosyst., 94, 85–96.
  3. Mapanda, F., Mangwayana, E.N., Nyamangara, J. and Giller, K.E. (2007) Uptake of heavy metals by vegetables irrigated using wastewater and the subsequent risks in Harare. Physics and Chemistry of the Earth, 32, 1399–1405.
  4. Mapanda, F., Wuta, M., Nyamangara, J. and Rees, R.M. (2011) Effects of organic and mineral fertilizer nitrogen on greenhouse gas emissions and plant-captured carbon under maize cropping in Zimbabwe. Plant and Soil, 343, 67–81.
  5. Mapanda, F. and Mavengahama, S. (2011) Assessment of selected soil nutrients and irrigation water quality in the dryland area of Chivi District. Scientific Research and Essays, 6, 2918–2927.
  6. Mapanda, F., Mupini, J., Wuta, M., Nyamangara, J.and Rees, R.M. (2010) A cross-ecosystem assessment of the effects of land-cover and utilization on soil emission of selected greenhouse gases and related soil properties in Zimbabwe. European Journal of Soil Science, 61, 721–733.
  7. Mapanda, F., Munotengwa, S., Wuta, M., Nyamugafata, P. and Nyamangara, J. (2013) Short-term responses of selected soil properties to clearing and cropping of miombo woodlands in central Zimbabwe. Soil and Tillage Research, 129, 75-82.
  8. Mapanda, F., Wuta, M., Nyamangara, J., Rees, R.M. and Kitzler, B. (2012) Greenhouse gas emissions from savanna (miombo) woodlands: responses to clearing and cropping. African Crop Science Journal, 20, 331–346.
  9. Mapanda, F., Mangwayana, E.N., Nyamangara, J. and Giller, K.E. (2005) The effect of long term irrigation using wastewater on heavy metal contents of soils under vegetables in Harare, Zimbabwe. Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment, 107, 151–165.

10.Mavengahama, S. and Mapanda, F. (2012) Assessment of the nutrient status of soil amendments from selected wards of Chivi District, Zimbabwe. African Journal of Agricultural Res., 31, 4362–4367

  1. Tauro, T.P., Mapanda, F., Mtombeni, G., Shumba, A. and Dhliwayo, D.K.C. (2011) Soil Acidity: Is It a Problem in Large Scale Commercial Farms in Zimbabwe? Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology, 5, 168–174.
  2. Nyamadzawo, G., Mapanda, F., Nyamugafata, P., Wuta, M. and Nyamangara, J. (2007) Short-term impact of sulphate mine dump rehabilitation on the quality of surrounding groundwater and river water in Mazowe District, Zimbabwe. Physics and Chemistry of the Earth, 32, 1376–1383.
  3. Nyamadzawo, G., Chirinda, N., Mapanda, F., Nyamangara, J., Wuta, M., Nyamugafata P. and Olesen J.E. (2012) Land-use and land-use change effects on nitrous oxide emissions in the seasonally dry ecosystems of Zimbabwe: a review. African Crop Science Journal, 20, 551–562.
  4. Rees, R.M., Augustin, J., Alberti, G., Ball, B.C., Boeckx, P., Cantarel, A., Castaldi, S., Chirinda, N., Chojnicki, B., Giebels, M., Gordon, H., Grosz, B., Horvath, L., Juszczak, R., Klemedtsson, A.K., Klemedtsson, L., Medinets, S., Machon, A., Mapanda, F., Nyamangara, J., Olesen, J.E., Reay, D.S., Sanchez, L., Sanz Cobena, A. Smith, K.A., Sowerby, A., Sommer, M., Soussana, J.F., Stenberg, M., Topp, C.F.E., van Cleemput, O., Vallejo, A. Watson, C.A. and Wuta, M. (2013) Nitrous oxide emissions from European agriculture – an analysis of variability and drivers of emissions from field experiments. Biogeosciences, 10, 2671–2682.
  5. Tumbure, A., Wuta, M. and Mapanda, F. (2013) Preliminary evaluation of the effectiveness of Rhizobium leguminosarum bv. viceae strains in nodulating hairy vetch (Vicia villosa Roth) in the sandy soils of Zimbabwe. South African Journal of Plant and Soil, 30, 233–239.
  6. Nyamadzawo, G., Shi, Y., Chirinda, N., Olesen, J.E., Mapanda, F. Wuta, M. Wu, W., Meng, F.,Oelofse, M., de Neergaard, A. and Smith, J. (2014). Combining organic and inorganic nitrogen fertilisation reduces N2O emissions from cereal crops: a comparative analysis of China and Zimbabwe. Mitig Adapt Strateg Glob Change, 22 (2), 233–245.
  7. Mudhiriza, T., Mapanda, F., Mvumi, B.M. and Wuta, M. (2015). Removal of nutrient and heavy metal loads from sewage effluent using vetiver grass, Chrysopogon zizanioides (L.) Roberty. Water SA, 41 (2), 457–463.
  8. Gwenzi, W., Muzava, M., Mapanda, F., Tauro, T.P. (2015).Comparative short-term effects of sewage sludge and biochar on soil chemical properties, maize growth and uptake of nutrients and heavy metals on a tropical clay soil. Journal of Integrative Agriculture, 15 (6), 1395-1406.
  9. Svinurai, W., Mapanda, F., Sithole, D., Moyo, E.N., Ndidzano, K., Tsiga, A. and Zhakata, W. 2018. Enteric methane emissions and their response to agro-ecological and livestock production systems dynamics in Zimbabwe. Science of the Total Environment, 616–617, 710–719.

Book Chapters 

  1. Nyamadzawo, G., Mapanda, F., Wuta, M., Nyamangara, J., Nyamugafata, P. and Jiri. Z. 2011. Water Quality Monitoring of Yellow Jacket River, Mazowe, Zimbabwe: A Review. In: Alicia C. Ortiz and Nancy B. Griffin (eds). Pollution Monitoring. Nova Science Publishers, New York. pp. 245-254. ISBN: 978-1-61209-397-0
  2. Nkomo, G.V., Mapanda, F., Chiteka, A.Z. and Mutezo, W.T. (2013) Short-term effects of seed-dressing with associative-nitrogen-fixing bacteria on the establishment and early growth of maize in Zimbabwe. Natural Resources, Agricultural Development and Food Security Network, Italy. ISBN 978-88-96189-12-2.
  3. Nkomo, G.V., Mapanda, F., Chiteka, A.Z. and Mutezo, W.T. (2013) Short-term effects of seed-dressing with associative-nitrogen-fixing bacteria on flowering, silking and yield of maize in Zimbabwe. Natural Resources, Agricultural Development and Food Security Network, Italy. ISBN 978-88-96189-14-6
  4. Tumbure, A., Wuta, M. and Mapanda, F. (2010) An evaluation of the effect of hairy vetch (Vicia villosa Roth) on soil fertility of sandy soils in central Zimbabwe. In: Adipala, E., Tusiime, G. and Majaliwa, J.G.M. (Eds), Capacity building for food security in Africa. 2nd RUFORUM Biennial Conference, 10-24 Sep. 2010, Entebbe, CABI., pp 179-184 ISBN 1993: 8462
  5. Chinamo, D., Wuta, M., Mapanda, F. and Nyamadzawo, G. (2010) Potential of hairy vetch (Vicia villosa Roth) to improve soil physical properties of sandy soils in central Zimbabwe. In: Adipala, E., Tusiime, G. and Majaliwa, J.G.M. (Eds), Capacity building for food security in Africa. 2nd RUFORUM Biennial Conference, 10-24 Sep. 2010, Entebbe, CABI., pp 167-172 ISBN 1993: 8462

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