Toxic waste dumping in the Global South as a form of environmental racism: Evidence from the Gulf of Guinea

Toxic waste is chemical compounds that, when ingested or inhaled, can cause physiological impairment and, in extreme cases, death. It is also known for its detrimental effect on the environment when disposed of in an unsafe manner. Yet, countries in the Gulf of Guinea continue to be targeted by West...

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Published in:	African studies (Johannesburg) Vol. 79; no. 3; pp. 285 - 304
Main Authors:	Okafor-Yarwood, Ifesinachi, Adewumi, Ibukun Jacob
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	Abingdon Routledge 02.07.2020 Taylor & Francis Ltd
Subjects:	Africa Anatomical systems Bamako Convention Basel Convention Change agents Conventions Developed countries Dumping e-waste Electronic waste Environmental cleanup Environmental impact Environmental justice Hazardous wastes Health services Human rights Metals Racism Recycling Unsafe Violations Youth Gulf of Guinea
ISSN:	0002-0184, 1469-2872
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