@misc{MensahIbrahim, author = {Mensah, Henry and Ibrahim, Bachar}, title = {Alternate Solutions Towards Sustainable Irrigated Agriculture in Ghana: Review of Literature}, series = {Journal of Agriculture and Sustainability}, volume = {10}, journal = {Journal of Agriculture and Sustainability}, number = {1}, issn = {2201-4357}, pages = {53 -- 79}, language = {en} } @misc{MensahIbrahim, author = {Mensah, Henry and Ibrahim, Bachar}, title = {Perceptions of Male and Female in Collaborative Process at Weija Irrigation Scheme of Ghana}, series = {Journal of Advanced Agricultural Technologies}, volume = {5}, journal = {Journal of Advanced Agricultural Technologies}, number = {2}, issn = {2301-3737}, pages = {159 -- 165}, language = {en} } @misc{MensahIbrahim, author = {Mensah, Henry and Ibrahim, Bachar}, title = {Alternate Solutions Towards Sustainable Irrigated Agriculture in Ghana: Review of Literature}, series = {Journal of Agriculture and Sustainability}, volume = {10}, journal = {Journal of Agriculture and Sustainability}, number = {1}, issn = {2201-4357}, pages = {27}, abstract = {Irrigated agriculture management is still not effective in Ghana. The growing recognition of irrigation problems and its impact on the economy and environment have prompted the government of Ghana to implement plans and strategies to encourage new developments and technologies to promote sustainable irrigated agriculture. The study aims at identifying sustainable ways in promoting irrigated agriculture in Ghana. literature search and thematic analysis of the literature were used and the themes identified provide the basis for the study. The results were that sustainability can be achieved if there is effective WUA management, strong irrigation facility, effective farmers training, improving extension capacity to deliver, sustainable irrigation techniques and effective collaboration. In conclusion, irrigation sectors should take full advantage of abundant water resource in Ghana and ensure that irrigation is handled in a way that protects the environment for the present generation without compromising the benefits of the future generations.}, language = {en} } @misc{IbrahimMensah, author = {Ibrahim, Bachar and Mensah, Henry}, title = {Linking Environmental Water Scarcity and Options for Adaptation in the MENA Region}, series = {Journal of Water Resource and Protection}, volume = {9}, journal = {Journal of Water Resource and Protection}, number = {4}, issn = {1945- 3108}, doi = {10.4236/jwarp.2017.94025}, pages = {378 -- 392}, abstract = {Contamination of surface and underground water by sea level rise, surface runoff, and land use activities such as industrial and agricultural activities can lead to water scarcity. Water could be available and accessible but not suitable for human use. In the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region countries, the agriculture sector depends massively on water for farming activities, which consumes about 80\% of the available water resources. In this context, the issue of environmental water scarcity is under highlighted, though the use of this term itself is still lacking in an international context (FAO). Meanwhile, the international goal of universal access to clean freshwater is included in global development targets (SDGs). This study provides some insights and deepens our understanding on environmental water scarcity, particularly MEN-A region countries. This review paper begins with an introduction to water scarcity and continues with a discussion of environmental issues associated with water scarcity in MENA region countries. Finally, we suggest some adaptive measures in two distinct areas such as agriculture sectors and policy makers and conclude that the lack of implementation of this particular term is hindering sustainable development in MENA region countries.}, language = {en} } @misc{StabenauZehnsdorfRoenickeetal., author = {Stabenau, Nele and Zehnsdorf, Andreas and R{\"o}nicke, Helmut and Wedwitschka, Harald and M{\"o}ller, Lucie and Ibrahim, Bachar and Stinner, Walter}, title = {A potential phosphorous fertilizer for organic farming: recovery of phosphorous resources in the course of bioenergy production through anaerobic digestion of aquatic macrophytes}, series = {Energy, Sustainability and Society}, volume = {8}, journal = {Energy, Sustainability and Society}, issn = {2192-0567}, doi = {10.1186/s13705-018-0155-2}, pages = {10}, abstract = {Background: A major problem with farming systems is the deficiencies in phosphorus (P) due to fixation in soils, erosion and run-off, and exports of herbal and animal products. P resources for the compensation of these losses will sooner or later be depleted. For this reason, innovative ideas for phosphorus recycling are highly relevant. The P excess from farming systems mostly ends up in surface waters, leads to eutrophication, and promotes the growth of aquatic plants. Particularly invasive neophytes such as western waterweed (Elodea nuttallii) can rapidly generate high levels of biomass in waters with good nutrient supply and bind relevant amounts of phosphorus. Methods: In the renatured open-pit mine Goitzsche (Saxony-Anhalt, Germany), biomass from E. nuttallii was harvested (2005-2008) and the biomass dry matter and the P concentration were determined. The phosphorus recovery potential from this plant biomass was calculated by extrapolation based on the phosphorus analyses and the area potentially populated by E. nuttallii. One analysis of E. nuttallii was conducted to evaluate the content of potentially toxic elements (PTEs). Results: The results showed that with 0.5 to 6.3 kg P/Mg of total solid (dry matter), E. nuttallii could have a high potential to recycle phosphorus, e.g., by anaerobic digestion and digestate fertilization. Lake Goitzsche offered an annual recovery potential from 0.5 to 1.7 Mg phosphorus in the investigation period. This could meet the needs of 114-ha organic farming land based on a 7 kg/(ha*year) regional phosphorus deficit. The digestate of E. nuttallii is very well suited as a fertilizer due to its high phosphorus concentration. The concentrations of PTEs in the current digestate (related to an individual case) are sufficient for legal admission in Germany. In this study, nickel was above the threshold values for Germany. The elevated nickel levels in the Elodea biomass correspond to the geogenic high nickel concentrations in the sediment of this lake. Conclusions: Aquatic macrophytes have a significant potential for recovering phosphorus from waters and sediments of relevant phosphorus concentrations. Further studies of surface water zones, particularly with regard to the aquatic plant biomass and phosphorus concentration of sediments, are needed to assess future exploration.}, language = {en} } @misc{OjoMensahAlbrechtetal., author = {Ojo, Sola and Mensah, Henry and Albrecht, Eike and Ibrahim, Bachar}, title = {Adaptation to Climate Change Effects on Water Resources: Understanding Institutional Barriers in Nigeria}, series = {Climate}, volume = {8}, journal = {Climate}, number = {11}, issn = {2225-1154}, doi = {10.3390/cli8110134}, pages = {14}, language = {en} } @misc{IbrahimYakoub, author = {Ibrahim, Bachar and Yakoub, Abdallah}, title = {Using CROPWAT model in scheduling irrigation and determining water use of cotton in two areas in Syria}, series = {Arab Gulf Journal of Scientific Research}, volume = {27}, journal = {Arab Gulf Journal of Scientific Research}, number = {1/2}, issn = {1015-4442}, pages = {70 -- 77}, language = {en} } @misc{IbrahimYakoubAbuWatfahetal., author = {Ibrahim, Bachar and Yakoub, Abdallah and Abu Watfah, Sade and Haddad, M.}, title = {Effect of 15 Year Application of Municipal Solid Waste Composts on The Heavy Metals Accumulation in Soil}, series = {The Arab Journal for Arid Environments}, volume = {10}, journal = {The Arab Journal for Arid Environments}, number = {1-2}, issn = {2305-5243}, pages = {37 -- 44}, language = {en} } @incollection{IbrahimMatemilolaTakunjuh, author = {Ibrahim, Bachar and Matemilola, Saheed and Takunjuh, Azaufa}, title = {Climate Migration and Migration Management}, series = {Transposition of the Acquis Communautaire: Environment and Migration}, booktitle = {Transposition of the Acquis Communautaire: Environment and Migration}, editor = {Albrecht, Eike and Palekhov, Dmitry and Kramm, Steven and Mileski, Toni}, publisher = {Verlag Dr. Kovač}, address = {Hamburg}, isbn = {978-3-339-11536-2}, pages = {143 -- 158}, language = {en} } @misc{IbrahimMensah, author = {Ibrahim, Bachar and Mensah, Henry}, title = {Rethinking climate migration in sub-Saharan Africa from the perspective of tripartite drivers of climate change}, series = {SN social sciences}, journal = {SN social sciences}, number = {2}, issn = {2662-9283}, doi = {10.1007/s43545-022-00383-y}, pages = {1 -- 24}, language = {en} } @misc{OjoAsamoahAlbrechtetal., author = {Ojo, Sola and Asamoah, Solomon and Albrecht, Eike and Ibrahim, Bachar}, title = {Integrating sustainable development and disaster mitigation into climate policies to support water security in Africa}, series = {Earth}, volume = {6}, journal = {Earth}, number = {2}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, issn = {2673-4834}, doi = {10.3390/earth6020057}, pages = {1 -- 19}, abstract = {Africa's water security is inextricable from the recent patterns of climate variability. Effective formulation and implementation of climate policies require efficient integration of disaster mitigation and sustainable development to eliminate maladaptation and enhance water security. However, practical implementation is still lacking in many African countries. This study aims to examine practical measures and strategies for the integration of sustainable development and disaster mitigation into climate policies to enhance water security in Africa. A systematic bibliometric and thematic analysis was conducted using 95 peer-reviewed articles within the period 2010 to 2025 from the Scopus database. Software and frameworks such as VOSviewer and the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews (PRISMA) were employed to analyze publication trends, co-authorship networks, keyword co-occurrence, and themes. The study revealed current research themes such as nature-based solutions for water security, climate-resilient infrastructure and technologies, and practical measures, such as eco-based adaptation and water energy food nexus, as some components of climate policy integration that can enhance water security in Africa. The study offers key policy recommendations for policymakers in the implementation of integrated climate policies adequate and effective enough to deal with water security issues in Africa.}, language = {en} } @misc{OjoAlbrechtIgbojietal., author = {Ojo, Sola and Albrecht, Eike and Igboji, Collins and Ibrahim, Bachar and Enoguanbor, Evidence}, title = {Potentials of water-energy-food security nexus approach as an option for implementation of climate change policies : a perspective for Nigeria}, series = {African journal of climate change and resource sustainability}, volume = {4}, journal = {African journal of climate change and resource sustainability}, number = {2}, publisher = {East African Nature and Science Organization}, address = {Nairobi, Kenya}, issn = {2790-962X}, doi = {10.37284/ajccrs.4.2.3639}, pages = {150 -- 170}, abstract = {The increasing demand for essential resources such as water, energy, and food, driven by rapid population growth, urban expansion, and industrialisation, poses a significant challenge for developing countries, which is further exacerbated by climate change. Implementation of climate change policies, therefore, requires adequate consideration of the interconnection between water, energy, and food executed on synergies and managing tradeoffs, which most often is lacking in some developing countries like Nigeria. This paper assesses the relevance of the water-energy-food (WEF) nexus approach and highlights its role in formulating sustainable climate policies. In this review, a narrative and exploratory approach was carried out through a literature search from international databases such as Google Scholar and Scopus to capture the full range of perspectives between the years 2002 and 2025 that have contributed to the emergence of the WEF nexus approach in formulating sustainable climate policies. Enhanced resource efficiency, improved resilience to climate change, reduced environmental degradation and innovation and technology development are some of the benefits of the WEF nexus approach. Given the intricate interconnections among these resources, integrating the WEF nexus into policymaking is essential for ensuring long-term resource security and sustainability. This approach fosters a comprehensive and strategic framework for embedding water, energy, and food considerations into climate governance}, language = {en} } @misc{AlMaskariIbrahim, author = {Al-Maskari, Sultan and Ibrahim, Bachar}, title = {Integrated water-energy-food system for rural climate adaptation : the Green Village Model in Oman}, series = {Climate}, volume = {13}, journal = {Climate}, number = {9}, publisher = {MDPI}, address = {Basel}, issn = {2225-1154}, doi = {10.3390/cli13090195}, pages = {1 -- 17}, abstract = {Rural communities in arid regions face linked challenges of water scarcity, energy insecurity, and climate stress. This study develops a pilot-scale "Green Village" model for Dar Al-Sawda, Oman, integrating agrivoltaic solar generation with natural wastewater treatment and agroforestry to enhance resilience. We used a mixed-methods design: semi-structured interviews with residents and experts informed the system requirements, and PVsyst simulations and field monitoring quantified expected performance. The integrated design comprises two 15 m3 ReedBox® natural wastewater treatment units and a 75 kWp agrivoltaic array above olive orchards. The treatment system processes 26 m3 day-1 for irrigation reuse, while the solar plant is estimated to generate 147,700 kWh per year. Performance ratio (PR) results are reported explicitly: monthly PR simulated for 2024 ranged from 0.70 to 0.81 (mean 0.77), while the annual PR estimated by PVsyst under a clean-panel case was 0.85 (85\%). The modeled energy supply covers the treatment units and essential community loads, reducing diesel use and reliance on trucked water. For approximately 120 residents, the Green Village concept improves water security, clean energy access, and local food production, helping to counter rural out-migration. The results demonstrate the feasibility and advantages of an integrated water-energy-food approach and offer a scalable blueprint for sustainable development in Oman and comparable arid settings.}, language = {en} }