The Role of Tangayika Catchment Reforestation and Education in Natural Resources Management in Kigoma District, Tanzania
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2008-10
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Kampala international University School of Engineering science
Abstract
The study explored the role of NOOs in natural resources management. a case of
Tanganyika catchment reforestation and education (TAC’ARE) in Kigoma District.
Tanzania. This was done to find out the extent to which TACARE contributes in natural
resources management. The specific objectives were: to evaluate the activities of the
NOOs in the study area. to find out strategies used and problems encountered b) NOOs
when implementing the strategies of conserving natural resources.
The study was conducted in four divisions in Kigoma district Tanzania. [wo divisions
were selected in urban and other divisions in rural areas. The study was descriptive and it
employed various methods such as observation, questionnaires. interviews and group
discussions. Photography. useful literature re’ iev~ and internet search ~ere used as ‘veil.
The findings of the research on the activities of TACARE in natural resources
management include: forestry. agriculture, community development, health and
environmental education for the youth. The findings indicate that the main activity of
TACARE is the forestry reserves. It reveals that I AC’ARE is arresting the rapid
degradation of the indigenous natural resources. The strategies employed by TACARE in
natural resources management are: community participation. training. sectoral
programming. networking and political influence. The findings re’ eat that community
participation is the core strategy employed in the consen ation of natural resources. it was
concluded that TACARE offers an innovative model of community centered conservation
approach. which effectively addresses human needs while promoting conservation
values. Communit) participation and training have helped TACARE to achieve its goals
in implementing activities of conserving natural resources.
In conclusion. TACARE has created an important impact on natural resources
management. poverty reduction and development in the stud> area. despite insurncient
funding.
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A Dissertation submitted In Partial Fulfillment Of The Requirement For The Award Of The Degree Of Master Of Science En Environmental Management And Development Of Kampala International University.
Keywords
Reforestation, Education, Natural Resources, Resources Management