Pastoralism and range land management in Ngoma sub county
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2010-02
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Kampala International University, College of Education Open and Distance Learning
Abstract
This study was conducted to explore the impact of pastoralism on rangeland management in Ngoma sub-county. This was after the realization of the degradation of the rangelands due to human activities such as pastoralism. The study took the form of a case study of Ngoma sub-county in which the data collected was both qualitative and quantitative. The study design also involved purposive sampling. The data were collected using interviews, observation and questionnaire for primary data and document analysis for secondary data. In all a sample of 20 respondents was involved in this study. The study specifically set out to achieve the following objectives: - To find out the effects of pastoralism on rangeland management and to find out how pastoralism can be sustained in the rangelands. The data were analyzed both qualitatively and quantitatively. Qualitatively analysis involved literal description and narration of the emerging issues out of which conclusions were drown. For quantitative analysis, the data captured by questionnaires were coded and analyzed manually after which it were presented in percentages and tables. This was followed by the description of the emerging issues and drawing of conclusions. The study established that pastoralism impacts on rangelands by causing soil erosion, loss of plant species, desertification, depletion of water sources and reduction in the availability of food. The study also established that pastoralism and rangelands can be sustained by construction of valley dams, establishment of market centers, planting of drought resistant pastures and through demonstration farms. The study recommends for an intersectoral and participatoral planning given the fact that issues concerning pastoralism and rangelands are multi-faced. The study concludes that human activities such as pastoralism negatively impacts on the rangelands. The low levels of education, lack of alternative opportunities, limited voice in decision making and cultural prejudices inhibit the sustainability of the rangelands and pastoralism.
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A dissertation submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of Bachelor of Arts with Education of Kampala International University
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Pastoralism, range land, Ngoma sub county.