Perceptions About Climate Change in Sidama, Ethiopia

Hameso, Seyoum

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“…The most common indicators are higher temperature, erratic rainfall patterns and higher incidence of diseases. Hameso, 2014;2015] Given repeated reference to certain indicators of climate change in all study sites, the following section discusses perceptions of climate change in relation to high temperature, rainfall and seasonal shifts as well as incidence of certain diseases.…”

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“…This finding requires closer examination, as it appears counter-intuitive to expect temperature or precipitation variability to be felt more keenly at the higher rather than the lower altitudes known for water stress. Given these mixed findings, it is worthwhile to probe the local/indigenous understanding of smallholder farmers versus the global/scientific understanding of policy makers about perceptions of climate change (Hameso, 2014) by quizzing how differently situated communities perceive, interpret and act on climate change (Litre et al, 2014).…”

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Farmers and policy-makers’ perceptions of climate change in Ethiopia

Hameso

2017

Climate and Development

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Reference:Hameso, Seyoum (2017) The study forms part of the broader research project into actual and perceived climate change that included climate data (see Hameso, 2015) and book chapter on farmers perceptions about climate change (Hameso, 2014) but this paper reports on and compares climate change as perceived by farmers and policy makers. I acknowledge comments from two anonymous reviewers.2

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Farmers and policy-makers’ perceptions of climate change in Ethiopia

Hameso

2017

Climate and Development

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“…These outbreaks were linked to lack of basic sanitation and safe water supply, as well as to the high sensitivity of the pathogens to variations in climatic variability [ 34 ]. In addition to this, the effect of climate change is reported in parts of the study area [ 35 ]. The present study, therefore, was conducted to investigate the seasonal distribution, purely spatial, purely temporal, and space-time clusters of childhood diarrhea in Sidama Zone, Southern Ethiopia.…”

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Spatial, temporal, and spatiotemporal analysis of under-five diarrhea in Southern Ethiopia

2018

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BackgroundDespite improvements in prevention efforts, childhood diarrhea remains a public health concern. However, there may be substantial variation influenced by place, time, and season. Description of diarrheal clusters in time and space and understanding seasonal patterns can improve surveillance and management. The present study investigated the spatial and seasonal distribution and purely spatial, purely temporal, and space-time clusters of childhood diarrhea in Southern Ethiopia.MethodsThe study was a retrospective analysis of data from the Health Management Information System (HMIS) under-five diarrheal morbidity reports from July 2011 to June 2017 in Sidama Zone. Annual diarrhea incidence at district level was calculated. Incidence rate calculation and seasonal trend analysis were performed. The Kulldorff SaTScan software with a discrete Poisson model was used to identify statistically significant special, temporal, and space-time diarrhea clusters. ArcGIS 10.1 was used to plot the maps.ResultsA total of 202,406 under-five diarrheal cases with an annual case of 5822 per 100,000 under-five population were reported. An increasing trend of diarrhea incidence was observed over the 6 years with seasonal variation picking between February and May. The highest incidence rate (135.8/1000) was observed in the year 2016/17 in Boricha district. One statistically significant most likely spatial cluster (Boricha district) and six secondary clusters (Malga, Hulla, Aleta Wondo, Shebedino, Loka Abaya, Dale, and Wondogenet) were identified. One statistically significant temporal cluster (LLR = 2109.93, p < 0.001) during December 2013 to May 2015 was observed in all districts. Statistically significant spatiotemporal primary hotspot was observed in December 2012 to January 2015 in Malga district with a likelihood ratio of 1214.67 and a relative risk of 2.03. First, second, third, and fourth secondary hotspots occurred from January 2012 to May 2012 in Loka Abaya, December 2011 in Bursa, from March to April 2014 in Gorchie, and March 2012 in Wonsho districts.ConclusionChildhood diarrhea was not distributed randomly over space and time and showed an overall increasing trend of seasonal variation peaking between February and May. The health department and other stakeholders at various levels need to plan targeted interventional activities at hotspot seasons and areas to reduce morbidity and mortality.Electronic supplementary materialThe online version of this article (10.1186/s41182-018-0101-1) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.

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“…The Luwa system is an age-related institution performing ritual, cultural and political roles (Hameso, n.d.). Positional influences and concerns were related to the Luwa system for men and the Keretie influence is highly reflected in the celebrations of Fiche , solving women- related problems and funeral ceremonies of community members.…”

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Roles of Ego Social Networks for Community Development in Southern Ethiopia: The Case of Tullo Community

Abebe

Kebede

Alemie

2019

The International Journal of Community and Social Development

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This article explores the roles of Ego social networks for community development in the Tullo community of southern Ethiopia. By employing qualitative research methods, data were collected through semi-structured in-depth interviews and participatory mapping. The analysis revealed that social networks contribute to community development as communication channels and forums of information sharing. Networks also provide economic and social support to the members and beyond. Individuals known as Egos loom large in social networks and play a pivotal role in leading the functions of Ego networks for community development. The study draws important lessons about functions of the Ego networks to sustain the peaceful and meaningful life of the studied community.

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Perceptions About Climate Change in Sidama, Ethiopia

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Farmers and policy-makers’ perceptions of climate change in Ethiopia

Farmers and policy-makers’ perceptions of climate change in Ethiopia

Spatial, temporal, and spatiotemporal analysis of under-five diarrhea in Southern Ethiopia

Roles of Ego Social Networks for Community Development in Southern Ethiopia: The Case of Tullo Community

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