Vulnerability of agro-pastoral farmers to climate risks in northern and central Tanzania

Sewando, Ponsian T.; Mutabazi, Khamaldin D.; Mdoe, N.S.Y.

doi:10.1080/21665095.2016.1238311

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“…Previous studies [ 37 , 38 , 67 ] in the study area corroborate cattle owners’ experiences of severe drought. Similar results of pastoralist perception of declines in rainfall have been reported in many countries across Africa [ 63 , 68 – 70 ].…”

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No safety net in the face of climate change: The case of pastoralists in Kunene Region, Namibia

2020

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Over the past decade, pastoralists in Kunene Region, Namibia, have endured recurrent drought and flood events that have culminated in the loss of their primary form of livelihoodpastoralism. Most pastoralists are finding it difficult to sustain their livelihoods, and their communities have fallen into extreme poverty. Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) approaches are increasingly acknowledged as having the potential to enhance the adaptive capacity of vulnerable communities. The first step is to develop an understanding of how affected communities live, their perceptions of and how they respond to climate change and the biophysical impacts of climate change in their communities. This study aims to collect this information in order to explore the use of EbA to help pastoralists adapt to climate change. We examined an isolated pastoral Himba community, to understand their perceptions, experiences and understanding of climate change and its related impacts on their livelihoods. A nested mixed-methods approach using structured interviews was employed to address the study objectives. Interview results revealed that pastoralists lack scientific knowledge of climate change, and they have no access to climate change information. Though pastoralists have coping and adaptation approaches at the community level (such as making gardens, fishing, etc.), these have become ineffective as climatic uncertainty and change persist. Furthermore, pastoralists no longer get benefits from the environment, such as food and fodder. Despite this, there are currently no biodiversity interventions at the community level to address the impacts of climate change. Pastoralists have indicated their adaptation needs, particularly the provision of water supply to grow food. This is an open avenue to explore EbA approaches, specifically ecological restoration, while still addressing the need of the pastoralists. There is an urgent need to develop new practical adaptation strategies, including restoration options that will strengthen their adaptive capacity.

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No safety net in the face of climate change: The case of pastoralists in Kunene Region, Namibia

2020

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“…of men that were interviewed No. of women that were interviewed [41,43] Education Education level of the interviewee [44] Household income from fishing Average daily catch (kg/day) × fish price ($1.50/kg) [22,41,45,46] Livelihood Activities Dependence on fisheries, fish gear making, aquaculture [24,41,45,[47][48][49] Assets Fishing gear, boats, fishing permit, crop field, livestock (cattle, goats, chicken) [9,22,40,41,50] Fishing gear access Places where fishers go to access fishing gear [42,51] Fish processing (post-harvest losses)…”

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Assessing the Sensitivity of Small-Scale Fishery Groups to Climate Change in Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe

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Abstract:Climate change continues to pose threats to fisheries and fishery-dependent communities globally. Vulnerability to climate change is a function of exposure, sensitivity, and adaptive capacity. Sensitivity is largely determined by the differences in socio-economic conditions among communities, and conflicts over resources often exacerbate this sensitivity. This study aims to understand factors affecting the sensitivity to climate change. The objectives are twofold: first, to develop indicators affecting sensitivity and to determine how they affect sensitivity, second, to compare sensitivity of two small-scale fishing groups (fishing camps and fishing villages). The study used twelve indicators, which are categorized into two; the community characteristics and assets, and threats and conflicts. Results show that fishing camps are less sensitive to climate change than fishing villages since they have more varied livelihood sources, such as crop farming. This allows for more sources of income. Both groups experience conflict with other lake users and wildlife attacks, which amplify their sensitivity through the reduction of fishing grounds and the damaging of fishing gear. It also shows that both climate and non-climate factors affect sensitivity, and understanding this can help to increase adaptive capacity. The findings allow for formulation of policy recommendations to help strengthen the livelihoods of small-scale fisheries.

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“…Simanjiro district was selected for this study due to plenty of reasons (1) it is recognized as the third district in Manayara region with large number of smallholder dairy farmers including cattle keepers and small milk processing units (URT, 2012) and (2) it is mentioned as the one of the Maasai pastoral area which experienced severe climate changes and need effective sustainable framework for long term survival (Sewando, Mutabazi, & Mdoe, 2016;Watkiss et al, 2011). Furthermore, due to the nature of this study, Arusha municipal was selected as the downstream strategic point and milk market area which originate from Simanjiro district (Hillbom, 2011).…”

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Sustainability Performance in Supply Chain of Dairy Products: Examining the Constraints of Dairy Sector Using Value Chain Approach in Northern Regions, Tanzania

Sumuni¹

2019

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The aim of this study was to investigate the sustainability performance in supply chain of dairy products in Tanzania. The study conducted in Simanjiro district using cross-sectional survey method and focus group discussions. The findings of this study show that processing facilities, access to market, storage facilities, distribution and delivery system are the main enormous supply chain constraints which affect the sustainability performance of diary sector. This study recommends that in order to ensure sustainable performance of dairy sector, a multidisciplinary approach, value chain techniques, diverse strategies and dialogues should be taken involving all key actors (i.e. LGA's, civil society, respective ministries, smallholders' farmers, processing firms, and dairy entrepreneurs).

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Vulnerability of agro-pastoral farmers to climate risks in northern and central Tanzania

Cited by 25 publications

References 26 publications

No safety net in the face of climate change: The case of pastoralists in Kunene Region, Namibia

No safety net in the face of climate change: The case of pastoralists in Kunene Region, Namibia

Assessing the Sensitivity of Small-Scale Fishery Groups to Climate Change in Lake Kariba, Zimbabwe

Sustainability Performance in Supply Chain of Dairy Products: Examining the Constraints of Dairy Sector Using Value Chain Approach in Northern Regions, Tanzania

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