The Illusion of Equity: An Examination of Community Based Natural Resource Management and Inequality in Africa

Gibbes, Cerian; Keys, Eric

doi:10.1111/j.1749-8198.2010.00379.x

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“…These governing boards direct a village's future by distributing aid, finding employment for locals, monitoring natural resource consumption, and setting the overarching management plan among other things. Community Based Natural Resource Management (CBNRM) has been used since the 1980's to monitor, survey, and protect the natural resources of the region [4,43]. This participatory and community-based approach is grounded in common property theory and argues for common pool resources to be utilized sustainably given certain principles are applied [44][45][46].…”

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Local Perception of Risk to Livelihoods in the Semi-Arid Landscape of Southern Africa

Bunting¹,

Steele²,

Keys³

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The United Nations and Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change deem many regions of southern Africa as vulnerable landscapes due to changing climatic regimes, ecological conditions, and low adaptive capacity. Typically in highly vulnerable regions, multiple livelihood strategies are employed to enable sustainable development. In Botswana, livelihood strategies have diversified over time to include tourism and other non-agricultural activities. While such diversification and development have been studied, little is known about how locals perceive livelihood risks. This article analyzes perceptions of risk through a risk hazards framework. During the summer of 2010, 330 surveys were completed within seven villages in northern Botswana and the Caprivi Strip of Namibia. During the survey respondents were asked to list the biggest threats/challenges to their livelihoods. Responses were grouped into categories of risk according to the capital assets on which livelihoods depend: natural, physical, financial, human, and social. A risk mapping procedure was utilized, for which indices of severity, incidence, and risk were calculated. It is hypothesized that people’s perception of risk is directly dependent on environmental conditions and employment status of the household. Results indicate that problems related to natural and financial assets are the greatest source of risk to livelihoods. Furthermore, flood, drought, and other measures of climate variability are perceived as influential, typically negatively, to livelihood strategies

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Local Perception of Risk to Livelihoods in the Semi-Arid Landscape of Southern Africa

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Steele²,

Keys³

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“…Co-option should be distinguished from providing project support, although this may not be straightforward and overdependence on technical expertise may slide into the political realm of control. There is also considerable evidence that elite groups' interests may in some cases even enhance their positions through the perceived increased legitimacy of democratically structured and consensus oriented CBNRM projects (Gibbes and Keys 2010;Saunders et al 2010). At stake here is whether competition and difference can be handled within the cooperative framework of commons projects.…”

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The promise of common pool resource theory and the reality of commons projects

Saunders

2014

Int J Commons

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Abstract:Commons projects, such as community-based natural resource management, have widespread appeal, which has enabled them to shrug off a mixed performance in practice. This paper discusses how the theoretical assumptions of common pool resource (CPR) theory may have inadvertently contributed to the unfulfilled expectations of commons projects. The paper argues that the individual 'rational resource user', encapsulated in the CPR design principles, struggles to provide clear direction for meaningful consideration of local norms, values and interests in commons projects. The focus of CPR theory on efficiency and functionality results in a tendency in commons projects to overlook how local conditions are forged through relations at multiple scales. Commonly politically complex and changing relations are reduced to institutional design problems based on deriving the incentives and disincentives of 'rational resource users. The corollary is that CPR theory oversimplifies the project context that it is seeking to change because it offers little or no direction to deal with the social embeddedness of resource use or implications of different stratifications.

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“…Additionally, Cao et al (2017) recommend identifying and addressing economic challenges to develop a sustainable apparel supply chain in South Africa, emphasizing the importance of addressing economic constraints for sustainable practices (Cao et al, 2017). Local sourcing plays a pivotal role in promoting sustainable supply chains in Africa (Gibbes & Keys, 2010). Their study discussed the theory and practice of Community-Based Natural Resource Management (CBNRM) in southern Africa, which has been widely implemented throughout the region, indicating the potential for developing sustainable supply chains at the community level (Gibbes & Keys, 2010).…”

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Sustainable Supply Chain Practices: A Review of Innovations in the Usa and Africa

Chinwe Chinazo Okoye,

Wihelmina Afua Addy,

Omotoya Bukola Adeoye

et al. 2024

Int. j. appl. res. soc. sci.

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This paper provides a comprehensive overview of sustainable supply chain practices, focusing on innovative initiatives in both the United States (USA) and Africa. As the global community grapples with environmental challenges and seeks to create a more sustainable future, the supply chain industry plays a pivotal role in driving positive change. This review explores key sustainable supply chain practices, shedding light on the distinctive approaches taken by businesses in the USA and Africa. In the USA, sustainable supply chain practices are characterized by a growing emphasis on environmental responsibility, ethical sourcing, and corporate social responsibility. Companies are increasingly adopting eco-friendly logistics strategies, such as the use of renewable energy in transportation and distribution networks. The integration of advanced technologies, including Internet of Things (IoT) devices and blockchain, is facilitating transparency and traceability throughout the supply chain, ensuring that sustainable practices are upheld from production to delivery. In contrast, Africa presents a unique landscape where sustainable supply chain practices are often influenced by socio-economic factors, resource constraints, and the need for inclusive development. Initiatives in Africa focus on promoting local sourcing, community engagement, and fair trade practices. Innovative approaches include the use of alternative and locally sourced materials, as well as the development of eco-friendly packaging solutions. Additionally, collaboration between businesses and local communities plays a significant role in fostering sustainable practices and creating a positive impact on the social and environmental aspects of the supply chain. This review also highlights challenges faced by both regions, such as regulatory frameworks, infrastructure limitations, and the need for capacity building. Despite these challenges, the growing recognition of sustainability as a critical business imperative is driving a paradigm shift in supply chain practices. This review contributes to the understanding of sustainable supply chain practices by examining innovations in both the USA and Africa. By identifying commonalities and distinctions, it offers insights that can inform global strategies for building resilient, environmentally conscious, and socially responsible supply chains in the pursuit of a sustainable future. Keywords: Supply Chain, Innovation, USA, Africa, Sustainability.

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The Illusion of Equity: An Examination of Community Based Natural Resource Management and Inequality in Africa

Cited by 16 publications

References 59 publications

Local Perception of Risk to Livelihoods in the Semi-Arid Landscape of Southern Africa

Local Perception of Risk to Livelihoods in the Semi-Arid Landscape of Southern Africa

The promise of common pool resource theory and the reality of commons projects

Sustainable Supply Chain Practices: A Review of Innovations in the Usa and Africa

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