Tree Species Preferred for Wood Fuel in Brick Making in Morogoro Municipality, Tanzania

Magembe, K. S.; Makonda, Fortunatus B. S.

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“…Most of these fuelwood comes from forests mainly in the form of wood and charcoal. However, wood with higher density is better suited as fuelwood because it has high calorific value (Magembe and Makonda, 2016) In Nigeria, Among all the tree products utilized as fuel, firewood is the most utilized of them (Ezema, 2001). The rural population traditionally relies on these fuelwoods for both home consumption and for sales to the urban sector.…”

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Economic analysis of firewood marketing in Uyo capital city, Akwa, Ibom state, Nigeria

Jacob¹,

Nelson²,

Udo³

2017

Eurasian Journal of Forest Science

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This study ascertained the profitability and determining factors influencing firewood marketing in Uyo Capital City. The study used structured questionnaires and interview schedules to collect its data. The questionnaires were randomly administered to 75 firewood traders in the markets (Itam market, Akpan Andem market and Afaha market) being 67% of the population frame. Data obtained were analysed using descriptive statistics, budgetary technique, profitability analysis and regression analysis. The result showed that majority of the respondents were female (92%), were above 30 years of age (83%), were literate (93%), married (73%) and had a household size of 1-5 persons (53%). Also, majority of the traders (72%) had been in the trade for more than 10 years, were engaged at full-time (76%) basis, 63% belonged to an association, started the trade with their personal funds (88%). The trade was profitable with a mean income of $94 (₦34105.20) monthly. The regression coefficient (R 2) indicated that the income determinants accounted for 56.5% of the variations in the receipts from firewood sales. Mode of engagement and scale of operation had significant and positive effect on revenue (p<0.05), while household size was negative and significant (p<0.10), Educational status, age of trader and cost incurred was positive and significant (p<0.01) respectively. Majority of the firewood (84%) traded in the study area was bought from Ibiono and the most species commonly traded was from the family Fabaceae, while the species Dactyladenia barteri (Hook.f. ex Oliv.) was the most traded as firewood in the study area. The study recommends evaluation of the production and regeneration of the firewood species especially Dactyladenia barteri (Hook.f. ex Oliv.) under different management regimes across the state and in particular Ibiono, which serve as the major source of firewood for Uyo Capital City.

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“…Fuelwood is the fourth largest energy source providing about 13% of the total energy consumption globally (Magembe and Makonda, 2016). It is consumed mostly by the low income and middle income households as well as operators of cottage and small scale industries and commercial enterprises.…”

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Economic analysis of firewood marketing in Uyo capital city, Akwa, Ibom state, Nigeria

Jacob¹,

Nelson²,

Udo³

2017

Eurasian Journal of Forest Science

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“…The process uses a garden hoe for digging the land and a locally made wooden mould to form the bricks. The formed bricks are then laid out in the sun to dry for some days depending on the type of soil and climate condition (Magembe et al, 2015).…”

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Revitalizing Degraded and Abandoned Lands: Reflections from Local Government Involvement in Mud Brick Production - Tanzania

Genda,

Mamkwe

2024

AJERNET

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The study assessed local government involvement in revitalising abandoned holes and degraded lands around brick-making sites in Morogoro Municipality. Specifically, it delineated the effects of mudbrick-making activities on the communities surrounding the brick-making sites, identified alternative uses of the abandoned holes in the brick-making sites, and established the knowledge required by the community and brick-makers for improving abandoned land use for sustainability. Several techniques were utilised in data collection, including interviews and focus group discussions with village and ward leaders, district environmental officers, district community development officers, district planners, mud brick makers, and some members of the community from three specific wards, namely Kauzeni, Mindu, and Kihonda Maghorofani. The findings revealed a significant contribution of the mudbrick-making industry to enhancing income and improving the living standards of communities through employment creation. Particularly, women were involved in selling food to brick makers, while youth actively participated in brick-making activities. The abandoned holes resulting from soil extraction were repurposed for fishing, vegetable cultivation, and sugar cane production. The income accrued from these activities improved housing standards and increased social interaction among people from different regions, including seasonal migrants attracted to brick-making activities. Despite the noted positive effects, mud brick activities contributed significantly to land degradation due to the traditional technologies used in the process, resulting in large holes that posed risks to human and livestock lives. The study recommends enhancing brick makers' and landowners' awareness of implementing mud brick-making activities with appropriate sustainable environmental protection to improve the socio-economic status of both brick makers and the broader community.

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Status of occupational health and safety in the informal sectors in Tanzania: the case of stone quarrying and soil brickmaking

Sway,

Materu

2023

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics

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Tree Species Preferred for Wood Fuel in Brick Making in Morogoro Municipality, Tanzania

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Economic analysis of firewood marketing in Uyo capital city, Akwa, Ibom state, Nigeria

Economic analysis of firewood marketing in Uyo capital city, Akwa, Ibom state, Nigeria

Revitalizing Degraded and Abandoned Lands: Reflections from Local Government Involvement in Mud Brick Production - Tanzania

Status of occupational health and safety in the informal sectors in Tanzania: the case of stone quarrying and soil brickmaking

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