Abstract The aim of this study is to analyze rainfall dynamics and stormwater management in the Djiri watershed, northeast of the city of Brazzaville. The methodological approach used is based on documentary analysis, data collection from the local SRTM-DM, rainfall statistics covering the period 1990-2023, field observations and socio-anthropological perceptions of SWM. These data were […]
GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT AND ITS ROLE IN CLIMATE CHANGE ADAPTATION: EVIDENCE FROM TARCHA TOWN, SOUTHWEST ETHIOPIA
Abstract This study assesses the development of green infrastructure (GI) and its role in climate change adaptation in Tarcha Town, Dawuro Zone, Southwest Ethiopia. The research examined the status, institutional capacity, community perception, and climate adaptation functions of GI. Using A mixed-methods approach involving household surveys (142 respondents), key informant interviews, focus group discussions, field […]
HUMAN–TIGER CONFLICT DURING MAHUA (Madhuca longifolia) FLOWER COLLECTION IN CHANDRAPUR FOREST CIRCLE, CENTRAL INDIA
Abstract Human–tiger conflict in Chandrapur forest circle, Maharashtra state of central India, has intensified in recent years, particularly during mahua (Madhuca longifolia) flower collection—a seasonal livelihood activity for forest-dependent communities. This study examines tiger-related human fatalities associated with mahua collection between 2013 and 2023, using official records obtained through Right to Information requests from the […]
SPATIAL ANALYSIS OF ENVIRONMENTAL SANITATION PRACTICES IN ILORIN METROPOLIS, NIGERIA
Abstract The study examined the socio-economic characteristics of residents in the different residential zones of Ilorin, identified the existing environmental sanitation facilities, and investigated residents’ sanitation practices. This was with a view to enhancing people’s environmental sanitation practice. Data were collected from primary and secondary sources. A total of 151 questionnaires were administered. Data were […]
INFLUENCE OF MUNICIPAL DUMPSITE ON WATER QUALITY IN SUNYANI MUNICIPALITY
Abstract Urban waste management is one of the critical environmental challenges in rapidly urbanizing African cities. Exposure of untreated waste into the external environment poses severe environmental and human health risks. Employing data from ground and surface water sampled from the Sunyani municipal dumpsite, this study sought to assess the influence of the Sunyani Municipal […]
EXAMINING SPATIAL DISTRIBUTION OF COMMON PLACES OF ABODE OF INTERNALLY DISPLACED PERSONS IN HOST COMMUNITIES: THE CASE OF GREATER YOLA AREA ADAMAWA STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract This study examines the Spatial Distribution/Common places of abode of Forced Migrants into Greater Yola from 2015 to 2019. The study made use of both primary and secondary data sources. Primary data sources used for the study include questionnaire administration which was used to solicit information from the respondents on their reason for their […]
QUALITATIVE EXPLORATION OF APPLICATION OF INQUIRY-BASED PEDAGOGY FOR GEOGRAPHY TEACHING IN MOROGORO CLASSROOMS, TANZANIA
Abstract This qualitative study aimed to explore geography teachers’ practical understanding and application of the inquiry-based approach in classroom teaching. Using a case study design, the research was conducted in Morogoro Municipality, Tanzania, and involved eleven (11) secondary school geography teachers. The findings revealed varied levels of understanding and implementation among the teachers. While some […]
TRANSFORMING IBADAN PERI-URBAN LANDSCAPE: INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS FOR SLUM PREVENTION, SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT AND EQUITABLE GROWTH
Abstract This study examines the transformation of Ibadan’s peri-urban landscape, focusing on Eleyele, Adetokun, Alafara, and Ologuneru, to develop innovative solutions for slum prevention, sustainable development, and equitable growth. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, we administered a survey to a stratified random sample of 346 residents across a 3,600-hectare area, which as of 2020 was 71% […]
WATER QUALITY ASSESSMENT OF SELECTED PORTABLE GROUNDWATER SOURCES IN BIU METROPOLIS, BORNO STATE, NIGERIA
Abstract Accessibility to safe and good quality drinking water is paramount to human survival as such every individual is entitled to good quality water. Thus, in Biu city, Biu Local Government Area, Borno State are facing the problem of water scarcity. The study assesses the quality of a few chosen boreholes. Two samples from each […]
AN ASSESSMENT OF FOREST PROTECTION PROGRAMMES AND ACTIVITIES AMONG RURAL WOMEN IN MICHIKA LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA
Abstract Women in developing countries have direct contact with the natural environment as they collect essential items for their everyday needs. There are also women consumers and or purchasers who have indirect link with the forest. As consumers, producers, and caretakers of their families and educators, women play important roles in promoting sustainable development through […]