Influence of Socio-Economic Activities on Conservation of Non-Gazetted Forest Reserves in Kisii County

• Author(s): Caroline Kwamboka Gesora ; Dr. Daniel Nyantika ; Dr. Dennis Mamboleo
• Paper ID: 1705071
• Page: 405-411
• Published Date: 02-10-2023
• Published In: Iconic Research And Engineering Journals
• Publisher: IRE Journals
• e-ISSN: 2456-8880
• Volume/Issue: Volume 7 Issue 3 September-2023

Abstract

The phenomenon of rapid population expansion exhibits significant disparities across different regions of the globe, leading to a heightened and unsustainable exploitation of forest resources. Deforestation has had adverse effects on local livelihoods and regional economies. The purpose of the study was to find out the influence of population growth on conservation of non-gazetted forest reserves in Etago sub-county, Kisii County. The purpose of the study was to assess the influence of socio-economic activities on conservation of non-gazetted forest reserves in Kisii County. The inclusion of these factors is of great importance as it helps to notify the ministry of forestry of the need to establish a well-informed policy framework. This framework would be crucial in the preservation of non-gazetted forest reserves, not just within Kisii County but also throughout the entirety of Kenya. This study was grounded in the theoretical frameworks of the tragedy of the commons. It utilized a descriptive survey design. The study focused on a sample of 2439 individuals residing within Nyangweta forest, specifically targeting family heads, local leaders, and forest authorities. For the purpose of data collection, a sample of 244 respondents was randomly selected in proportion to the distribution of household heads. The study employed various data collection instruments, namely the questionnaire, interview schedules. Based on the findings of the study, it is recommended that the county government, in collaboration with the national government, should actively promote and provide assistance for the implementation of free and mandatory education within the community. Moreover, it is imperative for the government to actively promote and maintain initiatives related to family planning, as indicated by the findings of the study, which demonstrate that conservation efforts are more effective in smaller family units. The study suggests that it would be beneficial for the government to establish a policy mandating the involvement of recipient societies in conservation efforts prior to the completion or initiation of social projects such as schools and hospitals.

Keywords

Socio-Economic Activities; Non Gazetted Forests Reserves; Conservation

Citations

IRE Journals:
Caroline Kwamboka Gesora , Dr. Daniel Nyantika , Dr. Dennis Mamboleo "Influence of Socio-Economic Activities on Conservation of Non-Gazetted Forest Reserves in Kisii County" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 7 Issue 3 2023 Page 405-411

IEEE:
Caroline Kwamboka Gesora , Dr. Daniel Nyantika , Dr. Dennis Mamboleo "Influence of Socio-Economic Activities on Conservation of Non-Gazetted Forest Reserves in Kisii County" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 7(3)