Browsing by Subject "Land use"
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Effects of catchment management on physical river condition, chemistry, hydrogeomorphology and ecosystem service provision in small coastal rivers of the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)River systems are by nature complex and dynamic systems, which vary in structure and therefore function, and are closely connected to their landscapes. The primary aim of this thesis was to develop a systems operational ... -
Environmental criteria analysis can contribute to sustainable local level land use planning: Linyanti/Katima Mulilo Rural/Kabbe constituencies, Caprivi Region, Namibia
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)The contribution of local knowledge to land use planning and sustainable utilization of natural resources is enormous, yet often overlooked by conventional top-down approaches of regional integrated land use plans. The ... -
Informal land markets in Rural Mozambique: the case of Mogovolas District in Nampula Province
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)The challenge of alleviating poverty, especially of the rural poor, is a universal one. Mozambique is also faced with this challenge as well the challenge of redressing the inequality exacerbated by civil war. Among the ... -
Land demand and rural struggles in Xhalanga, Eastern Cape: who wants land and for what?
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)The study explored and investigated demand and struggles for land in the communal areas of South Africa with particular reference to Luphaphasi in the former Xhalanga magisterial district, in the Eastern Cape. The study ... -
Land tenure and rural livelihoods in Zambia: case studies of Kamena and St. Joseph
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)This study explores how land and natural resources in rural communities are accessed, used, and managed in livelihoods. In particular it examines first, crop field tenure, and livelihoods in natural resources. Second it ... -
Land use practices and their impact on the water quality of the Upper Kuils River (Western Cape Province, South Africa)
(University of Western Cape, 2014)The water quality in many Cape Town Rivers and streams is a major challenge. Kuils River is subject to multiple land use impacts from upstream to downstream because of rapid urbanization in its catchment area. The main ... -
Reconciling poverty reduction and biodiversity conservation: The case of expanded public works progeamme (EPWP) in Hluleka and Mkambati Nature Reserves, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2007)This study aimed at analysing the South African government's attempt at reconciling poverty reduction and biodiversity conservation in the context of the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP). The study analyses this, ... -
A review of provincial land-use planning in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)Planning administration in the Western Cape is at a critical juncture. It is faced with having to address planning issues and housing needs whilst at the same time demonstrating through its practices the promotion of ... -
Some demographic aspects of women's access to land for farming in South Africa: a comparison from 2004 to 2007
(University of the Western Cape, 2009)The issue of women's access to land is a developmental issue. From a fundamental research view point, this study aims to explore the circumstances in which women access land in South Africa. The study examines the inequalities ... -
The water quality and ecological status of the Diep river catchment, Western Cape, South Africa
(University of Western Cape, 2004)The study illustrates the current ecological integrity of the Diep River system, based on the recent river health assessment using the South African Scoring System version 5 (2000-2003) and the water quality data ...