Natural Resource Use Conflict in Bale Mountains National Park, Southeast Ethiopia
Publisher: International Journal of Biodiversity and Conservation
Author(s): Anteneh Gezahegn Kebede, Melaku Bekele, and Teshale Woldeamanuel
Date: 2014
Topics: Conflict Causes, Land, Renewable Resources
Countries: Ethiopia
Conflict over natural resources including wildlife, forest, land and water is common particularly in developing countries. It is extremely difficult to sustainably manage a resource if it is under conflict. This study aimed to assess the causes of resource use conflict in Bale Mountains National Park and attitudes of local community towards the Park. Finally, to find measures to reduce resource use conflict. This study was conducted in Dinsho Woreda of Bale Zone, southeast Ethiopia from December 11, 2012 to May 10, 2013.