Essays about: "herder"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 13 essays containing the word herder.

  1. 1. Can Streams of Weapons Create Waves of Violence Between Farmers and Herders? : A qualitative case study on the role of Small Arms and Light Weapons in conflicts between farmers and herders

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för freds- och konfliktforskning

    Author : Emelie Aréen; [2023]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract :  This paper empirically examines the relationship between the circulation of Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW), and its effect on farmer-herder conflicts, particularly the risk of escalation. Researchers have emphasised the role of these weapons that are being frequently used in communal conflicts across several African countries. READ MORE

  3. 2. Aktivitetsmönster och boskapspredation hos lejon (Panthera leo) i förhållande till olika miljöfaktorer

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Animal Environment and Health

    Author : Elvira Karjel; [2022]
    Keywords : lejon; Panthera leo; aktivitetdygnsrytm; månfas; molntäcke; nederbörd; regn; jaktlycka; boskap; nötkreatur; predation;

    Abstract : The lion is one of few large predators that have suffered terrible population losses over the past two decades. As a result of this lions are now considered vulnerable on the IUCN Redlist, and on their way towards becoming endangered. The estimated number of individuals is approximately 32 000 today, and the majority are found in Africa. READ MORE

  4. 3. Monitoring wetland cover changes during the past two decades within the protected areas of the Sudd wetland in South Sudan using MODIS data

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för naturgeografi och ekosystemvetenskap

    Author : Charlotta Ruuskanen; [2021]
    Keywords : Physical Geography and Ecosystem analysis; MODIS; NDVI; Sudd Wetlands; Wetland Cover Classification; White Nile Hydrology; Armed Herder-Pastoralist Conflict analysis; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

    Abstract : The Sudd wetland, situated along the White Nile in the Republic of South Sudan, is recognized internationally for its unique environmental features. The distinctive ecological characteristics have resulted in the creation of numerous nature reserves in efforts to conserve the habitats and ecosystem services provided. READ MORE

  5. 4. Ságastallam/Dialogue

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

    Author : Emil Stefansson; [2021]
    Keywords : Arts and Architecture;

    Abstract : The hiker reaches out from the city, town, or village, intending to be alone. Away from sounds, away from paved roads and houses, away from streetlights and phones, away from people. But what is ‘nature’, and who has the right to it? The untouched landscape shaped by nothing but the earth itself is today hard to find. READ MORE

  6. 5. Marginalized Indigenous Knowledge and Contemporary Swedish Colonialism: The Case of Reindeer Husbandry in Gällivare Forest Sámi Community

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/CEMUS

    Author : Elaine Mumford; [2021]
    Keywords : Sustainable Development; Indigenous Knowledge; Traditional Knowledge; Sámi; Colonialism; Land Use; hållbar utveckling; traditionell kunskap; ursprunglig kunskap; samer; kolonialism; markanvändning;

    Abstract : In the Forest Sámi community (Skogssameby) of Gällivare in northeastern Sweden, reindeer husbandry is in peril as commercial interests degrade viable reindeer habitat. Among clear-cut forest and young plantations, between highways and railroad tracks, reindeer seek dwindling food. READ MORE