Water & Sanitation Knowledge Management in Rural Cameroon

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Abstract
• Table of Contents
• Acronyms
• Acknowledgement
• Chapter 1. Introduction
• Prologue
• The Rationale
• Knowledge management
• Water & Sanitation
• Objective of the study: linking KM to W/S
• Water Knowledge Management: a concept
• Rural Water supply
• Background Information of Study Area
• The State of Water in Cameroon
• Chapter 2. Theoretical Framework
• Introduction: global stance of water and sanitation
• Current Trends in Water Resource Management
• Integrated Water Resource Management
• Privatization and Commodification
• Community-led water management (CLWM)
• Water Governance: Local institutions managing water
• Multi-stakeholder Forum: participatory water resource & infrastructure management
• Water, Science & Technology
• Conclusions
• Chapter 3. Case Study: Kwa-Kwa Bakundu, Cameroon
• Introduction
• Research Methodology & Data Collection
• Rural Water Systems: the case of Kwa-kwa Bakundu
• Drinking Water
• Sanitation & Hygiene
• WKM: the Way Out!
• Conclusion
• Chapter 4. Analysis
• Introduction
• W/S-KM Dynamics in rural Cameroon
• Implications for Development
• Critique: debating sustainability through KM
• Establishing Resiliency and Robustness through an effective KM
• Chapter 5. Conclusion and Recommendation
• Summary
• Conclusion
• Recommendations
• Policy Implications
• Appendices
• Bibliography

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This study examines the complex relationship between knowledge management and the sustainability of rural water and sanitation projects in Cameroon. It goes beyond conventional infrastructure-centric approaches, focusing on the crucial role of knowledge and information flow within communities. The main objective is to explore how water and sanitation knowledge management (WKM) can enhance community capacity and contribute to the long-term success of water supply systems and sanitation practices.

• The limitations of traditional water infrastructure projects in rural areas
• The importance of knowledge management in ensuring sustainable water and sanitation systems
• The challenges and opportunities of community-led water management in Cameroon
• The role of technology and institutional approaches in improving access to clean water and sanitation
• The development of a WKM model to empower rural communities and enhance their capacity to manage water resources

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• Chapter 1: This chapter provides a general introduction to the study and its rationale. It explores the concept of knowledge management and its relevance to water and sanitation in rural settings. It also introduces the study area and its unique water challenges.
• Chapter 2: This chapter delves into the theoretical framework of water resource management, examining global trends and approaches such as Integrated Water Resource Management, privatization, and community-led water management. It also discusses the role of water governance, multi-stakeholder forums, and the impact of science and technology on water management.
• Chapter 3: This chapter presents a case study of Kwa-Kwa Bakundu in Cameroon, investigating the current state of water and sanitation systems in the region. It also explores the potential of WKM to address the identified challenges and improve the management of water supply systems and sanitation practices.
• Chapter 4: This chapter analyzes the dynamics of water and sanitation knowledge management in rural Cameroon, highlighting its implications for development. It discusses the challenges of achieving sustainability through KM and explores ways to build resilience and robustness through effective knowledge management practices.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This study focuses on the critical themes of water and sanitation knowledge management in rural Cameroon, emphasizing the importance of community involvement, sustainable development, and the use of knowledge and information as tools for building resilient water systems and promoting sanitation practices. Key concepts explored include community-led water management, integrated water resource management, participatory approaches, technology transfer, capacity building, and the role of local institutions in ensuring the long-term success of water and sanitation initiatives.