Assessment of the Contribution of Small-scale Timber Production on Local Community's Livelihood in Mufindi District, Tanzania

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Abstract
• List of Abbreviations
• Chapter One: Introduction
• Background to the Study
• Statement of the Problem
• Objectives of the Study
• Research Questions
• Significance of the Study
• Scope and Limitation of the Study
• Organization of the Study
• Chapter Two: Literature Review
• Concept of Livelihood
• Livelihood Strategies
• Factors Affecting Livelihoods in Tanzania
• Contribution of Small Scale Timber Production to Livelihoods
• Challenges Facing Small Scale Timber Production in Tanzania
• Chapter Three: Methodology
• Study Area
• Research Design
• Data Collection Methods
• Data Analysis Methods
• Chapter Four: Results and Discussions
• Socioeconomic Characteristics of the Study Area
• Types of Timber Production in Mufindi District
• Contribution of Timber Production to Livelihoods
• Challenges Facing Timber Production in Mufindi District
• Chapter Five: Conclusion and Recommendations

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

The dissertation aims to assess the contribution of small-scale timber production to the livelihoods of local communities in Mufindi District, Tanzania. It seeks to understand the specific ways in which timber production contributes to livelihoods, the challenges faced by timber producers, and potential strategies for improving sustainability and economic benefits.

• Contribution of small-scale timber production to livelihoods
• Challenges facing small-scale timber producers in Mufindi District
• Sustainable practices in timber production
• Economic and social benefits of timber production
• Policies and regulations related to timber production in Tanzania

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

Chapter One introduces the study by providing background information on the importance of timber production to local livelihoods in Tanzania. It defines the research problem, outlines the study objectives, and describes the research methodology employed. Chapter Two reviews relevant literature on livelihoods, livelihood strategies, factors affecting livelihoods in Tanzania, the contribution of small-scale timber production to livelihoods, and the challenges faced by small-scale timber producers in Tanzania. Chapter Three details the research methodology, including the study area, research design, data collection methods, and data analysis techniques. Chapter Four presents the results of the study and analyzes the contribution of small-scale timber production to local livelihoods in Mufindi District. It also explores the challenges faced by timber producers in the region. This chapter concludes with a discussion of the findings and their implications for policy and practice.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This study focuses on the contribution of small-scale timber production to local livelihoods in Mufindi District, Tanzania. Key themes include: livelihoods, timber production, sustainable practices, economic benefits, social impacts, policy, and regulations. This research provides insights into the role of timber production in supporting local communities and identifies challenges and opportunities for enhancing its contribution to economic development and environmental conservation.