The contribution of urban agriculture in boosting food security and income generation

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• DEDICATION
• ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
• ABSTRACT
• TABLE OF CONTENTS
• List of figures
• List of tables
• List of plates
• ACRONYMS
• CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION
• 1.1 Background of the study
• 1.2 Statement of the problem
• 1.3 Objectives of the study
• 1.3.1 General objective
• 1.3.2 Specific objectives
• 1.4 Justification
• 1.5 Study area
• CHAPTER TWO: LITERATURE REVIEW
• 2.1 Food Security
• 2.2 Overview of Food Security in Zimbabwe
• 2.4 Overview of Urban Agriculture
• 2.6 How UA influence household food security using the Household Food Insecurity Access Scale (HFIAS)
• 2.6.1 Methods of measuring household food security
• 2.6.2 Household Food Insecurity Access Scale (HFIAS)
• 2.7 Legislation governing the practice of UA in Zimbabwe
• 2.7.1 The Urban Councils Act, Chapter 29:15
• 2.7.2 Regional Town and Country Planning Act, Chapter 29:12
• 2.7.3 Environmental Management, Act Chapter 20:27
• 2.7.4 The Forest Act Chapter, 19:05
• 2.8 Challenges faced in UA

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This dissertation investigates the contribution of urban agriculture (UA) on household food security and income generation in Ward 21 of Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. The study utilizes both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, including questionnaires, key informant interviews, and secondary data analysis.

• Impact of UA on Household Food Security
• Role of UA in Income Generation
• Challenges Faced by Urban Farmers
• Urban Agriculture and Food Security in Zimbabwe
• Policy Implications for Sustainable Urban Agriculture

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

• Chapter One: Introduction

This chapter sets the context for the research by outlining the background, statement of the problem, objectives, justification, and study area. It highlights the importance of UA in addressing food insecurity and income generation in urban areas.

• Chapter Two: Literature Review

This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of the existing literature on food security, urban agriculture, and its impact on households. It explores various aspects of UA, including its methods, benefits, challenges, and relevant legislation.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

Urban agriculture, household food security, income generation, Ward 21 Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, food insecurity, HFIAS, urban farming, challenges, policy implications.