Online Journal of Earth Sciences
ISSN: Online 1994-4632ISSN: Print 1991-7708
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Wood fuel shortage has existed worldwide since the 1970s during oil energy crisis, accelerating wood fuels scarcity hence coping strategies. This study on local community based strategy for curbing wood fuel shortages was conducted in Nyamache Sub‐county, Kisii County‐Kenya. The study assessed the establishment of woodlots as an affordable strategy adopted by the households for wood fuel availability. The specific objective sought to evaluate the attitude of the local communities towards establishment of woodlots for wood fuel availability in Nyamache Sub‐county. Descriptive research design was adopted in gathering information on establishment of woodlots for wood fuel availability in the study area. It was based on binary‐choice model. A sample size of 379 households selected from a target population of 26,458 people was used. The study employed stratified purposive and snowballing techniques of both probability and non‐probability sampling designs in selection of informants. Data was collected by use of structured questionnaire, observation checklist, Focus Group Discussion and key informant interview guides. The study data was of both primary and secondary sources. The data were analyzed using frequency distribution tables, percentages and Likert Scale. Using a Likert scale the attitude of the local communities living in Nyamache Sub‐county towards establishment of woodlots for wood fuel availability was positive. This was manifested in their scores of response viz. very much willing (716) and willing (363) and close to two thirds positive response (68.5%). Statistical tables, charts, plates, maps and photographs were used to present the data. The study concluded that establishment of woodlots for wood fuel availability was significantly sustainable at (0.68<15.09 at df = 5) at 0.05. The study recommended that local communities’ positive response on establishment of woodlots be adopted in the area, local communities engage in establishing woodlots and be positive in wood fuel scarcity alleviation strategies country wide and local politicians to sensitize households on woodlots established on their farms.
How to cite this article:
Justin Ochenge Marube, Otieno A. Charles, Tonui and K. Warkach. Local Community Based Strategy for Curbing Wood Fuel Shortages in Nyamache Sub‐County, Kisii County, Kenya.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makojes.2022.1.7
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1991-7708/10.59218/makojes.2022.1.7