Human-Wildlife Conflict in Lake Nakuru National Park. Impacts to the Surrounding Communities

Bachelor Thesis , 2018 , 106 Pages , Grade: 89.7

Tourism - Miscellaneous

The purpose of this research was to study on the impacts of human wildlife conflict in the surrounding communities of Lake nakuru national park. To fulfill the intention of this research, the objectives were: to investigate the impacts of human wildlife in Lake Nakuru national park and the surrounding communities, to determine the relationship between wildlife and the surrounding communities in LNNP and the available conflict reporting procedures by KWS. Furthermore, the aim was to examine the influence between human population increase adjacent to the park and human wildlife conflict in LNNP, to establish how the current response and mitigation measures by KWS influences human wildlife conflict in LNNP, to establish how the current response and mitigation measures by KWS influences human wildlife conflict in LNNP.

To achieve the above objectives, the study adopted the empirical evidence for the analyses and presentation of data. In quantitative techniques, the analyses were supported by the use of statistical package for social science, proportions, percentages and averages to arrive at a general picture for the generation of conclusion. Qualitative data from questionnaires and active observation of some wildlife for instance baboon’s and monkey behavior, and other evidences were analyzed thematically employed into the computation of statistical tables, bar graphs as well as charts.

Human-Wildlife Conflict has become a serious problem in different parts of the world with adverse impacts on lives of the local people. This has been attributed to a number of factors including the fact that human population increases but the resources available are fixed. Close to the protected areas for instance, the problem is very serious with the local communities’ interaction with wildlife creating negative impacts to both sides. Destruction of property, transmision of diseases, deaths, attacks and injuries are some of the impacts associated with HWC in such areas. In each of these impacts, most often local communities reataliate by killing the wildlife because of the feeling that wildlife have no benefit to them but rather the root cause of their problems.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• DEDICATION
• ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
• TABLE OF CONTENTS
• LIST OF TABLES
• ABREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS
• ABSTRACT
• CHAPTER ONE
  • 1.0 Introduction
  • 1.1 Background information
  • 1.2 Statement of the problem
  • 1.3 Purpose of the study
  • 1.4 Study objectives
  • 1.5 Research questions
  • 1.6 Significance of the study
  • 1.7 Limitations
  • 1.8 Delimitation
  • 1.9 Assumptions
• CHAPTER TWO
  • 2.0 Introduction
  • 2.1 The degree of impacts by different species of wildlife
  • 2.2 Human wildlife conflict hotspots
  • 2.3 Degree of impacts on lives of adjacent communities
    • i) Loss of life
    • ii) Disease transmission
    • iii) Injuries to people and wildlife
    • iv) Livestock predation
  • 2.4 Influence of population increase in human wildlife conflict
  • 2.5 Response and mitigation measures
  • 2.6 Conceptual Framework
  • 2.7 Summary of Gaps from the reviewed literature
• CHAPTER THREE
  • 3.0 Introduction
  • 3.1 Research Design
  • 3.2 Target population
  • 3.3 Sample size and sampling procedures
  • 3.4 Data collection procedures
  • 3.5 Data collection instruments
  • 3.6 Validity
  • 3.7 Reliability
  • 3.8 Data analysis
  • 3.9 Ethical considerations
• CHAPTER FOUR
  • 4.0 Introduction

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This research project investigates the impacts of human-wildlife conflict in Lake Nakuru National Park on the surrounding communities. The study aims to understand the extent of these impacts, identify key conflict hotspots, and analyze the influence of population growth on the conflict. It also explores the response and mitigation measures implemented to address the conflict.

• Impacts of Human-Wildlife Conflict
• Human-Wildlife Conflict Hotspots
• Influence of Population Growth on Conflict
• Response and Mitigation Measures
• Community Perceptions and Experiences

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

Chapter One provides an introduction to the research, outlining the background information, statement of the problem, purpose, objectives, research questions, and significance of the study. It also discusses the limitations, delimitation, and assumptions of the research. Chapter Two presents a comprehensive review of the relevant literature on human-wildlife conflict, focusing on the degree of impacts by different wildlife species, conflict hotspots, and the influence of population increase on the conflict. It explores various response and mitigation measures employed in similar contexts. Chapter Three describes the research methodology, including the research design, target population, sampling procedures, data collection methods, instruments, validity, reliability, and ethical considerations. Chapter Four will delve into the data analysis, presentation, and interpretation of the findings.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

The primary focus of this research project is on human-wildlife conflict, wildlife impacts, community livelihoods, population growth, and conservation efforts. The research seeks to understand the complex dynamics between human communities and wildlife populations, particularly in the context of Lake Nakuru National Park. Key concepts explored include conflict mitigation strategies, community involvement, and sustainable development.

• College: Kenyatta University
• Grade: 89.7
• Author: Hoseah Ojwang (Author)
• Publication Year: 2018
• Pages: 106
• Catalog Number: V1041486
• ISBN (eBook): 9783346465252
• ISBN (Book): 9783346465269
• Language: English
• Tags: human-wildlife, conflict, lake, nakuru, national, park, impacts, surrounding, communities