Perceptions of local communities on legislation governing the use of natural resources in Coffee bay and Hole in-the wall, Mqanduli, Eastern Cape, South Africa
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Authors
Mahlangabeza, Neliswa Joyce
Issue Date
2016-03
Type
Dissertation
Language
en
Keywords
Natural resources , Environmental legislation , Community–based natural resource management , Sustainable use , Awareness sessions , Alignment , Planning , Coastal Conservation Area , Communities , Consultation
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Abstract
The study was aimed at assessing perceptions of local communities on the use of coastal natural resources in Coffee Bay and the “Hole in-the Wall” area. The environmental impact caused by non–compliance with environmental legislation was also assessed. Data was obtained through interviews conducted with members of 50 households chosen randomly and questionnaires that were distributed to government departments in charge of the resources. The study found that due to high illiteracy and unemployment in the area, people were compelled to use the available coastal natural resources to satisfy their basic needs. About 70% of them were aware of the legislation but felt they could not comply with it since they had not been consulted. The study’s recommendations are that the community should be consulted on legislation, more environmental awareness campaigns should be conducted and government plans should be aligned in terms of service delivery
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Citation
Mahlangabeza, Neliswa Joyce (2016) Perceptions of local communities on legislation governing the use of natural resources in coffee bay and hole in-the wall, Mqanduli, Eastern Cape, South Africa, University of South Africa, Pretoria, <http://hdl.handle.net/10500/20677>