Browsing by Author "Malekani, A.W"

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Application of indigenous agro-biodiversity knowledge for climate change adaptation and its effects on food security and cash income among local communities in Masasi and Nachingwea districts, Tanzania
(CCIAM) Malekani, A.W; Chailla, A.M; Wamunza, A
Application of indigenous agro-biodiversity knowledge for climate change adaptation and its effects on food security and cash income among local communities in Masasi and Nachingwea districts, Tanzania
(CCIAM, 2014) Malekani, A.W; Chailla, A.M; Wamunza, A
This study was carried out in Masasi and Nachingwea districts in Tanzania to provide empirical evidence of existing indigenous knowledge (IK) related to agro-biodiversity surrounding the local communities and how that knowledge contributes to adaptation to climate changes and their livelihoods. The study employed two research designs namely case study and cross sectional survey. Hence, a combination of tools including semi-structured questionnaires, Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and key informant interviews were used for data collection. The research findings showed that farmers possess a wide range of indigenous knowledge, which they use in the management of agro-biodiversity, adaptation to climatic changes and for improving their livelihoods. The indigenous knowledge identified include those on soil characteristics, soil fertility and infertility, cropping systems, seed storage and use of wild food products. It was recommended that such indigenous knowledge be harnessed and used in other similar localities to foster ability of farmers to adapt to climate changes and improve livelihoods of local communities
Awareness and use of Web 2.0 technologies in sharing of agricultural knowledge in Tanzania
(Knowledge Management and E-Learning Journal) Mtega, W.P; Dulle, F.W; Malekani, A.W; Chailla, A.M
Examining local communities’ sources of indigenous knowledge for management of agro-biodiversity in Masasi and Nachingwea districts, Tanzania
(International Journal of Current Research) Malekani, A.W
Examining local communities’ sources of indigenous knowledge for management of agro-biodiversity in Masasi and Nachingwea districts, Tanzania
(International Journal of Current Research, 2018-05-23) Malekani, A.W
The study was carried out in Masasi and Nachingwea districts to provide empirical evidence of how local communities access indigenous knowledge (IK) on management of agro-biodiversity surrounding them. The paper specifically sought to determine how local community’s access and share indigenous knowledge related to agro-biodiversity at local levels. The study employed a mixed method approach (case study and cross sectional survey). The research findings of the present study showed that farmers mainly relied on the local (internal) sources of knowledge to acquire IK, as compared to external and formal sources of knowledge. In terms of frequency of access, the responses showed again the predominance of the parents/guardian/family, neighbour/friends, social groups and village meetings as primary sources of IK they most frequently consulted. Finally the study suggests some recommendations as detailed in the paper.
The usage of e-resources among agricultural researchers and extension staff in Tanzania
(Library and Information Research) Mtega, W.P; Dulle, Frankwell, W; Malekani, A.W; Chailla, A.M