IAAJAH - IGWEBUIKE: An African Journal of Arts and Humanities
Vol. 10 No. 3, 2024
THE ECOLOGICAL BALANCE BETWEEN LAND USE, LAND RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES IN AFRICA
Charles B. Berebon, PhD & Amadi, Cornelius Chukwudi, PhD

ABSTRACT

This study investigates the intricate connection between African environmental issues, land use, and resource use. A significant problem in land management is the variety of landscapes, growing population, and economic development. The research illuminates unsustainable land practices, deforestation, soil degradation, and urbanisation that have resulted in the destruction of ecosystems and the modification of natural habitats. These anthropogenically generated changes aggravate environmental problems such as soil erosion, water scarcity, biodiversity loss, and climate change. Land resources significantly shape ecological circumstances. The varied landscapes of Africa have priceless resources such as fertile soil, freshwater, and mineral resources. Sustainable land management policy frameworks call for cooperation between governmental institutions, civil society organisations, academic institutions, and local communities to solve these environmental concerns. Understanding the complex interactions between land use and African resources requires useable strategies. This work argues that creating protected areas, zoning laws, encouraging good agriculture and forestry practices, and promoting environmental education at all levels of schooling can help Africa achieve sustainable land use. Further integration of indigenous knowledge and customary land management techniques is required. As a result of this integration, African communities will become much more closely knit. The current issue requires immediate attention. Fostering interdisciplinary cooperation and using a comprehensive approach are necessary. A healthy and prosperous future for Africa is possible when economic development is combined with environmental preservation.

Keywords: Land, Resources, Africa, Environment, Authorities
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