Browsing by Author "Kulindwa, Kassim"

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    Complementarity of fishers' traditional ecological knowledge and conventional science: Contributions to the management of groupers (Epinephelinae) fisheries around Mafia Island, Tanzania
    (Ocean & Coastal Management, 2015) Gaspare, Lydia; Bryceson, Ian; Kulindwa, Kassim
    Traditional ecological knowledge (TEK) is increasingly advocated as a complementary source of information that can potentially be integrated into mainstream science, particularly to help improve fisheries management. However, less attention has been paid to identifying specific areas where the TEK of fishers may confirm or contradict conventional scientific knowledge (CSK); or where TEK may provide new insights for fisheries systems characterized by multi-species and multi-gear usage. We conducted a qualitative exploration of TEK of grouper fishing patterns and compared the findings with an analysis of catch data in order to elucidate the extent of fishing pressure on groupers. We further compared TEK of the ecology and biology of groupers with published CSK to understand the complementarity between the two domains. Data collection methods included structured open-ended questionnaire, semi-structured interviews with key informants, focus group discussions, personal observations and a literature review. Results indicate that TEK complements CSK in terms of catch assessment and the ecology of groupers. TEK provides additional information on fishing gear, specific grouper species caught, habitat use and feeding habits; however, TEK contradicts CSK regarding spawning aggregation behavior. TEK offers new knowledge on environmental threats facing groupers, but fishers lack knowledge on reproductive modes and life history traits (i.e. hermaphroditism and spawning season) of groupers. We conclude that, in a conducive democratic setting based upon mutual respect and trust, TEK can complement conventional science and help to make more informed management decisions for sustainable fishing.
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    Feasibility of Large-Scale Biofuel Production in Tanzania
    (2009-04) Majamba, Hamudi; Kulindwa, Kassim; Oscar, Kibazohi; Charles, Domician; Mwamila, Burton; Chijoriga, Marcelina; Temu, Abraham; John, Geofrey; Temu, RPC; Maliondo, Salim; Nchimbi - Msola, Susan; Mvena, Zebedayo; Matovelo; Lupala, John
    Tanzania is endowed with energy resources mix estimated at: 1,200 tons of coal of which 304 million tons are proven; 29.02 billion m3 of proven natural gas; 4.7 GW of macro- hydro (561 MW developed); 314 MW of mini hydro potential of which only 1.5% is developed; 150 MW of Geothermal (completely unexploited); 12 million TOE of biomass potential excluding biofuel; and a solar insolation of approximately 4.5 kW/km2/day. Due to under deployment of these energy sources, the commercial energy consumption is skewed in favour of imported petroleum. Petroleum importation consumes more than 30% of Tanzania’s foreign exchange earnings. The transport sector is the largest end user of imported petroleum fuels, consuming 40.5% of the total. Biofuel can have a direct use in the transport sector either in blended or in new generation flex technology. However, the advent of the biofuel has brought with it the debate on land issues, people’s welfare, food security and the environment. Thus, Tanzania needs to look into the biofuel business plantations prudently. This project on the feasibility of large-scale biofuel production in Tanzania was conceived on June 28, 2007 through the efforts of the study team and the then Ambassador of Sweden to Tanzania, HE Torvald Åkesson. It was endorsed by the Ministry of Energy and Minerals and Sida, through the Swedish Embassy agreed to finance the study, which commenced in March 2008. The study was undertaken by a multi-disciplinary team of 16 Tanzanian experts from the University of Dar es Salaam, Sokoine University of Agriculture and Ardhi University covering various fields, namely; engineering, agriculture, law, economics, commerce, land-use planning, environment, ecology, forestry, livestock.
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    The Integrated Assessment of Organic Agriculture in Tanzania Policy Options for Promoting Production and Trading Opportunities for Organic Agriculture
    (2007) Mella, Esther E.; Kulindwa, Kassim; Shechambo, Fanuel; Mesaki, Simeon
    This report presents an Integrated Assessment of organic agriculture (OA) in Tanzania, with cashew nut, honey and coffee as case studies of organically produced crops. It is intended to provide a justification for more policy support to OA sub-sector. The study is part of a wider East African programme supported by UNEP-UNCTAD-Capacity Building Task Force (CBTF) on Trade, Environment and Development to promote organic agriculture production and trade. ENVIROCARE1 is facilitating the implementation of the project in Tanzania under the overall guidance of the Tanzania Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Cooperatives.
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    Socio-Economic Dimensions of Biodiversity Loss in Tanzania
    (Dar es Salaam University Press, 2001, 2001) Kulindwa, Kassim; Sosovele, Hussein; Mgaya, Yunus D.
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    Socio-economic Dimensions of Biodiversity Loss in Tanzania
    (Dar es Salaam University Press (DUP), 2001) Kulindwa, Kassim; Sosovele, Hussein; Mgaya, Yunus D.