Proximate causes and perceptions of livestock keepers toward the risks of illegal grazing in Serengeti National Park

Livestock keepers in Serengeti National Park (SNP) primarily graze illegally due to insufficient pasturage and water in surrounding districts, compounded by high cattle competition. While most fear arrest within the park, large herders mitigate risks from wild animals using defensive techniques. The study highlights the need for authorities to adapt grazing practices based on rangeland conditions, stocking rates, and readiness to reduce illegal grazing. Conducted via semi-structured questionnaires, this research sheds light on the proximate causes and perceptions of risks among livestock keepers in SNP.

Matungwa, L. E., Joseph Kegamba, J., Wilbard Kisingo, A., & Masuruli, M. B. (2024). Proximate causes and perceptions of livestock keepers toward the risks of illegal grazing in Serengeti National Park. African Geographical Review, 44(1), 30–47. https://doi.org/10.1080/19376812.2024.2318752