The role of local institutions in reducing vulnerability to recurring natural disasters and in sustainable livelihoods development: Mozambique Case Study

Matsimbe, Z.

The role of local institutions in reducing vulnerability to recurring natural disasters and in sustainable livelihoods development: Mozambique Case Study

Assessing the Role of Local Institutions in Reducing the Vulnerability of At-Risk Communities in Búzi, Central Mozambique

Year of publication 2003

Pages 62

Author Matsimbe, Z.

Product type Book (stand-alone)

Edition 1

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Synopsis (short abstract) This study aims at understanding the role of local institutions and organisations in reducing people’s vulnerability to natural hazards. It was based in Búzi District, where two villages, namely Munamícua and Boca, were selected for the fieldwork. Both sites still reflect the impact of the events of 2000 in the highly vulnerable livelihoods of their households. The research methodology involved multidisciplinary methods and techniques. Data was gathered from a number of institutions before the f ieldwork was conducted.

Language English

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