African Rural Geography (Geography/Social/Agri)

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2001 No. 1 (2001)

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Ecological Restoration Techniques in Uganda's Degraded Landscapes: Case Studies

Namugoa Ssempala, Department of Advanced Studies, Gulu University Mukaso Ssemogerere, Medical Research Council (MRC)/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit Bobiwon Kisau, Department of Advanced Studies, Gulu University Kabwisa Turyokye, Medical Research Council (MRC)/UVRI and LSHTM Uganda Research Unit
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18734478
Published: October 6, 2001

Abstract

Degraded landscapes in Uganda face significant environmental challenges impacting biodiversity and human livelihoods. A case study approach was employed to assess the impact of different ecological restoration methods, including reforestation with indigenous tree species and agroforestry practices. Data collection involved surveys, vegetation assessments, and soil analysis. Indigenous tree species showed a $r^2 = 0.75$ in enhancing soil fertility over two years, indicating significant positive correlation between restoration methods and soil improvement. Selected ecological restoration techniques demonstrated promising outcomes for improving degraded landscapes in Uganda, providing valuable insights for future conservation efforts. Further research should focus on scaling up successful restoration projects and integrating them into local agricultural practices to maximise benefits. Ecological Restoration, Degraded Landscapes, Indigenous Tree Species, Agroforestry Practices, Soil Fertility

How to Cite

Namugoa Ssempala, Mukaso Ssemogerere, Bobiwon Kisau, Kabwisa Turyokye (2001). Ecological Restoration Techniques in Uganda's Degraded Landscapes: Case Studies. African Rural Geography (Geography/Social/Agri), Vol. 2001 No. 1 (2001). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18734478

Keywords

Degraded LandscapesEcosystem RestorationConservation BiologyEcological EngineeringBiodiversity LossSustainable DevelopmentCase Studies

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