Vol. 2013 No. 1 (2013)

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Villagers' Perception Survey Methodology on Climate Change Adaptation Techniques in the Kenyan Highlands: Synergizing Local Knowledge

Okoth Kigen, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE), Nairobi Kibet Cherono, International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (ICIPE), Nairobi Wafula Waithaka, Moi University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18994105
Published: January 20, 2013

Abstract

The Kenyan Highlands face significant challenges due to climate change, necessitating effective adaptation strategies. A mixed-methods approach including surveys and focus group discussions was employed. Quantitative data were analysed using descriptive statistics to identify patterns among respondents. Findings indicated that 75% of participants viewed traditional farming methods as the most effective adaptation strategy, with a significant correlation (r = 0.82) between age and preference for local knowledge integration in climate change solutions. The survey methodology successfully captured villagers' perspectives on climate change adaptation, emphasising the importance of local wisdom in climate resilience efforts. Further research should focus on scaling up successful adaptation techniques identified through this study to broader communities in the Kenyan Highlands. Villagers Climate Change Adaptation Survey Methodology Local Knowledge

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Okoth Kigen, Kibet Cherono, Wafula Waithaka (2013). Villagers' Perception Survey Methodology on Climate Change Adaptation Techniques in the Kenyan Highlands: Synergizing Local Knowledge. African Optics Journal (Pure Science), Vol. 2013 No. 1 (2013). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18994105

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KenyaHighlandsClimate ChangeAdaptation StrategiesSurvey MethodologyFocus Group DiscussionsCommunity Engagement

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