African Journal of Gender and Development

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2003 No. 1 (2003)

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Rwanda's Land Law Reforms and Tenure Security Dynamics,

Amanda Bizimungu, Department of Research, University of Rwanda Agnes Uwizeye, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA) Amber Clark, University of Rwanda Julie Watson, Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18777432
Published: May 13, 2003

Abstract

Rwanda's land law reforms of have been a focal point in discussions about tenure security and legal frameworks for agricultural land. This analysis employs a qualitative approach, examining legislative documents, academic literature, and interviews with stakeholders to assess reform implementation. Significant shifts were observed towards more formalized land registration systems, leading to increased confidence among farmers regarding long-term land use rights. The reforms have notably enhanced tenure security but also highlighted challenges in equitable distribution of benefits across different socioeconomic groups. Future policy should prioritise strengthening legal enforcement and ensuring comprehensive coverage of all rural areas.

How to Cite

Amanda Bizimungu, Agnes Uwizeye, Amber Clark, Julie Watson (2003). Rwanda's Land Law Reforms and Tenure Security Dynamics,. African Journal of Gender and Development, Vol. 2003 No. 1 (2003). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18777432

Keywords

Geographic Terms: African Geography Methodological Terms: Case Study Theoretical Concepts: Comparative Law Policy Analysis Terms: Land Policy Social Science Theory: Institutional Change Urban Studies Concepts: Spatial Planning

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