Assessing human–wildlife interactions adjacent to protected areas in northern Tanzania
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 21835616 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Naza Mmbaga (0000-0002-7636-229X, The University of Dodoma, corresponding author), Naza E Mmbaga (The University of Dodoma), Franco Peniel Mbise (0000-0002-5825-5984, The University of Dodoma), Franco Mbise (The University of Dodoma), Ezekiel M Goboro (The University of Dodoma), Hans John (The University of Dodoma), Odilia J Jofrey (The University of Dodoma), Hello Noela (The University of Dodoma), Julius Modest Kimaro (College of African Wildlife Management), Kelvin Ngongolo (0000-0001-9105-5645, The University of Dodoma) |
| Year | 2026 |
| Volume | 45 |
| Issue | 4 |
| Pages | 350-365 |
| Publication date | 2026-06-07 |
| Peer Reviewed | Yes |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | African Geographical Review (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 1937-6812 • E-ISSN: 2163-2642 |
| Publisher | Informa UK Limited (PUBLISHER • GB) |
| DOI | 10.1080/19376812.2025.2566173 |
| OpenAlex | W4414888856 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 34 |
Human–wildlife interactions (HWI) are recognized adjacent to protected areas in Northern Tanzania. However, there is limited understanding of the visitations across different wildlife species and threats posed by different wildlife species in the region. This study investigated the frequency of wildlife interactions, associated problems, and benefits in villages near Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tarangire National Park, and Lake Manyara National Park. Using questionnaires, field visits, and focus group discussions, we found that elephants and zebras frequently interact with communities, with crop damage affecting 85% of respondents. Other issues include human attacks (53%) and livestock predation (32%). Benefits, such as employment (60%), health services, and infrastructure, vary significantly across villages. This study adds insights into HWI and recommends these interactions be closely monitored, with benefits fairly distributed among neighboring villages to promote long-term wildlife conservation. Such efforts will reduce threats to humans while enhancing sustainable wildlife conservation and improving community well-being
Biodiversity · Indigenous · Pastoralism · Protected area · Tanzania · Conservation, Biodiversity, and Resource Management · Rangeland Management and Livestock Ecology · Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
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| Citation velocity | historical |
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| Highly cited | No |