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Volume XIV |
Environment, Regional geography

Peasant perception of the importance of forests and local strategies for protecting forest spaces. Case study Central-West region of Burkina Faso

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Abstract: Forest resources are subjected to various pressures that threaten their existence. This necessitates the development of a management policy to enhance their sustainability. The objective of this study was to contribute to the development of a sustainable forest management policy based on endogenous practices. Data were collected from 201 households living near these forests through survey questionnaires. The chi-square statistical test was used to determine the relationship between each sociodemographic variable and their perception of forest-related issues, and the Kramer’s V contingency coefficient was used to evaluate the intensity of this relationship. The results of these analyses provided a range of indicators of the importance of the studied forests as perceived by peasants, with the most significant factors being flora and fauna conservation and improvement of rainfall. Furthermore, the results revealed relationships between peasant perception and certain sociodemographic variables, ranging from weak to strong levels. Additionally, this study highlights strategies such as self-awareness, individual plantations within concessions, and the maintenance of forest firebreaks undertaken by these households to protect the forests they live nearby. One limitation of this study is the lack of investigation into the effectiveness of these strategies proposed by the residents of the studied forests. Therefore, it is recommended that the forest authorities conduct a study to assess the effectiveness of these strategies, which would lead to the popularization of proven approaches.

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Full article 10.5775/fg.2025.1.3680Dates:
Received: 12-06-2023 Accepted: 22-04-2025 Printed: 30-06-2025 Online: 27-07-2025
Affiliations:
  • 1 Laboratory of Human and Social Sciences, Department of Geography, Norbert ZONGO University, Koudougou, Burkina Faso and University Center of Gaoua/ Nazi University BONI, Burkina Faso
  • 2 Laboratory of Human and Social Sciences, Department of Geography, Norbert ZONGO University, Koudougou, Burkina Faso
Corresponding author:
  • tiamiyukasimou@gmail.com
Author contributions: Conceptualization: Kasimou TIAMIYU and Isidore Pawendkisgou YANOGO; methodology: Kasimou TIAMIYU; formal analysis: Kasimou TIAMIYU; investigation: Kasimou TIAMIYU; writing— original draft preparation: Kasimou TIAMIYU and Isidore Pawendkisgou YANOGO; writing—review and editing, Isidore Pawendkisgou YANOGO. All authors have read and agreed to the published version of the manuscript.Declaration of interests: The authors declare no conflict of interest.
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Funding: This manuscript did not receive any external funding. The authors have personally covered the costs.Acknowledgements: The authors would like to thank the municipal authorities of the study sites and the decentralized state services for their accessibility and support in providing data. They also express their gratitude to all the local communities living near the study forests for their sincere collaboration.
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Volume XIV |
Human and economic geography, Regional geography

Livability assessment and socioeconomic impact indicators in Lagos Metropolis, Nigeria

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Abstract: The accelerating pace of global urbanisation has intensified the demand for livable urban environments, particularly in rapidly expanding cities like Lagos Metropolis, Nigeria. This study assessed city livability and socioeconomic impact indicators in Lagos Metropolis. It specifically evaluated livability indicators using both quantitative data and residents’ perceived livability data, with the aim of identifying the most livable areas of the city, understanding the perceived importance of indicators, determining those with the highest socioeconomic impact and identifying livability constraints across local government areas (LGAs). Drawing on qualitative secondary data and cross-sectional survey responses from 1,284 residents selected through multistage sampling, the study employed spatial descriptive statistics, weighted mean analysis and multiple linear regression to achieve its objectives. Findings revealed notable variations in livability across LGAs, with Eti-Osa identified as the most livable and Ifako-Ijaiye as the least. Residents’ assessments highlighted housing, transportation and urban facilities as top-rated priorities, reflecting a strong emphasis on shelter, mobility and access to basic services as essential components of urban life. In contrast, resilience, gender equality and urban governance were ranked as the least important livability indicators. Furthermore, physical development, social security and public utilities emerged as the top-rated socioeconomic impact indicators, suggesting that well-structured infrastructure, personal safety and reliable basic services significantly enhance residents’ socioeconomic wellbeing. Contrarily, urban resilience, gender equality, governance and poverty reduction were perceived as the least impactful in this regard. Major perceived constraints included poor transport coverage, high housing costs, flood risks and inadequate infrastructure accessibility. Regression analysis (F 1236/11 = 83.21, p-value = 0.000 < 0.05) confirmed that these livability constraints significantly affect residents’ urban commitment (length of stay in their respective LGAs). The study recommends prioritising affordable housing, sustainable transport systems, climate resilience strategies and inclusive urban governance to enhance livability and improve Lagos’s standing in global urban indices.

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Full article 10.5775/fg.2025.1.3678Dates:
Received: 26-05-2024 Accepted: 30-05-2025 Printed: 30-06-2025 Online: 27-07-2025
Affiliations:
  • 1 School of Environmental Studies, Department of Transport Planning and Management, The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Saki, Nigeria
  • 2 Faculty of Administration and Management Sciences, Department of Transport Management, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Nigeria
  • 3 School of Logistics and Innovation Technology, Department of Logistics and Transport Technology, Federal University of Technology, Nigeria
  • 4 Faculty of Administration and Management Sciences, Department of Transport Management, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye, Nigeria
Corresponding author:
  • ademolakanmu@gmail.com
  • umar.salisu@oouagoiwoye.edu.ng
Author contributions: Conceptualization, Akanmu A.A. Salisu, U.O. Gbadamosi K.T.; methodology, Salisu, U.O. Akanmu, A.A.; formal analysis, Akanmu A.A. Salisu, U.O..; investigation, Akanmu A.A. Salisu, U.O.; writing—original draft preparation, Akanmu A.A. Salisu, U.O. Sonde, D.R.; writing—review and editing, Gbadamosi K.T., Salisu, U.O. Sonde, D.R. Akanmu, A.A. All authors have read and agreed to the published version of the manuscript.Declaration of interests: The authors declare no conflict of interest.
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Funding: This research received no external funding.Acknowledgements: The authors appreciate the management and staff of the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority, Lagos State Waterways Authority, Lagos State Ministry of Transportation, Lagos State Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, and the residents of Lagos Metropolis, Nigeria.
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Volume XXII |
Human and economic geography, Regional geography

Geographical analysis of multidimensional poverty in India from 2005-2006 to 2021: An emerging scenario

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Abstract: The present study has made a thorough investigation into the spatial clustering, trend, and intensity of multidimensional poverty in India between 2005–2006 and 2021. Data has been obtained from the global multidimensional poverty report [developed by the Oxford Poverty and Human Development Initiative (OPHI) and UNDP] and the national report of the Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) for 2021 [prepared by NITI Aayog] for India based on the NFHS-3 and NFHS-4 datasets. The study shows that, despite significant interstate disparities, multidimensional poverty in India has decreased from 0.279 in 2005–2006 to 0.118 in 2021. States like Bihar, Jharkhand continue to experience extreme multidimensional poverty. The study demonstrates that even though the intensity of poverty has remained relatively constant, the poorer states are significantly more advanced in reducing poverty than the nation’s wealthier states. This suggests a pattern of pro-poor poverty reduction. Besides the study explores indicator-wise deprivation of MPI among the states and it is witnessed that Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Tripura, and Bihar have made splendid progress in reducing deprivation in different indicators (antenatal care, electricity, drinking water, assets) of multidimensional poverty, while the magnitude of deprivation is acute in several indicators like nutrition, cooking fuel, sanitation, and housing in these states. Based on the analysis, the present study suggests that India should undertake target-based interventions in poverty-prone regions to reduce poverty.

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Full article 10.5775/fg.2023.070.iDates:
Received: 12-01-2023 Accepted: 30-06-2023 Printed: 30-06-2023 Online: 26-09-2023
Affiliations:
  • 1 Institute of Science, Department of Geography, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India
Corresponding author:
  • soumyamondal1992@gmail.com
Author contributions: Conceptualization, methodology, writing – original draft – S.M.; Reviewing and Preparing Maps – S.K.; Reviewing and Editing – A.P.M. All authors have read and agreed to the published version of the manuscript.Declaration of interests: The authors declare no conflict of interest.
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Funding: This research received no external funding.
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Volume XXI |
Regional geography

Multidimensional approach for measuring female-based urban poverty in recently urbanizing societies: Sehore City of Madhya Pradesh, India as case study

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Abstract: The present study deals with selected aspect of measuring the prevalence of female-based multidimensional poverty in upcoming township of Sehore Municipal Council (Sehore M.C.) with limited economic opportunities reflected in economic poverty as such. The female-based urban poverty is also reflected even in households which are not below poverty line (BPL) and households with higher female work participation, suggesting that not only economic factors are at play when discussing the high rates of female-based socio-economic deprivation in the study area.The parameters selected for this research were considered to be relevant for the evaluation of female-based multidimensional poverty given the local conditions. The study is based on the methodology of multidimensional poverty index (MPI) given by UNDP (2010) in which six domains including housing poverty, economic poverty, educational poverty, health poverty, lack of time for relaxation and lack of empowerment and decision-making power, are selected to evaluate female-based MPI. In order to bring out spatial variation in concentration of female-based MPI, seventeen congested and crowded localities across four wards with varying percentage population of females and female workers were surveyed. The results show that fifteen localities (88%) scores as multidimensionally poor on female-based MPI; one locality is severely poor; and one is vulnerable to multidimensional poverty. Out of the six analysed domains, the contribution of lack of empowerment and decision-making power domain are contributing the most to the female-based MPI (nearly 24%). The study concludes with the justification for selecting the indicators in evaluating the female-based MPI in new-urbanizing society in India along with area specific suggestions to tackle with existing problem of female-based urban poverty in Sehore M.C.

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Full article 10.5775/fg.2022.088.iDates:
Received: 21-08-2021 Accepted: 08-03-2022 Printed: 30-06-2022 Online: 07-08-2022
Affiliations:
  • 1 Department of Geography, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, India
Corresponding author:
  • sparveen1@jmi.ac.in
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Volume XXI |
Regional geography

An ecological study of vulnerability to COVID-19 in Serbia – using Hotspot Analysis for Evidence-Based Population Health Policy

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Abstract: The risk of severe illness or death from COVID-19 is associated with specific demographic characteristics or composition of the population within geographic areas, and the spatial relationship between these areas. The aim of this paper is to identify areas with a higher concentration of population vulnerable to COVID-19, relying on the concept of spatial dependence. Hence, we focus on the share of vulnerable populations using several salient proxy measures at municipality level data for Serbia. The degree of vulnerability at the municipality level was determined by hotspot analysis, specifically the Getis-Ord Gi* statistics. The results indicate heterogeneity in the spatial patterning and typologies of clusters across Serbia. This spatial heterogeneity reveals potentially differing degrees of risk across municipalities. The results can inform decision-makers in the fight against COVID-19 by helping to identify those areas with vulnerable populations that if exposed may stress the local health care system.

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Full article 10.5775/fg.2022.103.iDates:
Received: 28-11-2021 Accepted: 03-05-2022 Printed: 30-06-2022 Online: 07-08-2022
Affiliations:
  • 1 Geographical Institute “Jovan Cvijić” SASA, Đure Jakšića 9, Belgrade, Serbia
  • 2 Marie Skłodowska-Curie Career-FIT Fellow, School of Computer Science and CeADAR, University College Dublin (UCD), Dublin, Ireland
  • 3 Department of Sociology and Criminology, the Department of Anthropology, and the Population Research Institute, the Pennsylvania State University, University Park, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Corresponding author:
  • s.lovic@gi.sanu.ac.rs
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Acknowledgements: The research in the paper was supported by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technological Development of the Republic of Serbia; Hamidreza Rabiei-Dastjerdi is a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Career-FIT Fellow at the UCD School of Computer Science and CeADAR (Ireland's National Centre for Applied Data Analytics & AI). Career-FIT has received funding from the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie grant agreement No. 713654.
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