Dr. Salamatu Jidda – Fada, recently attended the 11th International Conference on Sustainable Development (ICSD), 2023 in Rome, Italy, where she presented a paper on “Comparable cases of hippo conservation in West Africa: Conflicts, Co – Existence and Rural Communities’ Empowerment.”
In the paper, co-authored by Taiwo C. Omotoriogun, Erasmus Owusu, Abdul-Rashid Alhassan, and Bello A. Danmallam, Dr. Salamatu highlighted the importance of community engagement and collaboration in hippo conservation efforts. She argued that by empowering rural communities to participate in decision-making and benefit from conservation initiatives, we can create a more sustainable future for both hippos and humans.
Human-hippo conflicts threaten both communities and hippos. Effective strategies are crucial for coexistence.
The research has shown that human-hippo conflicts are a major threat to both communities and hippos. Hippos can damage crops and livestock, and they can also be dangerous to people. However, hippos are also important to the ecosystem, and they play a vital role in water quality.
The importance of collaboration among stakeholders.
In her presentation, Dr. Salamatu emphasizes the importance of collaboration among all stakeholders in hippo conservation efforts. This includes governments, communities, conservation organizations, and the private sector. By working together, we can develop and implement effective strategies for coexistence.
A vision for peaceful coexistence and thriving communities and hippos.
Dr. Salamatu has a vision for a future where communities and hippos can coexist peacefully and thrive. She believes that by empowering rural communities and collaborating with all stakeholders, we can create a sustainable future for both.
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