Land Tenure Reform in Sub-Saharan Africa: Interventions in Benin, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Zimbabwe

This book examines the impacts of land tenure reform interventions implemented in Benin, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Zimbabwe and applies a realist synthesis methodology to explore the socio-political and economic contexts. It will be of great interest to students and scholars of land management and use, land and property law, tenure security, agrarian studies, political economy, and sustainable development.

Format: Hardback
Length: 114 pages
Publication date: 03 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This study examines the impacts of land tenure reform interventions implemented in Benin, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Zimbabwe. It analyses the results of carefully selected, authoritative studies on interventions in these countries and applies a realist synthesis methodology to explore the socio-political and economic contexts. The study will be of great interest to students and scholars of land management and use, land and property law, tenure security, agrarian studies, political economy, and sustainable development.

Land tenure reform interventions have been implemented in various countries with the aim of improving access to and security of land rights for rural populations. These interventions have been motivated by a range of factors, including poverty, inequality, and the need to promote sustainable development.

One of the key findings of this study is that land tenure reform interventions can have significant impacts on the social, economic, and environmental outcomes of rural communities. For example, interventions that improve access to land can increase agricultural productivity, improve food security, and create employment opportunities. Similarly, interventions that promote tenure security can reduce land disputes and conflicts, improve social cohesion, and promote sustainable land use practices.

However, the success of land tenure reform interventions is dependent on a range of factors, including the design and implementation of the interventions, the political and economic context, and the social and cultural dynamics of the communities involved. This study highlights the need for a nuanced and context-specific approach to land tenure reform, as well as the importance of engaging with local communities and stakeholders in the design and implementation of these interventions.

In conclusion, this study provides valuable insights into the impacts of land tenure reform interventions and highlights the need for a comprehensive and context-specific approach to these interventions. It is hoped that this study will contribute to the ongoing debate on land tenure reform and promote more effective and sustainable land management practices in the future.

Weight: 390g
Dimension: 216 x 138 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032430843