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Dr. Abiud Kaswamila is a Senior Lecturer specialized in Land-Use Planning and Management in protected area bio-networks. In 1991 he received his BA (Hons) degree in Land-Use Planning and Environmental studies at the University of Dar es Salaam. He then joined Mlingano Agricultural Research Institute (Tanga) as an Agricultural Research 0fficer. Between 1993 and 1995, Dr. Kaswamila pursued his Postgraduate Diploma and Msc in Land use planning at the Institute of Aerial Surveys (ITC) in the Netherlands. After his studies Dr. Kaswamila re-joined Mlingano Research Instutute till 2000 when he joined Mweka Wildlife College. In 2003, Dr. Kaswamila left for UK for Doctorate studies at the University of Greenwich and completed successfully in 2006. Dr. Kaswamila also holds a certificate and diploma in land use planning.
Dr. Kaswamila is mainly interested in three main areas, viz: wildlife corridor planning and management, conservation and development and conflict mitigation in protected area bio-networks. During his 20 years work experience, Dr. Kaswamila has managed to undertake various research and consultancy assignments. He has managed to publish several works in both local and international journals. Dr. Kaswamila is also a member of different professional bodies
Membership
East African Soil Science Society
The Wildlife Conservation Society of Tanzania (WCST)
East African Soil Science Society
Indigenous/Local Communities, Equity, and Protected Areas (TILCEPA)
Commission on Environmental, Economic, and Social Policy (CEESP)
CONSULTANCIES
Land Use Planning for Conservation and Development in Wildlife Corridors - TANAPA out-reach managers (2007).
Inventory of Game in Mgori Forest - LAMP (Singida) Program (2001)
Soil and Water Conservation training - East Usambara Catchment Forestry Project (EUCFP) (Tanga) Extension Staff (1997 & 1998)
Soil and Water Conservation training for villagers adjacent to EUCFP (Tanga) (1998)
Land Use Planning and environmental management - American Peace Corps
Publications
Kaswamila, A.L (2007). Land Use Planning for Conservation and Development Training Manual. CAWM Internal Publication, Mweka - Moshi
Kaswamila, A.L. (2006). Evaluation of Land Use Plans in Protected Area Bio-networks in Northeastern Tanzania. PhD Thesis. University of Greenwich, UK (Mimeo)
Kaswamila, A.L. (2006). Impact of Participatory Land Use Plans in Northern Tanzania Rangelands. Paper presented during the International Conference on Ecosystems Changes and Implications on Livelihood of Rural Communities in Africa, Kunduchi Beach Hotel, Dar es Salaam. 18-20th October 2006.
Kaswamila, A.L. (2006). Impact of Wildlife on Household Food Security and Income in Northern Tanzania. (In Press), Journal of Human Dimensions of Wildlife.
Kaswamila, A.L. (2006). Mitigation of Land Use Conflicts in Western Serengeti National Park. Paper Presented at NAEP Conference in USA, 5-8 March, 2007.
Kaswamila, A.L., and Masuruli, B. (2005). Role of Chamazi Farming Systems in Alleviating Poverty in the Semi-arid Areas of Lushoto District. REPOA Research Report. Mkuki na Nyota Publishers, Dar es Salaam.
Kaswamila, A.L. (2006). Impact of Game on Household Food Security and income: The Case of Serengeti District. REPOA, Dar es Salaam (in press).
Durrant, J., Udall, S., Durrant, M. and Kaswamila, A.L. (2003). Obstacles and Opportunities for Community Conservation on Mt. Kilimanjaro. Paper Presented during the 26th Annual Applied Geography Conference at Colorado Adams Mark Hotel. November 5-8, 2003
Thurgood, L., Kaswamila, A.L., Marandu, M., Durrant, J. and Durrant, M. (2003). Kilimanjaro Residents Attitudes Towards Community Conservation. Paper Presented during the 26th Annual Applied Geography Conference at Colorado Adams Mark Hotel. November 5-8, 2003.
Kaswamila, A.L., Kahana, L. and Matungwa, P. (2003). Ethno-ecology and Modern Wildlife Management. The Case of Ikoma Tribe Adjacent to Serengeti National Park. Paper Presented at the 5th TAWIRI Annual Conference, Arusha, Tanzania. 4-6th December 2003.
Kaswamila, A.L., (2002). Impact of Community Conservation Services in Conservation. Paper Presented during TAWIRI Annual Conference, Arusha, Tanzania. 3-4th December 2002.
Kaswamila, A.L (2002). Training Needs Assessment in WMAs. CAWM Intenal Publication, Mweka, Moshi
Kaswamila, A.L (2002). Geographical Information Systems and Remote Sensing Training Manual. CAWM Internal Publication, Mweka, Moshi.
Kaswamila, A.L (2002). Land Use Planning for Conservation Training Manual. CAWM Internal Publication, Mweka, Moshi.
Kaswamila, A.L (2002). Wildlife Economics Training Manual. CAWM Internal Publication, Mweka, Moshi.
Ngailo, J.A., Kaswamila, A.L., and Senkoro, C.J., (2002). Rice in the Farming Systems of Maswa District and it’s Contribution to Poverty Alleviation. REPOA Report no. 12, 2002. REPOA, Dar es Salaam
Kaswamila, A.L., Kadigi, R., Masuruli, B., Chambegga, O., Msyani, E., and Mwakamela, B., (2002). Status of Game in Mgori Forest, Singida District. Paper Presented during TAWIRI Annual Conference, Arusha, Tanzania. 3-4th December 2002
Mkavidanda, T., and Kaswamila, A.L., and (2001). The Role of Vinyungu in Alleviating Poverty in Iringa District. Research Report no. 01.2. Mkuki na Nyota, 2001.
Kaswamila, A.L. (1999). Simple Techniques of Soil and Water Conservation in Steep Slopes for Small Scale Farmers. Mlingano Internal Publications. Mlingano, Tanga.
Kaswamila, A.L. (1999). Enhancing Soil Fertility for Small Scale Farmers (Mboji na Samadi). Mlingano Internal Publications. Mlingano, Tanga.
Kaswamila, A.L., (1998). Geographical Information Systems and its Potential Application in Developing countries. In: Tanzania Agricultural Research Newsletter, December 1998.
Kaswamila, A.L., (1998). Vinyungu and the Environment. Paper presented during the Annual Water Experts Conference at AICC, Arusha, Tanzania. December 14-19, 1998.
Kaswamila, A.L., (1997). Soil and Water Conservation for Small-scale Farmers. A Tutorial. NSS Internal Publications, Mlingano Research Institute, Tanga, Tanzania.
Kaswamila, A.L., and Mkavidanda, J.A. (1997). The Neglect of Traditional Agroforestry (TAF) and its Effects on Soil Erosion and Yield. The Case of West Usambara ITC Journal, 3-4, 321.
Kaswamila, A.L., (1995). Assessment of Certain Soil Conservation Practices in the West Usambara Mountains. Msc. Thesis. ITC-Netherlands. Mimeo.
Mkavidanda T., and Kaswamila, A.L. (1992). Erosivity Studies at Mlingano. Paper Presented during Annual East Africa Soil science Conference. East Africa Soil Science Journal, 1, 20-24.
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