Pub Date : 2023-03-01DOI: 10.1080/03736245.2023.2183890
Chantel Chiloane, T. Dube, C. Shoko
ABSTRACT Groundwater dependent vegetation (GDV) is increasingly threatened by the transformation of the natural environment. An understanding of the nature of GDV at the appropriate scale helps environmental managers make suitable decisions. This study assesses the potential for mapping the distribution of GDV within the Heuningnes Catchment using multispectral remotely sensed data (i.e., Landsat 8 (L8) and Sentinel 2 (S2)), the derived vegetation indices (Normalised Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) and the Soil-Adjusted Vegetation Index (SAVI)) and in-situ data. The GDV distribution maps were produced by integrating vegetation productivity, landcover, and topographic layers as GDV indicators. The findings of the study revealed that the spectral indices had a significant influence on the sensor’s GDV classification performance. Specifically, the S2-derived SAVI mapped the GDV areas with the highest overall accuracy (97%), followed by the S2-derived NDVI, with an accuracy of 95%. Comparatively, the L8(NDVI) GDV map was achieved with an overall accuracy of 92% and the L8(SAVI) map had an overall accuracy of 96%. The estimated coverage of potential GDV within the catchment ranges between 2.34 and 2.60%. This work demonstrated the capabilities of a combined remote sensing and GIS methodological framework, which can improve our knowledge on GDV.
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Pub Date : 2023-02-26DOI: 10.1080/03736245.2023.2183891
W. Wessels, L. Tseane-Gumbi
ABSTRACT This study investigated physical infrastructural aspects as determinants of tourism development in Mahikeng, the provincial capital city of the North West Province. Using existing literature, physical infrastructural aspects necessary for tourism development in a city were identified. Through the creation and testing of hypotheses, insight into each identified physical infrastructural aspect in relation to tourism development in Mahikeng is presented. A total population sampling technique was used, and 62 of the 70 tourism businesses in Mahikeng responded to an online survey. The data was analysed, using SPSS, and descriptive results and a structural equation model (SEM) were developed. From the SEM model, the results indicated that fibre internet infrastructure is the biggest determinant of tourism development in Mahikeng. This was followed by basic service infrastructure, transport infrastructure and supporting infrastructure. As this study is the first to be done in Mahikeng, the results highly contribute to provincial and municipal governments attempt to initiate new development projects aiding in tourism development in this city.
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Pub Date : 2023-02-10DOI: 10.1080/03736245.2023.2174174
Unine van den Berg, M. Mearns
ABSTRACT Researchers not only respond to a strategic direction; their discovery of emerging issues also make them accountable to guide policy reform. The alignment of environmental doctoral research with environmental-related legislation and policy documents in South Africa is unknown. Doctoral research from 1998, the inception date of the National Environmental Management Act, to 2017 was analysed through a systematic literature review strategy and content analysis to determine the alignment of doctoral research topics to the key strategic environmental themes derived from 1 African policy document and 10 South African policy documents and legislation. A comparative knowledge map was developed to graphically represent the extent of alignment, the under-researched themes, gaps and the potential niche areas for future research. The comparative knowledge map assists in discovering where the knowledge is located, and where the gaps exist. It further offers policymakers and researchers a clear way to make decisions on past and current focus areas and points out where potential future research and practitioners’ foci should be. The extent to which South African research is responsive to national environmental priorities and goals is now known and environmental-related research is expected to demonstrate real-world relevance, not only aligning with policy but also guiding policy reform.
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Pub Date : 2023-01-25DOI: 10.1080/03736245.2023.2167856
L. Christie, N. Sonnenberg
ABSTRACT Emerging economies harbour increasing consumption patterns with detrimental social and environmental consequences. This study postulated that satisfaction with life determines consumers’ social contribution and environmental well-being (as sub-dimensions of their overall subjective well-being), which in turn contribute to their conscientious decision-making, especially regarding resource-intensive white goods. Acquiring such goods necessitates conscious thought surrounding the future implications of its use. A non-probability purposive sampling approach yielded a sample of 320 middle- to high-income consumers who were acquiring appliances. Structural equation modelling was performed on the survey data. Satisfaction with life was found to be an equally strong determinant of social contribution and environmental well-being. In turn, environmental well-being was the strongest predictor of respondents’ consideration for future environmental consequences in their decision-making. However, more attention is needed to improve consumers’ satisfaction with life and their subjective.
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Pub Date : 2023-01-19DOI: 10.1080/03736245.2023.2167855
Gaositwe Lillian Pelane, Mulalu I. Mulalu, G. Mmopelwa, M. T. Stone
ABSTRACT The unsustainable exploitation of savanna woodland resources in Botswana threatens the capabilities of the ecosystem to provide goods and services that are vital to rural household livelihoods, hence affecting the ecosystem sustainability and rural livelihoods. Therefore, this study documented the levels of rural households’ dependence on and socio-economic factors contributing to woodland resource dependency in Foley and Makomoto localities. Data was obtained in 92 sampled households using semi-structured questionnaires. The probit model was used to predict factors contributing to woodland resource dependency. Results established that rural household adapted various portfolios of livelihood activities which contribute to household income. Furthermore, woodland resources have a great significance to rural households’ well-being. The results show that the income derived from the woodland resources constitutes 58% in Makomoto and 43% in Foley of the total household income. The econometric results revealed that education, place of residence, non-agricultural income and household size significantly influenced the dependence on woodland resources . Woodland dependency decreased with educational level and non-agricultural income. Hence, a need to promote education and non-farming enterprises in rural communities. To combat unsustainable exploitation of the woodland resources, this study recommends the introduction of a community monitoring tool to rural communities.
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Pub Date : 2022-12-18DOI: 10.1080/03736245.2022.2150283
Thapelo Josias Kgomo, Lee-Ann S Modley
ABSTRACT Many studies around the world have shown differences between generational cohorts in levels of concern about global environmental change. Global environmental change caused by the anthropogenic practices poses a threat to human life as well as biodiversity, and it is perpetuated by the lack of awareness of environmental sustainability. To spread awareness where it is lacking, it is important to determine which generation is more concerned about global environmental change. This study analysed the Knowledges, Attitudes and Practices of Gen X and Gen Z to determine which one is more concerned about global environmental change. There were no significant differences seen between the two generations in their respective levels of green knowledgeand their level of concern for climate change and environmental problems. There was, however, a significant difference in the peer discussions on global warming of the two cohorts; the results revealed that discussions are more common in the Gen X cohort. Investigating environmental perceptions in light of generational cohorts is of importance to environmental groups seeking to communicate with different generational cohorts to push the climate change movement forward, strategise better for climate adaptation plans and for policy makers to better advocate for climate action.
{"title":"Do younger generations care more about environmental issues? A comparison of perceptions between Gen Z and Gen X in Jo-hannesburg, South Africa","authors":"Thapelo Josias Kgomo, Lee-Ann S Modley","doi":"10.1080/03736245.2022.2150283","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/03736245.2022.2150283","url":null,"abstract":"ABSTRACT Many studies around the world have shown differences between generational cohorts in levels of concern about global environmental change. Global environmental change caused by the anthropogenic practices poses a threat to human life as well as biodiversity, and it is perpetuated by the lack of awareness of environmental sustainability. To spread awareness where it is lacking, it is important to determine which generation is more concerned about global environmental change. This study analysed the Knowledges, Attitudes and Practices of Gen X and Gen Z to determine which one is more concerned about global environmental change. There were no significant differences seen between the two generations in their respective levels of green knowledgeand their level of concern for climate change and environmental problems. There was, however, a significant difference in the peer discussions on global warming of the two cohorts; the results revealed that discussions are more common in the Gen X cohort. Investigating environmental perceptions in light of generational cohorts is of importance to environmental groups seeking to communicate with different generational cohorts to push the climate change movement forward, strategise better for climate adaptation plans and for policy makers to better advocate for climate action.","PeriodicalId":46279,"journal":{"name":"South African Geographical Journal","volume":"74 1","pages":"402 - 421"},"PeriodicalIF":1.4,"publicationDate":"2022-12-18","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"87742172","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"社会学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pub Date : 2022-12-15DOI: 10.1080/03736245.2022.2154524
S. Lottering, P. Mafongoya, R. Lottering
ABSTRACT Drought is a phenomenon that leads to complex issues that affect vulnerable communities across the globe. Small-scale farmers and rural communities are considered the most vulnerable to the impacts of drought, due to their high reliance on agriculture and the numerous socio-economic conditions that sustain their vulnerability. Understanding the perceptions of those that are the most vulnerable to drought as well as the relevant stakeholders that are involved in drought management is important to gain a holistic understanding of the impacts of droughts and how they affect individuals from various socio-economic backgrounds. The objective of this research study was to assess the perceptions of droughts from a Multi-stakeholder perspective. This was achieved by assessing a range of stakeholder perceptions utilizing a conceptual framework for drought perception which is built on the elements that shape perceptions of drought which are, experience, memory, definitions and expectations. The study utilized a qualitative research approach incorporating focus group discussions, interviews and participatory research techniques. The results of the research study revealed that drought is a relative concept and is experienced differently by individuals from different socio-economic backgrounds. This also influenced the way respondents adapted to the impacts of droughts.
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Pub Date : 2022-11-21DOI: 10.1080/03736245.2022.2148723
S. Dlamini, E. Block, Nondumiso Mathibela
ABSTRACT This study used survey results to describe selected adult South Africans’ knowledge of and attitudes towards the attainment of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Results revealed that more females than males claimed to have been taught about the SDGs and that more young people than the elderly claimed to have adequate knowledge of the SDGs. Results also revealed that those with a high school education claimed not to have been taught about SDGs, whilst those with a Masters education claimed to have been taught about SDGs. Interestingly, half of the PhD graduates indicated that they had not been taught about SDGs, which may indicate that increased levels of education do not translate into a better knowledge of the SDGs. In terms of the perceived impact of COVID-19 on the attainment of SDGs, results indicated that the majority of respondents aged between 31–40, believed that the pandemic has made the SDGs less attainable by 2030, with much fewer younger respondents expressing such a sentiment. Respondents with higher levels of education were of the view that COVID-19 will have a negative effect on the attainment of the SDGs by 2030. These results are important for policy and developmental planning in the face of COVID-19.
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Pub Date : 2022-10-08DOI: 10.1080/03736245.2022.2129765
Vellim Nyama, G. Mukwada
ABSTRACT Contemporary development entails adopting democratic principles of all-inclusive participation, accountability of authorities to the citizens and transparency among others. This article examines the role of citizen participation in development planning in the Murewa Rural District (MRD). It used a mixed methods approach to collect data. Thirty interviews and eight focus group discussions (FGDs) with key informants that is council officials and government representatives were conducted. 396 survey questionnaires were used to collected data from community members and the statistical and thematic approach to analyse data. Results show that the role of citizens in development planning in MRD remains constrained and fragmented. This constrained development which citizens argue is designed and implemented by a few elites. Through decentralized and participatory development is evident within the structures in MRD it has not translated to the practical engagement of community members but an opportunity to establish working local government systems. The citizens are only limited to financial and political involvement through budgeting and the election of leaders. However, citizen involvement is a development goal critical in ensuring community-rooteddevelopment is achieved. The research recommends citizens be considered as agents of change in meaniful development acceptable to the community which it is meant to benefit.
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Pub Date : 2022-10-05DOI: 10.1080/03736245.2022.2129769
V. T. Gaeatlholwe, K. Langerman
ABSTRACT The share of renewable energy is expected to increase in South Africa’s energy mix. Motivated by concerns about renewable energy sprawl, this study quantifies the current and future (2050) land requirements for electricity generation in South Africa and evaluates the likely impact on natural biomes. Currently, around 340 km2 has been transformed for electricity generation (mainly coal-powered) and an additional 1 400 km2 is used for spacing requirements. Direct land use is expected to increase to 755–1080 km2 by 2050, and spacing requirements will increase to 10 700–16 750 km2 (0.9–1.4% of South Africa’s land area). South Africa has excellent potential for renewable energy generation, with 36% and 57% of the land area being suitable for solar and wind development, respectively. Assuming that future developments are built on the most suitable land in the Renewable Energy Development Zones, the Nama-Karoo Biome will be most affected. It is concluded that concerns about renewable energy sprawl should not limit South Africa’s renewable energy capacity expansion plans.
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