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Type:
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Conference Paper |
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Author:
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Dhliwayo, Mutuso |
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Conference:
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The Commons in an Age of Globalisation, the Ninth Biennial Conference of the International Association for the Study of Common Property |
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Location:
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Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe |
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Conf. Date:
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June 17-21, 2002 |
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Date:
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2002 |
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URI:
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https://hdl.handle.net/10535/638
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Sector:
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Global Commons
General & Multiple Resources |
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Region:
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Africa |
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Subject(s):
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IASC
common pool resources
resource management
cooperation--international
environmental policy
international law
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Abstract:
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"The concept of international peace parks and trans-boundary natural resources conservation areas (TBCAs) developed for the better management of shared natural resources is not new globally though it is in Southern Africa. While trans-boundary cooperations have been going on for a long time in other parts of the world, its only now that they are taking root in Southern Africa. This is on the background of the realization that while the region has sound management practices to ensure that the shared and diversified resources of the region continue to be protected and sustainably utilized, there is room to improve through shared management of such resources.
"If these shared resources are not managed properly, there is a potential for regional conflicts and disputes that can lead to the destruction of ecosystems that transcends national boundaries. On the other hand, if these shared resources are properly managed, they can be a vehicle for co-operation and prosperity for the whole region.
"This paper looks at Trans-Boundary Natural Resources Management (TBNRM) initiatives in Southern Africa with special focus on how policies, laws and regulations can be harmonized for integrated management of ecosystems, which are not limited by the artificial boundaries between countries. The paper will go further to point out that harmonisation alone is not enough. If TBNRM is to realise its full potential, there is need for full participation as major stakeholders by those communities that are affected by these initiatives. These communities are important stakeholders."
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