Conservation and Management of Woodlands

Plans and Strategies in Mau Forest in Kenya

Abstract

This research article examines the efficiency of various conservation and management techniques used in Mau Forest, which is one of Kenya’s most significant water catchment basins. It utilizes a mixed-methods approach in order to examine how various stakeholders (such as residents, government representatives, and conservationists) perceive plans and strategies employed in the management of forests. The research article tests the premise that insufficient community involvement, conflicting stakeholder interests, and poor enforcement have all contributed to the ineffectiveness of conservation and management plans and initiatives. Furthermore, it argues that the absence of explicit policies and norms has resulted in inconsistent application of techniques that endangers the forest’s long-term viability. In a nutshell, key themes include: community participation in conservation initiatives, the significance of successful policy implementation, and the necessity of stakeholder engagement in creating management plans. In its findings, it concludes by insisting on the adoption of a coordinated and inclusive strategy for forest management that incorporates stakeholder collaboration, community involvement, and practical policy implementation to preserve the long-term sustainability of Mau Forest.