scholarly journals Socio-economic Impact on Natural Resources in Musk Deer National Park (MDNP)-guraiz Valley, District Neelum, Azad Kashmir, Pakistan

2016 ◽  
Vol 35 (3) ◽  
pp. 110-116
Author(s):  
Abdul Jalil ◽  
Khalida Khan ◽  
Muhammad Arshad ◽  
Li Yiping
Keyword(s):  
Natural Resources ◽  
Economic Impact ◽  
National Park ◽  
Musk Deer ◽  
Socio Economic Impact ◽  
Azad Kashmir

scholarly journals The socio-economic impact of the Table Mountain National Park

2013 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 439-458
Author(s):  
Melville Saayman ◽  
Andrea Saayman ◽  
Riaan Rossouw
Keyword(s):  
Economic Impact ◽  
National Parks ◽  
National Park ◽  
Economic Value ◽  
Community Survey ◽  
Social Accounting Matrix ◽  
Table Mountain ◽  
Socio Economic Impact ◽  
The One ◽  
Economic And Social Impacts

This article will determine the socio-economic impact of South Africa’s largest urban national park, and the one that attracts the most visitors. Because national parks have more functions than mere conservation, the following questions arise: “What economic and social impacts are created by such parks?” and “How do communities benefit from allocating land for conservation?” Little research on this topic has been conducted in Southern Africa, and this research therefore contributes to our knowledge. Two surveys were conducted. One focused on the communities surrounding the park and the other on visitors to the park. A Social Accounting Matrix (SAM) determined the economic value. Results showed that, although the park attracts the most visitors, it does not generate the greatest income when compared to other national parks. Results concerning the community survey revealed that the surrounding communities have very positive perceptions, although they believe the impacts to be more economic than social. Problem areas were also identified.

scholarly journals The socio-economic impact of the Karoo National Park

Koedoe ◽  
2009 ◽  
Vol 51 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Melville Saayman ◽  
Andrea Saayman ◽  
Madelien Ferreira
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Economic Impact ◽  
National Parks ◽  
National Park ◽  
Economic Value ◽  
Local Economy ◽  
Business Survey ◽  
Socio Economic Impact ◽  
Tourist Survey ◽  
The Impact

National parks in South Africa are seen as major tourism assets due to the wildlife and various activities for international and local visitors. Little is known of the socio-economic contribution of these parks to their respective local economies. The purpose of this research was to determine the socio-economic impact of the Karoo National Park (Karoo NP) in South Africa, especially the economic impact of the Karoo NP on the local economy, the impact of tourism business development in the Karoo district, and how the park affects the community. Three surveys were used to determine the socio-economic impact: a community survey, a business survey and a tourist survey. The results show that the park has an impact in terms of production, income generation and employment in the area, but this impact is not as significant as that of other national parks in South Africa. A small percentage (4%) of businesses in Beaufort West owe their existence to the Karoo NP, but most rely on tourist spending. For the park to have a greater impact, it is imperative to increase accommodation capacity, offer more activities and promote activities and attractions in the region.Conservation implication: The importance of this article lies in the economic value that conservation management generates as well as identifying the benefits that communities derive from the existence of a national park. It also supports the notion that conservation entails more than just conserving fauna and flora and highlights the interdependence of conservation, tourism and community participation.

The socio‐economic impact of an urban park: the case of Wilderness National Park

2009 ◽  
Vol 1 (3) ◽  
pp. 247-264 ◽  
Author(s):  
Melville Saayman ◽  
Petrus Van der Merwe ◽  
Andrea Saayman ◽  
Maria Elizabeth Mouton
Keyword(s):  
Economic Impact ◽  
National Park ◽  
Urban Park ◽  
Socio Economic Impact

scholarly journals The socio-economic impact of Africa’s oldest marine park

Koedoe ◽  
2010 ◽  
Vol 52 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Susan Oberholzer ◽  
Melville Saayman ◽  
Andrea Saayman ◽  
Elmarie Slabbert
Keyword(s):  
Economic Impact ◽  
National Parks ◽  
National Park ◽  
Local Community ◽  
Local Communities ◽  
Tourism Industry ◽  
Community Relations ◽  
Marine Park ◽  
Business Survey ◽  
Socio Economic Impact

South African National Parks (SANParks) plays a major role in the tourism industry and has three primary functions, namely to conserve biodiversity, to create tourism and recreational opportunities and to build strong community relations. These parks, therefore, have a definite socio-economic impact on adjacent communities, although little is known about this impact. The main aim of this study was to determine the socio-economic impact of Africa’s oldest marine park, namely Tsitsikamma National Park, which forms part of the newly created Garden Route National Park. This was done by conducting three surveys during April 2008: a visitor’s survey (156 respondents), a community survey (132 respondents) and a business survey (11 respondents). We found that the park has a positive economic impact on the surrounding area and that the community exhibits a favourable attitude towards Tsitsikamma National Park. The results also differed when compared to similar studies conducted at other national parks in South Arica and one of the main reasons for this was that the park is located in a touristic area. For a greater impact however, the park should expand its marine activities, while communication with the local community could also be improved.Conservation implications: Good community relations and ecotourism activities are important components of good conservation practices. This research indicates that tourism activities not only generated funds for conservation, but also benefited the local communities of Tsitsikamma National Park. The positive attitude of local communities makes conservation of biodiversity more sustainable.

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