Water scarcity is a key factor in food security and sustainable livelihood in sub-Saharan
Africa, particularly in East Africa. The problem is severe in many parts of Ethiopia where …

An increase of cropping intensity of irrigation schemes is required to address the challenge
of global food security. Socio‐economic factors also have a significant impact on the …

A dam is a barrier/structure that impounds water and retains it for later use. Thus, it plays an
important role and offers a reserve stock of water for rural communities in remote areas. The …

Dam leakage is a major problem in earth‐filled reservoir dams. The present research is
aimed at detecting the seepage zones in an earth‐filled reservoir dam in the vicinity of …

The research focuses on the perception of the Mucharz reservoir in relation to costs and
benefits for two types of communities. The primary aim of the paper is to compare the social …

Abstract In Tigray, over 78,000 dugout ponds have been constructed since 2000. The
objective was to alleviate the problem of recurrent drought that prevails in the region every …

The intricate interplay between the Nile, dams, and agriculture stands as a multifaceted
nexus, demanding a meticulous and extensive examination. This chapter embarks on a …

This study examines the contribution of Zobe dam to the socio-economic development of
Makera Community Dutsinma LGA, Katsina State north-western Nigeria. The study identified …

Small dams are vital infrastructures that can be used to address water scarcity issues,
promote sustainable agriculture practices and improve rural livelihoods. In Pakistan, where …

Considering the vital role of water in all periods of human life and the increasing population,
water deficit crisis was predictable. This condition lead the water experts to implement the …