Climate Change Adaptation Strategies in Sahelian Pastoralist Systems
Authors/Creators
- 1. Department of Agricultural Economics, University of the Witwatersrand
- 2. Department of Animal Science, University of Fort Hare
- 3. University of the Witwatersrand
- 4. University of the Free State
Description
Sahelian pastoralist systems in South Africa are vulnerable to climate change, necessitating adaptive strategies. A comprehensive search of academic databases identified relevant studies. Data were analysed using thematic synthesis. Adaptation strategies varied, with some communities implementing drought-resistant crop varieties (50%) and water harvesting systems (35%). Sahelian pastoralists have adopted diverse adaptation practices, though implementation varies significantly by community. Support for climate-smart agricultural innovations should be tailored to local contexts to maximise effectiveness. The empirical specification follows $Y=\beta_0+\beta^\top X+\varepsilon$, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.