Non-timber forest products (NTFPs) are those that come from forests other than those that
provide timber. In order to identify the NTFPs' financial contribution and usage categories …

The importance of biomass energy and the challenges of the sector in Sub-Saharan Africa
has for a long time been the subject of considerable research. Unfortunately, the results of …

Rural development is vital for both develo** countries and those with large rural
populations. To achieve economic and social progress, it is essential to examine the …

Prosopis juliflora is an invasive alien leguminous tree introduced as a way of combating
desertification, deforestation, and improving soil fertility. Over time, the tree has reported …

The global charcoal trade is steadily growing, with high-income countries importing
significant quantities of this material from regions where its production is often associated …

Abstract Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) is replete with significant environmental resources
including forests, water, land, and energy; although its transition to a bio-resource economy …

Charcoal production is an essential energy source and income source for many people in
low-income countries, such as Africa. Charcoal production is also associated with …

This study sought to investigate the determinants of participating in charcoal production and
trade as well as explore the marketing strategies used by charcoal value chain actors and …

Policymakers and other planners often discuss woodfuel production in relation to
environmental sustainability, energy, and livelihood. There is a growing awareness of the …

Numerous empirical studies have highlighted how women experience gender-based
disadvantages in accessing, using, and exercising control over forest resources. This paper …