article · NUST Journal of Social Sciences and Humannities
This study evaluated the role of traditional leaders in water resource management in Mambu-Bafut, Cameroon. Using a descriptive, exploratory approach, data was collected from 50 respondents through questionnaires and observations, then analysed with descriptive statistics. The findings indicate that most participants believe traditional leaders are active in water management. Specifically, they institute fines for water pollution, raise financial awareness about water management, address issues of water availability, quality, and cost, and contribute to building, operating, and maintaining water infrastructure. The research underscores the importance of traditional leaders and institutions in governing water resources to promote sustainability in the region.
Understanding the established roles of traditional leaders in water management is crucial for developing effective, locally-appropriate strategies for resource conservation. Recognising their influence can help ensure sustainable access to clean water, improve community engagement, and strengthen local governance structures, benefiting public health and environmental stability.
The abstract evaluates the existing role of traditional leaders in water resource management and highlights their relevance for sustainability. It does not indicate a direct commercialisation pathway, nor does it suggest the development of new products, services, or technologies for market application.
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The study evaluates the role of traditional leaders in water resource management in Mambu-Bafut, Cameroon, employing a descriptive, exploratory approach with 50 purposively selected respondents. Data was gathered through structured questionnaires and observations, and analysed using descriptive statistics. Key findings indicate that most participants “agree” or “strongly agree” that traditional leaders have instituted fines on those who throw waste into water catchment areas (mean score of 4.50 and standard deviation of 0.614), increase financial awareness of water management (mean score of 4.42 and standard deviation of 0.499), water availability, quality, and cost should be raised (mean score of 3.94 and standard deviation of 1.202) and building, operating, and maintaining water infrastructure (mean score of 3.94 and standard deviation of 1.202). The study highlights the relevance of traditional leaders and institutions' governance in managing water resources in Manbu-Bafut to enhance sustainability.
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DOI: 10.51732/njssh.v12i1.300
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