Browsing Jàmbá: Journal of Disaster Risk Studies by Title
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Gender mainstreaming: a lasting solution to disaster risk reduction
(OASIS, 2018)Disasters threaten resources as well as displace millions of people globally. It is undisputable that disasters have gender dimensions. However, most African countries are still lagging behind as far as the holistic ... -
A geographic information system-based approach of flood hazards modelling, Paschim Medinipur district, West Bengal, India
(OASIS, 2018)From the beginning of civilisation, human beings have preferred living on the river banks which have been the most vulnerable areas of flood hazards and consequent disasters. During the monsoon period, in many developing ... -
Geographic information systems based demarcation of risk zones: the case of the Limbe Sub-Division – Cameroon
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Geographic information systems-based expert system modelling for shoreline sensitivity to oil spill disaster in Rivers State, Nigeria
(OASIS, 2017)In the absence of adequate and appropriate actions, hazards often result in disaster. Oil spills across any environment are very hazardous; thus, oil spill contingency planning is pertinent, supported by Environmental ... -
Geospatial analysis of flood emergency evacuation sites in Accra
(OASIS, 2022)Cities face frequent flood disasters with devastating impact on lives and property. Geospatial analysis using high elevation points can help to map out emergency evacuation centres for decision making on flood risk ... -
Global transformation of disaster sciences into risk reduction education system in Indonesia
(OASIS, 2022)This article explores the origin of disaster risk reduction (DRR) knowledge in the global context and how it evolved in the education system of Indonesia since its independence in 1945 up to 2018. It argues that DRR ... -
Governance of disaster risk reduction in Cameroon: the need to empower local government
(AOSIS OpenJournals, 2013)The impact of natural hazards and/or disasters in Cameroon continues to hit local communities hardest, but local government lacks the ability to manage disaster risks adequately. This is partly due to the fact that the ... -
Grasping the hydra: the need for a holistic and systematic approach to disaster risk reduction
(AOSIS OpenJournals, 2009)This article stresses the significance of recognising interdependencies between factors determining disaster risk in any attempts to integrate disaster risk reduction in international development cooperation. It bases its ... -
Greenhouse gas emissions as sustainability indicators in agricultural sectors’ adaptation to climate change: policy implications
(OASIS, 2019)Effective adaptation action to climate change requires a balance between reducing vulnerabilities and managing risks. However, in most adaptation actions, risks such as greenhouse gas emissions, and those that impose ... -
Guiding developments in flood-prone areas: challenges and opportunities in Dire Dawa city, Ethiopia
(OASIS, 2018)One of the biggest challenges that developing countries are facing today is the management of development in flood-prone areas. Ethiopia is no exception, as it has suffered perennial floods in different parts of the country ... -
Handling natural hazards in Indonesia amid the COVID-19 pandemic : Muhammadiyah’s response and strategy
(OASIS, 2022)Indonesia is prone to natural hazards, which have continued to occur even during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Therefore, this study explored the response and strategy employed by Muhammadiyah, one of ... -
Here comes the water: risk assessments, observation and knowledge of Ompundja village
(AOSIS, 2019)Floods in Namibia are more pronounced than drought or any other natural disaster. Ompundja village in northern central Namibia has experienced severe flooding over the last decade since the village is a catchment area of ... -
A hierarchical cluster-based segmentation analysis of potential solid waste management health hazards in urban Ethiopia
(AOSIS, 2018)Many interventions were sought in the past to address the human health and aquatic life implications associated with poor Municipal Solid Waste Management (MSWM) practices. Majority of such interventions failed to recognise ... -
Household attitudes and knowledge on drinking water enhance water hazards in peri-urban communities in Western Kenya
(AOSIS OpenJournals, 2012)Ensuring safe drinking water remains a big challenge in developing countries where waterborne diseases cause havoc in many communities. A major challenge is limited knowledge, misinformation and attitudes that work against ... -
Household disaster awareness and preparedness: a case study of flood hazards in Asamankese in the West Akim Municipality of Ghana
(OASIS, 2019)Increasing disasters and their associated devastating impacts on society have called into question the capacity of countries to address disaster occurrences. Hitherto, primary disaster management institutions have addressed ... -
Household disaster management capacities in disaster prone II area of Mt. Slamet
(OASIS, 2019)Disaster prone II in Mt. Slamet, Indonesia presents the highest risk for human settlement. To live in this natural disaster-prone area, specific household characteristics are essential. Household capitals and transformation ... -
Household survival and resilience to food insecurity through the drip irrigation scheme in dry rural areas
(OASIS, 2021)Increasing food production by developing small-scale irrigation schemes is a requirement for tackling household food insecurity. Strategies, such as the World Vision, Enhancing Nutrition, Stepping Up Resilience and ... -
How is COVID-19 perceived by medical students? A survey in Aceh province, Indonesia
(OASIS, 2021)The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has burdened the health system and medical education programmes both locally and globally, requiring medical students to continue their education whilst engaging in prevention ... -
How to improve public participation in disaster risk management: a case study of Buein Zahra, a small city in Iran
(OASIS, 2019)Identifying and providing basic solutions using a collaborative approach in earthquake stricken cities of Iran has not yet been addressed. This article focuses on an area of practice and views disaster risk management from ... -
Hydrological hazards in Vhembe district in Limpopo Province, South Africa
(AOSIS, 2018)This study determined the risks associated with hydrological hazards and vulnerabilities to communities in Vhembe District Municipality, Limpopo province. Risk and vulnerability contribute to poverty, loss of lives and ...