Kaza Village faces several unique environmental challenges, primarily related to water scarcity, habitat fragmentation, and human-wildlife interactions. Some of the key challenges include:
Water Scarcity: The region experiences severe water shortages, which can lead to conflicts between humans and wildlife over limited water resources. This can result in increased poaching of animals for bushmeat and deforestation for charcoal production, further exacerbating the problem.
Habitat Fragmentation: The presence of human settlements and infrastructure development can disrupt the natural habitats of wildlife, leading to isolation and reduced gene flow among populations. This can negatively affect the genetic diversity and overall health of wildlife species.
Human-Wildlife Conflicts: As wildlife moves through the region in search of water and resources, they often come into contact with human communities. This can result in conflicts, such as crop raiding, livestock predation, and even attacks on humans, which can escalate tensions and lead to retaliatory actions against wildlife.
