Paradox of Villagization, In Benishangul-Gumuz Regional State, Western Ethiopia

T.T. Labiso¹

Section:Research Paper, Product Type: Journal-Paper
Vol.6 , Issue.9 , pp.107-115, Sep-2020

Online published on Sep 30, 2020

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Abstract :
The study aimed to assess and explore the paradox of villagization in Beninshangul-Gumuz regional state, Ethiopia. The study employed mixed research method. The research employed descriptive research design on the paradox of the villagization program. Both quantitative and qualitative techniques of data analysis or binary logistic regression supported by SPSS version 21 were carried out. The government and non-government officials with the sufficient awareness of the program also took part in this study as key informants and discussants. The data was collected using in-depth interviews, focus group discussions, key informant interviews, observation and document review. Those who previously lacked or had a limited access to educational service can now go to school without walking any significant distance. The study showed that some promised social services such new schools, health centers and farming training centers were not provided. Villagization is susceptible to various problems in terms of implementation and also poses obstacles to the well-being of the relocated populations. It urges service providers to reconsider the issue of basic services and provide additional ones to the relocated people. The policies or programs of villagization should have clearly set standards and guidelines which must be followed during implementation so as to benefit the people to the fullest.

Key-Words / Index Term :
Relocation, Paradox, nucleated settlement, villagization

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