Samenvatting

Near Kidepo Valley National Park (NP) there is much deforestation happening. Almost all the people depend on wood, for most, it is the only source of energy, building material and income. Also, the population size is increasing, and every year previously forested land is converted into agricultural fields. Through this, the accessibility to the forested areas is increasing, and it is easier to get to the untouched parts. There is a lack of knowledge, capacity and motivation of the communities to manage and protect the wood supply. These problems and causes together lead to the biggest problem in the area; the unsustainable harvest of wood.