http://hdl.handle.net/1834/92 Wed, 22 May 2013 23:32:35 GMT 2013-05-22T23:32:35Z http://hdl.handle.net/1834/123 Title: Trends in the distribution of macroalgae in a bleached Kenyan reef ecosystem Authors: Ndirangu, S.; Uku, J.; Muthama, C. Abstract: In May 1999, two sites were selected within the Mombasa Marine Park and Reserve for the study of macroalgal succession due to bleaching. One of the sites was Starfish, which lies within the Mombasa Marine Park and is protected from fishing and the other site was Ras Iwatine, which lies in the Reserve area and is Subjected to fishing activities. The study revealed that the Starfish site had a significantly higher hard coral cover, which did not change over the study period. A comparison of the density of macroalgae revealed that a higher proportion of the substrate in Ras Iwatine was dominated by macroalgae. Settlement tiles, used to study algal recruitment, indicated that the succession process in the Starfish site passes through more stages compared to the Ras Iwatine site. This succession process suggested the influence of grazers in Starfish and their importance in maintaining a lower cover of macroalgae in this site. Description: Research Groups : Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI), Mombasa, Kenya Tue, 01 Jan 2002 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/1834/123 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/1834/1261 Title: Lake Victoria’s Nile Perch Fish Cluster: Institutions, Politics and Joint Action Authors: Mitullah, W. Abstract: The collective efficiency model contends that joint action is essential for coping with new challenges. This paper discusses how enterprises in the Lake Victoria fish cluster operate, interact and address common challenges facing the industry. It suggests that the lack of effective institutions and the existing power relations explain the inability of the cluster to respond effectively to recent crises. Both the Co-operative Society and the Fisheries Department are weak, whereas the existing welfare based associations merely exploit social capital in sub-ethnic groups. These groupings have not transcended welfare concerns into the economic realm, and their potential for taking strategic joint action is limited. The cluster’s strongest joint action has been vertical, between one successful trader and one Industrial Fish Processor (IFP). This action saved the cluster from imminent collapse, but it did not result in the creation of institutions or organisations capable of dealing with other problems. The results uphold the collective efficiency model in the sense that they underscore the need for joint action in the face of new challenges. The findings also call for extension of the model to consider more explicitly the institutional framework that appears necessary for effective joint action to take place. Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/1834/1261 2000-01-01T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/1834/122 Title: IOC/LUC/KMFRI Workshop on RECOSCIX/WIO in the year 2000 and beyond (and training course for librarians), Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute, Mombasa, Kenya, 12-17 April 1999 Abstract: Description The Workshop was held in order to provide an opportunity to evaluate the activities of the project RECOSCIX-WIO, launched in February 1989 by IOC, and also to redefine the priorities of the project. Details are given of the report of the RECOSCIX-WIO Regional Despatch Centre and the reports of the various cooperating institutions are included as annexes to the publication -- National Museums of Kenya (NMK) Library, Institut Halieutique et des Sciences Marines, Albion Fisheries Research Centre, Instituto Nacional de Hidrografia e Navegacao (INAHINA), Seychelles Fishing Authority, Institute of Marine Sciences, RECOSCIX-CEA Report, International Association of Aquatic and Marine Science Libraries and Information Centres (IAMSLIC) Report, and ODINAFRICA-II. Four Working Groups were held, covering the following themes: 1) Review of project objectives and structure; 2) Services and products -- new technologies that can be used to improve them; 3) Capacity building -- equipment and personnel available in CIs and RDC and what needs to be done to improve on them; and, 4) WIOLIB structure. It was concluded that the original objectives of RECOSCIX-WIO are still valid, and a list is given of recommended actions to be implemented. Mon, 12 Apr 1999 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/1834/122 1999-04-12T00:00:00Z http://hdl.handle.net/1834/110 Title: Towards Integrated Management and Sustainable Development of Kenya's Coast: Findings and Recommendations for an Action Strategy in the Nyali-Bamburi-Shanzu Area. Abstract: This document – an integrated Coastal Area Management (ICAM) Action strategy for the Nyali-Bamaburi-Shanzu area is the outcome of a participatory process to reach a broad consensus on how to address these critical coastal management issues at the site, as well as gain experience in ICAM for application to other areas in Kenya. Foe each issue, Findings of fact are presented. These provide background information about the topic, focusing on its significance and the causes and consequences of the problem. Management objectives and implementation strategies are set forth. Mon, 01 Jul 1996 00:00:00 GMT http://hdl.handle.net/1834/110 1996-07-01T00:00:00Z