WAEC Geography 1988 Question 46

Question 46

Geography of Africa

The major problem facing the rearing of livestock in East Africa is the

  1. A.competition for land with arable cultivators
  2. B.torrential rainfall which destroys livestock feeds
  3. C.poorly developed rail transportation network
  4. D.inferior breed of cattle which produce only meat
  5. E.inadequate veterinary services.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (competition for land with arable cultivators)

Explanation

Growing numbers of farmers take over grazing land, squeezing the herders.