Theory question 115
Geography of AfricaDescribe the practice of pastoral nomadism in East Africa under the following headings: (a) Areas and people involved; (b) Methods (c) Problems (d) Economic importance
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(a) Dry grasslands of southern Kenya and northern Tanzania (Masai), northern Kenya around Lake Turkana (Turkana, Samburu), Somali and Karamojong areas of Uganda.
(b) Herds of cattle, goats, sheep and camels moved in search of water and pasture; seasonal movement (transhumance); communal grazing; temporary homes; herds kept as wealth, little selling; diet of milk, blood and meat.
(c) Drought and shortage of water and pasture; overgrazing and soil erosion; pests and diseases (tsetse, rinderpest); clashes with farmers and game reserves; low-quality animals; poor access to markets and services.
(d) Food (milk, meat, blood); hides and skins for industry; income and trade; employment; use of dry land unsuitable for crops.
Use the four headings in order.