
GeoTourism for Social Sustainability and Ecological Justice in Sub-Saharan Africa
Unlocking the Potential
- 176 pages
- English
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GeoTourism for Social Sustainability and Ecological Justice in Sub-Saharan Africa
Unlocking the Potential
About this book
This book provides a comprehensive overview of the potential of geotourism in sub-Saharan Africa for promoting social sustainability and ecological justice. It examines the challenges facing the region for geotourism development and the innovative approaches and best practices for overcoming these.
Drawing on case studies from the region, the book provides innovative insights that explore the intersection of geotourism with poverty alleviation and job creation. Thematically it engages with a range of critical issues, from leveraging geotourism for local socio-economic development to the intersection of geotourism with environmental conservation efforts. The book delves into the intricacies of geoheritage and geotourism threats in the face of climate change and extractive industries. By examining the untapped potential of geoheritage sites, this book seeks to shed light on opportunities for promoting local sustainable development in economic, social, and environmental dimensions.
The book will be of great interest to academic scholars, including undergraduate and postgraduate students, industry, governments, and tourism and conservation organisations. It will be of appeal to individuals in the fields of geotourism, ecotourism, cultural tourism, sustainable tourism development, geoeducation, and geoscience.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Half Title
- Title
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contents
- List of figures
- List of tables
- List of contributors
- 1 Geotourism, social sustainability and ecological justice in sub-Saharan Africa
- 2 Exploring the potential role of geotourism in local economic development in South Africa: opportunities and constraints
- 3 Geotourism as a contribution to social and ecological justice: contemporary approaches in sub-Saharan Africa
- 4 Impacts of climate change on geoheritage and geotourism: a Southern Africa Perspective
- 5 Unveiling Southern Africa’s geotourism potential: analysing the political economy of mining development and its effects on geotourism
- 6 The potential contribution of geotourism in environmental protection and sustainable development in Cameroon
- 7 Mount Bambouto slopes geomorphosites (Cameroon Volcanic Line): a geological heritage for geotouristic and geoeducational practices
- 8 Enhancing geoscience training in Ghana’s tertiary institutions through geoconservation strategies
- 9 Conclusion: advancing geotourism for social sustainability and ecological justice in sub-Saharan Africa
- Index