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World Reference Base for Soil Resources, A framework for international classification correlation and communication
This document is designed to facilitate the exchange of information and experience related to Soil resources, their use and management. The document provides a framework for international soil classification and an agreed common scientific language to enhance communication across disciplines using soil information. It contains definitions and diagnostic criteria to recognise soil horizons, properties and materials and gives rules and guidelines for classifying and subdividing soil reference groups.
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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Rome (Italy)
Somalia inter-agency flood response operation - Phase 1; November - December 1997
In late 1997, southern and central Somalia were hit by unprecedented floods affecting the lives and livelihoods of an estimated one million people. This Evaluation reviews Phase I of the international response to the floods - the Somalia Inter-Agency Flood Response Operation - between November and 3 1st December 1997. The Inter-Agency Flood Response Operation was a complex and expensive logistics operation to distribute emergency assistance to scattered and isolated flood affected populations. It was also a test of the international humanitarian system's capacity to respond to an acute emergency in a country which has been without a government for six years.br Overall, Phase I of the Somalia Inter-Agency Flood Response Operation is evaluated as a success. Humanitarian agencies in Somalia demonstrated their capacity and capability to respond to short term humanitarian needs. While the initial objective of the operation to 'rescue' flood affected populations was not fulfilled, the objectives to ameliorate the immediate humanitarian effects of the floods and avert a nutritional and health crisis in the worst affected areas were, by and large, achieved. The opportunity was taken to apply past lessons learned from working in Somalia, and innovative programming was apparent in several areas. The inter-agency character of the operation was commendable and the level of codment and collaboration that was achieved establishes an important precedent for future humanitarian operations in Somalia. This report seeks to record these achievements, as well as identify areas where the humanitarian system in Somalia could be strengthened.
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Government of Sweden,Government of USA,Government of UK
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European Commission - Somalia Unit,Centro di Ricerca e Documentazione Febbraio
Rehabilitaion programme for water supply systems in small towns and urban centres in Bari Region of Somalia
The mandate of the preparation mission was to conduct a baseline survey covering socioeconomic, health, and technical aspects. In addition, the mission was to finalise the first and second five programme villages. The focus of the mission was deliberately on remote rural villages of the Bari Region that need water supply services. While the need for water extends beyond the villages visited, the purpose of the field visit was to deepen the understanding of the team In the rural areas so that clusters of villages could be selected as having priority and appropriate activities be planned In hygiene education and cost recovery. The general and specific objectives are mentioned in the Terms of Reference, which can be found in Annex 8.
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SAWA projects and consultancy
Range consultancy report
(Extract from Summary)The report describes the observations and recommendations resulting from a range management consultancy in support of the Soil Erosion Control Project implemented by the NGQ Cooperazione Intemazionale (COOPI) in Borama and Baki Districts, western Somaliland, and funded by the European Community. During the mission, focus was on biological measures to reduce soil erosion, in particular through range management techniques, and rehabilitation of eroded land. Because the first phase of the project ended early May 1997, recommendations aim especially at the proposed second phase. Half of the projectandrsquos target villages were visited and issues related to range, livestock and forests were discussed with community membersrange condition and erosion problems were inspected around the communities and the projectandrsquos and private nurseries were visited as well. Observations and conclusions are described in the report.
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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Rome (Italy)
Kismayo Hydrogeological study
Background UNICEF Somalia proposes to rehabilitate the existing reticulated urban water supply system in Kismayo City, Southern Somalia. The original city water source, the Juba River 32 km north of the city, is unsuitable to Kismayo's current needs due to running costs and the security situation to the north. UNICEF Somalia therefore intends to develop an alternative water source to the west of the city. This water supply will comprise water welts tapping the lower aquifer identified by previous drilling at Laheley approximately 18 km west of the city.br The scope of the current study is to:br 1. identify the extent and hydrogeology of the lower Laheley aquifer br2. recommend four or five borehole sites that would best tap this aquiferbr 3. identify the expected water quality and yield of the aquifer br4. carry out a topographical elevation survey from the recommended borehole sites to the existing Kismayo water reservoirBR 5. prepare a map of the study area indicating the extent of the aquifer the recommended borehole sites and the topographical survey resultsbr 6. submit a report including results, recommendations and maps 4 and 5 are not included in the present report.
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GIBB East Africa Ltd.
Emmergency rehabilitation of the Congo and Hanshonley Irrigation canals, Jowhar district, Middle Shabelle Region, Somalia
This project specifically targets the 7,500 residents of Congo and Hanshonley areas in Jowhar District who are among the considered most vulnerable groups during the acute transitory food insecurity period.br The goal of the project is to restore the vulnerable farming households to productivity thereby improving the accessibility and availability of food in Congo and Hanshon]ey areas.br Among the objectives are: br to contribute in improving household food security and living conditions of 7,500 vulnerable people to minimum acceptable levels through restoration of agricultural infrastructure in Congo and Hanshonley areas in Jowhar District. br To assist 950 farmers in improving and strengthening their traditionally practiced farming methods and management of irrigation canals.br To support the establishment of networking mechanisms for enhancing linkages between and among local authorities, NGOs and local organizations concerned with agricultural programmes to ensure coordinated and unified approach for planning and delivery of agricultural services in the target areas.br
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Adventist Development and Relief Agency
Climate, hydrology, and water resources of Arsi and Bale zones
This report was prepared to serve as a reference for managers, planners and engineers of the Ethio-Italian Cooperation, Arsi Bale Rural Development Project who seek general information on the climate hydrology and water resources of the Arsi and Bale zones
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Arsi Bale Rural Development Project,United Nations Office for Project Services
Remote sensing and water resources
The workshop's objective was to review the state of the art in the use of remote sensing for water resources assessment and management with special reference to operational techniques. It emphasizes on surface hydrology, with applications for arid and semi-arid areas in developing countries for which such techniques are believed to be of particular relevance
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Local level natural resources monitoring and evaluation: Tools and methods
(Extract from Introduction)BRThis report elaborates the design of a local level natural resources monitoring and evaluation (MandE) system that assesses the status of the natural resources and the impact of development interventions on the status of the natural resources and the socio-economic systems of Somalia Using both conventional and participatory approaches, methods and tools. It incorporates the following: br Ways to involve stakeholders in the Mand E process: br A process for identifying indicative issues to be monitored in the various production systemsbr A process for identifying indicators of change at local level in both the biophysical and socio-economic systemsbr Appropriate participatory approaches, took, and methods for measuring changes in the selected indicatorsbr A data storage and analysis system that harmonises the quantitative conventional monitoring data and the qualitative participatory monitoring data: br A mechanism through which results of the MandE feed back into and strengthen the policy formulation, planning and management processes: br Explores the linkages with macro level MandE system br Requirements for implementation (personnel, training) are identified. The following questions guided formulation of the system: br What is to be monitored: why/what is the monitoring intended to achievefor whom: what approach will be used? The system is designed to monitor impact of projects on both the natural resources and people, and to meet the needs and requirements of various stakeholders involved in the Rehabilitation Projects. These include donors, project staff and local communities. The proposed system builds on monitoring and evaluation methods and tools formulated and tested by IUCN and International Development Research Centre (IDRC). The principals of participatory planning designed by Andrew Inglis (IUCN, 1997) and the FAOandrsquos Community Forestry Manual 2 (FAO, 1993).
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The World Conservation Union
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FAO, Bangkok (Thailand). Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific,FAO, Rome (Italy). Land and Water Development Div
Strategic framework for sustainable natural resources management in Somalia
The strategic framework for sustainable resources management in Somalia aims to contribute towards and influence sustainable rehabilitation and development of Somalia for the immediate and long term benefit of the Somali People. It promotes the intergration of nature conserveation and sustainable resources management objctives and activities within socio-economic rehabilitation and development planning in Somalia, a war torn country
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IUCN-The world Conservation Union- EAstern African Region Office
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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Rome (Italy)
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European Space Agency,Food , Security Assesment Unit
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FAO, Rome (Italy). Land and Water Development Div.,International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage, New Delhi (India)
Environmental impact assesment manual and guidelines for the Somali water sector
(Extract from the preface)brThe overall goal was to prepare a practical user-friendly EIA process (including environmental, social and economic assessment) to enhance the integration of environmental planning in the EC Rehabilitation Programme for Somalia, with particular applicability to the rural water sector. The manual was prepared during November-December 1997 as part of the IUCN Somali Natural Resources Management Programme. During field testing in the North Western region, consultations were held with the Somali authorities and most of the organizations that are actively involved in implementation of water development projects in the Region. A core team of Somali professionals from these institutions and organizations carried out the field testing together with the IUCN consultants. Project areas for the testing were selected by three implementing agencies (OXFAM, Swiss Group and AICF). Results from the tests are briefly summarized in case studies referred to in the guidelines.
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Agrisystems (EA) Ltd.,The World Conservation Union
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Rehabilitation program for water supply systems in small towns and urban centers in the Bari region of Somalia
Following the 1995 study and the rehabilitation of the Qandala system in July 1997, SAWA submitted a proposal for a andldquoRehabilitation Programme for Water Supply Systems in small towns and urban centres in the Ban Region of Somaliaandrdquoto the European Commission/Somalia Unit and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (OGIS) - The Netherlands. This proposal was approved by both organisations together in November 1997. The Programmeandrsquos overall objective is the rehabilitation of the water supply system in 20 villages and small towns of Bari Region, during a period of almost two years, starting with first five and then ten villages proposed by the Regional Authority and Elders. From October 28 - November 8 SAWA and SPDS held several discussions with the Bari Regional Authority and several Village Water Committees about the institutional setup of the Programme. A Preparation Mission to Somalia, consisting of three persons took place in the period between November 23 and December l4th 1997.
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SAWA projects and consultancy
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The World Conservation Union
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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Rome (Italy),United Nations Environment Program
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