Experiences of parcel identification system for rural land administration : the case of Oromia region
Hayilu, Amanu'el & Nigussie Birmegie
Oromia, with a total area of about 35.4 million hectares, represents about 32% of the country. With a human and livestock population of about 25.8 and 25 million, respectively, it stands to be the most populous regional state in the country. It has 14 zones and 200 districts with diversified agro-climatic conditions. About 48% of the area was once covered by dense natural forest. The pressure on land has been increasing from time to time by the ever growing need of the human and livestock population. An extensive area of land has been brought to agriculture without considering proper land management practices. Cultivation of steep slopes and marginal land is prevalent. Deforestation is increasing at an alarming rate, creating a big gap between demand and supply. Streams are getting dry, causing shortage of water for human and animal use. Consequently, productivity of the sector is decreasing. Conflict over land use is another big problem that needs urgent solution. To reverse these conditions, proper planning of the land management is essential. This requires recording land-related data to maintain sustainable management of land. In other words, sustainable development is dependent on the state having overall responsibility for managing ownership, value, and use of land.
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