Associate Professor, Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania 🌿
Prof. Jumanne Moshi Abdallah is a distinguished Tanzanian scholar specializing in resource economics and environmental management. Born on September 8, 1971, in Arumeru, Arusha, he has dedicated his career to academia, research, and sustainable forestry. He is currently an Associate Professor at the Department of Forest and Environmental Economics, Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA), Tanzania. His expertise spans governance, deforestation, land-use conflicts, and participatory forest management. Over the years, he has held key leadership roles, contributing significantly to forestry research and policy development. 📚🌱
Profile
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Education 🎓
Prof. Abdallah pursued his higher education at Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA), earning a BSc in Forestry (1997) and an MSc in Forestry (2001). He later obtained his PhD in Resource Economics from Bonn Universität, Germany, in collaboration with SUA (2006). His academic journey has shaped his profound understanding of forest management, economic efficiency, and environmental sustainability. 📖🌍
Professional Experience 👨🏫
Prof. Abdallah has held various academic and administrative positions at SUA. He became an Associate Professor in 2015, following roles as Senior Lecturer (2008-2014), Lecturer (2005-2008), and Assistant Lecturer (2003-2005). Beyond academia, he served as Head of the Department of Forest and Environmental Economics (2014-2017) and was a board member of the College of Forestry, Wildlife, and Tourism. His experience extends to the private sector, having managed forest-based enterprises, including tea estates and carbon projects. 🌳💼
Research Interests 🔬
His research focuses on resource economics, participatory forest management, deforestation, governance, and land-use conflicts. He has actively investigated the economic impact of tobacco farming on forests, sustainable management of non-timber forest products, and REDD+ implementation strategies. His work contributes to sustainable development policies and forest conservation efforts in Tanzania and beyond. 🌿📊
Awards & Recognitions 🏆
Prof. Abdallah has received multiple accolades for his contributions to forestry research and environmental management. His work in governance, economic efficiency, and participatory forest management has earned recognition in academic and policy-making circles. He has participated in international conferences, workshops, and specialized training programs, further solidifying his expertise. 🏅🌎
Publications 📚
Tiki, L., Marquardt, K., & Abdallah, J.M. (2025). Participatory forest management: Analysis of local forest governance and implications for REDD+ implementation in the Adaba-Dodola Forest in Ethiopia. Trees, Forests and People, 19. DOI: 10.1016/j.tfp.2025.100780
Tiki, L., Abdallah, J.M., Marquardt, K., Tolera, M. (2024). Does Participatory Forest Management Reduce Deforestation and Enhance Forest Cover? Ecologies, 5, 647–663. DOI: 10.3390/ecologies5040038
Tiki, L., Abdallah, J.M., Tolera, M., & Marquardt, K. (2024). Impacts of Participatory Forest Management on Land Use/Land Cover in Ethiopia. Environmental Management. DOI: 10.1007/s00267-024-02083-0
Kajembe, J.G., Bostedt, G., Ngaga, Y.M., & Abdallah, J.M. (2024). Assessing livelihood strategy choices among spice farmers in Tanzania. Journal of Development and Agricultural Economics, 16(2), 54-68.
Rubaratuka, D.K., Abdallah, J.M., Gesase, L., & Kitasho, N.M. (2024). Roles of SMEs in the forest-based value chain in Tanzania. East African Journal of Forestry and Agroforestry, 7(1), 188-199. DOI: 10.37284/eajfa.7.1.1950
Conclusion
Prof. Jumanne Moshi Abdallah demonstrates exceptional academic and professional achievements in the fields of forestry, resource economics, and environmental governance. His expertise and contributions to forest management, land use policies, and REDD+ make him a deserving candidate for the Research for Outstanding Academic Achievement Award. With further interdisciplinary collaborations and broader dissemination of his research, he has the potential to make an even greater impact globally.