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- W1584653568 abstract "The study focused on how traditional knowledge is used to forecast weather in the Chimanimani District in Manicaland Province of Zimbabwe. It is the purpose of this study to show how Indigenous Knowledge Systems [IKS] have been used by rural communities to predict weather and seasonal changes in their environment. A descriptive survey was adopted using open ended questionnaires and interviews to collect information in order to assess peoples' understanding, attitudes and beliefs on the value of indigenous knowledge on weather prediction. Purposive sampling was applied to collect data from people purported to be rich in indigenous knowledge. It was found that biological, atmospheric conditions, astronomic and relief features are used to predict weather over short and long periods of time. Temperature and wind patterns were regarded as pointers to weather changes. The behaviour of animals and insects were less mentioned as useful in determining weather conditions. Human ailments such as operations were pointed out as accurate indicators of impending weather changes. Astronomic features were used to predict weather especially coming of rains within a period of about two weeks. The study notes that there is rapid disappearance of plants and animals due to climate variability and human activities. There are few elders aware of traditional methods of weather forecasting. This makes traditional weather forecast less reliable. The study concludes that both modern and traditional methods have got some positives and weaknesses and therefore can be used together to produce more comprehensive reports of weather forecasts for end users. The information on IKS is useful for end users including farmers, planners, educators, weather forecasters and Non Governmental Organisations [NGO's].Traditional leaders need to be empowered to assist in the conservation of resources in their communities. Traditional methods of weather forecasting should be part and parcel of the school curriculum at all levels of education." @default.
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- W1584653568 title "Weather forecasting and Indigenous Knowledge Systems in Chimanimani District of Manicaland, Zimbabwe" @default.
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