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1 Mwendera, Emmanuel; Chilonda, Pius. 2013. Conceptual framework for revitalisation of small-scale irrigation schemes in southern Africa. Irrigation and Drainage, 62(2):208-220. [doi: https://doi.org/10.1002/ird.1723]
Irrigation schemes ; Small scale systems ; Irrigation system ; Rehabilitation ; Stakeholders ; Water management ; Water availability ; Monitoring ; Indicators / Southern Africa
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: PER Record No: H045916)
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This paper presents a conceptual framework for revitalising small-scale irrigation schemes which are either performing poorly or have partially collapsed due to a combination of infrastructural, social-economic, institutional and governance problems, among others. The framework is based on the understanding that an irrigation scheme consists of four mutually interlinked systems: the physical system, the cropping system, the economic system and the social-organisational system. The conceptual approach has two main elements: defining the methodology for revitalisation and implementation of the revitalisation process. The methodology is defined by conducting diagnostic studies to assess water availability, irrigation system, socio-organisation, economic, and market conditions of the scheme. The implementation process involves rehabilitating physical infrastructure, building the capacity of the farmers and extension workers to sustain the revitalised scheme and developing a framework for monitoring and evaluating the performance of that scheme. The whole revitalisation process is built on the foundations of learning from past experience (historical perspective) and continuous stakeholder consultation. The application of the framework and the hypothesis that improved understanding of existing schemes and improved training for farmers results in improved performance of small-scale irrigation schemes are yet to be investigated. The authors invite readers’ reaction to the proposed framework.
2 Mwendera, Emmanuel; Chilonda, Pius. 2013. Methodological framework for revitalisation of small-scale irrigation schemes in Southern Africa. International Journal of Agricultural Science Research, 2(3):67-73.
Irrigation schemes ; Small scale systems ; Infrastructure ; Cropping systems ; Socioeconomic environment ; Stakeholders ; Rural communities / Southern Africa / Zimbabwe / Masvingo Province
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H046299)
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https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H046299.pdf
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This paper presents a methodological framework for revitalising small-scale irrigation schemes which are no longer performing well due to a combination of infrastructural, social-economic, institutional and governance problems, among others. The framework was developed as part of a project to revitalise small-scale irrigation schemes in Masvingo Province in Zimbabwe. The framework is based on the understanding that an irrigation scheme consists of four mutually interlinked systems: the physical system, the cropping system, the economic system and the social-organisational system. The methodological framework combines both hardware and software rehabilitation processes to lead to a comprehensive revitalisation of an irrigation scheme. The framework consists of systematic steps which lead to achieving predetermined outputs, which then lead to intermediate outcomes and goal outcomes. The framework has indicative timelines for the steps. The application of the proposed framework and the hypothesis that improved understanding of existing scheme and improved training of farmers which result in sustainable and improved performance of revitalised irrigation schemes are yet to be investigated. However, the authors invite reaction of readers on the proposed methodological framework.
3 Mwendera, Emmanuel; Chilonda, Pius; Chigura, Patrick. 2013. Options for operation and maintenance partnerships - a case study of Rupike Irrigation Scheme, Zimbabwe. Sustainable Agriculture Research, 2(3):136-147.
Irrigation schemes ; Small scale systems ; Operations ; Maintenance ; Partnerships ; Infrastructure ; Sustainability ; Farmers ; Pumping ; Case studies / Zimbabwe / Rupike Irrigation Scheme
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H046301)
http://www.ccsenet.org/journal/index.php/sar/article/viewFile/23277/17200
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https://vlibrary.iwmi.org/pdf/H046301.pdf
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Adequate operation and maintenance (O&M) of irrigation infrastructure sustains irrigation scheme facilities, reduces repair costs, helps the system last longer, and keeps irrigation efficiency at design levels. In cases where farmers do not have sufficient capacity to operate and maintain the irrigation infrastructure sustainably, it is necessary for the farmers to enter into partnerships with external entities. The paper presents assessment of partnerships required for small-scale farmers at Rupike Irrigation scheme, in Masvingo, Zimbabwe, to operate and maintain their irrigation infrastructure sustainably. The O&M domain in the irrigation scheme consisted of five components of water acquisition (WA), water transmission (WT), water pumping (WP), water distribution (WD) and field water application (WAP). Group discussions of the farmers were held to obtain farmers’ input in the identification of components and activities for which partnerships were required. It was proposed that the scheme requires public-community partnership (PUCP) to operate and maintain the dam, public-private-community partnership (PUPVTCP) to operate and maintain the pump house, private-community partnership (PVTCP) to operate and maintain the transmission and mainline and field distribution pipelines, and public-community partnership (PUCP) to operate and maintain field application and crop production systems. It was also proposed that each partnership be formalised through contractual arrangements. It was recommended that the farmers improve funding for O&M through increased contributions as well as through partnerships with the private sector. It was also recommended that, for effective partnerships in irrigation schemes, it is important to analyse the scheme components and identify where and how such partnerships are needed for sustainable O&M of scheme infrastructure.
4 van Koppen, Barbara; Lacombe, Guillaume; Mwendera, Emmanuel. 2015. Trends and Outlook: Agricultural Water Management in southern Africa. Synthesis report. [Project report submitted to United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID’s) Feed the Future Program]. Pretoria, South Africa: International Water Management Institute (IWMI). 96p.
Agriculture ; Water management ; Sustainability ; Freshwater ; Groundwater irrigation ; Climate change adaptation ; Rain ; Smallholders ; Irrigated land ; Irrigation schemes ; Contract farming ; Poverty ; Agroindustrial sector ; Public investment ; Nongovernmental organizations ; Water supply ; Self help ; Domestic water ; Water use ; Equity ; Technology transfer ; Indicators ; Case studies / Southern Africa / SADC countries / Malawi / Zambia / South Africa / Zimbabwe
(Location: IWMI HQ Call no: e-copy only Record No: H047381)
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