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Community-Led Fire Prevention Campaigns in Rural Zimbabwean Communities: A Mixed Methods Evaluation

Authors: Mbindyo, Ngaombatengué; Bongarès, Léonard;

Community-Led Fire Prevention Campaigns in Rural Zimbabwean Communities: A Mixed Methods Evaluation

Abstract

Fire-related incidents are a significant public health concern in rural communities globally, with particular relevance to African contexts where access to resources can be limited. A mixed methods approach combining qualitative interviews with quantitative surveys was employed to assess campaign impact across 10 villages. The survey revealed a 35% reduction in reported fire incidents post-campaign implementation, while qualitative data highlighted community engagement and resource allocation as key success factors. Community-led initiatives demonstrated significant potential for enhancing fire prevention efforts in rural settings, with tangible outcomes observed through both quantitative and qualitative measures. Further research should explore scalability of these findings to other regions and the long-term sustainability of such interventions.

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African Geography, Community Participation, Quantitative Analysis, Rural Health, Mixed Methods, Fire Prevention, Qualitative Research

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