“Geospatial Assessment of the Mangrove Ecosystems on the Benin Coast: Spatio-Temporal Dynamics, pressures, and Ecological Sustainability Indicators.”
Country of Study
Benin
Institution
University of Parakou
Expected Year of Completion
2025
Thematic Area
Climate Change, Natural Resources, and the Environment
Education
Tete holds a Master’s degree in Biodiversity Informatics from the University of Abomey-Calavi in Benin. She is currently pursuing a PhD at the University of Parakou in Benin. Tete has completed her coursework and successfully defended her research proposal. She is expected to complete her PhD in April 2025. Tete works as a part-time Coastal Ecosystems Manager at the NGO Rescue for Nature
Research Summary
Tété’s research focuses on the critical issue of mangrove ecosystem degradation along the Benin coast, where urbanization, unsustainable resource use, and climate change are threatening both the environment and local livelihoods. This study aims to assess the state of mangrove forests by examining both the ecological dynamics using remote sensing data and the socio-economic factors driving their degradation. Through the integration of geospatial data and socio-economic surveys, Tété’s research seeks to identify the main causes of mangrove degradation and develop sustainable management strategies. By addressing these gaps, the study will inform policies that enhance the resilience of coastal communities and promote long-term conservation efforts in tropical regions facing similar challenges.
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