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    Assessing the Contributions of Urban Green Spaces for Ecosystem Service in Lideta Sub-City, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
    (Addis Ababa University, 2025-05-01) Adinew Mecha Kuda; Aramde Fetene (PhD)
    Green infrastructures are vital for sustainable and continuous urban development, as they contribute to environmental preservation and wellbeing of human life in general for ecosystem services. However, the challenges faced by raped growth of urbanization and makes these infrastructures, leading to the degradation of urban landscapes and ecosystems. Enhancing ecological benefits, pollution control, and UGS biodiversity contributes to a higher quality of life and long-term sustainability. The objective of this study is to assess the contributions of urban green space for ecosystem service in Lideta Sub-City, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The researcher used both qualitative and quantitative research approaches were used in the study. The researcher determined the sample size 400 respondent from the sub city’s, total population of 214,768 people, by using the Yamane’s (1967) formula. In analyzing data SPSS software version 26 (Statistical System for Statistical Analysis) was used which provides descriptive and statistical analysis for analyzing quantitative data. Employing descriptive statistics, correlation, and regression analysis, the study examines variables such as ecological benefits, pollution control, and UGS biodiversity, assessing their influence on quality of life and wellbeing. The analysis reveals a positive and significant correlation between ecological benefits, pollution control, UGS biodiversity, and the overall wellbeing of individuals. The validity and sufficiency of the links between the independent and dependent variables are demonstrated by the suggested model. Further research and the implementation of inclusive and safety measures ensure the of green infrastructures. The study concludes by offering insightful information about the vital role that green infrastructures play in sustainable development as well as useful suggestions for legislators and urban planners looking to improve people's quality of life and wellbeing while successfully protecting and optimizing the advantages of urban green spaces. Keywords: Ecological benefits, green infrastructures, pollution control, quality of life, sustainable development, wellbeing.