The Nexus of Food Politics and Food Policy: Implications to Household Food Security in Addis Ababa
| dc.contributor.advisor | Meskerem Abi (PhD) | |
| dc.contributor.author | Yared Ayele | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2024-12-18T07:39:57Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2024-12-18T07:39:57Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024-06 | |
| dc.description.abstract | Food insecurity is a global issue impacting millions, with sub-Saharan Africa being particularly affected. In Ethiopia, the rapid urbanization exacerbates food insecurity, especially Addis Ababa. This study explores the implication of food politics and policies on household food security in Addis Ababa, focusing on the alignment between these elements to develop effective mechanisms against food insecurity and malnutrition. While general effects have been studied, specific consequences of food policies, politics, and stakeholder dynamics on household food security remain underexplored. This research addresses this gap by examining political influences on policy formulation, assessing the roles of governmental organizations, evaluating policy effectiveness, and identifying policy process gaps and opportunities for change. It provides critical insights in Addis Ababa, promoting inclusive policy-making and addressing food insecurity to enhance social equality and quality of life. The study employs a cross-sectional design with qualitative and quantitative methods, including key informant interviews with government officials, household surveys among Addis Ababa, and analysis of national policy documents and existing literature. Qualitative data were analyzed descriptively and thematically, while quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive analysis, providing insights into food security issues and policy implications in an urban setting. The intricate nexus between food politics, policies, and household food security highlights the importance of governance structures, decision-making processes, and policy application. Effective stakeholder integration and public involvement are crucial for democratic governance and policy efficiency. Addressing food insecurity challenges requires community consultations, enhanced public participation, and robust policy implementation mechanisms at the community level. Decision-makers must close policy gaps and align policies with household needs to develop more inclusive, effective, and transparent food security policies, ultimately improving household and community well-being. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://etd.aau.edu.et/handle/123456789/3900 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | Addis Ababa University | |
| dc.subject | Food | |
| dc.subject | Policies | |
| dc.subject | Politics | |
| dc.subject | Household | |
| dc.subject | food security | |
| dc.subject | Nexus | |
| dc.subject | formulation | |
| dc.title | The Nexus of Food Politics and Food Policy: Implications to Household Food Security in Addis Ababa | |
| dc.type | Thesis |