Clever A. Gwakabale

Professional Profile: Clever Anyitike Gwakabale

Clever Anyitike Gwakabale is a highly skilled and motivated Environmental and Natural Resource Economist currently serving as a Tutorial Assistant Lecturer at the Department of Forest and Environmental Economics, Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA), Tanzania. With a strong academic background in forestry and environmental economics, Mr. Gwakabale has developed expertise in the social and economic values of natural resources, climate change impacts, and environmental technologies.

Educational Background

• Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Environmental and Natural Resource Economics (2022 – 2024)
  Sokoine University of Agriculture, Morogoro, Tanzania
• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Forestry (2018-2021)
  Sokoine University of Agriculture, Morogoro, Tanzania

Professional Experience

• Tutorial Assistant Lecturer (September 2022 – Present)
  Department of Forest and Environmental Economics, Sokoine University of Agriculture
• Website Operator at the Department of Forest and Environmental Economics, Sokoine University of Agriculture (SUA)

Consultancy Activities

• 2023: Contribution of the forest sector to the national economy using green accounting
• 2023: Feasibility study on potential new sites for FZS engagement in conservation of protected areas in Tanzania
• 2024: Evaluation of trees planted under different projects/programmes to improve future delivery (EvaTREP) in Tanzania

Research and Supervision

• Research:
  • Assessment of Land Cover and Land Use Changes Using Remote Sensing at Kwakuchinja Wildlife Corridor in Manyara, Tanzania (2021)
• Supervision:
  • Supervised several BSc research projects, including studies on cultural heritage tourism and economic value of wood chips in Tanzania (2024)

Areas of Interest

• Social and economic values of natural resources and ecosystem services
• Impact of climate change on natural resources and mitigation strategies
• Economics of biofuels, waste management, and environmental technologies

Technical Skills

• Proficient in data analysis software such as R, SPSS, and GIS-based tools like Q.GIS
• Experienced in software management, including Microsoft Office Suite and metadata management

Languages

• Swahili, English, and French: Fluent in writing, reading, and speaking

Mr. Gwakabale combines a deep understanding of environmental economics with practical experience in research, teaching, and consultancy, making him a valuable asset in the fields of forestry and environmental management.