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    Integration of Mobile Phone Communication Technology in the Sustainable Management of Mangrove Forest Cover in Kenya A Case of Lamu County
    (Daystar University, School of Communication, 2021-10) Kivata, Joyce
    The purpose of this study was to assess the integration of mobile phone communication technologies in the sustainable management of mangrove forest cover in Lamu, Kenya. The study objectives were to determine the extent to which mobile communication technologies have been applied for mangrove forest management in Lamu, determine the factors that promote the integrating of mobile communication technologies in mangrove forest management in Lamu County, examine the factors that inhibit the integrating of mobile communication technologies in mangrove forest management in Lamu County and to evaluate how mobile phone communication technology contributes to the management and conservation of mangrove forest in Lamu county. The study used descriptive survey research design that targeted 76 staff comprising the Kenya Forest Service officials, Rangers, and support staff in the Ecosystem Conservator’s office, Lamu. A questionnaire and interview schedule were used in data collection. Data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics with the aid of SPSS. The majority (83.6%) of the staff confirmed that there is an excellent use of mobile phone technology for the management of mangrove forest. Further, 52.2% of the staff confirmed that mobile phone calls are the most used communication technologies followed by instant messaging (52.2%). Results showed that mobile phones predominantly contribute to management of Mangrove Forest due to their affordability (58.2%), convenience and effectiveness in reporting criminal activity, monitoring and observing forest changes. Therefore, the study recommended the management to offer employees internet-enabled phones with the functionalities to support the use of social media applications. Finally, the organization needs to enhance the engagement between the staff and community members to facilitate collaborative effort in conserving the mangrove forest.