Economic Drivers and Effects of the Illegal Wildlife Trade in Sub-Saharan Africa

Evidence from case studies have been used to highlight these different motivations and effects where possible

From:
Department for International Development
Published
16 June 2017
Document Type:
Thematic Summary
Theme:
Climate and Environment, Economic Growth
Authors:
Price, R.A.

Abstract

This rapid literature review examined the economic drivers and effects of the illegal wildlife trade (IWT) in Sub-Saharan Africa. Evidence from case studies have been used to highlight these different motivations and effects where possible, however, evidence is patchy across Sub Saharan Africa.

K4D helpdesk reports provide summaries of current research, evidence and lessons learned. This report was commissioned by the UK Department for International Development.

Citation

Price, R.A. (2017). Economic drivers and effects of the illegal wildlife trade in Sub Saharan Africa. K4D Helpdesk Report. Brighton, UK: Institute of Development Studies

Economic Drivers and Effects of the Illegal Wildlife Trade in Sub-Saharan Africa

Published 16 June 2017
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