http://ir.bdu.edu.et/handle/123456789/1572 Tue, 13 Oct 2026 03:23:04 GMT 2026-10-13T03:23:04Z http://ir.bdu.edu.et/handle/123456789/17340 Determinants of Access to Home Ownership in Bahir Dar City: The Case of Primary and Secondary School Teachers. B Sendek, Momina This study aims to identify and analyse the factors influencing access to homeownership in Bahir Dar City, with a focus on Primary and Secondary School Teachers. Despite their critical role in shaping the future of society, primary and secondary school teachers in Bahir Dar City face significant challenges in accessing affordable housing. The study employed mixed-research approach. Data were collected using questionnaire, interview, FGD and physical observation, the collected data were analysed by using descriptive and inferential statistics which include frequency, percentage, and binary logistic regression. Logistic regression was used to measure and describe the relationship between housing tenure and variables that describe housing characteristics. Regarding tenure structure, the study indicates that 26.7 percent are homeowners, while 73.3 percent are renteen. The study identifies key socio-economic, demographic, and institutional factors that shape individuals’ ability to acquire homes in urban settings. The logistic regression model shows that age, savings, household size, monthly income, monthly expense, marital status, and access to land are statistically significant factors that affect house ownership. The study identifies two major structural impediments that likely affect teachers' housing access. These are institutional shortcomings about the land delivery process and limited access to credit facilities. This study, suggests that financial institutions should provide long-term housing loans with appropriate criteria and reasonable interest rates to facilitate homeownership. Moreover, it is better for the municipality to improve low-cost housing projects in order make low- and middle- income employees like teachers to become home owners. Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://ir.bdu.edu.et/handle/123456789/17340 2025-06-01T00:00:00Z http://ir.bdu.edu.et/handle/123456789/17339 ASSESSING THE SUSTAINABILITY OF RURAL LAND ADMINISTRATION SYSTEM (RLAS) IN ETHIOPIA: THE CASE OF MESKAN WOREDA DESALEGN, TEMESGEN Land remains the foundation of rural livelihoods in Ethiopia, and the sustainability of the Rural Land Administration System (RLAS) is essential for tenure security, social equity, and rural development. Despite reforms and SLLC programs, Ethiopia’s RLAS continues to face challenges, including institutional fragmentation, financial dependency, weak participation, and LIS-related issues. This study assessed the sustainability of RLAS in Meskan Woreda, focusing on the institutional framework, financial sustainability, participatory & inclusiveness of the RLAS and LIS issues. To realize the objective of the study, a mixed-methods approach was applied, incorporating household surveys, KII, FGD, and document review. The study targeted 321 households in Shershera Mechmena Kebele, with 174 valid responses, complemented by qualitative inputs from woreda and federal officials and experts. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics in SPSS, while qualitative data were thematically interpreted. Results revealed that although institutional structures exist, they are weak and not aligned with Land Administration's core functions. There is also poor coordination, a weak and a shortage of professional capacity. All of which contribute to inefficiencies and ineffectiveness. Besides, financial sustainability was found to be fragile due to a heavy reliance on donor funding, despite 78% of respondents expressing a willingness to pay for land services. Participation of women and Vulnerable groups was limited, hindered by cultural barriers and weak institutional mechanisms. Moreover, the Land Information System (LIS) contributed positively to transparency, certification, and conflict resolution but was hampered by limited infrastructure, financial shortages, and a lack of skilled personnel. Overall, the study findings conclude and demonstrate that the sustainability of RLAS in Meskan Woreda is fragile and requires reforms that strengthen institutional capacity by building resilient institutions with clear mandates, diversifying financial sources, ensuring inclusiveness in decision-making and governance, Introducing& enhancing functionality of available LIS by investing in technology and skilled human resources is critical measures for ensuring tenure security, equitable land governance, and long-term rural development & RLAS. Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://ir.bdu.edu.et/handle/123456789/17339 2025-10-01T00:00:00Z http://ir.bdu.edu.et/handle/123456789/17338 ASSESSING THE URBAN LAND REGISTRATION IMPLEMENTATION, CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN ETHIOPIA: THE CASE OF AMBO TOWN ADMINISTRATION. TEFERA, MULUNEH An efficient land and property record can be used by a government of a country to empower its citizens to achieve sustainable development. Studies have shown that land records in Ethiopia experience problems which have affected urban land service provision. The main objective of the study is to assess the implementation of land registrations, challenges and opportunities in the Ambo town. It also, evaluates the process of land registration, spatial coverage, quality, and security of the existing land records of the town. The study relied on both qualitative and quantitative approach. It used both primary and secondary sources of data that were collected using questionnaire and interview, while secondary data were collected form document reviews. The quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, while, qualitative data were analyzed in a content-wise. The findings of the study indicates that the land registration system in Ambo town lack effectiveness and transparency. About 75% of sample respondents reported that the landowners are waiting long time to get services related to their holdings. Particularly, unregistered plots in informal areas and peri-urban areas highlight social inequality and hinder the realization of land rights. The empirical findings of the study also highlight several issues including the lack of updated cadastral maps, manual documentation, delays due to position bottlenecks that limit responsibility and decrease public trust. There are some indications of recognition of the benefit of land registration processes but, in many cases, respondents highlight corruption, inadequate security of files and, inadequate urban land services. Overall, the findings call for system reform that included digitization, shortening procedures in land registration, training staff, educating the public, and developing and promoting inclusive policies to achieve efficiencies, accountability and promote equitable urban development in Ambo town Sat, 01 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://ir.bdu.edu.et/handle/123456789/17338 2025-11-01T00:00:00Z http://ir.bdu.edu.et/handle/123456789/16790 Assessing Rural Cadaster Implementation and Its Contribution to Land Transaction and Land Use Right Conflict Management: Evidence from West Belessa District, Amhara Region, Ethiopia Eyayaw, Atikilit Land is a fundamental resource that sustains economic, social and environmental sustainability. In Ethiopia, rural landholders have historically faced tenure insecurity due to incomplete land records and reliance on oral boundary backgrounds. To address this, the government introduced a parcel-based rural cadaster system through the Second Level Land Certification (SLLC) program. However, its implementation and effectiveness remain uncertain in many regions. The objective of this study was to assess the rural cadaster implementation and its role to land transactions and land conflict management in West Belessa District, Amhara Region. A concurrent mixed-methods design was employed, integrating quantitative data from 277 rural households and 30 land administration experts with qualitative insights from interviews and focus group discussions. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the data, triangulated with qualitative findings. The study also reviewed various related literatures and reference as the secondary data. The results indicate that while the foundational components of the cadaster have been introduced, institutional challenges, including limited staffing, poor service delivery, and weak inter-agency coordination continue to delay its effectiveness. Technical deficiencies in boundary demarcation and data updating affect cadastral data accuracy. Although the legal framework exists, enforcement remains weak, and community legal awareness is limited. Community participation was also found to be minimal, largely due to misinformation and limited outreach. Nevertheless, the cadaster has contributed to improving land transaction transparency and reducing land disputes. Furthermore, findings suggest that while landholders generally perceive the system positively, awareness of its benefits and its impact on land use right practices remains moderate and uneven across the study area. In conclusion, the rural cadaster in West Belessa has placed on moderately effective system for sustained land governance. However, realizing its full potential requires institutional strengthening, technical upgrading, enhanced legal enforcement, and broader community engagement. Thu, 01 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT http://ir.bdu.edu.et/handle/123456789/16790 2025-05-01T00:00:00Z