The Challenges of Cultural Diversity Regarding the Use of Smart Technology to Promote Sustainable Land Governance, Administration and Management in Liberia
Martin, J. F *
Pan African University Institute of Governance, Humanities, and Social Sciences, Cameroon.
GABSA, N. L
University of Yaounde II, Cameroon.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
This research discusses the significance of culture in the context of Land governance in Liberia and Africa. It highlights how culture influences administration, governance, and management practices related to land, specifically in Liberia.
The objective of this research is to identify the challenges of cultural diversity on the use of smart technology in promoting sustainable land governance, administration and management activities with respect to good governance principles. Research questions for this purpose were developed and used. This study will serve as guidelines for, judges and in general, the government by showing the pros and cons. The research was conducted in Liberia. The research used both primary and secondary sources of data. The research revealed that cultural diversity and the use of smart technology to promote sustainable land governance, administration and management activity in the country is being conducted by taking in to account principles of good governance. But still, there are gaps in the governance of the system. However, in the light of problem solving as well as inclusivity, transparency, responding to land issues as fast as possible, together with effectiveness, and the role the Liberia Land Authority, Media and civil society organizations are playing, challenges still exist which need urgent solution.
Keywords: Culture diversity, smart technology, land governance, administration, management, sustainability