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History Paper 2, Nov/Dec. 2012  
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Question 1

Question 1

  1. (i)         Define the term migration.

(ii)        Name four patterns of migration in Africa.

  1. Outline any three causes of migration in Africa.

 

  1. Suggest any three ways by which rural-urban migration can be reduced in Africa.

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Observation

This question was very popular among the candidates and most of those who answered the question performed very well.  Few candidates however could not suggest ways by which     rural-urban migration could be reduced in Africa. 

The ways of curbing rural-urban migration in Africa include:

-           strict legislation on immigration
-           establishment of rural industries to create jobs;
-           provision of social amenities in rural areas;
-           supporting rural entrepreneurs with funds;
-           infrastructural development in rural areas;
-           political stability;
-           improved agricultural practices;
-           establishing schools of higher learning in rural areas;
-           prompt response to disasters;
-           good governance;

-           creation of grazing lands for nomadic herdsmen.

 

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