O processo histórico de ocupação da terra nas zonas verdes: o caso Vale do Infulene 1980 até atualidade

Abstract

This paper analyses the historical process of land occupation in the green zones of the Infulene Valley from 1980 to the present day. Specifically, the study aims to describe the historical course of the Green Zones of the Infulene Valley; identify the forms of land occupation in the Infulene Valley and finally describe the environmental and socio-economic impacts arising from land occupation in the Infulene Valley. Land occupation in the Green Zones of the Infulene Valley is linked to a historical process, since their creation is based on the development strategies adopted by the state as part of the policy of socialising the countryside. Before the occupation by the Mozambicans, the valley already played an important role in the production and supply of vegetables. In the post-independence period, various inefficient policies were adopted. In 1980, the policy of production in green zones was implemented. intensified the occupation of areas in the Infulene Valley. In 1986, the territorial divisions of Mozambican cities were changed in order to expand the urban area of the capital. During this period, the upper part of the valley was occupied for real estate purposes due to the pressure of urbanisation. Currently, agriculture in the Infulene valley is under the control of agricultural associations, as the agricultural sector no longer relies on state support after the advent of the market economy. The role of the associations has increased significantly in recent years, allocating plots of land to member producers for family exploitation, providing a livelihood for many families, whether for consumption or sale. The production obtained in the association is used for subsistence and the rest is used to sell. The association therefore plays an important role in farmers' lives.(TRADUÇAO NOSSA)