The article discusses how people in Sub-Saharan Africa manage natural resources like land to sustain their livelihoods. They use both traditional and modern strategies to prevent overexploitation and depletion of resources. The study found that traditional knowledge systems are more commonly used for resource management in the area, but a combination of traditional and modern approaches is recommended for better sustainability. The research used a mix of surveys, interviews, and literature reviews to gather data. The main goal was to understand how informal and formal strategies can work together to protect natural resources in the region.