Table 4: Summary of SWOT Analysis of Ethiopia's PAs system.

Sustainability pillars

Criterions of SWOT

Nature/Ecosystem

Enhance biodiversity and ecosystem

Establish buffer zone and create connectivity

Boundary expansion to protect surrounding areas

Socio-cultural

Improve participation and awareness of locals

Reduce human wildlife conflict

Integration of cultural and religious amenities and incorporate bylaws with sound science conservation practices

Economic

Improve tourism infrastructure

Enhance direct economic opportunity from tourism and other sustainable form of resource utilization

Governance

Strengthened law enforcement

Improved integration among key actors