The Dynamics of African Indigenous Knowledge Systems: A Sustainable Alternative for Livelihoods in Southern Africa

This book discusses the pivotal role of African indigenous knowledge systems (AIKS) in promoting, enhancing, and sustaining livelihoods in Africa. The authors argue that AIKS are of central importance in the development of sustainable livelihoods, particularly in rural communities. In their analysis, they draw on interdisciplinary research in the fields of agriculture, cultural and indigenous studies, development studies, education, geography, political science, and sociology. The objective is to make AIKS more applicable to mainstream educational and development agendas in Africa, a pressing issue in areas where Eurocentric scientific practices are cost prohibitive.

The Dynamic of African Indigenous Knowledge Systems

will be of interest to development professionals, policy makers, academics, students, and anyone interested in the field of AIKS and sustainable development in rural communities.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1433187574
• ISBN13: 9781433187575
• Release Date: July 2022
• Publisher: Peter Lang Inc., International Academic Publi
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"