Indigenous knowledge systems and agricultural rural development in South Africa : past and present perspectives

Natal Buthelezi, J. C. Hughes · 2014 · Indilinga African Journal of Indigenous Knowledge Systems

Summary. Indigenous knowledge systems sustained rural livelihoods and biodiversity in South Africa for centuries until colonialism and apartheid disrupted them. The paper examines how IK can support agricultural development today, identifying gaps in research and policy. While the South African government has advanced IK protection, gaps remain in intellectual property legislation and implementation. Agricultural and soil-focused IK research needs expansion to unlock innovation potential for rural development.

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@article{buthelezi-2014-indigenous-knowledge-systems-agricultural-rural,
  title   = {Indigenous knowledge systems and agricultural rural development in South Africa : past and present perspectives},
  author  = {Natal Buthelezi and J. C. Hughes},
  journal = {Indilinga African Journal of Indigenous Knowledge Systems},
  year    = {2014},
  url     = {https://journals.co.za/content/linga/13/2/EJC166451}
}

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Countries

South Africa

Regions

Africa

Categories

indigenous-innovation, food-systems, policy

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2026-04-28