Indigenous and Local Knowledge: Instruments Towards Achieving SDG2: A Review in an African Context

Zongho Kom () and Nthaduleni Samuel Nethengwe
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Zongho Kom: Faculty of Science, Engineering and Agriculture, University of Venda, Thohoyandou 0950, South Africa
Nthaduleni Samuel Nethengwe: Faculty of Science, Engineering and Agriculture, University of Venda, Thohoyandou 0950, South Africa

Sustainability, 2024, vol. 16, issue 20, 1-15

Abstract: This study seeks to review African indigenous and local knowledge in farming systems that are used as instruments for the achievement of sustainable development. Hence the idea of sustainability, indigenous and local knowledge paying reference to Zero Hunger. Limited studies have indicated the importance of indigenous knowledge systems as a fundamental driver for the achievement of SDG2 by 2030. This study envisioned the idea of sustainable development in the context of indigenous and local knowledge as a potential for achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 2. Hence, it emphasizes the necessity of a radical investigation of Indigenous knowledge practices for a more effective local farming system in the African setting that is inclusive and driven by the Indigenous community to harness the untapped riches of indigenous knowledge. Local and Indigenous knowledge are regarded as knowledge systems possessed by cultural groups and, based on their experience and adaptability to local culture and environment, it is important for development, particularly in food security. The study concludes by urging further potential investigation into whether indigenous and traditional knowledge systems as tools can be used to accomplish Sustainable Development Goals in practice.

Keywords: indigenous knowledge systems; sustainable development goals; zero hunger; Africa context; food security (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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