African Indigenous Knowledge Of Climate Change And Disaster Risk Management In Changing Climate
Journal of Ethology & Animal Science
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Abstract: This study investigates indigenous climate knowledge systems across six African zones and eight ethnic communities, including Maasai and Samburu in Kenya. It explores traditional early warning methods, drought-resilient architecture, food preservation, and adaptive land-use. The paper critiques the scientisation of knowledge and proposes integrated resilience planning. Practices such as Kulang?s land-use model and El mejel architecture provide scalable adaptation strategies rooted in community experience and cultural sustainability.
Author:
Bol GK, Van Niekerk D
Theme/Sector:
Adaptation and Resilience, East Africa, Climate Justice, Disaster Risk and Reduction
Year
2023