Indigenous Knowledge: An Alternative for Food Security and Wellness in Africa

Emmanuel O. Oritsejafor emphasizes the importance of Indigenous Knowledge (IK) in addressing food insecurity and improving wellness in Africa. He argues that IK methods result in sustainable agricultural practices and that the application of IK in global communities demonstrates its value as a development alternative. Oritsejafor establishes the severity and breadth of food insecurity on the continent and critiques the western-led development model, suggesting that IK should serve as one of the central models for addressing food security. He also posits that the reliance on modern technologies has not been able to halve hunger and poverty in Africa.

Format: Hardback
Length: 186 pages
Publication date: 30 July 2022
Publisher: Lexington Books

In his book, "In Indigenous Knowledge: An Alternative for Food Security and Wellness in Africa," Emmanuel O. Oritsejafor makes a compelling argument for the central role of Indigenous Knowledge (IK) in addressing food insecurity. He emphasizes that IK methods lead to sustainable agricultural practices that enhance wellness. The application of IK in global communities showcases its immense value as a development alternative. For instance, Native Indians in the Americas have thrived for generations through the use of IK in agriculture and wellness.

Oristejafor establishes the severity and breadth of food insecurity across Africa, highlighting the inadequacy of the western-led development model in meeting the continent's food security needs. He suggests that indigenous knowledge (IK) should serve as one of the central models for addressing food security, as it takes into account the specificities of local conditions and relies on the knowledge and environment of African communities. In contrast, he argues that the reliance on modern technologies has not been successful in halving hunger and poverty in Africa.

Oritsejafor's book offers a valuable perspective on the challenges facing food security in Africa and the potential of IK to provide an alternative solution. By advocating for the integration of IK into development policies and practices, the book contributes to the broader discourse on sustainable development and the role of local knowledge in addressing global challenges.

Weight: 449g
Dimension: 228 x 160 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781793615084