African Indigenous Knowledge Systems

African Indigenous Knowledge Systems (AIKS) refer to the rich, traditional ways of understanding, managing, and relating to the environment, society, and culture that have been developed and passed down by African communities over generations. These systems include practices, skills, beliefs, and values that guide agriculture, medicine, spirituality, social organization, and resource management. AIKS are rooted in local experiences and connections to nature, fostering sustainable living and community resilience. Recognizing AIKS highlights the importance of these culturally relevant, environmentally sustainable knowledge bases alongside modern scientific approaches.