Traditional Land Tenure

Traditional land tenure refers to the systems and practices through which communities manage and use land based on customs and cultural norms rather than formal legal frameworks. This often involves communal ownership, where land is held collectively, and rights are passed down through generations. Land use rights are typically guided by local customs, and decisions are made collectively by the community. Traditional land tenure plays a vital role in preserving cultural identities and maintaining sustainable practices, but it can be challenged by formal legal systems and modern land markets that may not recognize these customary rights.