Disseminating archaeological heritage knowledge for development in Africa with special reference to Zimbabwe

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Authors

Shenjere-Nyabezi, Plan
Pwiti, Gilbert
Sagiya, Munyaradzi Elton

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Sage

Abstract

In recent years, culture has gained recognition as a vital element in sustainable development efforts, both globally through the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and in Africa through the African Union’s Vision 2063. However, there remains a significant gap between the scientific community and local communities in terms of understanding and benefiting from archaeological heritage resources. This article draws on a research project conducted in north-western Zimbabwe to explore strategies for effectively engaging communities and empowering them with archaeological knowledge that is traditionally confined to academic circles. In doing so, the discussion draws attention to the need for the adoption of more inclusive approaches to the utilisation of archaeological heritage knowledge for community and national development.

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Africa, Archaeological heritage, Development, Dissemination, Local communities, Zimbabwe

Sustainable Development Goals

SDG-11:Sustainable cities and communities

Citation

Shenjere-Nyabezi, P., Pwiti, G., & Sagiya, M. E. (2024). Disseminating archaeological heritage knowledge for development in Africa with special reference to Zimbabwe. Journal of Social Archaeology. 24(3), 266-283. https://doi.org/10.1177/14696053241286421.