The Practice of African Indigenous Medicine and Agrarianism in Madamombe Area (Chivi District-Zimbabwe)

In Mbih Jerome Tosam & Erasmus Masitera, African Agrarian Philosophy. Springer Verlag. pp. 325-342 (2023)
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African traditional medicine has been used by the African people since time immemorial. It has been used to deal with different livelihood challenges such as human and animal ailments, and bio-diversity conservation, among others. Among the Karanga people of Chivi, a Shona subgroup, this practice has persisted in modern times despite its denigration by both colonial authorities and missionaries in colonial Zimbabwe. The chapter examines the extent to which traditional medicine is relied upon by the Karanga people of Chivi. It mainly focuses on how traditional medicine has been used and continues to be used in crop enhancement, protection and animal husbandry. While other traditional institutions can be used to deal with agrarian issues in Madamombe area, it is believed that this precious Indigenous Knowledge System is being lost and should be preserved as contemporary challenges faced by the African people warrant a multi-faceted approach. As such, the chapter endeavours to problematise the efficacy of traditional medicines in promoting sustainable agriculture in Madamombe area. The chapter draws from face to face interviews and existing related literature.

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