There has been a sea change in the biodiversity business. International and national laws now oblige companies and researchers to “do the right thing”. Indigenous people and local communities must be included as beneficiaries in ventures exploiting their knowledge or resources. Communities must give their consent before any bioprospecting – exploring biodiversity for valuable … [Read more...] about Justice is still not being done in the exploitation of indigenous products | The Conversation
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First Indigenous Movement of South Africa – FIMOSA |MyPE
Ahead of the 7 May National Elections you would do well to acquaint yourself with the Political Parties registered on the National level for the elections. Today we introduce you to: First Indigenous Movement of South Africa – FIMOSA IEC Status: Registered Level: National Contact person: ELVIS THOMAS BALANCE Telephone: 011 7321245 Fax: 011 7321245 […] MyPE Read … [Read more...] about First Indigenous Movement of South Africa – FIMOSA |MyPE
Durban: Saving the Forests with Indigenous Knowledge
Saving the Forests with Indigenous Knowledge By Isaiah Esipisu* DURBAN, South Africa, Dec 9, 2011 (IPS) - For the Laibon community, a sub-tribe of Kenya's Maasai ethnic group, the 33000-hectare Loita Forest in the country's Rift Valley Province is more than just a forest. It is a shrine. ... Read more on Inter Press Service … [Read more...] about Durban: Saving the Forests with Indigenous Knowledge
