Challenges Faced by Indigenous and Local Communities in the SADC

Challenges Faced by Indigenous and Local Communities in the SADC

Indigenous and local communities in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) face a range of challenges that threaten their cultural identity, economic livelihoods, and political representation. These challenges stem from a history of colonization, land dispossession, and systemic inequalities that continue to shape the region today. Land Rights One of the most pressing challenges faced…