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Contested Properties

Peoples, Plants and Politics in Post-Apartheid South Africa

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Focusing on the values of medicinal plants and bioprospecting in post-apartheid South Africa, the book explores the intersection of commercial interests and human rights. It highlights the challenges arising from claims made by indigenous communities for political leverage and cultural identity. By addressing the complex issues of benefit-sharing and the protection of indigenous knowledge, it contributes to ongoing discussions about ethical practices in bioprospecting and the preservation of cultural heritage in a changing political landscape.

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Contested Properties, Britta Rutert

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2020
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Sottotitolo
Peoples, Plants and Politics in Post-Apartheid South Africa
Lingua
Inglese
Editore
transcript
Pubblicato
2020
Formato
In brossura
Pagine
354
ISBN13
9783837647945
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Focusing on the values of medicinal plants and bioprospecting in post-apartheid South Africa, the book explores the intersection of commercial interests and human rights. It highlights the challenges arising from claims made by indigenous communities for political leverage and cultural identity. By addressing the complex issues of benefit-sharing and the protection of indigenous knowledge, it contributes to ongoing discussions about ethical practices in bioprospecting and the preservation of cultural heritage in a changing political landscape.