Indigenous and local knowledge systems are a central pillar of Malawi’s cultural identity and environmental stewardship. Across the country’s diverse landscapes – from the northern Nyika-Vwaza forests, through Lake Malawi and Mbenje Island at the nation’s centre, to the Biosphere Reserves of Mt. Mulanje and Lake Chilwa, and further south to the Khulubvi sacred forest – communities have long drawn on their rich knowledge and traditions to guide sustainable practices, nurture biodiversity, and strengthen resilience. These knowledge systems, passed down through generations, reflect a profound relationship with nature that continues to shape the country’s biodiversity stewardship today.
Malawi National Outlook on Indigenous and Local Knowledge of Biodiversity
Year: 2025
