Influence of Indigenous data governance principles on Indigenous knowledge management: Lessons from the Southern African Intangible Cultural Heritage Project

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dc.contributor.authorChigwada, Josiline
dc.contributor.authorMapara, Jacob
dc.contributor.authorNgulube, Patrick
dc.contributor.authorChabvutagondo, Tavhiringwa
dc.date.accessioned2026-04-24T11:16:26Z
dc.date.available2026-04-24T11:16:26Z
dc.date.issued2026
dc.descriptionIFLA Journal article
dc.description.abstractThe study investigates the impact of Indigenous data governance principles on managing Indigenous knowledge. Indigenous communities possess rich knowledge systems that are crucial for sustainable development and community well-being. However, managing this knowledge faces challenges, including inadequate data governance frameworks that fail to align with Indigenous values, protocols and ownership rights. This research explores how integrating Indigenous data governance principles into knowledge management practices enhances cultural autonomy, strengthens community resilience and fosters sustainable development. Drawing on a qualitative methodology including web content analysis, document analysis and personal experiences, a case study of the Southern African Intangible Cultural Heritage Project was carried out. The data was analysed using qualitative content analysis. The FAIR (findable, accessible, interoperable, reusable) and CARE (collective benefit, authority to control, responsibility, ethics) principles were utilized as the guiding data governance principles. The findings highlight the importance of culturally sensitive data protocols, community-driven decision-making processes, and reciprocal partnerships between Indigenous communities and database managers. This research offers insights into transformative approaches for advancing Indigenous knowledge sovereignty. Keywords CARE principles, cultural heritage, FAIR principles, Indigenous knowledge, SAICH Project, Southern African Intangible Cultural Heritage
dc.description.sponsorshipIFLA ; Busitema University
dc.identifier.citationChigwada, J., Mapara, J., Ngulube, P., & Chabvutagondo, T. (2026). Influence of indigenous data governance principles on indigenous knowledge management: lessons from the southern African intangible cultural heritage project. IFLA Journal, 52(1), 38-47.
dc.identifier.urihttps://doi.org/10.60682/7r33-mz87
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherSage
dc.relation.ispartofseriesIFLA Journal ; 2026, Vol. 52(1) 38–47
dc.subjectSOCIAL SCIENCES::Other social sciences::Library and information science
dc.titleInfluence of Indigenous data governance principles on Indigenous knowledge management: Lessons from the Southern African Intangible Cultural Heritage Project
dc.typeArticle
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