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Wider acceptance of indigenous plants could help reduce over-reliance on exotic food varieties.
The final MMIWG report says that genocide does not refer only to the deliberate murder of some or all members of a particular social group. It also refers to the destruction of a group as a social unit.
The colonial history of botanical gardens encouraged pride in indigenous flora and culture.
Africa’s orphan crops are under-researched and underutilised. They can be a vital tool in combating food and nutrition insecurity on the continent.
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Associate Professor of History, University of Johannesburg
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Lecturer: Department of Agronomy, Stellenbosch University
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Director: Research Support and Management, Nelson Mandela University
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Professor and PARC/DoA/UFS Chair: Innovative Agro-processing for Climate Smart Food Systems, University of the Free State
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