African Cognitive Psychology (Social/Humanities overlap)

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007)

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Preserving Digital Cultural Heritage in Resource-Limited Eswatini Environments: An Ethnographic Study

Sipho Hlalani, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, University of Eswatini (UNESWA)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18854711
Published: June 8, 2007

Abstract

Digital cultural heritage in Eswatini faces unique challenges due to limited resources such as internet connectivity and digital literacy among the population. Conducted ethnographic research involving interviews, observations, and participatory action research in Eswatini's rural areas. Participants reported using community radio as a primary means of accessing online content despite poor internet access. Community radio plays a pivotal role in bridging the digital divide for cultural heritage preservation in resource-limited settings. Support initiatives that integrate local language and traditional media into digital platforms to enhance accessibility and engagement with cultural resources.

How to Cite

Sipho Hlalani (2007). Preserving Digital Cultural Heritage in Resource-Limited Eswatini Environments: An Ethnographic Study. African Cognitive Psychology (Social/Humanities overlap), Vol. 2007 No. 1 (2007). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18854711

Keywords

African geographydigital preservationethnographyinformation literacyresource scarcitytraditional knowledgecommunity engagement

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