Crafting a livelihood: local-level trade in mats and baskets in Pondoland, South Africa

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2004

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University of the Western Cape

Abstract

This study explored the dynamics of local-level trade in plant-based mats and baskets in Khanyayo village, Eastern Cape. These dynamics include social aspects of harvesting, resource tenure and trade. It also includes institutional issues such as legislation that enhances or restricts the degree to which local people could benefit from the trade or direct use. The study also explored the contribution of the trading in mats and baskets to the livelihoods of the Khanyayo people.

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Magister Philosophiae (Land and Agrarian Studies) - MPhil(LAS)

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Eastern Cape, Handicraft industries, South Africa, Handicraft, Economic aspects, Commerce in art

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