What question did this study set out to answer?

To establish a theoretical framework for utilizing oral traditions as historical sources in Southern African communities.

March 7, 2026Open Access

Oral Traditions as Historical Sources in Southern African Communities: A Theoretical Framework

Key Points

To establish a theoretical framework for utilizing oral traditions as historical sources in Southern African communities.
Analysis of the role of oral traditions in documenting history.
Review of existing literature on oral traditions and their applicability.
Proposing interdisciplinary approaches for future research.
Oral traditions are vital for understanding historical events in Southern Africa.
Integrating oral tradition studies into anthropology and ethnomusicology can improve research validity.
Encourages collaboration across disciplines for enhanced historical analysis.

Abstract

Oral traditions play a significant role in documenting history within Southern African communities, serving as an important source of information for scholars and researchers. This theoretical framework elucidates how oral traditions can be effectively utilised to enrich our understanding of historical events within Southern African societies. Future research should consider incorporating oral tradition studies into broader interdisciplinary approaches, such as anthropology and ethnomusicology, to enhance the validity and reliability of their findings.

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Abraha et al. (Sun,) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69abc2615af8044f7a4ebfff https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18872801

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