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(en) ‘The commons’ refers to shared resources and can include public lands, water bodies, cultural assets, and even digital spaces. It can also refer to forms of knowledge that are held collectively rather than privately. Highlighted by Garrett Hardin in his seminal work 'Tragedy of the Commons,' the concept underscores the risk of over-exploitation by individuals prioritizing their self-interests. However, research on common property regimes demonstrates that communities can, under certain conditions, develop governance structures to effectively manage shared resources. Yet, this research often struggles with global commons, such as the climate, and has faced criticism for its insufficient recognition of the roles that culture, history, and power play in collective governance challenges.
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  • Institut Supérieur de Développement Rural de Bukavu (ISDR-Bukavu)Angaza Institute

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Mulumeoderhwa Polepole, P., & Simpson, F. (2025). Les Communs.