jatkotukeen
Jatkotukeen is a term in ethnography and geography for a dispersed cultural-ecological complex on the coastal Jatko Archipelago. It includes island communities, mangrove estuaries, and nearby mainland areas linked by history and mutual resource use.
Etymology is not settled. The name likely derives from indigenous languages, combining elements meaning "sea" and
Geography: The archipelago lies in tropical to subtropical waters, with intertidal zones, coral reefs, and dense
History: Jatkotukeen appears in oral histories predating modern records; formal study began in the early 20th
Society and culture: Social life centers on kinship networks, reciprocal exchange, and customary law. Decision-making often
Economy and environment: The economy relies on small-scale fishing, agroforestry, and crafts, with growing emphasis on
Governance and status: Jatkotukeen is not a single political unit, but it features in regional planning and