Kaamatan harvest festival challenges: a narrative review and directions for future research / Tressy Belly, Muhammad Zulhilmi Zulkurnain and Quratul’Ain Syahirah Awang Ali

The Kaamatan Harvest Festival is a significant cultural celebration observed by the Kadazandusun community in the state of Sabah, Malaysia. While the festival is generally well-received and cherished by the community, there have been a few notable issues and challenges associated. Therefore, this narrative review aims to gain a comprehensive understanding of the various challenges that the Kaamatan Harvest Festival encounters.This study’s methodology typically involves a narrative and comprehensive examination of existing literature, documents, reports, news, and relevant sources related to the festival and its associated challenges. Kaamatan Harvest Festival lies in its ability to present a comprehensive, insightful, and contextualized understanding of the festival's unique issues. By offering a fresh perspective on these challenges, the review can contribute to cultural preservation, community development, and the promotion of sustainable practices surrounding the festival. Implications, limitations, and conclusion are also discussed in this study.