Vol. 2006 No. 1 (2006)
Preserving Intellectual Heritage: Libraries and Archives in the Republic of Congo Context
Linga Simba, Department of Research, Marien Ngouabi University, Brazzaville
Mwene Lodo, Marien Ngouabi University, Brazzaville
Chacha Mbindyo, Department of Interdisciplinary Studies, Marien Ngouabi University, Brazzaville
Mpaka Ndong, Department of Research, Marien Ngouabi University, Brazzaville
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18830408
Published: May 18, 2006
Abstract
The Republic of Congo, like many African nations, faces challenges in preserving its intellectual heritage through libraries and archives. A qualitative approach will be employed to analyse existing literature on library and archive systems, focusing on their impact on preserving African intellectual heritage. Efforts should focus on enhancing accessibility and increasing resources for these institutions to better serve their communities. Investment in infrastructure, training programmes, and public awareness campaigns is recommended to improve archival services.
How to Cite
Linga Simba, Mwene Lodo, Chacha Mbindyo, Mpaka Ndong (2006). Preserving Intellectual Heritage: Libraries and Archives in the Republic of Congo Context. African Religious Studies, Vol. 2006 No. 1 (2006). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18830408
Keywords
African diasporaarchival studiescultural heritageintellectual propertymemory cultureoral traditionpostcolonial theory