Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010)

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Preserving West African Cultural Heritage in the Digital Age: A Comparative Analysis

Foday Touré, Institut Supérieur des Sciences et Médecine Vétérinaire
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18913374
Published: September 11, 2010

Abstract

The rapid advancement of digital technologies has transformed how cultural heritage is preserved, managed, and accessed in West Africa. A comparative study involving fieldwork in rural and urban settings across Guinea, employing semi-structured interviews and ethnographic observations. In Guinée Forestière, the use of mobile applications for oral history documentation was more prevalent (60%) compared to other regions like Conakry, where digital storytelling platforms were more popular (75%). Digital tools have emerged as crucial in maintaining cultural continuity but vary significantly by region and community. Policy makers should incentivize the development of culturally sensitive digital platforms that support traditional knowledge transmission.

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Foday Touré (2010). Preserving West African Cultural Heritage in the Digital Age: A Comparative Analysis. African Journal of Religion and Society, Vol. 2010 No. 1 (2010). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18913374

Keywords

West AfricanDigital PreservationIntangible HeritageCultural LandscapeCommunity EngagementEthnographyAnthropology

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