Legislation for library and information services in French-speaking Africa revisited

Lajeunesse, Marcel; Sène, Henri

doi:10.1080/10572317.2004.10762654

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“…Of the French‐speaking countries in Africa, the three North African countries have civilizations based on written texts (Lajeunesse and Sene, 2004, p. 369). Muslim scribes have been creating manuscripts in Arabic since the 900s (Hover, 2007).…”

Section: Libraries In Moroccomentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The culture of writing was important in Islamic countries, as it served as a fundamental part of the religion. All three Maghreb countries that are former French colonies have national libraries dating from the time of colonization (Lajeunesse and Sene, 2004). The tradition of writing and libraries, however, cannot be interpreted the same way that they are in the west.…”

Section: Libraries In Moroccomentioning

confidence: 99%

“…This decree was carried out during the French colonization period, but the structure remains today. Well after independence, a National Documentation Centre was created by a decree dating from 1980 (Lajeunesse and Sene, 2004); the National Documentation Centre is currently an OCLC member library (OCLC, 2008b). Although the institution of libraries may not be Moroccan at their origins, Moroccans can be seen as valuing libraries and the knowledge they hold.…”

Section: Libraries In Moroccomentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Lajeunesse and Sene (2004) report that national libraries in French‐speaking African countries have difficulty operating because of the small budgets they receive. However, Morocco's king, Mohammed VI, has authorized the construction of a new National Library of Morocco building.…”

Section: Libraries In Moroccomentioning

confidence: 99%

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Exploring access in the developing world: people, libraries and information technology in Morocco

Moulaison

2008

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PurposeThis paper aims to explore the information technology environment in a developing country, Morocco, through a discussion of the people, their information environment, and libraries. Concepts of modern library and information studies (LIS) education and the new role of the library professional in this context are also to be explored.Design/methodology/approachLargely based on a review of literature on the people, their information environment, and technology in Morocco, this paper incorporates both synthesis and discussion from an LIS point‐of‐view.FindingsBasic elements of the culture make library work difficult in Morocco. In reflecting on other cultures and participating in the international LIS dialogue, librarians can develop new perspectives on difficulties they experience at their home institutions while contributing to solutions of problems abroad.Practical implicationsBy supporting library work in developing countries, western librarians can have a positive impact on users both at home and abroad.Originality/valueThird world librarianship is not a phenomenon happening “over there” in a vacuum – real librarians trained in library and information science in countries like Morocco are helping users to access information. Their work contributes to the international conversation taking place in LIS, a discussion that is ultimately of benefit to all involved.

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Section: Libraries In Moroccomentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Libraries In Moroccomentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Libraries In Moroccomentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Libraries In Moroccomentioning

confidence: 99%

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Exploring access in the developing world: people, libraries and information technology in Morocco

Moulaison

2008

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“…According to Lajeunesse and Se (2004), legislation underpins the creation, development and maintenance of library and information services globally. Adequate and current legislation is therefore important for the successful implementation of public library policies in any country.…”

Section: Legislation Governing Public Libraries In Nigeriamentioning

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The governance and management of public library services in Nigeria

Salman

Mostert

Mugwisi

2018

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the managerial and governance issues that impact on service delivery in public libraries in Nigeria. Within many countries this seems to be a challenge often resulting in an ineffective service delivery resulting in underutilisation thereof. This study was conducted among administrators and managers of public libraries in Nigeria to establish the current status quo concerning governance and management issues impacting on service delivery. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative study using interviews was used to illicit data from three permanent secretaries, six public library directors, and six heads of rural community libraries, purposively selected for the study. Findings The findings show that variables such as relevant academic qualifications, years of experience, and designation of the administrators and managers of public libraries affect service delivery. A huge dependency on government bodies for decision making and funding was established. Impediments to good management of the libraries were found to be inadequate funding; lack of involvement of stakeholders in public library administration; and inappropriate public library legislation. Practical implications The study recommends the promulgation of a public library-specific act in order to regulate the administration and management of this public unit, involve stakeholders in public library administration, as well as the provision of alternative forms of funding in order to alleviate the dependence on governmental budgets. Originality/value With very little research available on these issues in Nigeria, this paper will create awareness among all stakeholders of specific governance and managerial issues impacting on effective service delivery to public library users so that it can be addressed.

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The National Libraries of the Countries of the Francophonie: A Comparative Study

Lajeunesse¹

2008

Alexandria: The Journal of National and International Library a

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The International Organization of the Francophonie (Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie, OIF) which developed over the last decades of the twentieth century brings together, as of 2008, 53 State and government full members and 13 observer members, spread out over five continents. The Répertoire des bibliothèques nationales de la Francophonie, which is in its third edition (2008), presents index cards on every national library, or library fulfilling such a role, of each member or observer country. After presenting an overview of the International Organization of the Francophonie, this article looks at the creation of the national library in each country, legal deposit and national bibliography. Then, communication (websites) and international relations (membership of IFLA) are addressed. Of the 63 countries surveyed, only 9 countries do not have a national library, although the majority of these nine countries have another institution – a national documentation centre, public or parliamentary library or national archives – that normally fulfils the functions of a national library. It must be recognized that there is a large disparity between the national libraries of developed countries in Europe and North America and those in developing countries of sub-Saharan Africa, Asia and the Antilles. In some sub-Saharan African countries, the national library has only a nominal existence.

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Legislation for library and information services in French-speaking Africa revisited

Cited by 4 publications

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Exploring access in the developing world: people, libraries and information technology in Morocco

Exploring access in the developing world: people, libraries and information technology in Morocco

The governance and management of public library services in Nigeria

The National Libraries of the Countries of the Francophonie: A Comparative Study

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