What is it about?
The objective of this chapter is to present a summary of the education and training situation regarding Archives and Records Management in Africa. This chapter is based on research conducted within case study AF01, entitled "Curriculum Alignments at Institutions of Higher Learning in Africa: Preparing Professionals to Manage Records Created in Network Environments," performed by the African team participating in the InterPARES Trust Project.
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Why is it important?
The chapter provides an overview of past initiatives in African ARM education programs, offering a historical context to better understand the current landscape. It showcases various national and regional efforts that have been made in this field. Following that, an analysis is presented using a systems thinking approach, which delves into the policy framework, institutional processes, and key stakeholders involved in the development of ARM education and training across Africa.
Perspectives
The chapter urges the need to recognize the intricate socio-political environments of African countries when discussing education and training within these nations. Oversimplification can occur if we fail to acknowledge this complexity and treat the 54 individual countries as a homogeneous entity despite their diverse characteristics. In order to avoid such oversimplification, this chapter provides an extensive list of references that reflect the varied approaches found throughout the African continent. This comprehensive approach allows scholars to delve into various lines of inquiry related to the records profession in Africa.
Dr Shadrack Katuu
University of South Africa
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This page is a summary of: Tapestry of the education and training landscape for archives and records management in Africa, May 2022, Taylor & Francis,
DOI: 10.4324/9781003203155-6.
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