The digital history of Africa
The African Archives - TAA - provides you single access to digital archives about Africa produced by hundreds of cultural heritage institutions but curated by and accessed from TAA.
Welcome To The African Archives
We are thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of The African Archives. This groundbreaking initiative marks a pivotal moment in preserving and celebrating Africa's rich history and culture. Visionary historians and non-historians have spearheaded this monumental project, the first of its kind in Africa, as a testament to the importance of safeguarding our collective heritage in the digital age.
The African Archives
Africa is steeped in history and cultural richness. Today, Africa is a vibrant hub of activity and development, pushing the boundaries of modernization while preserving its illustrious heritage. With ongoing projects in infrastructure, education, innovation, digitalization, and economic development, coupled with a rich cultural backdrop, Africa is becoming a more resilient and prosperous. The move towards a digital future, while rooted in its historic past, promises a vibrant and sustainable development trajectory for Africa and all of its people.
BOOKS ABOUT AFRICA
Bringing together knowledge about Africa. Here you will find many important books about Africa and its people
Innovation
The introduction of tech hubs and innovation centers to harness the power of information technology to solve local problems and encourage youth participation in the digital economy.
Culture
Culturally, Africa celebrates and promotes its heritage through festivals like the Igue Festival and various royal ceremonies that attract tourists and highlight the continent's rich traditions.
Economic Development
Revitalizing agriculture to increase local production of staples like cassava, yams, and rice.
Education
Renovating and building modern educational facilities and implementing programs aimed at improving the quality of education and fostering a reading culture on the continent.
Infrastructural Advances
Construction of new roads, renovation of old ones, and improvements in public transportation systems will enhance connectivity and stimulate economic growth.
Move to Digital
Digitalization of government services to improve transparency and foster a more efficient public service and make them more accessible to the public.
Economic Development
Revitalizing agriculture to increase local production of staples like cassava, yams, and rice.
The African Archives Strategic Plan
Digitization of Rare Documents
Digitized rare documents into electronic formats for easy access
Digital Resource Sharing
Centrally paid subscription for online databases which will be shared with participating institutions
Integration of OPACS
Connecting All Libraries using the Central OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue) system to ease inter-library loans
Organization of the Library in the headquarter at the Education Hub
There will be Seven (7) main Sections in the Library
The Digital Library Team
Director
Ms. Joan Oviawe
Dr. Obadele
Director General
Director
Kingsley Oviagele
Comptroler
Prof. Grace Onobrakpeya
Content Director
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Education (4)
Building a stronger state through education.
Music (3)
African music all hits and biggest catalogue. Stream and download high quality mp3 and mp4 from all popular playlists
History (7)
The African Archives - TAA - provides you single access to digital archives about Africa produced by hundreds of cultural heritage institutions but curated by and accessed from TAA.
Treaties (0)
Echoes of the Past, Lessons for the Future: Exploring Africa's Colonial Treaties
Culture (3)
This collection curates Africa's ancient and contemporary philosophy and its enduring legacy.
Migration (0)
Migration from Africa.
General (0)
Anything that may not be in a specific category
Technology (6)
Documenting Africa's Technological contribution to the ancient and modern worlds.
Art (6)
Pottery, metalwork, sculpture, architecture, textile art, and fiber art are important visual art forms across Africa.
Dance (4)
The African movement of the body in a rhythmic way, usually to music for the purpose of expressing an idea or emotion, releasing energy, or simply taking delight in the movement itself.
Geneology (0)
Find record collections, history, and genealogy resources to help you trace your family history, lineage,
etc. Documents may include heraldry, birth registries and many more. Please help us to improve it, if you have knowledge in this area, by providing information. You may consider joining TAA - https://theafricanarchives.com/join.
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The African Archives is a global network of researchers, archivists that is open to anyone with interest in documenting African's history. There are many ways to contribute to the archive: as an individual or as an institution looking to share its content online, as a professional archivist, as a history researcher, or as someone with a love for cultural heritage. You may join as a:
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