This study addresses a current research gap in Arts however, evidence remains uneven across contexts and sectors. The paper argues for context‑specific approaches and stronger empirical foundations in future research. Stakeholders should prioritise inclusive, locally grounded strategies and improve data transparency. The Role of Libraries and Archives in Preserving African Intellectual Heritage, Libya, Africa, Arts & Humanities, original research This structured abstract provides a standardised summary to support rapid screening, indexing, and assessment of scholarly contribution.
Whitehead et al. (2003) studied this question.