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March 19, 20260 citationsOpen Access

Libraries and Archives in Moroccan Africa: Preserving Intellectual Heritage Through Comparative Study

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ABAhmed BenkiraneHAHassan El AmineKAKhadija Agueri

Key Points

  • Examine how Moroccan libraries and archives preserve intellectual heritage and the effectiveness of their digital initiatives.
  • Mixed-methods approach combining qualitative interviews and archival research
  • Analysis of digitization efforts across libraries and archives
  • Assessment of accessibility for researchers and the public
  • Over 70% of archival records in Fez are digitized
  • Increased access to preserved materials for researchers and the general public
  • Recommendations for further investment in digital preservation strategies across all regions.

Abstract

Morocco's cultural landscape includes a rich tapestry of intellectual heritage preserved in libraries and archives across various regions. A mixed-methods approach combining qualitative interviews with archival research to analyse preservation practices and their effectiveness. Archival records from Fez demonstrate a consistent trend of over 70% digitization efforts, significantly enhancing access for researchers and the general public. Moroccan libraries and archives play a pivotal role in preserving intellectual heritage through comprehensive digital initiatives. Further investment is recommended to expand digital preservation strategies across all regions to ensure equitable access.

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Benkirane et al. (2014) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69bb92be496e729e6298055fhttps://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19076135
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