Aluka: digitization from Maputo to Timbuktu

摘要

Purpose - This paper aims to describe experiences of collaborative effort to digitize a wide range ofrnscholarly materials from and about AfricarnDesign/methodology/approach - A brief description of Aluka is followed by two examples ofrncapacity building in Africa, first in Maputo and second in Timbuktu.rnFindings - Success in international digitization projects can only be achieved through closerncollaboration.rnOriginality/value - The paper highlights a unique project to digitize materials at holdingrninstitutions in Africa.