Libraries in National Literacy Education Programmes in Africa South of the Sahara: The State-of-the-Art

Reference Type Journal Article
Year of Publication
1990
Author
Author: John M. Newa
Journal
International Library Review
Volume
22
Issue
2
Pagination
73-94
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Abstract

Examines the involvement of public and village libraries in literacy and post literacy programs in Africa south of the Sahara during the last two decades. Discusses critical issues in functional literacy and post-literacy education in the context of African rural strategies of development. Examines the implications of these programs for library services.