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AfricArXiv

UbuntuNet Alliance
Malawi
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About

Launched: 2018
Record Updated: Nov 07, 2024
Repository service
AfricArXiv is a not-for-profit digital archive for African research. Under the stewardship of UbuntuNet Alliance, and the coordination of Access 2 Perspectives, it is designed to enhance the visibility of African research and foster a vibrant, inclusive, and interconnected research community across the continent. Through collaborative governance, strategic partnerships, and a commitment to capacity building, we aim for AfricArXiv to be a cornerstone of African scholarly communication and research management that facilitates collaboration among African researchers and supports the development of a robust, inclusive, and equitable African research ecosystem.
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Mission

We establish an independent and open research repository and interoperable source of contributions for and from researchers as well as innovators working on pan-African advancement to increase the discoverability of African researchers’ output and for all scientists who work in an African context.

Technical Attributes

Maintenance Status

Actively Maintained

Technical Documentation

In Progress

Open Product Roadmap

In Progress

Technical Attribute Statements

Technology Readiness Level

  • Actual system proven in operational environment

Standards

Persistent Identifier

Handle
Ark
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Community Engagement

Code of Conduct

Implemented
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Community Statements

Engagement with Values Frameworks

  • Helsinki Initiative on Multilingualism

Policies & Governance

Policies

Commitment to Equity & Inclusion

In Progress

Privacy Policy

Implemented
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Web Accessibility Statement

In Progress

Governance Structure & Processes

Implemented
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Transparent Pricing and Cost Expectations

In Progress

Policy Statements

Board Structure

  • Advisory board or steering committee

Board Level

n/a

Community Governance

  • Ad hoc

Additional Information

Organizational History

AfricArXiv Reports, articles, presentations, and datasets that the team created for the AfricArXiv community. are available at https://africarxiv.ubuntunet.net/handle/1/1535

Organizational Structure

Business or Ownership Model

Fiscal sponsorship (non-profit)

Full-time Staff

1-5

Volunteers

1-5

Current Affiliations

Access 2 Perspectives coordinates AfricArXiv’s operations. This includes managing day-to-day activities, overseeing submission processes, ensuring quality control, and facilitating the integration of AfricArXiv with other scholarly services

Funding

Primary Funding Source

  • Contributions

Funding Needs

Investment can empower AfricArXiv to advance African research accessibility and visibility by enhancing its digital infrastructure, supporting multilingual resources, and strengthening global partnerships. Funding can improve user interfaces, optimize searchability, and enable translation into indigenous languages, broadening reach. Capacity-building initiatives, such as workshops, grants, and digital literacy programs, can empower researchers and democratize access to publishing. Sustainable revenue models through membership, sponsorships, and donations ensure long-term viability. Additionally, as we have shown previously, investment in peer review, community-building tools, and public outreach can boost AfricArXiv’s credibility, fostering impactful and inclusive African scholarship.
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