Access to Knowledge Without Barriers
As an undergraduate who believes so much in holistic development beyond academics, to the point of going the extra mile to create a community for that cause, I spend a lot of my online-time looking out for chances that I can take to achieve this aim of being an all-round developed person. From trainings to …
In an era where information is the new currency, the accessibility of a nation’s history determines its future. The Public Domain Conference 2025 recently convened a powerful assembly of librarians, legal experts, historians, and creatives with a singular, unifying mission: to explore how Nigeria can democratize access to its vast cultural and educational resources. Hosted …
Free Knowledge Africa is proud to announce that we have signed the Open Heritage Statement, a global call to action launched by Creative Commons and the TAROCH Coalition (Towards a Recommendation on Open Cultural Heritage). This statement is now open for signature by governments, organizations, and institutions worldwide. This statement, developed by more than 60 …
Countless African stories, historical documents, and literary works remain locked away, inaccessible to the digital world. At Free Knowledge Africa, we are on a mission to change that. We believe knowledge must be open, shared, and truly representative of global diversity. Too often, African voices, history, and heritage are underrepresented in global digital libraries. That’s …
Empowering Educators Across Borders At Free Knowledge Africa, we believe that education thrives when knowledge is open, accessible, and shareable. Our recent OER Educator Training Program reflected this commitment, bringing together over 50 educators from Nigeria, Uganda, and the UK for an intensive six-week virtual training. Participants explored the full spectrum of Open Educational Resources …
We are thrilled to announce the newly appointed Board of Trustees at Free Knowledge Africa, marking an exciting new chapter in our journey to advancing open knowledge, digital literacy, and equitable access to information across the African continent. Meet the New Board Members After a careful selection process, we are proud to introduce the distinguished …
Nigerian music has evolved over the years. From the days of Bobby Benson to contemporary Nigerian artists, music has been a constant factor propelling a lot of creatives in the entertainment industry. Lou Rawls once said “Music is the greatest communication in the world. Even if people do not understand the language, they still know …
The year 2025 began with the fresh streams of Joy as Free Knowledge Africa, in partnership with the Kwara State Branch of the National Library of Nigeria, hosted an advocacy event themed “The Public Domain in Nigeria: The Role of Libraries in the Preservation of Culture.” The event took place at the National Library of …
At Free Knowledge Africa (FKA), our mission is to make knowledge freely accessible and ensure Africa’s rich history and cultural heritage remain open to all. We are thrilled to announce our strategic partnership with Archivi.ng, a pioneering platform focused on the digitization and preservation of historical records, including newspapers. Through this collaboration, FKA and Archivi.ng …
Celebrate Public Domain Day 2025 with Free Knowledge Africa! Discover newly available works from literature, music, and photography, including iconic Nigerian treasures. Learn how these cultural gems inspire creativity, education, and preservation.
