Open access, development and connectivity

The presentation discusses the challenges and progress in open access, development, and connectivity within the African region, focusing on the AfricaConnect project and the role of National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) in enhancing internet access for research and education. It also highlights LIBSENSE's efforts to build a community for open science in Africa, aiming to support cultural change, provide technical support, and promote open access publishing for African research.