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APPLY NOWThe sector holds immense potential, with a projected revenue of US$18.5 billion should appropriate measures & policies be put in place. Africa’s lucrative educational publishing sector, comprising approx 70% of the global market. Source: www.unesco.org
Africa’s book industry represents only 5.4% of global publishing revenue. In 2023, Africa imported books worth an estd US$597 Mn but exported books worth US$81 Mn. More than 90% of African countries lack specific legislation to support the book industry beyond basic copyright & legal deposit laws. Source: www.unesco.org
There are just one bookshop per 116000 person & one public library per 189,000 inhabitants. However digital platforms are expanding access by offering e-books, audiobooks, & online sales, overcoming geographical & infrastructure limitations. Source: www.unesco.org
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