University of Nairobi open access policy - INASP

Use the link to access the full text article introduced as follows: "News of the University of Nairobi open access policy for research was reported by SciDev.net recently and was the source of much discussion on Twitter. In this joint ACU and INASP article, Agatha Kabagu, Deputy University Librarian (Planning), University of Nairobi Library and Country Coordinator of INASP's PERii Programme, tells us more about the steps taken to put this in place. In Enhancing the Visibility and Accessibility of Research: Demystifying and Promoting Open Access at the University of Nairobi Agatha discusses strategic planning, capacity building and collaboration at a national level, all of which proved essential elements in getting the OA policy in place. 'The Library's efforts have continued to bear fruit', she explains, 'The university's management has recognized open access as a means to advance research, and enhance the visibility of what the university itself produces. At national level other institutions have intensified their own efforts to promote open access.' As she goes onto explain, it's not just one university which stands to benefit: 'The Library is committed to continue with the role of providing leadership in this area not only for the University of Nairobi but also for the entire academic community in Kenya.'"