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Open Science in Africa: What policymakers should consider
Elisha R T Chiware1, Lara Skelly2,3
1Cape Peninsula University of Technology Library, Cape Peninsula University of Technology, Cape Town, South Africa.
Frontiers in Research Metrics and Analytics
|November 21, 2022
Summary
African governments should adopt Open Science (OS) policies to enhance research transparency and reduce costs. This involves building responsive infrastructures and reviewing global policy frameworks for effective implementation across the continent.
Area of Science:
- Scientific Research and Innovation
- Policy Development
- African Research Landscape
Background:
- Open Science (OS) is increasingly recognized for promoting cost-effective, transparent, and credible scientific discovery.
- There is a critical need for African governments and institutions to leverage OS principles.
- Developing robust research infrastructures responsive to OS is imperative for the continent.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide insights into the importance and implementation of Open Science policy frameworks in Africa.
- To analyze global OS policy development to guide African initiatives.
- To offer recommendations for African governments and institutions engaging with OS policy.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of existing literature on Open Science.
- Analysis of global Open Science policy development documents.
- Critical review of existing OS policy frameworks for applicability in Africa.
Main Results:
- Identification of key elements in global OS policies that can inform African strategies.
- Analysis of the potential benefits and challenges of OS implementation in the African context.
- Development of a set of recommendations for African nations.
Conclusions:
- African governments and institutions must proactively develop and implement Open Science policies.
- Building responsive research infrastructures is crucial for successful OS adoption.
- Leveraging global best practices while considering local contexts is essential for advancing OS in Africa.
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