Across Africa’s academic landscape, a new generation of visionary librarians and scholars is reshaping how knowledge is created, shared, and accessed. Among these leaders stands Dr. Monica M. Danqua, a Ghanaian scholar whose tireless advocacy for digital literacy, scholarly communication, and equitable research access continues to inspire transformation across the continent.
Recently recognized through the Librarian Spotlight Africa initiative, Dr. Danqua’s contributions reflect a deep commitment to empowering communities through inclusive and sustainable information ecosystems. Her work exemplifies the crucial role librarians play as both educators and catalysts for digital transformation in African higher education.
Championing Digital Literacy and Open Knowledge
Dr. Danqua has long championed the integration of digital literacy programs into academic and research frameworks. Her initiatives help students, researchers, and faculty members gain the critical skills needed to navigate, evaluate, and create knowledge in the digital age. Through her leadership, institutions in Ghana and beyond have adopted more innovative approaches to teaching, information sharing, and open scholarship.
