Publishing in Uganda: trends and development 1989 - 2004

Abstract

The paper analyses the trends and developments in publishing in Uganda. It provides the profile of the country as a basis for understanding the publishing scene. The role of Government in publishing is highlighted, while the state of marketing and the distribution of information products are stated. Associations that promote the publishing industry are mentioned, and it is pointed out that further research, manuscript development and funding is needed to promote publishing in local languages and to stimulate the publication of technical and academic books. Opportunities that need to be exploited are identified while constraints to the Ugandan book publishing industry are discussed.

University of Dar es Salaam Library Journal Vol.6(2) 2004: 80-107