Open access to research is critical to global development. Development research funders' open access policies are a key tool for ensuring access. The evidence in this paper can strengthen open access policies, shaping a more equitable and effective research publishing system.
Global research, vital for economic and social progress, remains largely inaccessible due to costly paywalls and inequitable publishing models. South Africa’s 2025 G20 leadership presents an opportunity to champion transformative, inclusive reforms in research publishing.
In this case study, Agnes Chikonzo – University of Zimbabwe Librarian and Country Coordinator for the Zimbabwe University Libraries Consortium (ZULC) – discusses what it takes to develop a successful library consortium.
In this case study Hasina Afroz, University Librarian at BRAC University, outlines the changes that were made over the course of seven years to significantly improve BRAC University Library with the aim of developing a 21st Century world-class knowledge resource centre.
