Ethical Priorities for Libraries Supporting Indigenous Knowledge in Selected Public Libraries in Zimbabwe

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Author(s): Notice Pasipamire (National University of Science and Technology, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe)and Artwell Moyo (Judicial Service Commission of Zimbabwe, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 20
Source title: Indigenous Knowledge Management in the Open Science Framework
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Josiline Chigwada (University of South Africa, South Africa)and Patrick Ngulube (University of South Africa, South Africa)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-0204-1.ch011

Keywords: Indigenous Studies / Information Science Reference / Knowledge Management / Library & Information Science

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This chapter examines ethical priorities in Zimbabwe's public libraries regarding indigenous knowledge. Public libraries safeguard indigenous knowledge through community collaboration. Key concerns include acknowledging sources (intellectual property), project impact, and considering indigenous languages in classification. Public libraries recognize a moral duty to integrate indigenous and foreign knowledge. Collaboration with Indigenous elders is essential for language revitalization. The study highlights the importance of ethical standards in ensuring respectful engagement with Indigenous communities. By prioritizing ethics, public libraries can preserve and promote indigenous knowledge while respecting Indigenous rights.

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