The Death of Reading: Africa’s Fading Culture of Books
Once upon a time, libraries thrived, and storytelling was central to African culture. Today, African youths are glued to TikTok, Instagram, and Netflix. Reading is dying. This shift is robbing young Africans of critical thinking and creativity. Reviving a reading culture requires innovative libraries, digital book clubs, and parental encouragement. A continent that does not read risks being left behind in the knowledge economy.
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74 days agoThe Death of Reading: Africa’s Fading Culture of Books
Once upon a time, libraries thrived, and storytelling was central to African culture. Today, African youths are glued to TikTok, Instagram, and Netflix. Reading is dying.
This shift is robbing young Africans of critical thinking and creativity. Reviving a reading culture requires innovative libraries, digital book clubs, and parental encouragement. A continent that does not read risks being left behind in the knowledge economy.
How can the love of the book be revived?