# @unesco on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DXgA6vPDq-B
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/68951082-unesco-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-04-24T04:00:55.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** UNESCO (@unesco) — https://gondola.cc/unesco

## Caption

Africa’s book industry is more than numbers. It is a dynamic cultural and creative sector driven by bold voices and digital innovation.

Across vibrant bookstores and digital platforms, tradition meets innovation, shaping the future of African literature.

Generating $7 billion today, with the potential to reach $18.5 billion, the sector is expanding its reach while placing African stories at the centre of global literature.

UNESCO’s landmark report maps the sector across 54 countries, providing a roadmap to strengthen local publishing, expand access and reinforce legal frameworks.

Beyond #WorldBookDay, continued support for African writers and publishers remains essential to shaping a richer and more diverse global narrative.

#PriorityAfrica

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worldbookday, priorityafrica

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