the Swahili Resource website
Archives and Research Permits
Research
The country specific links below are designed to orientate researchers intending to carry out research in the countries concerned. The information provided is not authoritative and advice must be sought from the government or administration concerned.
In addition to formal research clearance, many researchers will also require clearance from gatekeepers and/or other relevant individuals or institutions with whom they may be working. Full ethical guidelines for academic research have been drawn up by the ASA (in the UK) and by AAA (in the US):
Archives
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There are tips for archive research in Tanzania at Archives Made Easy.
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UNESCO’s Archives Portal is currently not accessible online.
Country-specific advice on research and archives
You may also wish to seek advice from and/or affiliation with either the British Institute in Eastern Africa or the Institut Français de Recherche en Afrique.