Abdel Kader Haidara – The African Librarian Who Secretly Moved over 278,000 Ancient Manuscripts From Timbuktu

The Mamma Haidara Commemorative Library, located in Timbuktu, Mali, is a significant private manuscript library established by Abdel Kader Haidara in 2000. This library honors his father, Mamma Haidara, and is renowned for preserving one of the most extensive private Read More …

Timbuktu Manuscripts: Africa’s Ancient Library and Cultural Treasure

The Timbuktu Manuscripts hold a treasure trove of historical significance, representing a wealth of knowledge and cultural insight that has endured for centuries in the ancient city of Timbuktu, located in northern Mali. These invaluable collections encompass a diverse array Read More …