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| PABA CONFERENCE REPORT The Book Trade in Africa in the 21 st Century: Status, Challenges and Opportunities. Held on September 4th-5th 2008 at DAR-ES-SALAAM, TANZANIA Despite the low turn out of expected members, we were privileged to have a good attendance of 25 participants who made the first ever PABA conference a great success. The official opening ceremony was graced by the Deputy Minister of Education who pledged support for booksellers as important agents in spreading information for educational purposes. The key note address was presented by Prof. Anaba Alemna the University Librarian and Lecturer at the School of Information Sciences University of Ghana, who proved to be very enthusiastic about bookselling and for this we thank Emmanuel for suggesting the right person. His address: Virtual book trade for the African Book trade, myth or reality was well received by participants. The IBF secretariat was represented by the Director Ms.Fran Dubruille who made a presentation on: The role of Lobby groups in the book industry, which packed participants with useful skills. A full report of the proceedings is now available on this website. Elections could not be held as only two paid up members were present and therefore lack of quorum meant that elections are called off. However, those present resolved that a care taker committee be formed to carry forward PABA agenda until May 2009 when all members are expected to attend the next AGM in Lagos Nigeria and elections held. If they agree to this decision, members must begin to fundraise for this important event well in advance. The said committee consists of: -
During the conference another important decision was made regarding Training needs of African Booksellers. A task force was created consisting of: -
Suggested terms of reference were as follows: -
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