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. . . . PAGE / NUMPAGES 原文： Innovative financing for university libraries in sub-Saharan Africa Abstract: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to review the different sources of financing universitylibraries in Africa and the challenges faced by libraries in sourcing for funds, with a view tosuggesting innovative ways through which the library can raise additional funds. Design/methodology/approach – The paper reviews the literature on different sourcesoffinancing libraries globally, especially alternative sources of funding outside government grants. Itidentifies the challenges faced in sourcing for funds, best practices in raising additional funds andmakes suggestions on non-conventional ways that can be used by libraries to address the challenge. Findings – The paper finds that government provides about 90 per cent of the funds for universitylibraries in Africa. However, the funding is not only inadequate, but is also usually provided on an adhoc basis. It notes that, in spite of the fact that the literature reveals that librarians are aware of thedanger inherent in depending so much on one source of funding and the need to seek alternativesources, they have not done much to overcome the challenge. Originality/value – In reviewing the various sources of financing university libraries, the papernotes that government allocation remains the major source of revenue; notes the alternative sources ofrevenue in different countries and describes some of the best practices available. The paper alsoupdates the literature on the subject by discussing current practices, and makes a case for theestablishment of a Business and Public Relations department in libraries, an increase in public-private partnerships and greater efficiency in managing library resources. Keywords University libraries, Financing, Africa, Economic conditions, Fundraising Introduction Although the traditional functions, and objectives of the library,