Research as a Human Right: Right to Research in International Copyright

In PIJIP’s Right to Research series, Professor Desmond Oriakhogba discussed the importance of the right to research in empowering citizens to participate in economic development, democratic processes, and personal problem-solving.  

While most ongoing research in Africa takes shape informally, there is a major challenge of access to information, which is a crucial ingredient for effective research. The problem is caused by copyright regimes in Africa, which are formulated in such a way as to limit access to information.  

To address this issue, Prof. Oriakhogba suggests constructing a specific human right that speaks to the nuances of copyright, which would give users the right to access information without relying on the state.  

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