African newspaper holdings at Boston University 
are available in a variety of formats and housed in several locations.
Historical and current newspapers are also available through subscription databases.
Please refer to the tabs on the left for information about newspapers in these formats, titles available, and how to access them.
Note: For international and US coverage on issues in Africa, see: Guide to Newspapers and Newsmedia
Background Sources - Fact Checking
Reference sources are valuable in fact-checking and determining the background to news stories and events leading up to a particular situation. Here are some recommended sources:
- Africa South of the SaharaCurrent 2016 edition is available. Located in the African Studies Library Reading Room.
- Keesing's Record of World Events1987 to 2008.
- Africa Contemporary RecordIssues run up through 2002.
Head, African Studies Library
Beth Restrick
Contact:
African Studies Library
6th floor, Mugar Memorial Library
Mon-Fri, 9am- 5pm
6th floor, Mugar Memorial Library
Mon-Fri, 9am- 5pm
617-353-3726
Subjects: African Studies