[IRTalk] Fw: Join Us at Africa’s Leading Digitisation Conference – March 2026

[Ina Smith]

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FCTEC Digitisation Conference 2026
24 to 27 March 2026 | Lagoon Beach Hotel, Cape Town

Hi, Ina 👋

Back by popular demand—Africa’s digitisation community meets again! From leadership to frontline teams, everyone’s invited to be part of the conversation. Join colleagues from national and university libraries, archives, museums, and government for four days of hands-on learning, standards-driven practice, and real equipment demos.

👥 Who should attend:
Directors & Project Managers
Digital Curators & Metadata Librarians
Conservators & Records Managers
Scanner Operators & QA Technicians

🌟 What to Expect:

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Practical Labs: Live image-quality clinics, metadata sprints, and tool walkthroughs.
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Vendor-Neutral Learning: Sessions with scanners and QA tools, focused on your real-world context.
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Community Networking: Connecting directors to operators and global standards to local practice.


📅 Event Details:
Dates: 24 to 27 March 2026
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Early Bird Tickets: Available until 31 Dec 2025.
Capacity is limited: RSVP early to secure your place.

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This is where Africa’s digitisation community connects—from leadership to the front line. We’d love to have you with us in Cape Town!

Warm regards,
The FCTEC Team


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