Our history
A story that starts in 2017
Ulrich Talla Wamba, still a student at ESSTIC, an international graduate school that trains publishers in Yaoundé, wanted to set up a network of book and publishing enthusiasts from Cameroon and elsewhere. It was during his trip to the Congo that the project took shape.
Then and now
An international network of African publishing professionals…
OAPE is now the largest network of publishing professionals on the African continent. OAPE is working to help these professionals develop more rapidly in order to make the publishing industry more viable on the continent, in the Caribbean.
2023
OAPE is back
Since 2023, the organisation has resumed its activities. Its various flagship projects have resurfaced for the benefit of publishing professionals in Africa and the Caribbean.
2022
Decision to take over activities
Several professional members and non-members have approached us to ask for a resumption of activities. Consultations were again carried out in order to make the project more viable and sustainable.
2020
The disarray of the health crisis
The health crisis is preventing activities from taking place. The project is entirely self-funded… Repeated confinements have weakened these sources of income. After many efforts, the organisation is forced to take a break from its activities.
2019
Opening to Caribbean countries
With the support of local authorities and professionals, OAPE has expanded its activities in these other countries. In doing so, the organisation has brought together many more members from different African countries.
2018
First issue of P&B published
The magazine “Publishers & Books” was the very first project carried out. It brought together professionals from 07 countries. The project then developed quickly.
2018
Official launch of OAPE
During the Brazzaville Meeting, our CEO will officially propose the idea to the professionals present. Several of them from different African countries will immediately sign up.
2017
Early consultations
For several months, publishing professionals have been consulted on whether they are in favour of such an idea. In parallel, the needs of the publishing sector will be collected.
THEY TALK ABOUT US
