Discover the comprehensive range of services we offer to support education, research, and community engagement
Borrow and return books with our efficient circulation system. Our friendly staff will assist you with checkouts, renewals, and reservations.
Access our extensive collection of e-books, academic journals, and digital resources from anywhere with our online platform.
A dedicated space for young readers with age-appropriate books, educational activities, and storytelling sessions.
Get assistance from our knowledgeable librarians for research, information retrieval, and academic support.
Access our comfortable and quiet study areas, group study rooms, and computer workstations.
Participate in our educational programs, author talks, book clubs, and skill-building workshops.
Register for a library membership to access all our services. Membership is free for all residents of Zanzibar.
We have 5 branches across Zanzibar. Find the one nearest to you and visit during opening hours.
Many of our resources are available online 24/7. Use your membership credentials to access digital content.
To become a member, visit any of our branches with a valid ID and proof of residence. Fill out the registration form, and you'll receive your library card immediately. Membership is free for all Zanzibar residents.
Regular members can borrow up to 3 books at a time for a period of 2 weeks. Students and researchers may be eligible for extended borrowing privileges upon request.
Yes, most of our digital resources including e-books, academic journals, and databases can be accessed remotely using your library membership credentials. Visit our online portal to get started.
Yes, all our branches offer printing, photocopying, and scanning services at nominal charges. Please inquire at the service desk for current rates.
We welcome suggestions from our members! You can submit book acquisition requests through our online form, at the service desk, or by emailing our acquisitions department. We consider all requests based on budget and relevance to our collection.
Have more questions?
Contact our support teamVisit us today or register online to access all the resources and services we offer to support your learning journey.