National Library of Namibia

World Book and Copyright day Celebration underway at the National Library and Archives of Namibia

Dear books lover;
Join Ms. Weber for a special book launch and celebrate creativity, imagination, and the joy of reading. RSVP the author, Hilma Weber on +264 811279198.

𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐚 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐢𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐡𝐲: 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐎𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬

Day 4 of the 27th SCECSAL Conference; Mrs. Hedwich Helrin Meyer, Chief Librarian at the National Library of Namibia, unpacked the critical role of the Namibia National Bibliography (NNB) in preserving and providing access to the nation’s published heritage.

The presentation highlighted how the NNB is built through legal deposit, systematic collection, cataloguing using international standards, and dissemination across print and digital platforms, supported by collaboration with local and international partners.

The session emphasized clear opportunities for progress:
• Strengthening capacity building
• Enhancing communication and coordination
• Investing in modern systems and technologies
• Increasing funding and strategic partnerships

The message was clear: safeguarding Namibia’s published heritage requires deliberate investment, collaboration, and innovation.

Our Reference Librarian, Ms. Aina Sakaria, proudly presented on Day 2 of the 27th SCECSAL Conference 🎉
Theme: African Libraries and Information Services at the New Crossroads
📍 Avani Victoria Falls, Zambia

Topic: Strategic Marketing of Library Resources in the Digital Age: Case Study of the National Library of Namibia

Her presentation highlighted:
The urgent need for libraries to embrace innovative marketing tools and digital platforms
Discussed the need for intentional, data-driven marketing approaches to ensure library resources remain visible, relevant, and widely utilized.
A powerful reminder that libraries must not only inform but also effectively communicate their value in an increasingly digital world.
Inspired by the energy and conversations at this amazing gathering! 🚀📚

🕯️ Remembering Resilience, Honouring History 🕯️
Join us at the National Library of Namibia for a powerful exhibition on the Siege of Leningrad one of the most harrowing chapters of World War II.

Through stories of survival, loss, and courage, this exhibition reminds us why remembrance matters: to honour the millions of victims and to ensure such atrocities are never repeated.

📍 National Library of Namibia
📅 Now open 14 April-17 April 2026 step into history, reflect on resilience, and carry forward the message of “Never Again.”

📚✨ New Arrival at the National Library of Namibia! ✨📚

Leadership isn’t about being fearless it’s about being willing.
Discover “I’M AFRAID BUT I WANT TO LEAD” by Martha Nghinongelwa, a practical guide for aspiring prefects and LRC members.

This inspiring book empowers young leaders to step forward with courage, even when they feel afraid. Perfect for students ready to make a difference in their schools and communities!

👉 Visit the National Library of Namibia today and explore this empowering resource.

The NLAS team had a 3 day Library Management training to Train all TRC staff on how to effectively run Resource centers and there on concluded the training with an extensive tour of the National Library and the Community Library Service.

To all library users!
The National Library of Namibia will be close on the 13 March 2026 due the MEIYSAC’s Ministerial wellness day. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for understanding.