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Joburg Libraries Library and Information Services exists to promote culture of reading and learning, and to eradicate illiteracy.

Vision
A network of vibrant African libraries that are places of choice of knowledge, learning and leisure. Libraries have a major role to play in educational landscape of the country from ECD - primary-secondary-tertiary-ABET level. Libraries provide a platform for formal, informal and non-formal education, for lifelong learning and technological awareness.

📚🏆 Story Skirmish: Who’s Heading to the Finals?Young readers showcased their storytelling skills at the Story Skirmish r...
16/10/2026

📚🏆 Story Skirmish: Who’s Heading to the Finals?

Young readers showcased their storytelling skills at the Story Skirmish regional rounds hosted by Noordgesig Library and Paterson Park Library! 📖✨

At Noordgesig, Luyolo Primary and St Angela’s Primary qualified for the finals. At Paterson Park, Drake Koka Primary took first place, followed by Wendywood Primary in second place. 🎉👏

Congratulations to all the participating learners and schools! Keep reading, keep learning and keep those stories alive! 💙📚

Find out more about Joburg Libraries and library membership:
👉 www.cojelearning.org.za
👉 https://mylibrary.joburg.org.za/

Follow our WhatsApp Channel for service and programme announcements:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbD8eaQFy725EvpoIe1r

~HB

15/10/2026

💙📚 Get to Know Your Library: A Place to Learn and Thrive

For one Grade 12 learner from Ennerdale Secondary, Louisa Prince Public Library became more than a place to study — it helped open the door to her future.
Without data or a quiet study space at home, she visited the library daily after school to use the free Wi-Fi, access matric past papers and receive homework assistance. With support in research skills and online university applications, she passed matric with a Bachelor's pass and is now studying at the University of Johannesburg. 🎓✨

She still returns to the library and says, “This library changed my life.”
Stories like hers show how a library can be a supportive space for learners, job seekers, families and the wider community. The busiest hours are after school, when young people come to study, access resources and work towards their goals.
Have you ever had an experience at a library that made a difference in your life? Share your story below! 💬📖

Find out more about Joburg Libraries and library membership:
👉 www.cojelearning.org.za
👉 https://mylibrary.joburg.org.za/


~HB

💼🌱 Creating Opportunities for Job Seekers in Alexandra!The Department of Employment and Labour, in partnership with the ...
15/10/2026

💼🌱 Creating Opportunities for Job Seekers in Alexandra!

The Department of Employment and Labour, in partnership with the City of Johannesburg Libraries Region E, hosted a community outreach at Altrec Sport Centre in Eastbank, Alexandra, connecting unemployed young people and job seekers with career and employment opportunities.

The exhibition brought together stakeholders including NYDA, FNB, Services SETA, Central Johannesburg College, City of Johannesburg Social Development, One Direct Source and African Global Skills Academy to share information about available resources, career pathways, skills development and entrepreneurship. 🤝📚

By connecting job seekers with support services and opportunities, the initiative encouraged young people to explore different career paths, enter the labour market and consider becoming entrepreneurs. 💡💙

Looking for learning resources and library services to support your goals? Visit:
👉 www.cojelearning.org.za
👉 https://mylibrary.joburg.org.za/

Follow our WhatsApp Channel for service and programme announcements:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbD8eaQFy725EvpoIe1r

~HB

📚🤝 Connecting ECD Centres with Books at Malvern Library!Malvern Library, in collaboration with Rhodes Park Library, Soci...
15/10/2026

📚🤝 Connecting ECD Centres with Books at Malvern Library!

Malvern Library, in collaboration with Rhodes Park Library, Social Development and heads of Early Childhood Development (ECD) centres in the Eastern Cluster, conducted a library membership drive to promote access to books and reading resources.

The initiative introduced ECD representatives to block loan membership, which allows participating centres to borrow books from Joburg Libraries to support early learning and encourage a love of reading among young children. 📖💙

By bringing books closer to young learners, libraries and ECD centres can work together to build strong reading foundations from an early age. 🌱📚

Find out more about Joburg Libraries and library membership:
👉 www.cojelearning.org.za
👉 https://mylibrary.joburg.org.za/

Follow our WhatsApp Channel for service and programme announcements:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbD8eaQFy725EvpoIe1r

~HB

📍📚 Get to Know Your Library: Explore Libraries Near EnnerdaleLouisa Prince Public Library is part of a wider network of ...
14/10/2026

📍📚 Get to Know Your Library: Explore Libraries Near Ennerdale
Louisa Prince Public Library is part of a wider network of Joburg Libraries connecting communities with reading, information and learning opportunities.
If you’re in the area, you can also visit these neighbouring libraries:
📚 Ennerdale Extension 1 Library Civic Centre, 1376 Achilles Street
📚 Lenasia Extension 1 Library Civic Centre, corner of Rose Avenue and Eland Street
Each library offers another opportunity to discover resources and connect with your local library network. 💙
Which library do you usually visit? Let us know in the comments! 👇🏾
Find out more about Joburg Libraries and library membership:
👉 www.cojelearning.org.za
👉 https://mylibrary.joburg.org.za/

~HB

💼📱 Building Job-Hunting Skills at Orange Farm Library!Orange Farm Library hosted a job-hunting skills programme for youn...
14/10/2026

💼📱 Building Job-Hunting Skills at Orange Farm Library!

Orange Farm Library hosted a job-hunting skills programme for young people participating in the CPF Voluntary Programme at Orange Farm SAPS, helping them access employment opportunities and strengthen their digital skills.

Participants learnt how to find vacancies on the City of Johannesburg website and received practical assistance with applications for advertised Community Development Relief Worker and internship positions. 💻📝

By helping young people navigate online job searches and applications, the initiative supports their efforts to take the next step towards employment. 💙

Looking for learning resources and library services to support your goals? Visit:
👉 www.cojelearning.org.za
👉 https://mylibrary.joburg.org.za/

Follow our WhatsApp Channel for service and programme announcements:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbD8eaQFy725EvpoIe1r

~HB

📱💙 Building Digital Confidence at Linden Library!Linden Library is helping senior citizens embrace the digital world thr...
14/10/2026

📱💙 Building Digital Confidence at Linden Library!

Linden Library is helping senior citizens embrace the digital world through its Mobile Literacy Programme, promoting digital inclusion and building confidence in using smartphones.

Participants learnt essential cellphone skills, including how to safely download applications and use tools such as WhatsApp for communication, weather apps for forecasts, and Maps for navigation. 📲🌦️🗺️

A special thank you to Linden SAPS and Linden CPF for sharing valuable guidance on recognising online fraud and scams, and staying safe in the digital world. 🛡️

Digital skills can help us stay connected, informed and independent at every age! 💻💙

Find out more about Joburg Libraries and library membership:
👉 www.cojelearning.org.za
👉 https://mylibrary.joburg.org.za/

Follow our WhatsApp Channel for service and programme announcements:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbD8eaQFy725EvpoIe1r

~HB

🎓📚 Helping Grade 9 Learners Plan Their Future at Princess High School!Wilropark Community Library partnered with Princes...
14/10/2026

🎓📚 Helping Grade 9 Learners Plan Their Future at Princess High School!

Wilropark Community Library partnered with Princess High School to host a Career Guidance Workshop aimed at helping Grade 9 learners make informed decisions about subject choices and future careers.

Representatives from FNB, Southwest Gauteng College, Roodepoort Record Newspaper and COJ e-Learning shared valuable career and educational guidance. Learners also discovered free digital resources and online learning opportunities, as well as how library membership can connect them to a wealth of information. 💻📖

Region C LIS Assistant Director David Raolane encouraged learners to consider librarianship as a career, highlighting its benefits and the institutions where they can study the discipline.

The workshop also included an educational quiz with prizes from COJ e-Learning and recognition for the best-performing Grade 9 learner for the third term. 🌟

By connecting learners with information, resources and career opportunities, Joburg Libraries continues to support young people as they shape their futures. 💙

Find out more about Joburg Libraries and library membership:
👉 www.cojelearning.org.za
👉 https://mylibrary.joburg.org.za/

Follow our WhatsApp Channel for service and programme announcements:
https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbD8eaQFy725EvpoIe1r

~HB

13/10/2026

👋📚 Get to Know Your Library: Meet the Team at Louisa Prince Public Library

A library is more than books and shelves — it’s the people who help the community learn, grow and connect.

Meet the team at Louisa Prince Public Library, including Senior Librarian Tshepang Lekwene and colleagues who support children's literacy, storytelling, digital research, homework assistance, community reading programmes and local history. 💻📖

What makes serving Ennerdale special? The community’s resilience, diversity and commitment to education. Every child supported represents an opportunity to make a difference not only in their life, but in the wider community too. 💙
Come and meet the people behind your local library!

Find out more about Joburg Libraries and library membership:
👉 www.cojelearning.org.za
👉 https://mylibrary.joburg.org.za/

~HB

13/10/2026

🎗️📚 Cancer Awareness: Understanding Cancer Terms – Episode 3

As part of Cancer Awareness, Joburg Libraries is sharing a three-part series explaining common cancer-related terms in different South African languages.

For more information and support, contact CANSA:
📧 [email protected]
📞 0800 22 66 22 (Toll Free)
📱 072 197 9305 – WhatsApp, English and Afrikaans (text only)
📱 071 867 3530 – WhatsApp, isiXhosa, isiZulu, Sesotho, Setswana and Sepedi (text only)

Episode 3 covers the TshiVenda terms for benign, malignant, biopsy, tumour, metastasis, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and remission.

Our bodies are made up of tiny building blocks called cells. When some cells begin to grow out of control, cancer can develop. 🎗️

Watch the video to learn more about these terms in simple, accessible language.

Find out more about Joburg Libraries and library membership:
👉 www.cojelearning.org.za
👉 https://mylibrary.joburg.org.za/

~HB

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