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SAVE THE DATE | SOUTH AFRICAN LIBRARIANS’ DAY 2026

Join us as we celebrate the vital role of librarians and information professionals in advancing knowledge, learning, research, and community development.

📅 10 July 2026
🕙 10:00 – 13:00
📍 NWU Vanderbijlpark Campus Library, Building A14, Room 115
🌐 Hybrid Event
For those attending physically kindly RSVP: [email protected]
Join via Zoom: https://zoom.us/launch/jc/98492762590
Meeting ID: 984 9276 2590
Passcode: 271591
Mark your calendars and be part of this special celebration of our profession. More details and the programme will follow soon.

A Historic Milestone in the making for LIASA! ✨

We are proud to announce that LIASA has reached its highest membership ever, 2640 members!

This achievement reflects the strength, commitment, and passion of our library and information community. Thank you to every member who continues to make LIASA a vibrant and growing professional home!

congratulations LIASA Members!

🎷✨ LIASA GALA DINNER 2026 ✨🎷

Theme: Timeless Sophiatown

Travel back to the vibrant era of the Sophiatown Renaissance (1930s–1955)—a time when music, fashion, literature, and culture flourished, shaping South Africa’s urban identity. Home to the legendary Drum Magazine, Sophiatown became the voice of a generation and a symbol of creativity, resilience, and excellence.

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the spirit of Sophiatown through elegance, heritage, music, and style.

📅 Date: 9 October 2026
The Conference Company

Day 2: NWU showcasing their Robot at IFLA AI Symposium on Metadata and Knowledge Discovery.

Day 2: IFLA AI Symposium on Metadata and Knowledge Discovery with Bronwyn, Director: Innovation from EBSCO and Zanele: WWIS.

Commencement of the IFLA AI Symposium on Metadata with a welcome by LIASA President Elect, Prof. Lefose Makgahlela at Pont De Val, Parys.

PLEASE NOTE: Successful applicants will receive a grant that covers the symposium registration fee only.

A brief motivation (150 words) on how attending this symposium will benefit your current role or professional development.
Submission Deadline: Monday, 8 June 2026
Please send your application via email to: [email protected]