Tag: books
South African literature
Nelson Mandela books: a selection
South African school wins top prize at world book quiz
Mending inequality one book at a time
Miriam Tlali: 1933 to 2017
Pamela Power: What I learned from working on South African soapie, Muvhango
Librarian saves ancient African manuscripts in Timbuktu
When al-Qaida invaded the historic city of Timbuktu, Malian librarian Abdel Kader Haidara worked under the cover of night to save thousands of ancient manuscripts - documenting African knowledge in astronomy, poetry, religion and science - from the extremists.
World’s oldest library to reopen
The oldest library in the world, founded by a woman, is being rehabilitated by another woman. The al-Qarawiyyin Library in Fez, Morocco will reopen its doors in May 2016. The refurbishment came with its challenges and surprises for architect Aziza Chaouni.
Celebrating books: National Library Week
South Africa's National Library Week, ending on 21 March, is being celebrated under the theme #libraries4lifelonglearning. Libraries play an integral role in societies, fostering a culture of learning. The City of Joburg is also pardoning people who have long overdue books, and users have till 31 March to have their fines revoked.
