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Dr. Ahmed Abdullah

Dr. Ulfat Abdul-Aziz Ibrahim

Director, Zanzibar Library Service Board

Welcome to the Zanzibar Library Service Board. Our mission is to provide accessible, high-quality library services to all citizens of Zanzibar. We are committed to fostering a culture of reading, learning, and intellectual growth in our community.

About Us

The Zanzibar Library Service Board (ZLSB) is a premier institution dedicated to providing comprehensive library services to the people of Zanzibar. Established with the vision of creating an informed and knowledgeable society, we serve as the central hub for learning, research, and cultural preservation. Read More......

Our Mission

To provide innovative library services that promote literacy, learning, and cultural preservation while ensuring equal access to information resources for all citizens of Zanzibar.

Our Vision

To be the leading library service provider in East Africa, fostering an informed and knowledgeable society through innovative information services.

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Library Rules

General Rules

  • Library cards are mandatory for all members
  • Maintain silence in reading areas
  • No food or drinks allowed inside
  • Mobile phones must be on silent mode

Borrowing Rules

  • Maximum 4 books can be borrowed at a time
  • Loan period is 14 days for regular books
  • Reference materials cannot be borrowed
  • Late returns will incur fines

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Library Hours

  • Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Sunday Closed

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Books

Featured Collections

Rich Dad Poor Dad

Rich Dad Poor Dad

By Robert Kiyosaki

Plata Publishing, 1997

A personal finance classic that challenges conventional wisdom about money.

Joka la Mdimu

Joka la Mdimu

By Rashid Akwilombe

Macmillan Aidan, 2012

Riwaya ya Kiswahili ya kuvutia inayochunguza dhamira za urafiki, usaliti, na ukombozi kupitia hadithi ya wahusika ambao maisha yao yanaingiliana kwa njia zisizotarajiwa. Simulizi hili linatoa maarifa ya kina kuhusu jamii ya kisasa ya Tanzania.

Kilio Chetu

Kilio Chetu

By Mohamed S. Mohamed

East African Publishers, 2009

Simulizi yenye nguvu linalotoa sauti kwa changamoto na matarajio ya jamii. Kitabu hiki kinazungumzia masuala ya kijamii yanayochochea fikra kupitia wahusika waliobuniwa kwa ustadi na kina cha hisia, na kukifanya kuwa mchango muhimu katika fasihi ya Kiswahili.

Mfadhili

Mfadhili

By Hussein Tuwa

Mkuki na Nyota, 2007

Hadithi inayochochea fikra kuhusu uhisani na athari zake kwa jamii. Riwaya hii inachunguza uhusiano tata kati ya wafadhili na wanaofadhiliwa, ikihoji asili halisi ya ukarimu na athari zake kwa heshima ya mtu binafsi.

Malenga Wapya

Malenga Wapya

By TAKILUKI

Oxford University Press, 2004

Antholojia ya mashairi ya Kiswahili ya kisasa inayodhihirisha mabadiliko ya aina za ushairi wa jadi. Mkusanyiko huu unawaleta pamoja washairi wa kisasa wanaochanganya miundo ya jadi na mada na maudhui ya kisasa.

Orodha

Orodha

By John Habwe

Longhorn Publishers, 2018

Riwaya ya kusisimua ya kitendawili inayofuatilia uchunguzi wa kesi ngumu. Kupitia njama yake tata na wahusika waliobuniwa kwa umakini, kitabu hiki kinachunguza dhamira za haki, ukweli, na maamuzi ya kimaadili ambayo watu hukabiliana nayo katika hali ngumu.

Takadini

Takadini

By Ben J. Hanson

Longhorn Publishers, 2004

Hadithi ya kugusa moyo kuhusu kukubalika na kushinda chuki. Riwaya hii inafuatilia maisha ya mtoto mwenye ualbino katika jamii ya kitamaduni ya Kiafrika, ikigusia dhamira za ubaguzi, uvumilivu, na ushindi wa roho ya binadamu.

Watoto wa Mama Ntilie

Watoto wa Mama Ntilie

By Emmanuel Mbogo

East African Educational Publishers, 2002

Maoni ya kijamii yanayochunguza maisha ya mijini kupitia mtazamo wa wauzaji wa vyakula vya mtaani na watoto wao. Riwaya hii inatoa maarifa kuhusu mienendo ya kifamilia, mikakati ya kujikimu, na changamoto zinazowakabili wajasiriamali wadogo.

Hawa the Bus Driver

Hawa the Bus Driver

By Richard S. Mabala

E&D Vision Publishing, 2015

Hadithi ya kusisimua inayopinga dhana potofu za kijinsia kupitia safari ya Hawa, dereva wa basi wa kike. Kitabu hiki kinagusia dhamira za uwezeshaji wa wanawake, ustahimilivu, na kuvunja vikwazo vya jadi katika mahali pa kazi.

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What Our Members Say

The digital resources and research support have been invaluable for my studies. The staff is always helpful and knowledgeable.

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Sarah Ahmed
University Student

The children's reading program has made a huge difference in my kids' love for books. They look forward to every session.

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Mohamed Ali
Parent

As a researcher, I appreciate the extensive collection and the quiet study spaces. The online resources are particularly helpful.

User
Dr. Fatma Hassan
Researcher

Get in Touch

Email Us
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+255 776 792 299

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Dr. Ulfat A. Ibrahim
Dr. Ulfat A. Ibrahim Director
Children's Section
Children's Section
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Digital Resource Center
Mr. Ramadhan
Mr. Ramadhan Section Leader
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