The National Library of South Africa (NLSA) serves as the guardian and provider of the nation's vital knowledge resources, preserving and making them accessible to all. With a mandate to collect and safeguard the country's documentary heritage, the NLSA ensures that information is available for future generations. Its key functions include building a comprehensive collection of South African publications, managing collections held in libraries nationwide, offering reference and information services, and promoting awareness of the national documentary heritage. As part of the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture's oversight, the NLSA plays a vital role in promoting information literacy and preserving South Africa's rich cultural legacy.
Contact Details
Postal
Private Bag X990, Pretoria, 0001
Physical
228 Johannes Ramokhoase (Proes) Street, Pretoria, 0001