South African Library Week (SALW) 2026
Join us in celebrating South African Library Week under the theme "Reclaiming Knowledge, Empowering Futures" from 16–22 March 2026.
Programme Highlights
🔄📚 Library Amnesty Week
Have an overdue library book quietly hiding on your shelf or desk? This is the perfect time to bring it back home.
During this period, all overdue library materials can be returned with fines waived - no penalties, no awkward explanations. This initiative helps return valuable resources to circulation while giving everyone a fresh start with the library.
No judgement. No fines. Just bring the book back.
📖👥 Book Club - You're invited
Registration: LIS Book Club Launch - 19 March 2026
In celebration of South African Library Week, the NWU LIS, in collaboration with various internal and external stakeholders, warmly invites you to the official launch of the Book Club. A new chapter begins - be part of the story. Join us as we open a new chapter by creating a space where stories inspire dialogue, spark growth, and connect readers meaningfully.
🏛️📚 Faculty Pop-Up Libraries
We will be bringing the library closer to you through Faculty Pop-Up Libraries across campuses. Visit our pop-up stations to discover key resources, explore services, and connect with your librarians right where you are.
Knowledge. Access. Support - right at your faculty.
🤖🏆 Robot Challenge
Got a question? The triplets have answers…
Take the challenge: Engage with the robots, record a creative video (max 60 seconds), and tag the NWU Library on social media to stand a chance to win.
Why queue when the triplets know? Your library’s smart trioFor more information, contact Dina Mashiyane at dina.mashiyane@nwu.ac.za or +27(0)18 299 2788.
Campus Specific Events
Events taking place across the NWU Library campuses