Connecting African Librarians
Through Tech.

A peer-led programme supporting library professionals across Africa to develop technology skills and explore the future of library services.

What is LibrariansInTech?

A programme for librarians exploring technology.

LibrariansInTech creates opportunities for library students and professionals to learn about emerging technologies, exchange ideas, and develop relevant technology skills.

Learn more about LiT

What happens at LiT events?

Learn. Discuss. Explore.


  1. 01

    Explore Technology

    Learn about emerging technologies relevant to libraries and information services.

  2. 02

    Discuss Applications

    Consider how technology can improve library services, operations, and access to information.

  3. 03

    Develop Skills

    Identify technology skills that can support professional growth and practice.

Events

LibrariansInTech across Africa

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See where upcoming LibrariansInTech events are taking place and meet the hosts organising them.

  • Pupils holding textbooks at a library outreach session in Ghana

    In person

    AI Tools for Library Research & Discovery

    • Accra, Ghana
    • October 14, 2024
    • 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM GMT
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  • A librarian listening during a LibrariansInTech session in Abuja

    In person

    Digital Preservation & Archiving Essentials

    • Abuja, Nigeria
    • October 21, 2024
    • 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM WAT
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  • Two library professionals in conversation at a community event

    Virtual

    Open Access & Institutional Repositories

    • Online
    • November 2, 2024
    • 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM SAST
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Stories

Experiences from the LiT community.

Read stories from hosts and participants about their LibrariansInTech experiences.

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  • Amara Osei-Bonsu holding a tablet

    Host story

    “Hosting the LiT event opened my eyes to how AI tools can transform the way we catalogue and surface resources for patrons. The discussion was lively and participants were genuinely curious.”

    Amara Osei-Bonsu

    Accra, Ghana

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  • Sipho Ndlovu working at a computer workstation

    Host story

    “Organising the virtual event was easier than I expected. Library Aid Africa provided everything I needed. Our attendees came from three different countries.”

    Sipho Ndlovu

    Johannesburg, South Africa

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Library professionals working together at laptops during a LibrariansInTech session

Host an event

Bring LibrariansInTech to your community.

Library professionals across Africa can apply to host a LibrariansInTech event, either in person or virtually.

Library Aid Africa provides programme materials, promotional support, access to Zoom for virtual events, and coordination throughout the cohort.

Apply to Host