African Library & Information Associations and Institutions - AfLIA

18/08/2026

Are you ready to take libraries beyond the bookshelf? Join AfLIA’s Public and Community Libraries Section on 1 September 2026 for an exciting webinar exploring how public and community libraries can facilitate fun competitions and get communities engaged in digital and media literacy! See the flyer for the full details and register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7poKa3EOTveFYrvhH6tZKQ #/registration

Don’t miss it!

10/08/2026

Have you registered yet? Join us this Thursday, August 13, for an exciting conversation on the success stories and transformative impact of Book Aid International’s interventions in African libraries. Hear from Ms. Samantha Sokoya, Head of Programmes & Partnerships at Book Aid International, and experienced librarians from Uganda, Zimbabwe, and Kenya, and learn how your library can benefit too. See the attached flyer for details and registration here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7JYMsR5pRliVrHN-9WH9AA #/registration

05/08/2026

Want to know firsthand, how is Book Aid International (BAI) transforming libraries and changing lives across Africa?

We invite you to book a date with Ms. Samantha Sokoya, Head of Programmes & Partnerships at Book Aid International, and three seasoned African library professionals, as they share inspiring success stories of the impact of BAI's interventions on African libraries and how your library can also benefit. This is a webinar you won't want to miss!! Check flier for details. Register here - https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7JYMsR5pRliVrHN-9WH9AA

16/06/2026

Happening today!!
Webinar on Digital Rights for the African Child
Speaker: Peter Joziasse, Founder of Digital Child Rights Foundation.
Time: 14:00 UTC | 15:00 WAT | 16:00 CAT / SAST | 17:00 EAT
Registration details -

Join us as we commemorate the Day of the African Child with a webinar titled Digital Rights and the African Child.

11/06/2026

Do not miss this!!

Join the PRAAD IAW 2026 Symposium as we explore how archives drive transparency, strengthen development, and uphold good governance through collaboration.

11/06/2026

Quick Reminder: Call for Abstracts Still Open!

The Call for Abstracts for Posters, Papers, and Ignite Talks for the 7th AfLIA Conference & 9th African Library Summit is still open! Join us in Livingstone, Zambia, in May 2027 as we explore the theme: "Intelligent and Resilient Libraries for Inclusive Knowledge and Sustainable Development in Africa."

Submission deadlines are gradually approaching, and we are eager to receive innovative and thought-provoking abstracts from across Africa and beyond. Find more details and submission guidelines via the link attached.
https://web.aflia.net/call-for-abstracts-7th-aflia-conference-9th-africa-library-summit-aflia-conference/

10/06/2026

Are African Libraries ready to protect children's digital rights?
How well do you understand the digital rights of the children you serve?
Who is responsible for safeguarding children's rights online?

Join us on Tuesday, 16 June 2026 at 14:00 UTC as we explore these critical questions and more during AfLIA's webinar on Digital Rights for the African Child. Register here: https://web.aflia.net/webinar-digital-rights-for-the-african-child/

Join us as we commemorate the Day of the African Child with a webinar titled Digital Rights and the African Child.

03/06/2026

Happening this Friday, 5th June, 2026!
Webinar on Data Literacy and Evidence-Based Decision-Making in Addressing Climate Change: The Role of LIS Educators
Time: 12:00 UTC | 13:00 WAT | 14:00 CAT / SAST | 15:00 EAT
Register now!! We look forward to meeting you on Friday.

https://web.aflia.net/webinar-on-data-literacy-and-evidence-based-decision-making-in-addressing-climate-change-the-role-of-lis-educators/

02/06/2026

Happening today!!
Webinar on Copyright and Intellectual Property in the Digital Age
Time: 10:00 UTC | 11:00 WAT | 12:00 CAT / SAST | 13:00 EAT
Register now and see you soon.
https://web.aflia.net/webinar-on-copyright-and-intellectual-property-in-the-digital-age/

27/05/2026

AfLIA wishes our valued African library and information professionals Eid-ul-Adha Mubarak!! May Allah accept your sacrifices and bless you and your families with peace, joy, and abundant Rahmah today and always.