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05/09/2026

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03/09/2026

LIASA 2026 ANNUAL CONFERENCE; REGISTRATION STILL OPEN!

The countdown is on! Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of the LIASA 2026 Annual Conference, taking place from 5–9 October 2026 at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg.

SPECIAL HIGHLIGHT: DON’T MISS UJALA SATGOOR!
Join us on 9 October 2026 for an inspiring Plenary Session featuring Ujala Satgoor as our Guest Speaker our Renowned Leader, National & Global Influencer and Champion of Transformative Library Development.

This is an opportunity you do not want to miss, come and hear from a leading voice in the library and information services sector, connect with colleagues, exchange ideas, and be part of important conversations shaping the future of our profession.

Registration is still open!
Standard rates apply.
https://www.liasa.org.za/page/conf2026_reg

The Conference Company

01/09/2026

💨Link took to the skies over DHL Stadium., LIASA will FLYOVER Sandton Convention Centre✈️

LIASA 2026 ANNUAL CONFERENCE REGISTRATION IS STILL OPEN!

Don’t miss your opportunity to be part of South Africa’s premier gathering of library and information professionals.

05–09 October 2026
Sandton Convention Centre | Johannesburg, Gauteng
Theme: Knowledge, Power and Justice: The Transformative Role of Libraries
https://www.liasa.org.za/page/conf2026_reg
The Conference Company

24/08/2026

The wait is over, LIASA 2026 Annual Conference is calling!

Join us 05–09 October 2026 at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg, for five days of inspiring conversations, learning, networking and fresh perspectives under the theme:

KNOWLEDGE, POWER AND JUSTICE:
The Transformative Role of Libraries

Be part of an exciting programme featuring distinguished voices such as Ms Ellen Tise, Open Science Advocate, Library Leader and Global Change Agent, who will deliver a plenary session on Wednesday, 07 October 2026.

🔥 STANDARD REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!

Do NOT just hear about the conversations. be in the room where they happen.

Register now and secure your place at LIASA 2026!

Knowledge. Power. Justice. Your voice belongs in the conversation.
https://www.liasa.org.za/page/conf2026_reg

The Conference Company

21/08/2026

21/08/2026

On behalf of the Library and Information Association of South Africa (LIASA), I extend our warmest congratulations to Prof M Ngoepe on his appointment as Vice-Principal: Teaching, Learning, Community Engagement and Student Support at the University of South Africa (UNISA). This is a significant milestone and a well-deserved recognition of his leadership, scholarship and contribution to the higher education and library and information science sectors. His appointment is a source of great pride to the profession and reflects the value of visionary leadership, academic excellence and dedicated service.

LIASA expresses its sincere gratitude for this important milestone and celebrates Prof Ngoepe’s continued contribution to advancing higher education and strengthening the role of knowledge, libraries and information in society. We are confident that his experience, expertise and commitment to transformation will make a meaningful contribution to UNISA and its students, staff and communities. We wish Prof Ngoepe every success in his new role and look forward to seeing him continue to inspire excellence and make a lasting impact. Congratulations, Prof Ngoepe, on this well-earned achievement!
Maphuntshane Molepo LIASA President

20/08/2026

University of South Africa celebrate the Platinum Jubilee of the UNISA Press and the Oak Jubilee for the Library and Information Services. LIASA represented by its President Maphuntshane Molepo.

18/08/2026

Don't Miss Our Opening Session Guest Speaker
Dr. Justin Cohen
Hall of Fame Speaker | Bestselling Author | Global Authority on Human Transformation

Be part of an unforgettable opening session as internationally acclaimed keynote speaker Dr. Justin Cohen takes the stage on:
Tuesday, 6 October 2026. With over two decades of experience inspiring audiences in 40+ countries across six continents, Dr. Cohen is renowned for his dynamic storytelling, practical insights, and powerful message on thriving in the age of artificial intelligence without losing our humanity.

What You Can Expect
Fresh perspectives on knowledge, power and justice
Inspiring insights on the evolving role of libraries in society
Practical ideas to lead, innovate, and create meaningful change
An energetic keynote that will leave you inspired long after the conference begins.
https://www.liasa.org.za/page/conf2026_reg The Conference Company

17/08/2026

The LIASA Collection is here! 🔌

WEAR YOUR LIASA PRIDE 🟢

Order yours today 🛍️!!

Collect at LIASA 2026 Conference.
5–9 October | Sandton Convention Centre📍 fans