Library and Information Association of Zambia - LIAZ

11/09/2026

𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡: 𝗘𝗠𝗣𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗚𝗛 𝗜𝗡𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 🌍✨

Team Ndola Campus Library staff and students commemorated International Literacy Day on Tuesday, 8 September 2026, under the theme: “Literacy for People, the Planet and Prosperity.”

As part of the commemoration, students participated in an exciting Team-Based Research Challenge, “Solve a Real Problem with Information.”

Working in teams, students identified real problems affecting students or the wider community, conducted research using reliable information resources, evaluated evidence, and developed practical solutions. They then presented their solutions to a judging panel comprising campus lecturers.

The activity provided students with an opportunity to strengthen their:
🔹 Research and information literacy skills
🔹 Ability to find and evaluate credible information
🔹 Critical thinking and information synthesis
🔹 Problem-solving and evidence-based decision-making
🔹 Teamwork and collaboration
🔹 Communication and presentation skills

📖 Students made use of library books, e-books, academic journals, government publications, and credible online sources throughout the challenge.

🏆 Outstanding teams were recognised in categories including Best Evidence-Based Solution, Most Innovative Solution, Best Use of Library Resources, Best Presentation, and Best Community Impact Idea.

The event also featured refreshments, with water and mints served to participants.

Literacy is more than reading and writing, it is the power to find information, think critically, solve problems, and create positive change.

11/09/2026

𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗘𝗙𝗜𝗡𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗨𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗗𝗘 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦: 𝗧𝗢𝗚𝗘𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗛𝗢𝗣𝗘

On 11 September 2026, NIPA Main Library, in collaboration with Talk About Mental Health Matters with Dais and Mental Health Community Zambia, hosted a Mental Health Talk Show under the theme “Redefining Su***de Awareness” in commemoration of World Su***de Prevention Day.

The event brought together 20 NIPA students, alongside students from Evelyn Hone College and other institutions, creating a safe and open space for conversations on su***de prevention, emotional well-being, and seeking help without stigma.

🕯️ A candle-lighting ceremony was also held to honour lives lost to su***de and symbolise hope, unity, remembrance, and a continued commitment to mental health awareness and su***de prevention.

💜 Let us talk. Let us listen. Let us support. Let us choose hope.

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10/09/2026

𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐋𝐈𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐍 𝐓𝐎 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐋𝐈𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐍!

The Library and Information Association of Zambia (LIAZ) warmly congratulates 𝐇𝐨𝐧. 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐣𝐨𝐛𝐯𝐮 𝐨𝐧 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐚 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲.

Hon. Njobvu is a distinguished Library and Information Science professional, educator, researcher and leader whose career has made a lasting contribution to Zambia’s library and information profession. His professional journey began as a Documentalist at the National Heritage Conservation Commission (NHCC) from 1987 to 1991, where he managed the Documentation Centre and its collections.

He later served as Knowledge Centre Manager at the British Council Zambia from 1994 to 2001, supervising library staff, managing British Council libraries and coordinating the national book donation programme. He subsequently joined the University of Zambia, where he has served as a Lecturer in Library and Information Science for 20 years, contributing to curriculum development, training generations of information professionals, and conducting research in areas including libraries, ICT, digital access, literacy and information services.

He also served as President of LIAZ from 2003 to 2009 and as Chairman of SCECSAL, demonstrating exemplary professional leadership at both national and regional levels.

His journey from Documentalist and Librarian to Educator, Professional Leader and now Parliamentarian is a proud testament to the knowledge, leadership and transformative potential of the Library and Information Science profession.

LIAZ celebrates this remarkable achievement and wishes Hon. Benson Njobvu wisdom, strength and success as he begins this new chapter of service to the people of Chama North and the Republic of Zambia. 🇿🇲👏

Congratulations, Honourable!

07/09/2026

𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐘: 𝐋𝐈𝐀𝐙 𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐎 𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐎 𝟐!

Catch LIAZ President, Mr Mubanga Lumpa, alongside Mr Matthews Mulenga, Executive Director of Restoration for Community Justice, live on the ZNBC Radio 2 Drive Time Show this Tuesday, 8 September 2026.

🕕 18:20 hrs – Tune in as they discuss International Day of Literacy and youth opportunities under CDF.

📻 Don’t miss it!

02/09/2026

𝐋𝐈𝐀𝐙 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐇𝐢𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐢𝐬 𝐑𝐞-𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

The Library and Information Association of Zambia (LIAZ) National Executive and its members warmly congratulate His Excellency Mr Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election as President of the Republic of Zambia.

We wish you wisdom, strength, and continued success as you lead our great nation. 🇿🇲

Congratulations, Mr President! 👏

02/09/2026

Inspiring Young Innovators 🚀

The NIPA Main Campus Library, in collaboration with American Corner NIPA, hosted a 3-Day 3D Printing Bootcamp on 24th, 27th, and 31st August as part of a teens’ holiday program. Participants explored 3D printing, technology, and career opportunities, and brought their ideas to life by designing and printing their own 3D objects. The programme also featured a library orientation and fun treasure hunt, helping learners build essential research and information skills.
A great blend of innovation, creativity, and academic readiness!

19/08/2026

Every child has the potential to learn, lead, and shine. This August, give yours the space to discover it.

The American Corner NIPA and NIPA Main Library are jointly hosting a free one-day Future Leaders Holiday Program an interactive, creativity-filled morning designed exclusively for children aged 9 to 12. Through fun activities, leadership challenges, and engaging exercises that go far beyond the classroom, young minds will discover that leadership is not reserved for adults. It starts right here, right now, with the courage to learn, the confidence to speak, and the heart to make a difference.

Under the theme “I Can Learn. I Can Lead. I Can "Shine"—this program combines education, creativity, and leadership development in a way that is as fun as it is transformative. Every activity is designed to help children build essential life skills, discover their strengths, and leave the morning with a stronger sense of who they are and what they are capable of. Your child deserves more than a holiday. They deserve a head start.

August 28 , 2026, | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 American Corner NIPA, Lusaka 🔗 Register free: https://forms.gle/rBvLqRMrDsN78fpC9
Registration is free.

Spaces are limited. Register your child today and share this with a parent who wants to give their child the opportunity to grow, explore, and shine.

19/08/2026

𝟑𝐃 𝐏𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩

Every great innovator started somewhere. For the next generation of Zambian creators, somewhere is right here—and it starts August 24.

The American Corner NIPA is hosting a free three-day 3D printing bootcamp exclusively for teens aged 15 to 17—a hands-on, beginner-friendly program led by subject matter experts and designed for young people who are ready to turn their ideas into real, physical objects.

No experience required. Just curiosity, creativity, and the willingness to build something new.
Over three days, participants will learn how 3D printers work, watch live printing in action, and get hands-on experience taking a design from concept to creation. This is not a classroom lecture. It is a practical, immersive introduction to one of the most exciting technologies shaping the future of manufacturing, design, and innovation—and it is happening right here in Lusaka.

Zambia's next generation of engineers, designers, and innovators deserves access to the tools that will define tomorrow's economy. This bootcamp is that access.

August 24 and 31 , 2026
📍 American Corner NIPA, Lusaka
🔗 Register free: https://forms.gle/k1hTQxMcGj4qjaDN9

Spaces are limited. Register now and share this with a parent, teacher, or teen who is ready to create, explore, and innovate.

14/08/2026

09/08/2026

STATEMENT BY LIAZ ON THE OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF THE NATIONAL LIBRARY POLICY

On behalf of the Library and Information Association of Zambia [LIAZ], we wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to the Ministry of Education for the official launch of the National Library Policy and Implementation Plan, the School Library Manual, and the National Digital Library on Friday, 7th August 2026 in Lusaka. The event was officiated by the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Education, Dr. Kelvin Mambwe.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to the Zambia Library Services for their tireless efforts and leadership in making this historic launch possible. Our gratitude further goes to the National Library Technical Committee for their dedicated and spirited contribution to the development process, and to all stakeholders and partners who participated in the formulation of the Policy.

This milestone is monumental for the Library and Information Service profession in Zambia. For the first time in our country’s history, the National Library Policy has been actualized — providing us with a clear framework to guide library development, promote equitable access to information, and strengthen school and digital libraries nationwide.

As LIAZ, we reaffirm our commitment to working with the Ministry of Education, ZLS, and all partners to support the successful implementation of the Policy and related instruments. We believe this will transform library services and advance literacy, research, and lifelong learning for all Zambians.

Once again, congratulations to the Ministry of Education and to the entire library fraternity on this landmark achievement.

Mr. Mubanga Lumpa
President, Library and Information Association of Zambia [LIAZ]
[Signed]
Dated: 8th August 2026.