S.A. Public Libraries strapped for cash

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That says public libraries in South Africa cannot offer the services people require, and some are under threat of closure. Especially affected are school children.


In 1955, when public libraries came into being, they were joint undertakings between provincial governments and local authorities. In 1994 libraries were made the sole responsibility of provinces. With their obligation removed, cash-strapped local authorities are withdrawing their financial support, says Friends of the Library. This leaves provincial governments with very small budgets to provide for libraries .

The group complains that there is no political will to find money, which means that the situation is likely to get worse.

April 7, 2002 by Uncategorized 0

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