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Visitors from western university Canada touring the Library

Library Staff showcasing at the Research and Innovations Week 2025

library staff demonstrating how the book check machine works

Library staff participating in the Mak run

E-resources training at the Library

Assoc Prof. Ruth Nalumaga

Message from the University Librarian

Welcome to Makerere University Library. At the centre of the University is the library system comprising of the Main Library, which is situated at Makerere University Main Campus. It was constructed in 1959 with a total area of 4,000 square metres and was extended in 1962, 1972 and 2006. The extensions increased the area to 12,000 square metres with a seating capacity of over 2,800. The Main Library currently has eight sections namely:

MISSION: To Excel in providing Transformative and inclusive Library and Information Services that support learning, teaching, research and innovation.

VISION: To be a thought leader of knowledge generation for societal transformation and development.

Training Schedule

Opening Hours

Monday	8:00 — 17:00
Tuesday	8:00 — 17:00
Wednesday	8:00 — 17:00
Thursday	8:00 — 17:00
Friday	8:00 — 17:00
Saturday	Closed
Sunday	Closed

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Seal of recognition for active AGRIS Data Providers

In recognition of Makerere’s data submissions throughout 2023, It was awarded the Agriculture Information Management seal of recognition for 2025.

Library Sections

Africana

Bookbank

Bindery

ICT

Technical Services

Digitisation

Law/IDA

Periodicals

Reference & Circulation

Clearance Certificates

Before leaving the University, all students must obtain clearance certificates from the library to be presented to the Academic Registrar’s Department indicating that the reader does not owe the library any books before he/she obtains a transcript. This is done at the Issue Desk of the Library.

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In-house use of library print resources including journals and reference materials without borrowing rights; access to reference services; reading facilities and use of photocopiers.

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2 Jul

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