Main Theme
Positioning the Library and Information Profession in a Knowledge Driven Economy.
Where
Zimbabwe, Kariba
When
Tuesday - Thursday
23rd : 7th IASL Pre-Conference
24th – 26th Main Conference
Event Speakers
Here are some of our speakers
Hon. Dr. T Moyo
Guest of Honour
Prof. Clara Chuu
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Nancy Kwangwa
Keynote Speaker
Masimba Muziringa
NLDS Director
Prof. I Chirisa
Keynote - Zimbabwe
Dr. I. Munyoro
Presenter - Zimbabwe
Event Schedule
Here is our event schedule
These are a sample of the papers to be presented drawn from the conference programme.
Registration
All to register at the registration desk from 8:00am - 9.00am .
Guest of Honour Hon. Dr. Torerayi Moyo
Minister of Primary and Secondary Education.
Keynote Paper Prof. Clara Chuu
Libraries for Sustainable Development.
Keynote Paper 2 Dr. Nancy Kwangwa
Measuring the success of university-industry knowledge transfer initiatives.
Chibidi Inos
Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) integration in Library and Information Services (LIS) and the associated challenges. .
Wongani Jumbo
Availability and accessibility of information resources: a case study of UNC Project – Malawi Library.
Lawal Kado
Investigating Reproductive Health Information Literacy Skills of Pregnant Women in Katsina.
Sithembeni Tanya Madziwa
Positioning the academic library in line with heritage based education 5.0. A multi case study of state university in Zimbabwe. .
Trevor Gumbo
Legal Deposit Framework in Zimbabwe: Application Enforcement and Implications.
Lindiwe Mpindiwa
The image and reputation of library and information science (LIS) professionals.
Metricia Shamiso Rerayi
Enhancing information literacy through Artificial Intelligence: a case on the integration of AI tools in library services.
Constance Mutengi
Integration of technology in library and information science utilising emerging technologies.
Ojo Jacob Olanrewaju et al
Empowering rural and remote communities through access to mobile library services in Africa.
Ahmed Mohammed et al
Promoting best practice in public library services through public private partnership (PPPs) in Nigeria: a trail model.
Dangwah, Kumbirayi et al
Turning a blind eye: dilemmas of library smart technologies how to deal with them after adoption and implementation.
Rosemary Maturure et al
The impact of artificial intelligence in Zimbabwean libraries.
Clever Dhewa and Kumbirai Mukapiku
Purchase order financing a panacea to library infrastructural development, a model for sustainable infrastructural development in TVET institutions in Harare. .
Msauki, G and Kwangwa, N.
Embracing Media Information Literacy in Community Development and Social Justice Initiatives in Sub Saharan Africa.
Musemburi, Darlington and Mutamba, Owen
Deconstructing the Norm: Challenging Established Perceptions of Librarianship through Professional Information Services.
Event Venue
Event venue location info and gallery
Caribbea Bay Hotel, Kariba: Zimbabwe
Caribbea Bay Resort is located on the shores of lake Kariba, a sight more in keeping with the blue waters of the Mediterranean than the heart of Southern Africa..
Accommodation Options
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Gallery
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Sponsors and Partners
F.A.Q
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What are the exhibition costs?
Exhibition cost is USD 150.00
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Are there flights to the venue - Kariba?
For more information and bookings on flights contact Falcon Air: Tinashe: (+263) 773 994 414, Elton: (+263) 772 697 182/ 0713 236 397, Mercy: (+263) 773 298 385 or Email: ddffalconair@gmail.com .
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What transport and accommodation arrangements are in place?
For all transport and accommodation arrangements please contact Darlington Musemburi on +263772446434. Number is also on Whatsapp.
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Are there any excursions?
Excursions are available. These include boat cruise and game drive. Contant Edwin Madziwo on +236773529002 for bookings.
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Will the conference proceedings be published?
The conference proceeding will be published in the ZimLA Journal Vol.1 Issue 1 - January 2025.
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Who can we contact for finer details?
1. Conference Organising Chairperson: Dr. Nancy Kwangwa email conference@zimla.org.zw or nancykwangwa{@}gmail.com +263 773 280 039.
2. Secretary General: Ms. Rosebud Maninge email rmaninge{@)gmail.com Cell +263 772 339 450
3. ZimLA President: MacDonald Nhakura email: mnhakura123{@}gmail.com cell: +263 773 048 590
FOR THE 2024, 7th IASL/ZimLA ANNUAL PRE-CONFERENCE IN SCHOOL LIBRARIANSHIP ENQUIRIES CONTACT:
1. Mr. Jerry Mathema IASL Region 1: Africa Sub Sahara Representative: ZimLA Advisory Council Member. Cell +263 772 755 776 email: iaslzimlapreconference@gmail.com / jkmath1972@gmail.com / librarian@masiyephambili.com
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CONFERENCE FEES
These cover morning teas, lunch, afternoon teas, stationery and the conference package.
ZimLA Members
$275
- ZimLA paid up members
Non-ZimLA Members
$350
- Non ZimLA Members
International delegates
$450
- International delegates
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