The Omaheke Regional Library is a library in Gobabis the capital of Omaheke Region of Namibia. It is situated between Gobabis' Epako suburb and the Legare Stadium[1]), and was opened on November 25, 2014 by then-minister of education David Namwandi.[2] The Omaheke regional library intends to introduce programmes and activities for the community in an effort to attract more visitors.
Funding edit
The library is one of three regional libraries (the other two are in Oshakati, Oshana; and Helao Nafidi, Ohangwena). These libraries are also known as Regional Study and Resource Centers (RSRCs), and were funded by the Millennium Challenge Corporation (Namibia Account) at a cost of N$167 million,[3] in partnership with the National Library and Archives service (NLAS), a division of the Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture (MoEAC)[4]
Services edit
The Omaheke Regional Library provides library patrons access to traditional library services and materials including access to the Internet. The library also operates a mobile unit that visits communities in the Omaheke region and is equipped with computers, televisions, and a book collection.[5] The regional library aim to provide tailored programs, ICTs, and information services that address surrounding communities’ most pressing needs.[6] The library also offer free internet to its users.[7]
References edit
- ^ "Omaheke Regional Library receives tech equipment from local bank | Namibia Economist". Retrieved 2020-05-25.
- ^ Ngatjiheue, Charmaine. "Namwandi inaugurates RSRC". thevillager.com.na/. The Villager. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
- ^ "Gobabis has never seen anything like this". economist.com.na/. Namibia Economist. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
- ^ "New library for Ohangwena". Truth, for its own sake. Retrieved 2023-01-13.
- ^ "MCA Namibia draws final curtain". newera.com.na/. New Era. Retrieved 25 March 2015.
- ^ "Namibia Regional Library Evaluation | Technology & Social Change Group". tascha.uw.edu. Retrieved 2020-05-25.
- ^ Ngashikuao, Lucia Ndeshihafela (2022). An assessment on the usage of internet services at Omaheke regional library (Thesis thesis). University of Namibia.
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