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Pindrop: Johannesburg’s libraries in the suburbs are in various stages of disrepair. (Delwyn Verasamy/M&G)

Joburg libraries are a place where books go to die

The closure of the city’s biggest library is a loss to the public, and some of the other libraries are also battling to keep the culture of books alive

  • Aarti Bhana
14 min read
The library was initially closed in 2020 as a result of Covid-19 restrictions but stayed shut after these were lifted because of structural damages.

Johannesburg City Library could open its doors in six months

The city still needs to ensure the building is fire compliant before it can open its doors to the public

  • Eyaaz
5 min read