South African Journal of Libraries & Information Science

This journal presents research information on practices and issues related to the institution and implementation of libraries and information science (LIS) in South Africa. The journal is published twice a year by the Library and Information Association of South Africa (LIASA), who advocate and support the provision of library and information services that aspire to equitable access to information for communities (literate and illiterate) in South Africa.

LIASA believes that this publication should serve and reflect the interests of the South African LIS community across the spectrum of its activities and research. In addition to formal scholarly articles, the editors will strive to identify and solicit articles on issues of practice and controversial matters as they arise. It is intended to actively encourage young writers, researchers and practitioners to share their experiences and findings so that aspects of research, teaching, thinking and practice are brought together through the South African Journal of Libraries and Information Science. Topics that will be examined in the journal include:

• literacy
• management
• children's literature
• ethics
• globalisation
• impact of the digital divide
• technology
• communications
• indigenous knowledge systems