Young African Library Leaders

Become LibraryTech Savvy

LibraryXAfrica equips you with the Librarytech skills every modern librarian needs to power digital access, innovation, and library impact in the digital age. Learn through practical experiences and join a continental community of librarians transforming library services through Librarytech skills

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Courses we offer

Libraries and AI

Libraries and AI

This course introduces librarians to the practical use of artificial intelligence in library services. Through hands-on exercises, the course focuses on applying AI to improve library efficiency, enhance library user services, and support decision-making in libraries. By the end of the course, librarians will be able to confidently integrate AI tools into their daily library work.

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Library Software Engineering

Library Software Engineering

This course introduces librarians to the practical skills needed to design, build, and manage software solutions for libraries. Librarians will gain practical experience with library management systems, digital repositories, and databases. By the end of the course, librarians will be able to understand and support library software systems and work effectively with technical teams.

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Library Data Analysis & Management

Library Data Analysis & Management

This course equips librarians with practical skills to collect, clean, manage, and analyze library data for planning and library service improvement. By the end of the course, librarians will be able to manage library data more effectively and use it to improve library services and demonstrate impact.

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Library Digital Marketing & Outreach

Library Digital Marketing & Outreach

This course empowers librarians to reach more users through digital channels. Librarians will learn how to promote library services online, create engaging content, manage social media, and build campaigns that grow visibility and community engagement.

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Library Digital Literacy & Information Technology

Library Digital Literacy & Information Technology

A practical course for building essential ICT skills, including the use of digital tools, online platforms, and basic IT systems. It supports librarians in becoming more confident and effective in technology-driven work environments.

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Library Product Design

Library Product Design

Focused on user-centered thinking, this course teaches librarians how to design digital and service solutions that respond to real user needs. Librarians learn to ideate, prototype, and improve library products and services through design thinking.

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How it Started

How it Started

Research revealed a clear gap between traditional library education and the LibraryTech skills librarians need today. While library schools provide strong foundations, many librarians are not adequately prepared for the technological demands of modern library services. In response, we launched LibraryXAfrica an edtech program created to equip librarians with practical LibraryTech skills that support career growth, service innovation, and meaningful participation in the digital economy.

Why you should enroll for
LibraryXAfrica Program

Build Practical Digital Skills That Matter

Master tools in library tech, data analysis, AI, digital literacy, software, and outreach; Skills libraries need right now.

Get Guidance on the Right Course for You

Every applicant takes an entry assessment that recommends two courses aligned with their goals, strengths, and aspirations.

Turn Learning Into Action

Apply what you learn through assessments, real-world practice, and projects that directly improve the library services you offer.

Join a Pan-African Network of Innovative Librarians

Connect with library professionals across the continent who are building smarter, more inclusive, tech-enabled libraries.

Gain Career-Boosting Experience

Choose between an internship placement or a self-led capstone project to showcase your skills and grow your professional portfolio.

Learn With Mentors Who Want You to Succeed

Join a supportive community of facilitators who teach, guide, and walk with you throughout your learning journey.

LibraryXAfrica in Numbers

2000+

Waitlisters Community

32

African Countries

16

Program Country Coordinators

33

Program Ambassadors

6

Facilitators

Our program structure

Experiential Learning (Learning by Practice)

Live Sessions with Facilitators

Capstone Project or Internship

Mentorship & Ongoing Support

Experiential Learning (Learning by Practice)

Participants get access to a Learning Management System, pre-recorded video lessons, reading resources, monthly assessments, practical exercises, and bi-weekly live tutorials

FAQs

LibraryXAfrica is a 12-month edtech program designed to equip librarians and library professionals across Africa with practical LibraryTech skills that improve library services and support career growth.
The program is open to all librarians, library students, volunteers, information professionals who want to build LibraryTech skills relevant to modern library work.
The program runs for 12 months:
• 6 months of experiential learning
• 6 months of internship or capstone project
Yes. All learning activities, live sessions, assessments, and mentorship take place online, with in-person activities during the capstone project and internship
Participants learn through a mix of:
• Pre-recorded video lessons
• Reading resources
• Monthly practical assessments
• Bi-weekly live sessions with facilitators

You can learn at your own pace while receiving guidance and feedback.
Live virtual sessions with facilitators are held every two weeks. These sessions focus on practical learning, discussions, and answering participant questions.
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