LibraryXAfrica program equips you with the LibraryTech skills every modern librarian needs. Learn hands-on, gain real experience, and join a continent wide community of forward-thinking professionals.
26th Jan. - 28th Feb. 2026
2nd Mar. - 29th Mar. 2026
Flexible payment options available
Artificial intelligence is already changing how information is created, accessed, and shared; and libraries cannot afford to be left behind. The Libraries & AI course empower librarians to:
monthly for the duration of the course
every 3 month for the duration of the course
every 6 month for the duration of the course
One time payment for the duration of the course.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.