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The Two National Libraries of South Africa

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South Africa has two national libraries, the South African Library in Cape Town (founded 1818) and the State Library in Pretoria (1887). The South African Library has as its main duties the preservation of legal deposit and rare material, the provision of a national reference service, and the compilation of retrospective bibliographies. The State Library has to render national bibliographic services and coordinate bibliographic activities among South African libraries; its bookstock is intended for use rather than preservation. Both libraries have to maintain a complete collection of material emanating from and relating to South Africa. Both were founded in first world environments, yet they are mandated by the National Libraries Act to give information services to the whole population. Political and social developments in South Africa require both libraries to consider their future roles. They will continue to receive financial support only if they make significant contributions within the new South Africa.

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