This library is for reference only. It specializes in books and periodicals on Africa. It also has its own reserve collection of books and other library materials.
Books on Africa may be duplicated in the main stacks, and these may be borrowed.
Notice from the Balme Library - New Opening hours : The Balme Library will from 2nd November, 2020, operate the following opening hours - Monday to Friday : 8:30am to 2:00pm, Saturday : Closed, 24-Hour Reading Room : Monday to Sunday 8:00 am - 6:00pm. Students must carry their University ID cards along and observe all laid down protocols in and around the library.