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Unisan appointed to Limpopo Library Council to shape future of libraries in the region
Mercy Mokgele
Mercy Mokgele, currently serving as the Library Manager in the Unisa Polokwane Region, has been appointed to the Limpopo Library Council, a significant move set to shape the future of libraries in the region. The council plays a pivotal role in advising the MEC of Sport, Arts and Culture and is responsible for ensuring that libraries continue to evolve as essential hubs of knowledge and culture.
Renowned for her dedication to the field of library services, Mokgele brings a wealth of experience to her new role. As the Library Manager in Unisa's Polokwane Region, she has played a vital part in promoting education, culture and community engagement through libraries. Her responsibilities in this role have included overseeing library processes, strategic planning and building partnerships.
Her recent appointment to the Limpopo Library Council is a testament to her expertise and commitment to advancing the library ecosystem. The council's primary mission is to advise the MEC of Sport, Arts and Culture on matters related to libraries, policy development and the effective implementation of library services across the province.
Mokgele has been appointed for a three-year term, during which she will work alongside other dedicated professionals, who share her passion for fostering literacy and community development through libraries. The council's collective efforts will be instrumental in formulating and implementing policies that ensure libraries in Limpopo remain accessible, relevant and influential in promoting education and culture.
In a region where libraries have long been the cornerstone of knowledge and community engagement, Mokgele’s appointment is a significant development, one that promises to usher in positive changes in library services, accessibility and cultural engagement for the people of Limpopo. Her expertise and vision are set to leave a lasting impact on the development and accessibility of libraries in the region.
Her appointment, she said, "marks a significant turning point for libraries in Limpopo, and I am committed to steering them toward a brighter, more inclusive and vibrant future".
* Submitted by the Unisa Library
Publish date: 2023/10/27
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