Tafelsig Library is one of 6 llibraries situated in the Mitchells Plain area. The library is situated at the corner of Kilimanjaro and Pyrenees streets, Tafelsig. It is a free public library under the jurisdiction of the City of Cape Town.
The mission of Tafelsig Public is to empower the community through access to the services and resources required for the informational, cultural and recreational needs.
Tafelsig Public Library is committed to providing a free public library service to all its citizens in line with the UNESCO Public Library Manifesto. The library aims for excellence in providing a highly professional and cost effective lending reference and community service.
The objectives of the library
To develop and maintain a balanced and relevant collection which is easily accessible to all.
To provide sufficient well trained staff and capable staff to optimize the use of the resources available and respond to the ever changing needs of the community.
To utilise and pursue appropriate technology to ensure accessibility of information.
To promote and market the fullest use of the library resources and services to the whole community.
To promote and support literacy in partnership with other agencies
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