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University of Rwanda Library Services

The largest academic library system in Rwanda, serving over 35000 students and researchers across 9 campuses.

The University of Rwanda Library Services (URLS) was founded in 2013 when seven publicly funded institutions were merged to form the University of Rwanda. Today, it stands as the premier academic library in the country, committed to providing the highest level of service, access, and instruction that meet the curricular, research, professional, intellectual, creative, and personal needs of the University community.

URLS aspires to grow into one of the top academic research libraries on the African continent, fostering knowledge creation and dissemination through innovative services and collections.

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UR Library
Est. 1963
9 Campuses
35000 Students
50000 E-Resources
40 Staff
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Welcome Message

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Mission & Vision

Our purpose, values, and future direction

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Strategic Plan

Our roadmap for 2019-2025

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Library Structure

Our organizational chart and departments

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Library Staff

Meet our dedicated team

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Partnerships

Our local and international collaborations

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Library Hours

Opening hours for all campuses

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For Students

Information and resources for students

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For Visitors

Information for external users

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LOCATIONS

Our Campus Libraries

Nine campuses, one world-class library system

Busogo Campus
Gikondo Campus
Huye Campus
Nyagatare Campus
Nyarugenge Campus
Remera Campus
Rukara Campus
Rwamagana Campus
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OUR STORY

Library History

The University of Rwanda Library Services has a rich history dating back to 1963, evolving into the premier academic library system in the country.

1963

Founding of the National University of Rwanda library in Butare (now Huye)

1981

Establishment of the Institute of Agriculture library in Busogo

1995

Creation of Kigali Institute of Science and Technology (KIST) library

2013

Merger of seven public institutions to form the University of Rwanda, creating a unified library system

2019

Launch of the Strategic Plan 2019-2025 and expansion of digital resources

2024

Continuing growth as one of Africa's leading academic libraries

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OUR VALUES

What We Stand For

Excellence

We strive for the highest quality in all our services and collections

User-Centered

Our users are at the heart of everything we do

Innovation

We embrace new technologies and creative solutions

Collaboration

We work together with partners locally and globally

Integrity

We uphold the highest ethical standards

Community

We serve our community with dedication and respect

LEADERSHIP

Library Leadership Team

System Administrator

Administrator

University Librarian

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Dr. Uwamwezi Berthilde

Academic and Digital Library Services Specialist

UR-HEADQUARTERS MAIN LIBRARY

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Kabagambe Jean Claude

Director

Remera Campus

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