The Nordic Africa Institute

Library

 

A large special library focused on contemporary Africa, mainly in social sciences. Aimed at users in the Nordics.

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INFO: Large parts of the summer we're open for book reservations and pickups by appointment only. E-mail us: library@nai.uu.se. Check our opening hours.

Opening hours:

Today: Closed
  • Sunday 2025-07-13 Closed
  • Monday 2025-07-14 Pickups only. See info.
  • Tuesday 2025-07-15 Pickups only. See info.
  • Wednesday 2025-07-16 Pickups only. See info.
  • Thursday 2025-07-17 Pickups only. See info.
  • Friday 2025-07-18 Closed
  • Saturday 2025-07-19 Closed
  • Sunday 2025-07-20 Closed
  • Monday 2025-07-21 Pickups only. See info.
  • Tuesday 2025-07-22 Pickups only. See info.
  • Wednesday 2025-07-23 Pickups only. See info.
  • Thursday 2025-07-24 Pickups only. See info.
  • Friday 2025-07-25 Closed
  • Saturday 2025-07-26 Closed

Contact

E-mail: library@nai.uu.se
Telephone: +46 18 471 52 70

Library events

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  • Resources

    We provide access to many resources, both printed and digital, supporting research and studies on Africa.

  • Use the library

    Information on loans, access and services for visitors as well as distance users.

  • About

    Opening hours, contact info, rules, price list, projects, and more about our collections.