The Librarian: Library Association crafting a Strategic Plan

The Librarian: Library Association crafting a Strategic Plan: The Zimbabwe Library Association (ZimLA) recently held its annual conference and Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Victoria Falls from 23 to ...

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