Bulawayo Public Library

Bulawayo Public Library

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Good Books Good Friends... The BPL is open to everyone as long as they join as readers. Our reader population is currently above ten thousand people.

Founded in 1896, Bulawayo Public Library (BPL) is a Private Voluntary Organization registered in terms of the Welfare Act (Chapter 93). Unlike other Libraries such as those of colleges and universities which although open to public use have borrowing privileges only restricted to their students and staff. The readers are from communities within Bulawayo, the countryside and other towns. These read

06/05/2026

Make sure you take care of You!

Photos from Bulawayo Public Library's post 06/05/2026

The Bulawayo Public Library expresses immense gratitude to Book Aid International for the recent book donation, comprising a vast array of textbooks, fiction, non-fiction, and children's books, now available for public access and utilization.

01/05/2026

Warmest wishes on Workers' Day to all dedicated professionals.

Photos from Bulawayo Public Library's post 22/04/2026

Join us at ZITF, where innovation meets possibility and witness the power of library potential. Bulawayo My City

20/04/2026

Come through to our exhibit at ZITF this week and see what we have to offer!! Bulawayo My City

16/04/2026
07/04/2026

Let your kiddos crash at our place this holiday!! We've got our main spot at the corner of Fort street and 8th avenue with a rad section for youngsters, plus two more branches at Ascot shopping center and City hall Bulawayo My City

07/04/2026

Spark joy this holiday season! Encourage kids to ditch the TV and explore wonder at the library instead. We've got a special section for tiny tots and another branch at Ascot. Bulawayo My City

17/03/2026

This weather demands a hot cup of joe and a great book. Don't just Netflix and chill, read it before Netflix turns it into a movie😜

17/03/2026

Between pages and prayers, we find pieces of each other. ✨
As Ramadan comes to a close,l hope it brought peace, reflection, and light to all who observe.

Our library is a space for every story, every faith, every journey come through, read, learn, and grow in understanding. 🤍📚

13/03/2026

Empowering individuals and enriching our community is at the heart of what we do, which is why our braille section provides complimentary services, unlocking the freedom that reading brings.

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100 Fort Street And 8th Avenue
Bulawayo
00263

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 13:00