Frequently Asked Questions
There are four categories of Libraries being managed by TLSB namely National Central Library, Regional Libraries, District Libraries and Ward Libraries
TLSB is currently in a plan to improve its library services by developing, establishing, and managing the National Digital Library in collaboration with the e-Government Authority (eGA).
So far, TLSB expects to manage the project of renovating its Headquarters building in Dar-es-Salaam as well as building two new libraries that will be located in Chato District and Arusha Region.
The Core Values for TLSB are Quality; Accountability and Transparency; Standards of Ethics and Integrity; Innovation, Equity, Partnerships, and Collaboration.
In 1975, the Act was amended and a new Act of Parliament No. 6 of 1975 was formed which led to the name of the Institute changing from Tanganyika Library Services Board to Tanzania Library Services Board.
The main purpose of forming TLSB was to provide opportunities to all citizens without discrimination of any kind, to use Public Libraries to get education, knowledge, and various information that will help them in getting rid of poverty...
The Tanzania Library Services Board (TLSB) is a Public Institution under the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology.
TLSB was established by an Act of Parliament No. 39 of 1963 formerly known as the Tanganyika Library Services Board (TLSB).
The Headquarters of the Tanzania Library Services Board (TLSB) is located at the intersection of Bibi Titi, Mohamed Road and Azikiwe Road, Posta - Dar es Salaam