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Tzaneen libraries re-open next week
Libraries in the Greater Tzaneen area will re-open to members of the community from Monday, 8 March.
Library services were halted under strict lockdown regulations.
Greater Tzaneen Municipality (GTM) spokesperson Neville Ndlala said normal library hours will apply.
Members of the public can visit the Tzaneen, Shiluvane, Letsitele and Mulati libraries from 9:00-16:30 weekdays.
Ndlala said the Haenertsburg Library will only open on Mondays and Thursdays until further notice.
Ndlala stated that the Letsitele, Mulati and Haenertsburg libraries will be closed between 13:00 and 14:00.
He said fines will not be levied for the period that the libraries were closed.
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“Libraries are especially vulnerable to the spreading of the coronavirus. To reduce the risk to the public and our staff members, until COVID-19 restrictions are lifted, only key library services will be delivered, including the checking in-and-out of books, the provision of free internet/wi-fi services, and limited study space,” said Ndlala.
He also said extensive risk mitigation plans, in line with government regulations, have been developed for each of the GTM libraries.
“Risk mitigation measures are in place at the libraries and notices with details of the measures posted at library entrances. Library staff and users must always wear masks,” he said.
To ensure safe distancing the number of library members checking books in and out; the number of study spaces and the number of library computers for use will be controlled.
Ndlala said chairs will be available for queuing.
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“Please note that only two hours will be allowed per person for studying unless there is no queue waiting for study space. Library computers will be available for study purposes only, for one hour at a time, renewable if there is no queue waiting,” he said.
Those visiting the library should note that pre-school and primary school children, group visits, photocopying, access to newspapers and the use of library halls or study rooms are not permitted until further notice.
Ndlala said the mitigation measures are meant to keep library users and staff safe whilst still delivering library services.
“The understanding of, and cooperation by, library users are highly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming back our valued library users.”
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