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National Library

National Library Division services, legal deposit repository, reference services and preservation of national imprint.

National Library Division

Preserving and sharing Kenya’s published output

The National Library Division provides functions that distinguish KNLS from public library services. It acts as a repository for legal deposits and supports preservation, acquisition and dissemination of local content.

National library services are delivered through Maktaba Kuu, Buruburu and Nakuru facilities.

National Library sub-services

Author, publisher and heritage services

Access the three core National Library service pages below.

Issuance of ISBN

Apply for ISBN, view ISBN guidance and download ISMN forms for music publications.

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Kenya National Bibliography

Explore Kenya National Bibliography resources and annual bibliographic records.

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Legal Deposit

Learn how publishers submit legal deposit copies to preserve Kenya’s documentary heritage.

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