Our Vision, Mission and Core Values

Vision

The vision of the University of Dar es Salaam Library is: To be a leading academic centre of excellence in the provision, dissemination and preservation of knowledge in the country.

Mission

To provide contemporary information services that will empower the University in carrying out its core activities of teaching, learning, research, community services/consultancy.

Core Values

• Quality Service – we value library service that is credible, responsible, and innovative, and that supports teaching and learning, the pursuit of knowledge, and lifelong learning.
• Transparency – we value integrity and accountability in our interactions with our colleagues, members of the University, and external communities.
• Diversity – we value diversity in perspectives and cultures and the principle of intellectual freedom in providing open and inclusive access to information.
• Collaboration – we value cooperation and teamwork in all aspects of our work, both within the University and with our partner institutions.