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TTU Library

Gateway to Knowledge & Research

TTU Library

Gateway to Knowledge & Research — reinventing our resources, services and systems to what a World Class Library can and aspires to be.

  library@ttu.ac.ke

About the Library

Supporting teaching, learning and research through quality information resources and world-class services.

Welcome to Taita Taveta University Library, located at Taita Taveta University main campus. The Library has the following sections: User Services, Technical Section, Digital Library and Reprographic Section.

We are reinventing our resources, services and systems to what a World Class Library can and aspire to be — anticipating and adapting to the changing needs of students and faculty.

9,000+
Print Volumes
35,000+
E-Journals
50,000+
E-Books
4
Library Sections

We are committed to supporting all teaching and research activities at TTU through delivery of high quality services to all information seekers. We invite you to share our passion for lifelong learning.

Your continuous feedback is essential in helping us reinvent a Library for the future.

Library Sections

User Services

Circulation, reference services, and user assistance for all library patrons.

Technical Section

Acquisition, cataloging, and classification of library materials.

Digital Library

Access to electronic resources, databases, and online services.

Reprographic Section

Photocopying, printing, and document reproduction services.

Vision & Mission

Vision

Actively participate in teaching, learning and research by providing information resources and services to the University community.

Mission Statement

To develop, organize and preserve quality information resources in various formats to broaden teaching, learning and research activities and to meet the information needs of the University.

Strategic Goals

Four key priorities guiding our commitment to excellence in library services.

1

Quality Information Resources

To acquire, organize and maintain quality information resources in print and digital format to meet teaching and research needs of the University.

2

User-Focused Services

To provide user focused library service to meet needs and expectations of the user community.

3

Increase Library Usage

Increase library usage among the university community through awareness and accessibility improvements.

4

Organizational Development

To develop an organizational framework to enhance library administration and functions for efficient service delivery.

Library Services & Staff

Library Services

Circulation of Library Materials
Interlibrary Loans
Reprographic Services
Information Literacy
Online Information Services
Binding Services

Library Staff

Stephen Kuyabi Magori

Head of Department

PhD (Ongoing)

smagori@ttu.ac.ke

Willy M. Kisingo

E-Resources / Systems Librarian

MSc.

wkisingo@ttu.ac.ke

Elizabeth T. Mwangovya

In-Charge, User Services

BSc.

emwangovya@ttu.ac.ke

Mwanajuma O. Chala

In-Charge, Technical Services

BSc.

mchala@ttu.ac.ke

Benedict T. Waambua

Library Assistant

BSc.

bwaambua@ttu.ac.ke

Catherine M. Tayo

Library Assistant

Diploma

ctayo@ttu.ac.ke

Racheal N. Mamati

Library Assistant

Diploma

rmamati@ttu.ac.ke

Henry Mwabili

Bindery Services

Certificate

hmwabili@ttu.ac.ke

Naomi Mwalekwa

Library Assistant (Ngerenyi Library)

Diploma

nmwalekwa@ttu.ac.ke

Charles Mshilla

Library Attendant

Diploma

cmshilla@ttu.ac.ke

Pascal Kalanga

Library Checker

K.C.S.E

pkalanga@ttu.ac.ke

Opening Hours

  • Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
  • Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday & Public Holidays Closed

Electronic Resources

Access thousands of e-journals, e-books, and databases from anywhere, anytime. Our electronic resources include subscribed databases, open access resources, and digital collections.

Explore Resources

OPAC

Search our collection of books, journals, and other materials through the Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC). Find what you need quickly and easily.

Search Catalog

Institutional Repository

Access the university's research output including theses, dissertations, journal articles, and conference proceedings in our digital repository.

Browse Repository

Remote Access

Access library resources from off-campus through our secure remote access system. Available to all registered students and staff.

Access Remotely

Our Collaborators & Partners

Proud to collaborate with leading institutions and organizations worldwide

DAAD

German Academic Exchange Service

NML - CSIR India

National Metallurgical Laboratory

WFURS

World Forum of Universities of Resources on Sustainability

Technical University of Mombasa

Kenya

HTW Dresden

University of Applied Sciences, Germany

GIA

Gemological Institute of America

TU Clausthal

Clausthal University of Technology, Germany

TU Bergakademie Freiberg

Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg, Germany

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