Services​​

Inter-Library Loan

The library is a member of consortium of local universities libraries in Tanzania. Through collaboration the library has interlibrary arrangements with several libraries. 

The library also coordinates its services with the sister institutions in Kenya, Uganda and Pakistan.

Books Loan Policy​

  • Books ​are lent out for seven days and only two books can be checked out at a time.

  • ​All loans are renewable once, subject to demand.

  • Books on reserve/short loan may be lent out for overnight or for a few hours subject to demand.

  • Books for overnight loans will be lent out one hour before closing of the library and must be returned by 8:00 am the following morning.

  • Books designated reference and study collections are for use in the library only.

  • Journals and other non-book material will not be lent out.

  • Overdue charges will be levied on books not returned on time.

  • Members may reserve information resources that are already in circulation. Material so reserved will be lent out on first come first serve basis.

  • Members will be informed when reserved material become available and must collect them within 48 hours of the notice.​

Laptops Loan Policy

  • Eligibility: Laptops loaned by AKU Library are for the use of AKU students.

  • Check-out Procedure:

    • The person named in the reservation must check out the library laptop.
    • A valid library membership identification card and signature are required at the time of checkout.
    • Membership cards are not transferable.

  • Responsibility:

    • Laptops are provided and maintained by AKU Library.
    • The user is responsible for ensuring the laptop is not damaged, lost, or stolen while it is charged to them.
    • The library management must be informed of any equipment loss or malfunctions as soon as they occur.
    • We reserve the right to charge a lender for lost, stolen, or broken equipment.

  • Loan Period:

    • Laptops may be loaned for a period of 2 days. This can be renewed upon request and shall be based on availability and demand.

  • Overdue Charges:

    • Overdue charges will be levied on laptops not returned on time.
    • The charges are currently TZS 5,000 per day.

  • Reservations:

    • Reservations are not accepted for laptops.
    • Laptops are lent on a first-come, first-serve basis.
    • Users may not borrow more than one laptop at a time.

  • Software:

    • Laptops come with basic software.
    • Additional software installation must be requested in writing via email to the library management explaining the purpose.
    • Software can only be installed by the AKU IT officer.
    • Users are not permitted to install any software on a laptop on their own.

  • Data Safety:

    • Users are responsible for the safety of their data.
    • Anything saved on the hard drive will be lost when the machine is returned.

  • Privilege:

    • Laptop use and loan is a privilege that will be revoked if the service is abused.

  • Pick-up and Return:

    • Laptops may be picked up from and returned to AKU Library between 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

  • Inspection:

    • Equipment must be inspected for damage, proper working condition, and any accessories that were loaned with the equipment before being checked in.
    • The loan will be removed from the user's library account after inspection.​
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​Reference​

​Reference services are complemented by trainings, workshops, and information literacy programmes, which provide orientation tours, regularly scheduled workshops on specific tools and topics, and course-related sessions. For additional information please enquire by email: fhslibrary.dar@aku.edu or by phone: +255 22 2122740.​​​​​​​