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Address: 228 Proes Street, Pretoria 0001, South Africa
Phone Number: 27 12 4019700
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examinations preparation

it is a very nice spot to read, concentration and the resources are also available. should you need to learn more about Pretoria, certain studies if you are doing research, books... read more

5 of 5 starsReviewed July 25, 2016
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 25, 2016

it is a very nice spot to read, concentration and the resources are also available. should you need to learn more about Pretoria, certain studies if you are doing research, books and internet are available for one to make a research. Many students use this facility, everyday for studying, the atmosphere is just so right for one to study, the... More 

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 17, 2015

You never leave this library without the information you were looking for. There are various resources available to help you with the search.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 10, 2013

There is a great number of publications. The entrance is a little bit complicated because of all the bureaucracy around (fill in this for and this form...) but the staff is helpful and this is a great source of not only South African history, society etc. There is the National Archive and the National Film, VIdeo and Sound Archive nearby.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 14, 2012

Kudos to CEO Mr John Tsebe and his dynamic deputy Ms Rachel More for all the hard work promoting the importance of reading and education. I Another friendly face in the institution is Susanne van Reusenberg.

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