Library Membership & Borrowing
All registered UNZA students and staff are automatically members of the library and may borrow materials using their valid UNZA ID card. External users and alumni may apply for associate membership at the circulation desk.
Loan Periods & Limits
| User Category | Loan Period | Maximum Items | Renewals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate students | 14 days | 4 books | 2 renewals |
| Postgraduate students | 28 days | 8 books | 3 renewals |
| Academic staff | 56 days | 12 books | 4 renewals |
| Short loan items | 2 hours | 2 items | Not renewable |
Renewals & Reservations
Renew eligible items online through the library catalogue or at the circulation desk, provided no other user has reserved the item. Place reservations on checked-out items; you will be notified when the item becomes available.
Fines & Lost Items
Overdue fines apply to late returns of loan items. Short loan materials incur higher fines due to high demand. Lost or damaged items must be replaced or paid for at current market value plus processing fees. Unpaid fines may result in borrowing privileges being suspended.
Inter-Library Loans
Materials not held at UNZA may be requested from other libraries in Zambia and abroad through our inter-library loan service. Submit requests at the circulation desk or via the online form. Processing times vary depending on the lending library.