Our Library
A well-stocked academic library serving all eight faculties — with print collections, digital resources, and dedicated study spaces for every student.
Salaam University Main Library
Salaam University has a main library that serves two complementary purposes: to support the curriculum and to support the research of the University Faculties and students. The library has a comprehensive range of documents including books, manuscripts, journals, magazines, newspapers and more on various subjects.
Physical Resources
10,000+ Books
A wide collection of academic and reference books covering all eight faculties.
Journals & Periodicals
Academic journals, newspapers, and periodicals updated regularly throughout the year.
Theses & Dissertations
A growing archive of SU graduate theses — a valuable research reference for current students.
Group Study Rooms
Four dedicated rooms for group project work, each accommodating up to 8 students.
Library Facilities
Digital Research Resources
All SU students have access to the following open-access research databases. These resources are freely available and recommended by our academic staff.
JSTOR
Thousands of academic journals, books, and primary sources across disciplines.
Google Scholar
Free access to a vast index of scholarly literature across disciplines.
African Journals Online (AJOL)
The world's largest and most diverse collection of African-published research.
WHO IRIS
World Health Organization's institutional repository — essential for health sciences students.
FAO E-Library
Food and Agriculture Organization digital library covering agriculture, nutrition, and rural development.
UN iLibrary
Official repository of UN publications covering economics, governance, and sustainable development.
Opening Hours
Library Rules
- 1The library is open to all Students, Faculty and Staff of SU.
- 2Readers are not allowed to enter the library with personal belongings.
- 3No reader shall write upon, damage or make marks on any library book.
- 4A reader who fails to return a book on the due date will be charged $0.50 per day.
- 5At the end of each semester, the student should return all books to the library.
- 6Reference books shall not be loaned.
Contact the Library
For borrowing inquiries, research assistance, or to reserve a group study room, reach the library team directly.