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The beginning of the Lubuto Model Library (2 of 4)
"...this library...will be of great benefit to the community and beyond for educational purposes as well as enlightenment."
Dr. Kenneth D. Kaunda, First President of the Republic of Zambia, at the Lubuto Model Library's opening
Last week we shared the recent history of the Lubuto Model Library in Lusaka, Zambia. Here is how it got started.
Dr. Kaunda was recognized worldwide for the central role he played as a leader of the "frontline states" in the long confrontation between independent Black Africa and the white-dominated south of the continent until the end of apartheid. That such an important figure in Africa's history recognized the importance and came to celebrate the opening of this library was both thrilling and humbling.
Hundreds of children and their families attended the opening ceremony on November 10, 2010. President Kaunda greeted guests, delighted in children's performances, danced along with the crowd, eagerly toured the library buildings and delivered opening remarks that truly conveyed his passion for Lubuto libraries.
The library's construction was funded by Dow Jones & Co. Lubuto's financial supporters took it from there, donating regularly to support the staff that brought the library to life and sustain its services. Thousands of young people have since discovered this Lubuto Library and visited it on average 2,500 times a week.
We are working hard toward a grand reopening of the Lubuto Model Library, and a celebration of the five library Lubuto system, in the near future. Your help literally makes all this possible. Will you please donate today to support this final sprint?
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