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E-Books for students
Our e-book platform gives learners and researchers access to thousands of titles across academic subjects, literature and professional development.
E-Databases
Search scholarly journals, reference works and research collections through our subscribed databases. Access is available on library computers and to registered remote users.
Open Education Resources
Explore freely available textbooks, course materials and learning objects curated by our librarians for Malawian students and teachers.
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Google Scholar
Use Google Scholar to find peer-reviewed papers, theses, books and abstracts. Pair it with our catalogue to locate print copies held in NLS branches.
Online Public Access Catalogue
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