Johannesburg Mayor Dada Morero has emphasised the importance of knowledge, education, and community development during the official reopening of the Johannesburg City Library.
He was speaking at the ceremony held at the facility in the city centre on Saturday, attended by residents, media, the Johannesburg Development Agency, and various civil society organisations.
The Johannesburg City Library, which turned 90 on Saturday, was closed in 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic for major structural upgrades.
Dada Morero emphasises
At the time, the city’s emergency management services issued a notice of non-compliance related to fire safety systems, mechanical faults, and electrical issues.
The building also lacked sufficient water capacity and failed to meet municipal by-law requirements.
On Saturday, the library was celebrated not only for its restoration but for its historical significance, as it was the first public library to open its doors to all races in 1994, defying apartheid segregation.
Morero expressed his excitement about the reopening.
“We are 90 years old with this library. We have restored it almost to its original state and we are excited that it’s officially and fully operational, so I think that’s what we should be celebrating.”
The mayor added that reopening the library on Women’s Day was symbolic, acknowledging the vital role women play in education and nation-building.
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