Library Catalogue

Search the UNZA Library Catalogue

The UNZA Library Online Public Access Catalogue (OPAC) provides access to the university's entire collection of books, journals, theses, multimedia, and other materials held across the Main Library, Medical Library, Veterinary Library, and branch libraries.

What You Can Find

  • Books and monographs in all academic disciplines taught at UNZA
  • Print and electronic journal holdings
  • Postgraduate theses and dissertations from UNZA scholars
  • Reference materials, maps, and government publications
  • Audiovisual and multimedia resources
  • Special collections including Zambiana and archival materials

Search Tips

Use the catalogue to check item availability, location, call number, and loan status before visiting the library. You can search by title, author, keyword, ISBN, or subject heading. Sign in with your student or staff number to view your loans, renew items, and place reservations.

Material TypeLocation IndicatorLoan Period
General booksMain Library stacks14 days (undergraduate)
Short loan / high demandShort Loan Collection2 hours (library use)
Reference itemsReference SectionNot for loan
Theses & dissertationsTheses CollectionLibrary use only

Access the Catalogue

The catalogue is available 24/7 from any device with internet access. On-campus users can access it directly; off-campus access requires your UNZA credentials for personalised features such as renewals and reservations.

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