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KIBOGORA POLYTECHNIC LIBRARY

Discover, access, learn and research across our two campus libraries.

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Open Today: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Currently: 102 visitors
Total Items: 1
Help Desk: (+250) 786 568 015

Latest Announcements

Event

Library: Library orientation is the process of introducing new students, lecturers, researchers, or other users to a library, its resources, services, facilities, and rules so they can use the library effectively and independently.

Oct 29, 2026
Update

New Database: Access to JSTOR now available for all students and staff.

Oct 3, 2026
Event

Research Workshop: "How to Write a Literature Review" – Library Training Room.

Sep 26, 2026

Research Databases

Journal articles, e-books and citation data. Open-access platforms work from anywhere; for the subscribed ones, ask at the library desk for the institutional login.

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Our Campus Libraries

Main Campus Library

Nyamasheke District

  • first floor
  • Mon-Sun, 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • 10,000+ volumes
  • 2,538 catalogued records

Rusizi Campus Library

Rusizi District

  • Basement, opposite the campus reception
  • Mon-Sun, 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • 10,000+ volumes
  • 1,625 catalogued records

Upcoming Events & Training

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About Kibogora Polytechnic Library

The Kibogora Polytechnic Library is the heart of academic life on campus. We provide access to 1 items, 12+ academic databases, and a wide range of digital resources to support teaching, learning, and research.

Our mission is to empower students, lecturers, and researchers by providing equitable access to information and fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity and lifelong learning, in the spirit of Science · Faith · Conscience.

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1+ Books & Resources
12+ Academic Databases
24/7 Digital Access
200+ Study Spaces

Frequently Asked Questions

Visit the library desk with your college ID. Browse the collection, bring what you want to the desk, and the librarian will process your loan. Students may borrow 1 book at a time; lecturers and administrators may borrow 2.

Borrowing rules

Our Reference & Instruction Librarian, Ms. Anne Mukamana, is available for research consultations. Email research@kp.ac.rw or use the Research Consultation Request form on the Research Support page.

Request

Yes, but downloading limits may apply depending on the publisher licence. Most e-books allow chapter downloads, and articles can be saved as PDFs. Check the specific resource for permitted use.

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Get in Touch

Location

Kibogora Polytechnic Campus
Nyamasheke District, Western Province

Phone

(+250) 786 568 015

Opening Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM