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Librarian Mr. Isutsa M. receiving 37 books and 6 magazines from Dr. Mwanaidi Ayumba courtesy of Dr. Maria, a member of the Association of Women Surgeons in Kenya on 8th September 2025.
Jonathan Njoroge (right) and Gabriel Odhiambo (left) from NUPEA Mombasa during a site visit for the proposed Library Corner – 23rd June 2025.
Prof. Dr. Enno Bahrs of Hohenheim University, with his team and students, visited Pwani University Library on June 13, 2025.
Pwani University Librarian, Mr. Moses Isutsa, alongside Dr. Elisha Gogo (PU), Pauline Omollo (UoN), Sauma (Namibia, RUFORUM), and Christine Bayaruhanga (University Archivist, UCU).
The University Librarian, Mr. Moses Isutsa, poses for a photo with the Makerere University Librarian, Dr. E. L. Nalumaga, Ph.D., after paying a courtesy call to her office on March 19, 2025.
The Italian Ambassador to Kenya, H.E. Roberto Natali (centre), accompanied by his wife, H.E. Natali Chiali, poses for a group photo after a courtesy call at PU Library. He was received by the University Librarian, Mr. Moses Isutsa (pink shirt), and other PU senior staff.
The Italian Ambassador to Kenya, H.E. Roberto Natali (centre), accompanied by his wife, H.E. Natali Chiali, poses for a group photo after a courtesy call at PU Library. He was received by the University Librarian, Mr. Moses Isutsa (pink shirt), and other PU senior staff.
Moses Isutsa (University Librarian) delivering a keynote address at Vonwald School on Information Literacy and its role in Innovation, Incubation, and Entrepreneurship Hub opportunities at Pwani University and Kilifi Innovation Hub.
Moses Isutsa (University Librarian) visit Vonwald School. He was joined by Mr. Ndaa (Deputy Principal), Dr. Vonwald (School Director), Prof. Katana (BOM Chairman), and Ms. Kazungu (School Secretary).
The University Librarian, Mr. Moses Isutsa (centre) in white African attire, during PUKA Club's Knowledge Ambassadors training on e-LibraryUSA, innovation, and entrepreneurship at Virtual Library on January 28, 2025.
Training Workshop on: eLibraryUSA Training for Partner American Spaces (American Corners & Binational Centres). 26/11/2024
The University Librarian and DVC (ASA) meeting with the team before the commencement of Training Workshop on: eLibraryUSA Training for Partner American Spaces (American Corners & Binational Centres). 26/11/2024
Prof. Kahindi VC, while chairing University Management Meeting today 21-8-2024, receives with appreciation Dr. Najma Dharani invaluable donation to Pwani University Library.
Jan V of Belter Globe Forestry donates assorted forestry journals to Mr. Moses Isutsa, Head of Pwani University Library on 18 July 2024. Next to Jan is Dr. J. Jefwa (DBS)
Librarian flanked with PUBReC students, staff & invited guest during the Public Lecture on ENT & Neurology at Pwani University Library| 4/12/2024
Dr. Najma Dharani of Kenyatta University hands over 10 boxes of books to Mr. Isutsa Moses, the head of Library, 0n 17 July 2024
Knowledge Ambassadors Pwani University Club Members (KAPU) Poses for a photo after conducting the KAPU Awareness Day at the PU Library building on 8th February 2024
Mr. S. Kaonge bringing awareness to a benchmarking lot from North Coast Medical Training College on the systems and services offered by PU Library on 7/10/2021
Mr. Tom Abuto addressing first year students academic year 2023/2024 on Circulation services & Library Rules & Regulations
Mr. Moses Isutsa welcoming & introducing first year students academic year 2023/2024 to the Pwani University Modern Library
Kakoneni Girls High School students accessing the Pwani University Virtual Library Services
Kakoneni Girls High School visist to the Pwani University Library on 24th June 2022
Mr. Arnold Mwanzu, The Agakhan University Librarian (Nairobi) makes his presentation during the PUOOAJS launch 12/9/2022
Invited Guests from TUM, Lukenya, Coast Polytechnic, TTU follow keenly the launch of Pwani University Online Open Access Journal System Launch on 12/090/2022 at Pwani University
Mr. Peter Okello Ouma addressing Kakoneni Girls School Students on the Virtual Library Services
Pwani University Deans, Directors and Registrars listen attentively during the PUOOAJS lauch on 12/09/2022
Pwani University VC Prof. Rajab Launches PUOOAJS at Resource Centre on 12-9-2022. Behind Dr. G. Njoroge Chief University Librarian KU and Front Mr. B. Shiundu of Strathmore Univ. Library
Pwani University VC Prof. Rajab Centre (Front) with participants during the launch of the PUOOAJS on 12/09-2022
Kakoneni Girls School Students Browsing library Collections in the PU Modern Library
Received assorted periodical materials from. Dr. Melita Samoilys . Director CORDIO East Africa courtesy of Prof. Fulanda efforts on 21 February 2023
Mr. Saidi Kaonge and students from Moi Kadzonzo girls after being taken through PU Library current awareness services.
Mr. Saidi Kaonge posing for a photo with students from Great Vonwald senior school during their visit to the PU Library
Mrs. Everlyne Vugutsa training Kakoneni Girls High School students on Information Literacy Services in the PU Library
PU Librarian, Mr. Moses Isutsa makes his remarks during thepwani University Oline Open Access Journal System Launch on 12/09/2022
Pwani University Senior Librarian receives books from John Nene donated by Dr. Edith Miano, Pwani University and Prof. Sissi Belinda and Neil in support of Art and Design, Diploma and Degree Programmes on 13th March 2024
Wikipedia Training Team meeting with the Librarian Mr. Isutsa and PU Vice Chancellor Prof. Rajab in his office on 4/3/2022
University Librarian Mr. Isutsa addressing the Wikipedia training members on 4/3/2022
Librarian Mr. Isutsa M. received 37 books and 6 magazines from Dr. Mwanaidi Ayumba, courtesy of Dr. Maria, Association of Women Surgeons in Kenya – 8th September 2025.
Jonathan Njoroge (right) and Gabriel Odhiambo (left) from NUPEA Mombasa during a site visit for the proposed Library Corner – 23rd June 2025.
Prof. Dr. Enno Bahrs (Hohenheim University, Gernmany) team and students, visited the Library on June 13, 2025.
PU Librarian Moses Isutsa with Dr. E. Gogo (PU), P. Omollo (UoN), Sauma (RUFORUM/Namibia), and C. Bayaruhanga (Archivist, UCU).
PU Librarian Moses Isutsa with Dr. E. L. Nalumaga, University Librarian (Makerere), after a courtesy call – 19 March 2025.
Italian Ambassador H.E. Roberto Natali (centre) with H.E. Natali Chiali at PU Library, received by Librarian Moses Isutsa & senior staff.
The Italian Ambassador to Kenya, H.E. Roberto Natali (centre), accompanied by his wife, H.E. Natali Chiali, poses for a group photo after a courtesy call at PU Library. He was received by the University Librarian, Mr. Moses Isutsa (pink shirt), and other PU senior staff.
Moses Isutsa (University Librarian) delivering a keynote address at Vonwald School on Information Literacy and its role in Innovation, Incubation, and Entrepreneurship Hub opportunities at Pwani University and Kilifi Innovation Hub.
Moses Isutsa (University Librarian) visit Vonwald School. He was joined by Mr. Ndaa (Deputy Principal), Dr. Vonwald (School Director), Prof. Katana (BOM Chairman), and Ms. Kazungu (School Secretary).
The University Librarian, Mr. Moses Isutsa (centre) in white African attire, during PUKA Club's Knowledge Ambassadors training on e-LibraryUSA, innovation, and entrepreneurship at Virtual Library on January 28, 2025.
Training Workshop on: eLibraryUSA Training for Partner American Spaces (American Corners & Binational Centres). 26/11/2024
The University Librarian and DVC (ASA) meeting with the team before the commencement of Training Workshop on: eLibraryUSA Training for Partner American Spaces (American Corners & Binational Centres). 26/11/2024
Prof. Kahindi VC, while chairing University Management Meeting today 21-8-2024, receives with appreciation Dr. Najma Dharani invaluable donation to Pwani University Library.
Jan V of Belter Globe Forestry donates assorted forestry journals to Mr. Moses Isutsa, Head of Pwani University Library on 18 July 2024. Next to Jan is Dr. J. Jefwa (DBS)
Librarian flanked with PUBReC students, staff & invited guest during the Public Lecture on ENT & Neurology at Pwani University Library| 4/12/2024
Dr. Najma Dharani of Kenyatta University hands over 10 boxes of books to Mr. Isutsa Moses, the head of Library, 0n 17 July 2024
Knowledge Ambassadors Pwani University Club Members (KAPU) Poses for a photo after conducting the KAPU Awareness Day at the PU Library building on 8th February 2024
Mr. S. Kaonge bringing awareness to a benchmarking lot from North Coast Medical Training College on the systems and services offered by PU Library on 7/10/2021
Mr. Tom Abuto addressing first year students academic year 2023/2024 on Circulation services & Library Rules & Regulations
Mr. Moses Isutsa welcoming & introducing first year students academic year 2023/2024 to the Pwani University Modern Library
Kakoneni Girls High School students accessing the Pwani University Virtual Library Services
Kakoneni Girls High School visist to the Pwani University Library on 24th June 2022
Mr. Arnold Mwanzu, The Agakhan University Librarian (Nairobi) makes his presentation during the PUOOAJS launch 12/9/2022
Invited Guests from TUM, Lukenya, Coast Polytechnic, TTU follow keenly the launch of Pwani University Online Open Access Journal System Launch on 12/090/2022 at Pwani University
Mr. Peter Okello Ouma addressing Kakoneni Girls School Students on the Virtual Library Services
Pwani University Deans, Directors and Registrars listen attentively during the PUOOAJS lauch on 12/09/2022
Pwani University VC Prof. Rajab Launches PUOOAJS at Resource Centre on 12-9-2022. Behind Dr. G. Njoroge Chief University Librarian KU and Front Mr. B. Shiundu of Strathmore Univ. Library
Kakoneni Girls School Students Browsing library Collections in the PU Modern Library
Pwani University VC Prof. Rajab Centre (Front) with participants during the launch of the PUOOAJS on 12/09-2022
Mr. Saidi Kaonge and students from Moi Kadzonzo girls after being taken through PU Library current awareness services.
Mr. Saidi Kaonge posing for a photo with students from Great Vonwald senior school during their visit to the PU Library
Received assorted periodical materials from. Dr. Melita Samoilys . Director CORDIO East Africa courtesy of Prof. Fulanda efforts on 21 February 2023
Mrs. Everlyne Vugutsa training Kakoneni Girls High School students on Information Literacy Services in the PU Library
PU Librarian, Mr. Moses Isutsa makes his remarks during thepwani University Oline Open Access Journal System Launch on 12/09/2022
Pwani University Senior Librarian receives books from John Nene donated by Dr. Edith Miano, Pwani University and Prof. Sissi Belinda and Neil in support of Art and Design, Diploma and Degree Programmes on 13th March 2024
University Librarian Mr. Isutsa addressing the Wikipedia training members on 4/3/2022
Wikipedia Training Team meeting with the Librarian Mr. Isutsa and PU Vice Chancellor Prof. Rajab in his office on 4/3/2022
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Esteemed comrades welcome to the library orientation that will begin from 8/09/2025 to 12/09/2025.
CLICK TO SCAN QR/REGISTER HEREThis is a digital online archive for collecting, preserving, and disseminating digital copies of the PU Research materials.
Welcome to PU Research Repository, a digital service archive that collects, preserves, and distributes digital material. It preserves the institution's legacy; facilitates digital preservation and scholarly communication.
READ MOREThis is a digital space for collection and dissemination of past examination papers in digital format for revisions.
The past examination papers can be accessed on-campus 24/7
READ MORELogin to your account. Manage your account information, pay fines, place holds or renew materials.
You can access your library account through the OPAC, log in renew books borrowed & pay fines due, also reserve a book. Request for account details if you dont have the password
READ MOREThe library conducts scheduled Information Literacy services or up on request by the departments
The Library conducts training sessions in Information Literacy Skills for users. Such as: how to access the print and e-resources, Referencing methods using reference management tools and Academic Integrity (use of anti-plagiarism software).
READ MOREPU library gives access to both subscribed & open access electronic resources such as: ejournals and ebooks
The subscribed & open access ejournals & ebooks can be access either on-campus or off-campus 24/7 using internet or intranet
READ MOREThe Virtual Library is located in the library building second floor west wing.
The VL gives access to managed workstations for access of eresources and academic sites for research and development.
READ MOREThis is the Library's search tool used to locate books in print formats in the library shelves & collection. You can either find the Catalogue Search box on the Library's web homepage
The OPAC can be accessed on either the library's website homepage or quicklinks for quick search of books in print format
READ MOREPU Librarians provides the service either online or in person at the reference section
These services entails online enquiries and assistance also in person enquiries at the reference librarian section in the library
READ MOREPwani University Library visualizes to provide the highest quality of information and knowledge products and services to the entire university community and our esteemed stakeholders. This is achieved through continuous consultation of the University Council, University Top Management, Senate, Lecturers and Students coupled with continuous assessment of existing and emerging resources pertinent to senate approved university programmes.
The PU library staff regularly conducts user surveys to evaluate services in order to ensure efficient and effective service delivery to users.
Reference management tools allow you to store and manage the references that you gather in the course of your research project. Visit the library for research referencing tools. Web-based referencing tools are also available for free usage online 24/7.