Ekurhuleni Libraries serve thousands of residents across South African communities every year. These public libraries provide vital support for reading, digital access, research, learning and community engagement. If you want to visit, study, borrow books or join programmes, this 2026 guide has the full list of Ekurhuleni Libraries and their up‑to‑date hours.

Below, you’ll find a clear library directory grouped by region (South, North, East), opening hours, contact information and useful tips. We also explain how to join, what services you can use, and answers to common questions.

Why Ekurhuleni Libraries Matter

Public libraries are more than just places with books. Ekurhuleni Libraries help communities grow by:

  • Offering free access to books and educational resources.
  • Providing study spaces with internet access and public computers.
  • Supporting literacy, career development and digital skills.
  • Hosting programmes for children, learners and adults.

Across Ekurhuleni, libraries serve as community hubs. Whether you’re a student needing internet access or a parent in search of reading programmes, libraries are here to help your learning journey.

How to Use This Guide

We’ve organised the content by region to make it easy to navigate. Each library entry includes:

  • Library name
  • Physical address
  • Telephone number
  • Opening hours for 2026

All Ekurhuleni Libraries listed operate with similar opening times, including Monday to Friday and Saturday hours (first Saturday of the month). Most locations are closed on Sundays and public holidays.

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2026 Library Hours at a Glance

Standard Hours

  • Monday – Friday: 08h00 – 16h30
  • Saturday: 08h00 – 13h00 (only on the first Saturday of each month)
  • Sundays & Public Holidays: Closed

These hours apply to most libraries in all regions unless otherwise noted.

SOUTH Region Libraries

Below is the full list of public Ekurhuleni Libraries in the southern region, including contact details and hours.

Regional Office

Ekurhuleni Southern Regional Office
Address: Cnr Queen & Cross Street, Germiston
Hours: Mon – Fri: 08h00 – 16h30 | Sat: 08h00 – 13h00 (1st Saturday) | Closed on Sundays & public holidays

South Library Locations

Alberton Library

  • Address: Civic Centre, Alwyn Taljaard Avenue, Alberton
  • Tel: 011 999 2617
  • Hours: Standard weekly hours

Boksburg Library

  • Address: Trichard Street, Boksburg
  • Tel: 011 999 5402
  • Hours: Standard weekly hours

Bracken Library

  • Address: Delphinium Street, Brackenhurst
  • Tel: 011 867 5988
  • Hours: Standard weekly hours

Dinwiddie Library

  • Address: Cnr Sunstone & Eltham Roads, Dinwiddie
  • Tel: 011 999 0277
  • Hours: Standard hours

Edenpark Library

  • Address: Ferrari Street, Edenpark
  • Tel: 011 999 2678
  • Hours: Standard hours

Elsburg Library

  • Address: Cnr Maritz & Graf Streets, Elsburg
  • Tel: 011 999 1268
  • Hours: Standard hours

Germiston Library

  • Address: Cnr Queen & Cross Streets, Germiston
  • Tel: 011 871 7666
  • Hours: Standard hours

Isaac Mokoena Library

  • Address: 312 Masakhane Street, Goba Section, Katlehong
  • Tel: 011 999 1383
  • Hours: Standard hours

Katlehong Library

  • Address: Civic Centre, 01 Masakhane Street, Katlehong
  • Tel: 011 999 1415
  • Hours: Standard hours

Leondale Library

  • Address: Blauwbok & Noreen Streets, Leondale
  • Tel: 011 999 0508
  • Hours: Standard hours

Palm Ridge Library

  • Address: Palm Ridge Road, Palm Ridge
  • Tel: 011 999 1269
  • Hours: Standard hours

Reiger Park Library

  • Address: Leon Fereira Street, Reiger Park
  • Tel: 011 999 5593
  • Hours: Standard hours

Spruitview Library

  • Address: 1442 Dr Matsipa Drive, Spruitview
  • Tel: 011 999 1257
  • Hours: Standard hours

Thokoza Library

  • Address: 7603 Moepshe Street, Thokoza
  • Tel: 011 999 2451
  • Hours: Standard hours

Vosloorus Library (Closed for refurbishment)

  • Address: M C Botha Avenue, Vosloorus
  • Tel: 011 999 5937
  • Hours: Standard (note services may be reduced)

Zonkizizwe Library

  • Address: 4748, 4749 Ext 1 Zone 6, Zonkizizwe
  • Tel: 011 999 1466
  • Hours: Standard hours

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NORTH Region Libraries

This region includes libraries in Kempton Park, Bedfordview, Thembisa and more.

North Regional Office

Address: Cnr CR Swart & Pretoria Roads, Kempton Park
Hours: Standard weekly hours

North Library Locations

Primrose Library

  • Address: Cnr Beaconsfield & Shamrock Road, Primrose
  • Tel: 011 999 0947
  • Hours: Standard

Bedfordview Library

  • Address: 3 Hawley Road, Bedfordview
  • Tel: 011 999 0083/84/85
  • Hours: Standard

Bonaero Park Library

  • Address: Aero Centre, Atlas Road, Bonaero Park
  • Tel: 011 999 3235
  • Hours: Standard

Birchleigh Library

  • Address: Olienhout Avenue, Birchleigh
  • Tel: 011 999 4124
  • Hours: Standard

Birchleigh North Library

  • Address: Coen Scholtz Centre, Mooifontein Road, Birchleigh North
  • Tel: 011 999 3754
  • Hours: Standard

Kempton Park Library

  • Address: Cnr CR Swart & Pretoria Roads, Kempton Park
  • Tel: 011 999 3739
  • Hours: Standard

Edenvale Library

  • Address: Cnr Hendrik Potgieter & Van Riebeeck Roads, Edenvale
  • Tel: 011 999 3061
  • Hours: Standard

Olifantsfontein Library

  • Address: Cnr Pearce & Mason Avenue, Olifantsfontein
  • Tel: 011 999 4878
  • Hours: Standard

Phomolong Library

  • Address: Crn Edward & Songo Drive, Phomolong
  • Tel: 011 999 4807
  • Hours: Standard

Thembisa Library

  • Address: 235 Igqagqag, George Nyanga Streets, Thembisa
  • Tel: 011 999 4407
  • Hours: Standard

Thembisa West Library

  • Address: Cnr Dan Nkabinde Drive & James Moleya Streets, Endayeni
  • Tel: 011 999 4411
  • Hours: Standard

Winnie Mandela Library

  • Address: Cnr Margeret Zuma & Solomon Mahlangu Drive
  • Tel: 011 999 4926
  • Hours: Standard

EAST Region Libraries

Serving Benoni, Brakpan, Daveyton, Nigel, Springs and surrounding communities.

East Regional Office

Address: Civic Centre, Elston Road, Benoni
Hours: Standard weekly hours

East Library Locations

Actonville Library

  • Address: Khan Crescent, Actonville
  • Tel: 011 999 6865
  • Hours: Standard

Alra Park Library

  • Address: Zebra Drive, Alra Park
  • Tel: 011 999 9077
  • Hours: Standard

Bakerton Library

  • Address: Cnr 1st Avenue & Teabush Avenue, Bakerton
  • Tel: 011 999 8826
  • Hours: Standard

Benoni Library

  • Address: Civic Centre, Elston Road, Benoni
  • Tel: 011 999 8890
  • Hours: Standard

Brakpan Library

  • Address: Civic Centre, Brakpan
  • Tel: 011 999 7748
  • Hours: Standard

Daveyton Library

  • Address: Cnr Eiselen & Mockle Streets, Daveyton
  • Tel: 011 999 6867
  • Hours: Standard

Duduza Library

  • Address: Cnr Ndudule & Nzimandi Streets, Duduza
  • Tel: 011 999 9109
  • Hours: Standard

Dunnottar Library

  • Address: Cnr Birkenruth & Rhodes Avenues, Dunnottar
  • Tel: 011 999 9118
  • Hours: Standard

Geluksdal Library

  • Address: Uittog Avenue, Geluksdal
  • Tel: 011 999 7993
  • Hours: Standard

H P Mokoka Library

  • Address: 8220 Eiselen Street, Daveyton
  • Tel: 011 999 6855
  • Hours: Standard

Jerry Moloi Library Etwatwa

  • Address: Chris Hani Drive, Etwatwa
  • Tel: 011 999 6056
  • Hours: Standard

Kwa‑Thema Library

  • Address: 7019 Nkosi Street, Kwa‑Thema
  • Tel: 011 999 8494
  • Hours: Standard

Lawrence Bongani Sibanyoni Library (Kingsway)

  • Address: Cnr Ndlovele & Isibusisu Streets, Kingsway
  • Hours: Standard

Langaville Library

  • Address: 1010 Mphande Avenue, Langaville X2
  • Hours: Standard

Nigel Library

  • Address: Cnr 5th Avenue & Hendrik Verwoerd Road, Nigel
  • Tel: 011 999 9216
  • Hours: Standard

Springs Library

  • Address: 55 5th Avenue, Springs
  • Tel: 011 999 8801
  • Hours: Standard

Tsakani Library

  • Address: Cnr Xhosa & Gubhela Streets, Tsakani
  • Tel: 011 999 8014
  • Hours: Standard

Mpho Rahab Molepo Library (Tsakani II)

  • Address: Cnr Tsakani Road & Shakwane Streets, Tsakani
  • Hours: Standard

Soncini‑Wattville Library

  • Address: Cnr Ngegebule & Dlamini Streets, Wattville
  • Hours: Standard

How to Join Ekurhuleni Libraries

Joining is simple and free.

Steps to register:

  1. Complete an application form at your chosen library.
  2. Provide proof of identity (ID, passport or driver’s licence).
  3. Show Ekurhuleni proof of residence.
  4. Provide contact details and two references.

Once registered, you can borrow books and access digital services.

Services Offered at Ekurhuleni Libraries

Ekurhuleni Libraries offer more than books. Services include:

  • Book borrowing
  • Public computers
  • Internet and Wi‑Fi access
  • ICT literacy classes
  • Early Childhood Development (ECD) programmes
  • Reading clubs & public speaking workshops
  • Study spaces
  • Printing, scanning & photocopy services (fees may apply)

Libraries also offer specialised programmes like Cisco Academy digital training and literacy support for expectant mothers.

Learn more about library services from the official City of Ekurhuleni portal:
👉 https://www.ekurhuleni.gov.za/for‑me/services/libraries/

FAQs 2026 Guide

Are Ekurhuleni Libraries free?

Yes, access is free. Auxiliary services like printing have fees.

Can I use computers at the library?

Yes, public access computers and internet are provided at most branches.

Do libraries offer children’s programmes?

Yes. Many offer reading and study support.

Ekurhuleni Libraries are essential resources for learning, literacy and community engagement. This complete 2026 guide helps you find the right branch, opening times and services available. Libraries support every age group (from toddlers to adults) with programmes that improve reading, digital skills and education.

If you’d like to share your library experience, comment below or visit your nearest library. Don’t forget to share this guide with friends who need library information in the Ekurhuleni region!

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