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The Namibia Library and Archives Service (NLAS) act as a central agency for the implementation of National and International standards relating to Library and Information work. Its purpose is to secure equal access to knowledge and information for lifelong learning by creating and maintaining professional expertise and nationwide network of libraries/information centers. The National Archives of Namibia (NAN) maintains the institutional memory of government ministries, offices and agencies; collects and preserves the nation ’s history and unpublished documentary heritage; and supports education and research by providing access to these resources. NAN is also mandated to supervise and provide training in records management in all Government offices, Ministries and Agencies as well as parastatals.
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- National Archives of Namibia (Subject)