List of libraries in Kenya
National and public libraries
The National Library and the public libraries are both the functions of Kenya National Library Service which is mandated by the law under Cap 225 of the Laws of Kenya, April 1965. Currently there is one National Library which is located at Community-Upper Hill, Nairobi. There are 64 public libraries spread in different parts of the country. In addition, some of the county government have libraries under them which are either operational or nonoperational. Nairobi county has four libraries located at Kayole, Makadara, Dagoretti and McMillan Memorial Library at the Nairobi Central Business District.Kenya National Library Service has a total of 64 branches spread in different parts of the country. The libraries offer varied services depending on location and mode of establishment.
Community libraries
Community libraries have been established through the support of donors, individuals and institutions within the country as a way of empowering disadvantaged communities, promoting increased literacy levels and as a way of promoting a reading culture within the country. Some of these libraries are:- Mathare Youth Sports Association Libraries – has two branches
- Busia Community Library
- Akili Community Libraries
- Container Libraries in Kenya
- Sidarec Community Library
- Kigima Resource Centre
- Elangata Wuas Resource Centre
- Hosanna B&K Library,.
- Karen Roses Joint Body Resource Centre
- Micato-Amshare Library and Resource Centre – offers free services to the community