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Underground Library

Not just a library, it’s a revolution
Article
/ 7 May 2015

Not just a library, it’s a revolution

Touched by the passion of the Mohlakeng youths who started the Underground Library, Randfontein mayor Mzi Khumalo has donated land for new premises.

By Thuletho Zwane
Mohlakeng’s underground library keeps on growing
Article
/ 7 May 2015

Mohlakeng’s underground library keeps on growing

It started with an appeal for books after protesters razed municipal facilities and now has an office, storage space and a vegetable garden.

By Thuletho Zwane
Anything is possible at the Underground Library
Article
/ 16 April 2015

Anything is possible at the Underground Library

Conquering learning disabilities and shyness, the library in Mohlakeng on Johannesburg’s West Rand makes magic happen for children.

By Thuletho Zwane
Township library opens hearts
Article
/ 12 March 2015

Township library opens hearts

Support for the underground library arts and reading project has gone viral, with readers donating thousands of books, infrastructure and a website.

By Thuletho Zwane
Underground Library: Meet the team
Article
/ 2 March 2015

Underground Library: Meet the team

The M&G is supporting the Underground Library, an initiative started by the Mohlakeng Youth Movement (MYM). Here are the faces of the cause.

By Thuletho Zwane
Underground library needs support
Article
/ 27 February 2015

Underground library needs support

Here’s a story about a few youths and some books. And here’s how you can help their dream become a reality.

By Thuletho Zwane

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