The library was partially reopened in March after a five-year closure because of the Covid-19 pandemic and structural disrepair

The library was closed in 2020 during the Covid-19 pandemic and remained closed for critical repairs

The closure of the city’s biggest library is a loss to the public, and some of the other libraries are also battling to keep the culture of books alive

The city still needs to ensure the building is fire compliant before it can open its doors to the public

The library closed its doors in March 2020 with the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, and remained shut over ‘structural issues’

The newly refurbished Johannesburg City library aims to re-establish the historic building’s reputation as the "heart of the city".

The Johannesburg City Library reopened its doors following a R68-million facelift. The M&G attended the opening to speak to those involved.