The Asian Library in Urbana, IL boasts an exceptional Africana collection, considered among the finest globally, with a commitment to acquiring Africa-related materials since 1969. The collection covers all African countries, featuring materials in over 80 languages, including Swahili, Arabic, and Amharic.
With more than 245,000 printed volumes, 46,000 maps, and 800 films, the library's interdisciplinary collection focuses on humanities, social sciences, human rights, law, and agriculture. The Africana materials are distributed throughout the system, with a significant portion located at the International and Area Studies Library.
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