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OCLC Describes the Middle Eastern Libraries That Have Selected Its WorldShare Management Services

• The American University of Kurdistan (AUK) [is] located in the Kurdistan region of Iraq. As an American institution, their education program offerings follow the American structure of higher education degrees. AUK’s library collection includes more than 40,000 print books and 500,000 e-books. …
• The Africa Institute Library - Global Studies University, based in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, [is] an interdisciplinary research institute specializing in Africa and the African diaspora in the humanities and social sciences. The library offers a rich and diverse collection of physical resources including 4,500 print books and journals, 1,000 print archival materials, and the distinguished Tejumola Collection. As for the digital collection, the library provides access to over 40,000 e-books and a wide array of manuscripts, among other materials. …
• Located in the Kurdistan region of Iraq … , the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) offers a wide range of programs in various fields. Their efforts are focused on pursuing excellence in teaching and research, contributing to the development of Kurdistan. UKH’s library is dedicated to serving its community, as well as residents of Kurdistan and the international community interested in Kurdistan’s affairs.

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