The Library and Information Association of South Africa (LIASA) is a professional non-profit organisation uniting and representing all institutions and people working in libraries and information services in South Africa. The 11th LIASA Annual Conference for 2009 took place at the Bloemfontein Campus of the Central University of Technology, Free State from 28 September until 2 October. Z2A Events together with the conference committee hosted an estimate of 720 librarians, with a strong contingent from Africa and some other international delegates. A number of invited speakers from various African and European countries attended the conference. For the general participant it offered a mixture of opening sessions, plenary sessions, a large exhibition and cultural events. It also provided the opportunity for library visits and tours of the host city.
The theme, 'On the move', was incorporated in all the activities including the Scientific presentations, refreshments and meals, the utilisation of the venues, the social programme and networking and even in the conference bag. Delegates enjoyed the conference thoroughly and the attention to detail combined with efficiency and friendliness made it one of the most memorable conferences to date. The Z2A team is grateful for the opportunity granted to them to assist in organising the event and take pride in the commitment of their team members.
