Lindani Sikhakhane is a dynamic and forward-thinking librarian based at Randburg Library,
celebrated for his passion for innovation, pioneering ideas, and creative solutions within the realm of city libraries. In recognition of his groundbreaking work, Lindani was awarded the City of Johannesburg Employee Innovation Award (2023) and received further accolades in the “Innovation in Operation” category for leading the development and implementation of an intelligent resource management app within the City’s municipal departments.
Lindani has built a diverse professional background in the Library and Information Services sector. He previously served as a Trainee Librarian at the National Library of South Africa (NLSA) and as a Research Librarian at the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC). Originally from
Nkandla, KwaZulu-Natal, he holds an Honours degree in Library and Information Science from the University of Zululand and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in the same field.
Beyond his professional role, Lindani is actively involved in national LIS leadership and advocacy. He serves on the extended Marketing Committee of the Library and Information Association of South Africa (LIASA) and is the Acting Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the South African
Information Services Union (SAISU).