National Automated Archival Information Retrieval System

The National Archives makes archival material

available to the public. Although actual access to archival documentation is free of charge, the public is charged for the reproduction of material for further use, on either film or paper.

Publications are also sold, and the public is charged for the transfer of data by magnetic means.

The objectives of the National Archives and Records Service of South Africa are as follows:

  • to preserve public and non-public records or documents with enduring value for use by the public and the State;
  • to make such records accessible to and promote their use by the public;
  • to ensure the proper management and care of all public records;
  • to collect non-public records with enduring value of national significance, which another institution cannot more appropriately preserve;
  • to maintain national registers of non-public records with enduring value, and to promote cooperation and coordination between institutions having custody of such records;
  • and generally, to promote the preservation and use of our national archival heritage.

Tariff policy

The National Archivist determines tariffs, considering current market rates and as per Treasury Regulations.

Find out more about the National Automated Archival Information Retrieval System (NAAIRS) or contact the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture on 012 441 3255 / 3000.

 

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