NISC was established in 1995 to address the African need for indigenous information. NISC has offices in the United States, India and South Africa and publishes over 70 world information databases as a variety of specialist journals and books available in print, online and on DVD. NISC South Africa aims to serve the public interest, develop African research via powerful, user-friendly technology, and provide local and global information for Africa, about Africa and by Africans. The website offers information about subscription options.