Guterres demands better protection for journalists on environment beat
  • Author: UN News
  • Date: 2024-05-04 21:59:09

Guterres demands better protection for journalists on environment beat

The report found that journalists and news outlets reporting on environmental issues dealt with about 750 attacks in the past 15 years, the Secretary-General said.

Unesco warns teacher shortage could cripple the education sector in Kenya
  • Author: Lucy Mumbi
  • Date: 2024-04-05 09:01:12

Unesco warns teacher shortage could cripple the education sector in Kenya

Projections indicated a significant need for secondary school teachers worldwide, with 31 million required, compared to 13 million for primary education.

State, Kilifi County urged to prioritise fencing of all Kaya forests
  • Author: Farhiya Hussein
  • Date: 2024-03-17 10:35:03

State, Kilifi County urged to prioritise fencing of all Kaya forests

The Coast Regional Director for UNESCO, Julius Mwahunga warned that the destruction of these sacred forests could significantly harm the country's reputation internationally regarding climate change and environmental conservation.

Iftar added to UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage
  • Author: Issa Hussein
  • Date: 2024-03-01 22:17:34

Iftar added to UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage

The application for consideration was jointly submitted by Iran, Turkey, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan to UNESCO.

World Radio Day: Innovation, collaboration key to survival - media players
  • Author: Apollo Ochieng
  • Date: 2024-02-13 13:04:39

World Radio Day: Innovation, collaboration key to survival - media players

MCK Chief Executive Officer David Omwoyo says sustainability remains the biggest issue of concern to many radio stations, especially in the wake of stiff competing from alternatives based on technological advancements. 

Unesco listing brings new shine to North African metal art
  • Author: Agency
  • Date: 2023-12-25 10:00:31

Unesco listing brings new shine to North African metal art

The long-standing tradition, which has been practised across North Africa and the Middle East for centuries, was added last month to Unesco's intangible heritage list.