Between 2021 and 2023, Kenya faced its worst drought in 40 years. In Turkana County alone, more than 200,000 pastoralists abandoned their way of life. Lake Turkana, the world’s largest permanent desert lake and a UNESCO World Heritage site, offers hope. It produced 17,300 metric tonnes of fish in recent years, and could produce considerably more. The World Food Programme (WFP) and UNESCO, in collaboration with the Marsabit and Turkana County Governments, are launching a new programme to sustainably unlock the lake's economic potential for those living along its shores.
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Deborah Papannah, a 27-year-old visual arts student, is pursuing a career in restoration to preserve her country's colonial buildings and artifacts, empowered by training from programme.
Every year, and a million seabirds, but the is developing innovative, low-cost technologies to tackle plastic pollution at its source, aiming to prevent further environmental damage.
Research has found plastic waste makes up , and microplastics were found in every marine turtle, over half of all whales, and a third of seals.
with human activity starts by bringing together scientists, policymakers, and communities to sustainably share the sea.
Against all odds, fragile coral species in Tatakoto are thriving in extreme heat, offering new hope for reef resilience in a warming world.
Once again, it's time to swing into another edition of International Jazz Day (30 April). The 2025 observance is hosted by the city of Abu Dhabi and takes place in over 190 countries. The annual All-Star Global Concert features jazz legend Herbie Hancock, with Oscar-winning actor Jeremy Irons as the host. This exciting event is broadcast to millions of viewers worldwide through , , and . encourages schools, universities, and organizations to participate in the celebrations, with various activities and media featuring jazz music happening .
On the 2025 International Day of Women and Girls in Science, UNESCO encouraged global participation, inspiring girls to for a brighter future.
Join in celebrating linguistic diversity with the launch of the Hawaiian edition of , supporting the .
After and devastated Acapulco, UNESCO organized workshops to rebuild communities through culture and empathy, while preserving the city's rich Afro-descendant heritage.
Over half of our planet lies in the ocean's depths, a vast and mysterious world that remains largely unexplored. As part of the #OceanDecade, scientists worldwide are accelerating efforts to , crucial for its protection and sustainability.
report provides guidance on implementing multilingual education policies to overcome language barriers and support inclusive education for all learners.
The for women in science awardees, including Dr. Anyanee Kamkaew, Dr. Pongkarn Chakthranont, and Dr. Waleeporn Donphai, , advocating for support networks to empower more women in science.
On's 25th anniversary, UNESCO and Ka Haka ‘Ula O Ke’elikÅlani College celebrate Hawaiian language revitalization, highlighting the "" project’s cultural and educational impact.
‘Close your eyes and imagine that an astronaut walks into our hall. Who do you see: a man or a woman?’ UNESCO’s seminar highlighted gender biases in science, discussing the underrepresentation of women in pursuing scientific careers.
Languages play a vital role in education and sustainable development, facilitating knowledge transfer and cultural preservation. With around 8,324 languages worldwide, many are endangered due to globalization. The 25th anniversary of International Mother Language Day (21 February) highlights ongoing efforts to preserve linguistic diversity and promote mother tongues, emphasizing their importance in safeguarding cultural heritage. Established by this day promotes inclusive societies and supports the preservation of non-dominant languages, ensuring equitable access to education for all.