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ANN/THE DAILY STAR – In a historic development on December 6, UNESCO declared Bangladesh’s renowned rickshaws and the lively rickshaw art as part of the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The decision signifies a noteworthy acknowledgment of the cultural wealth woven into the nation’s everyday existence, where these tricycle marvels function […]

In the 2nd of a two-part series, we explore more of the Kavango-Zambezi TFCA, with a deep dive into its rivers, floodplains and a swim above that epic waterfall

KASANE, Botswana: A TRADITIONAL dance form of Gujarat, Garba, earned a spot on the list of United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Intangible Cultural Heritage. This inclusion aligns with the 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage, marking Garba as the 15th cultural element from India to receive this prestigious recognition.

They are Cheryl Kerema, Mwende Mbilo and Faith Njeru

In a ground-breaking move, on 6 December 2023, UNESCO announced the inclusion of Bangladesh's iconic rickshaws and the vibrant rickshaw art on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The decision marks a significant recognition of the cultural richness embedded in the daily life of our country, where these three-wheeled wonders serve as both a

More than 70 countries put forward nominations aimed at safeguarding a wide variety of diverse and unique traditions at a meeting in Botswana this week.

Becoming the Vice Chair of one of the key specialised committees of the UNESCO affirms Việt Nam’s position and reputation in the world arena, showing the support and confidence of the international community in Việt Nam’s ability to make contributions and management capacity at the UNESCO

New Delhi, Dec 9 : In a vibrant display of cultural pride, the Indian-American community lit up Times Square in New York City, with the rhythmic beats of garba, celebrating its inclusion in UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. On Thursday evening, diaspora members from across the New York tri-state area

In the second of a two-part series, The Kavango and Zambezi river basins offer a world of wonder that's yours to uncover on its rivers, floodplains and at the edge of its world-famous waterfall

Two impeccable students from teh University of Naiorbi, Cherly Kerema, and Mwende Mbilo bagged awards at the 14th award ceremony in Kasane, Botswana.