Minister of Information launches National Workshop on UNESCO’s Memory of the World Programme
Mogadishu, (SONNA) – The Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Abdulfatah Kasim Mohamud, today officially inaugurated the National Workshop on UNESCO’s Memory of the World Programme, which focuses on the preservation and safeguarding of Somalia’s historical heritage. The workshop was organized by UNESCO in partnership with the JFIT […]
The Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism of Somalia, H.E. Abdulfatah Kasim Mohamud, inaugurated the National Workshop on UNESCO’s Memory of the World Programme aimed at preserving Somalia’s historical heritage.
What was announced
- The workshop was organized by UNESCO in partnership with the JFIT Programme, funded by the Government of Japan.
- Lea Simonini emphasized the importance of the programme in strengthening Somalia’s role in preserving historical memory.
- The Minister highlighted the urgent need to protect the Radio Mogadishu Archive as part of preserving Somali identity and history.
Context
The workshop addresses the need for safeguarding Somalia's historical materials and collective memory.
““Safeguarding the historical materials contained in our national archives is not merely a technical exercise; it is a national responsibility aimed at protecting the identity and history of the Somali people.””
Why this matters: This initiative is crucial for preserving Somalia's cultural heritage and identity, which is significant for national pride and historical continuity.
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Mogadishu, (SONNA) – The Minister of Information, Culture and Tourism of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Abdulfatah Kasim Mohamud, today officially inaugurated the National Workshop on UNESCO’s Memory of the World Programme, which focuses on the preservation and safeguarding of Somalia’s historical heritage.
The workshop was organized by UNESCO in partnership with the JFIT Programme, funded by the Government of Japan. It brought together representatives from government institutions and stakeholders working in the fields of history, culture, arts, literature, and Somali heritage preservation.
Lea Simonini, representing UNESCO, emphasized the importance of the programme in strengthening Somalia’s role in preserving historical memory.
“The Memory of the World Programme is an initiative dedicated to safeguarding the history of peoples and nations across the world. For the first time in Somalia, we are organizing this workshop to enable experts and stakeholders to exchange knowledge on the importance of preserving history, culture, and heritage, while strengthening national-level engagement and establishing a committee to support this effort. The workshop also highlights the importance of protecting and preserving the historic audio archive of Radio Mogadishu,” said Lea Simonini.
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