Somalia Launches UNESCO Workshop to Preserve Historical Archives
MOGADISHU – Somalia on Monday launched a national workshop focused on preserving the country’s historical and cultural archives under UNESCO’s Memory of the World Programme, as authorities seek to safeguard records documenting the nation’s heritage and identity. The two-day workshop was opened in Mogadishu by Information, Culture and Tourism Minister Abdifatah Qasim Mahmou
Somalia launched a national workshop in Mogadishu focused on preserving historical and cultural archives under UNESCO’s Memory of the World Programme.
What was announced
- The workshop is organized by UNESCO with support from the Japan-funded JFIT programme.
- Information, Culture and Tourism Minister Abdifatah Qasim Mahmoud emphasized the importance of protecting national memory and media archives.
- The initiative aims to digitize and preserve the archives of Radio Mogadishu as part of broader efforts to safeguard Somalia's documentary heritage.
Context
The workshop aims to safeguard records documenting Somalia's heritage and identity amidst ongoing efforts to preserve the nation's cultural history.
““Preserving the records contained in the national archives is not merely a technical task; it is a national responsibility aimed at safeguarding the identity and history of the Somali people.””
Why this matters: This initiative is crucial for preserving Somalia's cultural identity and historical records for future generations.
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MOGADISHU – Somalia on Monday launched a national workshop focused on preserving the country’s historical and cultural archives under UNESCO’s Memory of the World Programme, as authorities seek to safeguard records documenting the nation’s heritage and identity.
The two-day workshop was opened in Mogadishu by Information, Culture and Tourism Minister Abdifatah Qasim Mahmoud and brings together government officials, cultural experts and stakeholders involved in preserving Somali history, literature, arts and heritage.
The event is organized by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) with support from the Japan-funded JFIT programme.
Speaking at the opening session, UNESCO representative Lea Simonini said the initiative would help strengthen understanding of Somalia’s role in preserving historical memory and documentary heritage.
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