China is advancing the protection of the Great Wall with an innovative combination of artificial intelligence and biological conservation, as experts deploy smart inspection robots and algae-based techniques to preserve the historic structure. This is reported by China Daily, a partner of TV BRICS. At the Shanhaiguan Pass in Qinhuangdao, Hebei Province, a four-legged robot equipped with high-definition cameras, lidar, and smart sensors is now being used to assess the structural integrity of the wall. This robotic system can detect…

Mozambican President Daniel Francisco Chapo has expressed pride and a deep sense of responsibility following the inclusion of Maputo National Park on the UNESCO World Heritage List, calling the recognition a “historic milestone” for the country. In an official statement, President Chapo praised the inscription by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), highlighting it as a collective achievement and a testament to the resilience, strategic vision, and commitment of conservation professionals, local communities, civil society, and international…

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has officially inscribed Mozambique’s Maputo National Park as a World Heritage Site. The decision was announced on Sunday during the 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, currently taking place in Paris. According to the organisation, Maputo National Park encompasses terrestrial, coastal and marine ecosystems and is home to nearly 5,000 species. The site, UNESCO notes, “complements the conservation values of iSimangaliso (the adjacent South African park), enhancing biodiversity protection…

The Spring Festival is the largest and most important festival in China and among Chinese communities worldwide. Having experienced the festival for six years in China, I have developed a deep appreciation for its cultural, social, and economic significance. This celebration embodies essential themes such as family reunion, wishing for good fortune and well-being, social harmony, and preserving cultural heritage. In recognition of its importance, UNESCO added the Spring Festival to the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of…

The Spring Festival is the most cherished occasion in China when people gather with their families to celebrate the traditional New Year. A “special gift” this year has given them an additional reason to celebrate.  On 4 December 2024, the Spring Festival was inscribed onto the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.  The decision was made during the 19th session of the Intergovernmental Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage, held in Paraguay…

In recent years, China has placed increasing emphasis on the protection of cultural heritage. In July 2024, Beijing’s Central Axis was officially inscribed on the World Heritage List, and on 4 December 2024, the Spring Festival was added to the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List. Public awareness of the importance of preserving historical sites and promoting the inheritance and celebration of Chinese civilisation has also grown significantly.  On this occasion, ChinAfrica talked to Khaled Ahmed El-Enany, UN tourism ambassador for cultural…

Iran is intensifying its efforts to protect and promote its cultural heritage and tourism sector to achieve top-tier recognition from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), according to Reza Salehi Amiri, Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts. This is reported by Iran Press News Agency, a partner of TV BRICS. Minister Salehi Amiri articulated a vision for the future, revealing that Iran is developing comprehensive five-year and twenty-year plans dedicated to elevating its tourism industry. Under…

The following are the top 10 world news events in the year of 2024 selected by Xinhua: China’s head-of-state diplomacy opens new chapter In 2024, Chinese President Xi Jinping attended three major diplomatic events at home: the Conference Marking the 70th Anniversary of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence, the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum, and the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation. He made four important visits abroad — to Europe, Central Asia, and Latin America, attended a…

Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang said Friday that China is ready to join hands with Africa and UNESCO to advance education cooperation and cultural exchanges. Ding, also a member of the Standing Committee of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks at the opening ceremony of a China-Africa-UNESCO dialogue on education and cultural heritage protection held in Beijing. Joint efforts will be made to advance digital education exchanges and cooperation, empower youth employment…

Ethiopia is a viable investment option for those in the tourism industry, according to the Ethiopian Investment Commission. This was reported by ENA. According to the commission, Ethiopia provides investment prospects in the development of specific locations as well as in the building of tourism infrastructure, such as hotels and resorts, conference centres, duty-free centres, cultural villages, and centres. According to the source, the nation boasts the largest number of UNESCO World Heritage sites in Africa, with nine to be…