The ongoing crisis in Sudan has endangered its rich cultural heritage – tangible and intangible. The traditional knowledge, practices and cultural expressions which underpin the cultural diversity of the people of Sudan is in need of urgent safeguarding. The Capacity Building Workshop on Safeguarding Sudan’s Living Heritage commenced in Cairo on 29 July 2023. This Workshop is organised in cooperation with the Sudanese National Council for Cultural Heritage and Promotion of National Languages Council for ICH and National Language and in partnership with the Cairo Governorate and the UNESCO Offices in Khartoum and Cairo.
UNESCO Cairo accompanies building capacity for safeguarding Sudan’s living heritage
UNESCO, 30 July 2023 , Sudan
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