
UNESCO Eastern Africa
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UNESCO Regional Office for Eastern Africa. #Education #Sciences #Culture #Communication #Information #Ocean
Nairobi, Kenya
Joined August 2017
Kenya’s Lake System is home to extraordinary biodiversity, including the iconic flamingos. A UNESCO–Netherlands Funds-in-Trust initiative has strengthened science-based conservation and community action to safeguard this fragile ecosystem. Read more 👉 https://t.co/xqloiBOFiQ
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What began in January 2025 as a bold effort to protect one of Kenya’s most treasured natural landscapes culminated on 8 October 2025 in a milestone event in Nairobi. The closing ceremony of the
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The Validation Workshop for the Kilimanjaro Transboundary Aquifer System (KTAS) Project has concluded in Nairobi. Over two days, government reps, experts & stakeholders reviewed and endorsed the project design to sustainably manage shared groundwater resources between Ke & TZ
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This is more than just four quarters. It’s every tailgate, every chant, every moment. It’s fuel that goes beyond the field. This is CELSIUS! LIVE. FIT. GO.
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Discover @UNESCO’s Virtual Museum of Stolen Cultural Objects! Conceived by @fuergando, this pioneering museum unveiled at #MONDIACULT2025 uses virtual reality to reconnect us with stolen treasures. Join us to restore access to our shared history: https://t.co/OMDHBy3qxM
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Across campuses in #Kenya, silence is turning into strength & stigma into support. Through @unesco’s O3 PLUS (w/ @swissdevcoop @sidasweden & Norway), wellness centres are helping students seek help & rediscover hope. 👉 https://t.co/1T26cZRveF
#O3PLUS #WorldMentalHealthDay
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Enroll in a first-of-its-kind MOOC on AI & Digital Transformation in Government Eligibility: Job Grade: JG N / CG 8+ Bachelor’s degree or higher In ICT, Policy, Data or Service Delivery Visionary + leadership experience 👉 Register now: https://t.co/s4fIWC0c8W
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Tech-facilitated gender-based violence is on the rise. At a high-level roundtable, @UNESCO, FeCoMo & @TikTokSafety joined civil society, media & policymakers to push for safer online spaces. 🔗 Read more: https://t.co/XkDGOiOUjz
#UNESCO #FeCoMo #TikTok #SocialMedia4Peace
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Your voice matters in times of crisis. 🌍 Crises are reshaping how info flows beyond TV & radio, digital platforms & AI now drive responses. 🗓️ Deadline: 24 Oct 2025 👉 https://t.co/a0C9PYfBQb Join #UNESCO to shape global digital governance. #DigitalGovernance #PolicySurvey
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Khaled El-Enany nominated by @UNESCO’s Executive Board for the post of Director-General of the Organization. This nomination will be put to a vote by all UNESCO Member States on 6 November during the General Conference, to be held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. More:
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Kenya’s civil servants (JG N / CG 8 & above) can now enroll in the MOOC on AI & Digital Transformation in Government — by @UNESCO, @UniofOxford & @KSGKenya 🇰🇪 ✅ Lead digital transformation ✅ Safeguard data ✅ Deliver inclusive services 👉 Join: https://t.co/s4fIWC0c8W
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Episode 15 of The Meebits Podcast with @Blondie23lmd, founder and CEO of @whitewallsapp, is live. From her unique entry into web3 to becoming one of the most beloved collectors, Blondie shares how art, community, and perspective have guided her through each new chapter.
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Louise Haxthausen, regional director, UNESCO: The shortage of qualified teachers globally remains at an alarming level. Nearly additional 44 million teachers must be recruited to ensure universal access to education. #WorldTeachersDay2025 @TSC_KE
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UNESCO joined other stakeholders to celebrate #WorldTeachersDay2025 under the theme “Recasting Teaching as a Collaborative Profession.” #UNESCO urges stronger policies that value collaboration & shared expertise.
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We joined the UN Youth Joint Programme inception meeting (29–30 Sept) with @UnescoEast, @UNFPAKenya & key partners to advance youth employability, innovation & civic engagement. Together, we’re building an inclusive, green & digital future for all youth. 🌍 #UnescoYouthKe
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Last week, we gathered for the UN Joint Programme on Youth Skills, Employability & Civic Engagement, uniting UN agencies, govt, CSOs & youth leaders to ask: Are we training for real jobs? How do we ensure inclusion? #YouthEmpowerment #YouthSkills
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When we started this journey, we had no idea where it was going to take us. We poured our heart and soul into this book for the sole reason of making a positive impact on humanity. Today, we are excited to announce that we have sold 50,000 copies since launch! Thank you from
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Happy #WorldTeachersDay!👩🏫 Teaching is collaboration. From co-teaching to integrated partnerships, when teachers learn & work together, they amplify impact. See how UNESCO is paving the way: https://t.co/GTGaSBCAAx
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Qualifications aren’t enough. Without proper training & collaboration, teachers can’t fully unlock their potential. Learn more on UNESCO's actions to close the training gap & strengthen the profession: https://t.co/bzRFa9hFc4
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The #AI Tools Radar offers 200+ expert-curated AI tools, learning resources, openness, accessibility & human rights, new tools 🌍From UNESCO’s 2021 Recommendation on the Ethics of AI, this helps institutions harness AI responsibly. 🔗 Explore here:
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AI is transforming governance, justice & media but many institutions still lack access, resources & clarity on using it responsibly. That’s why #UNESCO & @ircai_unesco launched the AI Tools Radar: a global, multilingual hub for ethical, practical #AI in the public sector.
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"Monet and Venice" Exhibition at the Brooklyn Museum: Venetian Masterpieces and a Sensory Immersion in New York
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Collaboration changes teaching. It boosts quality, nurtures creativity & retains teachers. Education needs teachers & teachers need each other: https://t.co/GTGaSBCAAx
#WorldTeachersDay
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Today, Governor @gahundemaurice launched a consultation workshop focused on building stakeholders' capacity to better understand the @GlobalGeoparks concept and assess the feasibility of registering Musanze Caves, Twin Lakes Burera & Ruhondo, and the Rugezi Wetland as a Geopark.
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🚨 We are hiring! 📌 Vacancy: Programme Assistant (Service Contract, G6) 📍 Nairobi, Kenya | Natural Sciences Sector 📝 Deadline: 30 Oct 2025 Join UNESCO in advancing science, innovation & sustainability across Eastern Africa 🌍✨ 👉 Apply here: https://t.co/cHlurqVDpn
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