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UNESCO Liaison Office in Addis Ababa - building peace via Education, Sciences, Culture and Communication & Information

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Celebrating Russian Language Day. The Russian language has made profound contributions to world civilization through the enduring works of Pushkin, Tolstoy, Dostoevsky, and Chekhov whose ideas, stories, and insights continue to inspire readers. @ECA_OFFICIAL @RusEmbEthiopia

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Strengthening Ethiopia’s #MemoryOfTheWorld Committee. A successful two-day workshop by EALS & @UNESCO_Addis focused on institutionalization and empowering the National MoW team.

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Celebrating #AfroColombianDay with @AUC_CIDO. High-Level Africa-CELAC Dialogue on Diaspora Cooperation, Memory, Justice, and Cultural Diplomacy. Honor the contribution of Afro-descendants of South America, to #Africa's culture, history, education and development.#Emb.Colombia

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Building climate-resilient education systems 🇪🇹
@UNESCO_Addis brought together researchers and @fdremoe to advance inclusive and gender-responsive education for pastoralist communities; under CSESI Program. #ClimateEducation #EducationForAllThe

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🇪🇹 advances its AI journey. @UNESCO_Addis @EthiopianAII validated the AI Readiness Assessment report, highlighting strengths in policy, infrastructure & innovation, with opportunities in regulation and digital inclusion. Building an ethical AI future for all.

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🌐 @UNESCO_Addis is proud to support the first-ever Universal Acceptance Day celebration in #Ethiopia 🇪🇹 with @ICANN and @aastu_addis.
#UniversalAcceptance helps build a multilingual and inclusive internet where everyone can fully participate online.

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Insightful discussions with Jelena Guduric, Chief , Rule of Law Unit @UN, on advancing freedom of expression and strengthening the safety of journalists. Sustained collaboration remains essential to supporting free, independent, and pluralistic media worldwide.

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Engaging discussion with @mamakeita_mama @ECA_OFFICIAL on African Creative Future Forum on AI & Creative Industries. Funded by @EU_Commission through @UNESCO #RAM, the forum explores how AI and creative industries can accelerate Africa’s economic growth and youth development

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Ahead of #WPFD2026 in Lusaka, inaugural meeting of the AU Group of Friends on the Safety of Journalists convened in Addis Ababa with Amb.@EwumbueMonono. Important milestone in to strengthen journalists’ safety, press freedom, and an enabling environment for independent media.

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Ethiopia marked #WorldPressFreedomDay 2026, reaffirming the vital role of a free, independent, and professional media in advancing peace, democracy, and informed public dialogue. Organized by @UNESCO_Addis, @IMSforfreemedia, and @CEHRO1.

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@UNESCO_Addis officially launched the “Building a Culture of Resilience in Africa and SIDS through Innovation” (BRIDGE-Africa) Initiative, with support from @JapanEthiopia.The initiative aims to strengthen climate resilience through innovation and collaboration #SloveniaET

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@UNESCO_Addis @OHCHREAMCO & @CEHRO1 brought journalists together for a workshop focused on human rights, information integrity, and responsible reporting; strengthening the voices that keep the public informed.

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On International Jazz Day, @UNESCO_Addis & @BelgiumAddis celebrate music as a universal language, uniting cultures, inspiring dialogue, and promoting peace. Together with @EUinEthiopia, @SwissAddisAbaba, we empower youth and foster peaceful coexistence through the spirit of jazz

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Launch of the report “Investing in Women in Science: The Economic Impact of Public Funding in Africa.” Exploring how strategic investment drives growth, innovation, and inclusion. @Amb_Mulamula @unwomenAU

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Honored to have @UNESCO_Addis today at our library for the launch of "Investing in Women in Science" — a timely call to support opportunity, innovation, and inclusion in science🔎 #WomenInScience #UNESCO

Nous sommes honorées d'avoir aujourd'hui l'UNESCO à Addis-Abeba dans notre bibliothèque pour le lancement de « Investir dans les femmes et les sciences » – un appel opportun à soutenir l'égalité des chances, l'innovation et l'inclusion dans les sciences 🔎 #FemmesEnScience #UNESCO

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“As we approach 2030, Africa's potential is immense. We must prioritize STI to bridge gaps in water, energy & industry. Investing in our youth & supporting research is crucial for sustainable development” - Director Rita Bissoonauth, UNESCO, Addis Ababa.
#ARFSD12 #ARSTIF8

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“Transformation in Africa requires coherent policies & strong partnerships. W/ the STISA2034 framework, we can align national STI policies to drive #industrialization & #innovation. Make science accessible, inclusive & impactful” – Director Rita Bissoonauth, UNESCO, Addis Ababa.

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“AI offers tremendous opportunities for Africa, yet we must approach it thoughtfully. The African Continental AI Strategy emphasizes build'g local research capacity & ensur'g ethical use of AI that serves us all” - Director Rita Bissoonauth, UNESCO, Addis Ababa.
#ARFSD12 #ARSTIF8

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The theme of the 8th #ARSTIF reflects both urgency and opportunity. The question is no longer whether Africa needs science and innovation, but how we invest in, govern, and coordinate them to deliver impact at scale.
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@ECA_OFFICIAL is convening the 8th African Regional Science, Technology & Innovation Forum on 26–27 April 2026.
Leaders, experts & innovators will discuss how AI, digital innovation, science & technology can accelerate the #SDGs and #Agenda2063.
More 👉 https://t.co/2h4PM953W3