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2 months ago | unesco.org

The AIM Program ensures that citizens in Uzbekistan can access the information needed to hold the government accountable.

Jan 20, 2025 | unesco.org

The 2024 Annual Meeting of the UNESCO-China Funds-in-Trust (CFIT III) project successfully took place during the UNESCO Forum on Higher Education in Africa: A Driver for Sustainable Development, held from 10-11 December in Nairobi, Kenya.

Jan 13, 2025 | unesco.org | Audrey Azoulay

I condemn the killing of Markenzy Nathoux and Jimmy Jean. Journalists play a vital role in informing the public and must be protected. I call upon the authorities to ensure these crimes are investigated and prosecuted. Audrey AzoulayUNESCO Director-GeneralMarkenzy Nathoux worked for Voice of America in Haiti, while Jimmy Jean worked with online outlet Moun Afe Bon.

Jan 8, 2025 | unesco.org | Audrey Azoulay

I condemn the killing of journalist Mohammed Qaed Al-Maqri and call for the perpetrators to be held accountable for his death. Journalists reporting from conflict areas play an essential role in informing the world, at great risk to their lives. Their safety must be ensured by all parties in accordance with international law. Audrey AzoulayUNESCO Director-GeneralMohammed Qaed Al-Maqri was a correspondent for the TV channel Yemen Today.

Jan 7, 2025 | unesco.org | Audrey Azoulay

I condemn the killing of Malik Zafar Iqbal Naich. Protection of journalists is essential for populations to continue receiving critical information for daily decision making. I call for a thorough investigation to ensure that the perpetrators are brought to justice. Audrey AzoulayUNESCO Director-GeneralMalik Zafar Iqbal Naich was a reporter for Daily Khabrain newspaper. He was shot dead by unidentified assailants while distributing newspapers in Rahim Yar Khan city.