COP29 to Feature Thematic Day on Climate Change and Tourism for the First Time

Tourism’s place in global climate action will be center stage on 20 November at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, as part of the COP29 Presidential Initiatives. This achievement was welcomed by […]
Transformational role of Artificial Intelligence Highlighted at UN Tourism/WTTC Ministerial Summit in London

The World Travel Market Ministers Summit, in collaboration with UN Tourism and the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), returned to focus on the growing importance of Artificial Intelligence for […]
Empowering Women in Tourism to Expand Africa’s Growth Potential

Tourism in Africa is thriving, propelled by its rich cultures, unique landscapes, and the warm hospitality of its people. Yet behind every thriving tourism destination, there are women—many of whom […]
Freetown Hosts Landmark Regional Conference to Champion Women’s Role in Africa’s Tourism Industry

In Freetown, Sierra Leone, the Women in Tourism Regional Conference gathered key leaders, advocates, and industry professionals to empower women and address gender disparities in Africa’s tourism and cultural sectors. […]
Women in Tourism Congress in Freetown drives innovation and financial inclusion for gender equality

The Women in Tourism Regional Congress recently took place in Freetown, successfully gathering leaders, policymakers and tourism stakeholders to strategize on advancing gender equality within the industry. Under the theme […]
Sierra Leone and UN Tourism join forces to host Women in Tourism Regional Congress

The Ministry of Tourism and Cultural Affairs of the Republic of Sierra Leone, in collaboration with UN Tourism, proudly announces the Women in Tourism Regional Congress, a pivotal three-day event […]
DR Congo’s Tourism Minister Leads a Delegation on a Working Visit to UN Tourism Headquarters

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) Minister of Tourism, Didier M’pambia Musanga has led a high-level delegation to the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UN Tourism) headquarters in Madrid, Spain. […]
Sierra Leone gears up for Women in Tourism Regional Congress

WEST African nation, Sierra Leone, will host the UN Women in Tourism Africa Regional Congress in Freetown from October 29-31, 2024, under the theme “Beyond Empowerment to Education, Innovation, and […]
Statistics, Sustainability and Governance: UN Tourism Hosts Week of Meetings to celebrate Milestones and Strategize on Way Forward

UN Tourism has concluded a week of multi-stakeholder meetings as it further establishes its leadership in the global statistics and knowledge management space. With the global tourism sector shifting towards […]