Shaikha Al Nowais Nominated as First Woman Secretary-General of UN Tourism as Executive Council Builds on Strong Legacy
The UN Tourism Executive Council has met again for a milestone session to build on the legacy of the last eight years. Meeting for its 123rd session, the Council assessed […]
Shaikha Al Nowais elected as UN Tourism Secretary-General, becoming first woman to lead the organisation
In a groundbreaking election, the Executive Council of UN Tourism has selected Shaikha Al Nowais of the United Arab Emirates as the next Secretary-General, marking a historic moment for both […]
Nigeria readies for 68th UN Tourism CAF Meeting to shape Africa’s tourism future
The Federal Republic of Nigeria is gearing up to host one of the continent’s most significant tourism gatherings — the 68th Meeting of the UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa […]
SA Ambassador to Spain Presents Credentials to UN Tourism Head
The Secretary-General of UN Tourism (World Tourism Organization), H.E Zurab Pololikashvili, has received Her Excellency Ms. Sankie Dolly Mthembi-Mahanyele, South Africa’s Ambassador to the Kingdom of Spain, at the Organization’s […]
International tourist arrivals grew 5% in Q1 2025
According to the May 2025 World Tourism Barometer from UN Tourism, over 300 million tourists travelled internationally in the first three months of 2025, about 14 million more than in […]
UN Tourism and FAO Mountain Partnership Launch Sustainable Gastronomy Tourism Project in Pacific SIDS
In the Pacific Small Island Developing States (SIDS), agriculture remains central to rural livelihoods, offering critical economic opportunities and employment for local communities. Here, agrifood systems extend far beyond food […]
UN Tourism Names Dr. Larry Dwyer as Winner of 2025 Ulysses Prize
The Ulysses Prize is UN Tourism’s highest academic honor, awarded to individuals whose work has significantly advanced the understanding and development of tourism through knowledge creation and its practical application. […]
Africa Embraces Gastronomy Tourism as a Driver for Growth and Culture
The 2nd UN Tourism Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Africa reinforced the region’s growing commitment to make gastronomy tourism a key driver in social and economic development. Co-organized with […]
Culinary Identity and Regional Strategy Take Center Stage at 2nd UN Tourism Gastronomy Forum for Africa in Arusha
As the global tourism discourse continues to evolve, Africa’s gastronomic voice is steadily rising and with deliberate strategy. From April 23 to 25, 2025, Arusha, Tanzania will serve as the […]