#cultural heritage

Nairobi Fashion Week 2026, held from January 28 to 31, emphasized sustainability, cultural heritage, and conscious innovation in Kenya's fashion industry. The event, themed "Decarbonize," aimed to be more than just a runway showcase, serving as a platform for promoting sustainable fashion practices.

United Nigeria Airlines has announced that it has named two newly acquired Boeing 737-800 Next Generation aircraft after the famous literary figure Chinua Achebe and the Obi of Onitsha, Nnaemeka Achebe. This decision is said to reflect the airline's commitment to promoting Nigeria's cultural heritage and national identity, according to the airline's representative Okonkwo.

During a recent event in Doha, Uganda promoted the cultural and historical tourism potential of Northern Uganda, aiming to reshape international perceptions that typically focus on the country's mountain gorillas and national parks. The initiative highlights the untapped opportunities for tourism in the northern region of the country, according to The Observer.