Rabat Launches ‘Rabat Patrimoine’ App to Digitally Showcase UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Rabat has introduced the Rabat Patrimoine mobile app to digitally showcase its UNESCO World Heritage sites through interactive routes, audio guides, and geolocated content. Available in multiple languages, the app supports heritage preservation while offering residents and visitors an immersive way to explore the city’s history and cultural identity.

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Saudi Arabia marks World Arabic Language Day with global initiatives and nationwide celebrations

Saudi Arabia is celebrating World Arabic Language Day 2025 with coordinated initiatives at home and abroad, including events at the United Nations and nationwide educational and cultural programmes. Led by the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language, the efforts aim to strengthen Arabic’s role in education, technology, and global dialogue while preserving its cultural and civilisational heritage.

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Lebanon Takes Major Step Toward Advancing Digital Education at High-Level Roundtable

Lebanon’s high-level roundtable on digital learning, organized by UNESCO, MEHE, and CRDP, aimed to enhance digital education in the country. Key discussions focused on blended learning during COVID-19 and the development of a National Digital Learning Strategy. The initiative aims to improve Lebanon’s education system with a focus on innovation and inclusivity.

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UNESCO and EU Launch ‘Social Media 4 Peace’ Project to Combat Harmful Content Online in Iraq

UNESCO, in partnership with the European Union, launched the “Social Media 4 Peace” project in Iraq to address harmful online content. Workshops focused on content moderation, hate speech, and fostering cooperation among local actors. The project aims to create human rights-based governance systems to combat digital disinformation and promote peace.

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