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<rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Shaikha Al Nowais — public schedule</title><link>https://worldleaders.website/leader-untourism-sg.html</link><description>The public schedule of Shaikha Al Nowais, Secretary-General of UN Tourism, from official sources via World Leaders Daily.</description><language>en</language><lastBuildDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0000</lastBuildDate><item><title>3rd UN Tourism Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Africa</title><link>https://www.untourism.int/events/3-un-tourism-regional-forum-on-gastronomy-tourism-for-africa</link><guid isPermaLink="false">untourism-sg-2026-07-07-3rd UN Tourism Regional Forum on Gastron</guid><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>3rd UN Tourism Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Africa spuch July 07, 2026 Calender Text 3rd UN Tourism Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Africa Region Africa Regional Gastronomy Events UN Tourism and the Government of the Republic of Sierra Leone will organize the 3rd UN Tourism Regional Forum on Gastronomy Tourism for Africa, on 2-4 December 2026 in Freetown, Republic of Sierra Leone. The upcoming Regional Forum will convene destinations and international experts to explore the transformative potential of Gastronomy Tourism. Through knowledge exchange and the sharing of best practices, this forum aims to harness the power of gastronomy tourism for the benefit of local communities and the environment, fostering regional cohesion and resilience. More information will be available soon. Related links Gastronomy and Wine Tourism Accept new registrations Off Allow duplicate registrants 0 End Date December 04, 2026 Image Attendance type Face-to-face Audience type Public</description></item><item><title>International tourism up 2% in Q1 2026 amid growing uncertainty</title><link>https://www.untourism.int/news/international-tourism-up-2-in-q1-2026-amid-growing-uncertainty</link><guid isPermaLink="false">untourism-sg-2026-06-02-International tourism up 2% in Q1 2026 a</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>International tourism up 2% in Q1 2026 amid growing uncertainty International tourist arrivals grew 2% over the first quarter of 2026, despite disruption caused by the crisis in the Middle East in March. UN Tourism June 02, 2026</description></item><item><title>4th World Sports Tourism Congress</title><link>https://www.untourism.int/events/4th-world-sports-tourism-congress</link><guid isPermaLink="false">untourism-sg-2026-05-29-4th World Sports Tourism Congress</guid><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>4th World Sports Tourism Congress UN Tourism May 29, 2026 Calender Text 4th World Sports Tourism Congress Region All Regions Sports Tourism Events The 4th World Sports Tourism Congress – organized by UN Tourism in collaboration with the Secretariat of Tourism of México, the Secretariat of Tourism of Mexico City, the Mexico City Tourism Promotion Fund, and the Affiliate Member the Confederation of National Chambers of Commerce, Services and Tourism (CONCANACO SERVYTUR) – will take place in Mexico City from 7 to 9 September 2026. In the strategic context following the celebration of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with Mexico as one of the host countries, the Congress will bring together public authorities, destinations, sports organizations, companies and investors to examine sports tourism as a driver of development, investment and territorial transformation, with a focus on its impact on local communities. REGISTER HERE Topics on the Agenda Mega-events, impact and legacy Innovation, technology and visitors experience Active tourism and destination development Commercialization, sponsorship and business models Governance, investment and public-private collaboration Sustainability, inclusion and accessibility in sports tourism Branding of sports tourism destinations Trends, challenges and future opportunities Background on Sports Tourism Sports tourism accounts for approximately 10% of global tourism expenditure and reached an estimated global value of USD 672 billion in 2025, consolidating its position as one of the most dynamic segments of the tourism sector. It has evolved beyond major sporting events into a more transversal model that includes active and outdoor tourism, amateur sport, and new experiences linked to sports communities and fans. This evolution has expanded its territorial impact, enabling emerging destinations, rural areas and local communities to benefit from sport as a catalyst for economic and social development, while reinforcing the need for more sustainable and inclusive models. Speakers Shaikha Al Nowais Secretary-General – UN Tourism Josefina Rodríguez Secretary of Tourism – Government of Mexico Fernanda Câmara Vice Minister of Tourism – Government of Brazil Alejandra Frausto Secretary of Tourism – Government of Mexico City Michelle Fridman Secretary of Tourism – Government of Jalisco Juliana Picoli Extraordinary Secretary – FIFA Women&#x27;s World Cup 2027 Jennifer Aguinaga Acting Director – National Travel and Tourism Office, International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce Roberto Monroy President – ASETUR (Association of Tourism Secretaries of Mexico) Miguel Aguíñiga Head of the Tourism Innovation, Sustainability and Professionalization Unit – Secretariat of Tourism of Mexico Valentín Díaz President – Buenos Aires Tourism Board Octavio de la Torre President – Confederation of National Chambers of Commerce, Services and Tourism (CONCANACO SERVYTUR México) Carlos Martínez Director General – Mexico City Tourism Promotion Fund Ana Rivas Director General of Tourism – Government of Navarra Jens Holm CEO – World Masters Sport Patrick Torrent Vice President – NECSTouR (Network of European Regions for Competitive and Sustainable Tourism) Andrés Deyá President – Federation of Travel and Tourism Business Associations of Argentina (FAEVYT) Stacey Sun Vice President, Product Marketing – Los Angeles Tourism &amp; Convention Board Guntur Dwiarmein Head of Host Venue Relations – SailGP Olivier Ponti Director of Market Intelligence &amp; Insights – Amadeus Jessica Stone Head of Hotels, Airlines, Growth Brand Partnerships, Americas – Tripadvisor Amr Abou Zein Eddin General Manager – Fujairah Adventures Center, Government of Fujairah Andrea Santini Adjunct Professor in Events Management – LUMSA University in Rome Cemil Hakan General Manager – Istanbul Convention &amp; Visitors Bureau Georgina Sánchez Regional Senior Partnership Sales Manager, Mexico – Formula E Matt Jones Senior Manager Sport &amp; Events – Klook Jaime Velázquez CEO – Opensa-Nascar-Panamá Verónica Simpson Senior Manager, US International Sales – Radisson Hotel Group María Benzal Commercial and International Relations Director – MADCUP El Charro González Ambassador of Mexican Culture – Secretariat of Tourism of Mexico For any questions regarding the 4th World Sports Tourism Congress, please contact us by email at wstc@unwto.org Documents Concept Note 3rd World Sports Tourism Congress Preliminary Programme Sports Tourism General Information Note Accept new registrations Off Allow duplicate registrants 0 End Date September 09, 2026 Image Dept COMM Dept. Attendance type Face-to-face Audience type Public Registration Link https://app.untourism.int/</description></item><item><title>72nd Meeting of the Commission for Europe (CEU)</title><link>https://www.untourism.int/europe/ceu72</link><guid isPermaLink="false">untourism-sg-2026-03-31-72nd Meeting of the Commission for Europ</guid><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>72nd Meeting of the Commission for Europe (CEU) nkusar March 31, 2026 Calender Text 72nd Meeting of the Commission for Europe (CEU) Region Europe The 72nd Meeting of the Commission for Europe took place in Malta from 12 to 14 May 2026, hosted under the kind auspices of the Government of Malta. The programme also featured a Tourism Tech Adventure on 12 May, the final showcase of the innovation challenge on Green Technologies for Urban Heat Mitigation in Malta , and concluded on 14 May with a high‑level conference “Driving Tourism Towards the Future We Want: A Dialogue on Policies to Balance Growth, People and Planet”. Programme Tuesday, 12 May 10:30 - 11:30 Fifteenth meeting of the Working Group for the Agenda for Europe (in attendance: Working Group members) Location: Hilton Conference Centre, Verdala (7th floor) 11:30 - 14:00 Technical meeting for Members: Best Tourism Villages Agenda for Europe International Year of Sustainable and Resilient Tourism 2027 Riyadh Declaration Location: Hilton Conference Centre, Pinto (7th floor) 14:00 - 15:00 Lunch Location: Hilton Conference Centre, Foyer (7th floor) 15:00 - 16:00 Preparatory meeting with the Officers of the 72nd Meeting of the Commission for Europe (in attendance: CEU Chair and Vice-Chairs) Location: Hilton Conference Centre, Verdala (7th floor) 16:00 - 17:30 Tourism Tech Adventure: final event of the innovation challenge on Green Technologies for Urban Heat Mitigation in Malta Location: Hilton Conference Centre, Pinto (7th floor) 18:30 - 19:30 Visit to the St John&#x27;s Co-Cathedral 19:45 - 22:00 Welcome Cocktail and announcement of the winner of the innovation challenge on Green Technologies for Urban Heat Mitigation in Malta Location: Casino Maltese / Dresscode: cocktail Wednesday, 13 May 09:30 - 10:00 Opening of the 72nd Meeting of the Commission for Europe Location: Hilton Conference Centre, Grandmaster Suite (6th floor) 10:00 - 12:45 72nd Meeting of the Commission for Europe Location: Hilton Conference Centre, Grandmaster Suite (6th floor) 12:45 - 13:00 Acceptance ceremony for the new INSTO observatories in the region Location: Hilton Conference Centre, Grandmaster Suite (6th floor) 13:00 - 14:30 Lunch Location: Hilton Conference Centre, Main Lobby (5th floor) 14:30 - 17:00 72nd Meeting of the Commission for Europe Location: Hilton Conference Centre, Grandmaster Suite (6th floor) 17:00 - 17:30 Closing of the 72nd Meeting of the Commission for Europe Location: Hilton Conference Centre, Grandmaster Suite (6th floor) 20:30 - 23:00 Gala dinner Location: Hilton Conference Centre, Spinola Suite (5th floor) / Dresscode: cocktail Thursday, 14 May 09:00 - 13:00 Conference “Driving tourism towards the future we want: a Dialogue on Policies to balance growth, people and planet” Location: Hilton Conference Centre, Grandmaster Suite (6th floor) 13:00 - 14:30 Lunch Location: Hilton Conference Centre, Main Lobby (5th floor) 15:00 - 19:00 Technical visit: Mdina General information Provisional programme (rev. 10 May) List of participants Photos Meeting documents Conclusions and recommendations (English) Conclusions and recommendations (French) Conclusions and recommendations (Russian) Conclusions and recommendations (Spanish) Item 1: Provisional Agenda (English) Item 1: Provisional Agenda (French) Item 1: Provisional Agenda (Russian) Item 1: Provisional Agenda (Spanish) Item 2: Communication of the Chair (Montenegro) Item 3: Report of the UN Tourism Secretary-General: Global Vision and Regional Approach Item 5: Report of the UN Tourism Director for Europe: Implementation of the Programme of Work in Europe for the period 2025-2026 Item 5(a): Report of the Working Group for the Agenda for Europe Item 6: Report on the UN Tourism Affiliate Members activities in Europe for the period 2025-2026 Item 7: International Year of Sustainable and Resilient Tourism 2027 (English) Item 7: International Year of Sustainable and Resilient Tourism 2027 (French) Item 7: International Year of Sustainable and Resilient Tourism 2027 (Russian) Item 7: International Year of Sustainable and Resilient Tourism 2027 (Spanish) Item 8: Date and place of the next meeting of the UN Tourism Commission for Europe Presentations Item 4: Report of the UN Tourism Executive Director: UN Tourism services, presented by Ms. Natalia Bayona Item 5: Report of the UN Tourism Director for Europe: Implementation of the Programme of Work in Europe for the period 2025-2026, presented by Ms. Cordula Wohlmuther Best Tourism Villages Initiative by UN Tourism, presented by Ms. Sandra Carvão The Riyadh Declaration on the Future of Tourism, presented by Mr. Antonio López de Ávila World Committee on Tourism Ethics, presented by Prof. Marina Novelli Seizing Opportunities in Europe (Amadeus), presented by Mr. Laurens Van Den Oever International Year of Sustainable and Resilient Tourism 2027 - additional materials for regional consultations Roadmap, presented by Dr. Dirk Glaesser Thematic areas and rationale Flagship events Guidance note: National Committees Guidance note: Capacity Building Knowledge Base Side conference: Driving tourism towards the future we want: a Dialogue on Policies to balance growth, people and planet Provisional programme Recording Photos Tourism Tech Adventure: Green Technologies for Urban Heat Mitigation in Malta for an improved experience for residents and visitors Provisional programme Challenge webpage Photos Accept new registrations Off Allow duplicate registrants 0 End Date May 14, 2026 Image Attendance type Face-to-face Audience type Mixed</description></item><item><title>Bridging macro and micro data in sustainability: The case of tourism and the ESG Framework for Tourism Businesses</title><link>https://www.untourism.int/events/bridging-macro-and-micro-data-in-sustainability</link><guid isPermaLink="false">untourism-sg-2026-02-19-Bridging macro and micro data in sustain</guid><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Bridging macro and micro data in sustainability: The case of tourism and the ESG Framework for Tourism Businesses UN Tourism February 19, 2026 Calender Text Bridging macro and micro data in sustainability Region All Regions This side event, held in the framework of the 57th session of the UN Statistical Commission, is jointly organized with the United Nations Committee of Experts on Business and Trade Statistics (UNCEBTS) and with the support of Statistics Netherlands and the Permanent Mission of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the United Nations. The event will bring together National Statistical Offices, international organizations, and private sector representatives to advance a globally coordinated Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Framework for tourism businesses, based on statistical principles and aligned with international standards. The global statistical community will play a key role in delivering robust, comparable, and policy-relevant data. Agenda 1:00 – 1:15 pm Arrival Clara van der Pol, Director a.i., Statistics, Standards and Data, UN Tourism 1:15 – 1:25 pm Welcome Frans van der Straaten, Counsellor Sustainable Development, Permanent Mission of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to the United Nations 1:25 – 1:40 pm Setting the scene Julian Chow, Chief, Business Statistics Section, UNSD, and UNCEBTS Secretariat Presentation on the ESG Framework for Tourism Businesses by Leandry Moreno, Programme Officer, and Anna Garbarczyk, Senior Project Specialist, UN Tourism 1:40 – 2:20 pm Panel discussion Moderated by Angelique Berg, Director General, Statistics Netherlands Elena Manzanera, President, National Statistical Institute (INE), Spain Matt Callaghan, Chief Operating Officer, easyJet holidays Sarah Hudgins, Head of Public Affairs for the US and Amerias, Booking Holdings 2:20 – 2:30 pm Q&amp;A 2:30 – 2:45 pm Networking Documents and Related Links Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Framework for Tourism Businesses Concept Note Bridging macro and micro data in sustainability New York City Bridging macro and micro data in sustainability New York City Bridging macro and micro data in sustainability New York City Bridging macro and micro data in sustainability New York City Bridging macro and micro data in sustainability New York City Bridging macro and micro data in sustainability New York City Bridging macro and micro data in sustainability New York City Bridging macro and micro data in sustainability New York City 3+ more With sponsorship by: Accept new registrations Off Allow duplicate registrants 0 End Date March 04, 2026 Image Dept COMM Dept. Attendance type Face-to-face Audience type Public</description></item><item><title>AM News | VOL. 85 - February 2026</title><link>https://www.untourism.int/am-news-vol-85-february</link><guid isPermaLink="false">untourism-sg-2026-02-11-AM News | VOL. 85 - February 2026</guid><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>AM News | VOL. 85 - February 2026 UN Tourism February 11, 2026 Image Region All Regions Document File am-nl-85-february.pdf Publication year 2026 Dear Affiliate Members, I am pleased to introduce the first edition of the Affiliate Members Newsletter for 2026. This monthly publication will keep you updated on the latest news, events, and initiatives related to your membership and the Affiliate Members network. Also included is the provisional calendar of events for 2026, featuring key UN Tourism events. Only a few weeks ago, several Affiliate Members from all over the world were actively engaged in FITUR 2026, the leading international tourism fair in Madrid, Spain. FITUR opened 2026 by confirming the strong momentum of the global tourism sector, surpassing 255,000 visitors over its five days. This favourable context is reflected in 2025 figures, a year in which, according to UN Tourism, international tourist arrivals worldwide exceeded 1.5 billion. I would like to extend our sincere thanks to all Affiliate Members who participated in and supported the dedicated activities organized by the Affiliate Members and Public‑Private Collaboration Department (AM‑PPC). These included: Affiliate Members Corner: “Cross-Sector Value in Tourism” , which brought together diverse perspectives on how collaboration across industries can enhance tourism competitiveness and innovation presented by expert Affiliate Members in their respective tourism sectors. Launch of the publication A Guide for the Development of Astrotourism , produced by UN Tourism in collaboration with the Affiliate Member Starlight Foundation, highlighting practical strategies for developing sustainable and educational astrotourism experiences. We continue to see a very positive response to the new tools available on AMConnected+, including the mobile app now accessible on both iOS and Android. I encourage all Affiliate Members to stay active on the platform, where you can access resources, explore collaboration opportunities, and contribute to shaping the future of tourism together. The Affiliate Members and Public‑Private Collaboration Department remains fully committed to supporting your initiatives and strengthening partnerships across our network. Please feel free to share your ideas, suggestions, or comments with us at any time. Sincerely, Ion Vilcu Director, AM-PPC Affiliate Members Template Large Departments COMM Dept. Show navigation block Off</description></item><item><title>2nd UN Tourism Regional Congress on Women Empowerment in Tourism in Africa</title><link>https://www.untourism.int/events/2nd-un-tourism-regional-congress-on-women-empowerment-in-tourism-in-africa</link><guid isPermaLink="false">untourism-sg-2026-01-30-2nd UN Tourism Regional Congress on Wome</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>2nd UN Tourism Regional Congress on Women Empowerment in Tourism in Africa UN Tourism January 30, 2026 Calender Text 2nd UN Tourism Regional Congress on Women Empowerment in Tourism in Africa Region Africa Women Empowerment Advancing from Empowerment to Leadership: Driving Structural Change in the Tourism Sector in Africa The 2nd UN Tourism Regional Congress on Women’s Empowerment in Tourism in Africa will be organized jointly by UN Tourism and the Ministry of Tourism and Hospitality Industry of the Republic of Zimbabwe. It will take place in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe from 29 April - 1 May 2026 . While women make up 69% of the hospitality workforce in Africa, they remain disproportionately concentrated in lower-paid or informal roles and are significantly underrepresented in executive leadership. This congress aims to move beyond foundational empowerment towards leadership pathways and decisive institutional action . It will focus on catalyzing policies and partnerships that transform women from workforce participants into the primary architects and decision-makers of Africa’s tourism landscape. Driving systemic change In alignment with the UN Tourism Agenda for Africa -Tourism for Inclusive Growth &#x27;s priority of empowering youth and women through tourism (SDG 5), the Congress will provide a platform for some of the leading female voices in African tourism. Celebrating their successes and considering ways to create institutional frameworks that drive systemic change and support the transition of more women into high-level, executive and decision-making roles. The Agenda The three-day programme will include a high-level ministerial dialogue with leaders from both the public and private sectors, a technical workshop for participants, a mentorship segment and the presentation of the results of the UN Tourism Global Report on Women in Tourism: the Transport Industries . Documents Programme Concept Note The Victoria Falls Statement on Structural Change for Women in Tourism in Africa (PDF) General Information Note Presentation: Global Report on Women in Tourism Transport Technical Workshop on Dismantling Structural Barriers to Career Progression | Programme Technical Workshop on Dismantling Structural Barriers to Career Progression | Participant Profile Opening Remarks: Mrs Lydia Bebe Kum Technical Workshop- Day 1 PPT Technical Workshop- Day 2 PPT Useful Links Ministry of Tourism and Hospitality Industry of Zimbabwe UN Tourism in Africa UN Tourism &amp; Women’s Empowerment UN Tourism Mentorship Programme for African Women Photo Galleries Opening Ceremony Day 1 (29 April 2026) Day 2 (30 April 2026) Technical Workshop Session Recordings: Day 1 (29 April 2026) Session Recordings: Day 2 (30 April 2026) Accept new registrations Off Allow duplicate registrants 0 End Date May 01, 2026 Image Attendance type Face-to-face Audience type Public</description></item><item><title>ITB Berlin 2026</title><link>https://www.untourism.int/events/itb-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">untourism-sg-2026-01-29-ITB Berlin 2026</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>ITB Berlin 2026 UN Tourism January 29, 2026 Calender Text ITB Berlin Region All Regions Europe ITB Provisional Agenda Monday, 2 March 2026 8:30am – 10:00am Launch of Tourism for Rural Development Small Grants Programme – Colorful Cultures Africa * Announcement of the projects of the Tourism for Rural Development Small Grants Programme and the Colourful Cultures Call, enabled by the TUI Care Foundation Thomas Ellerbeck, Chairman of TUI Care Foundation &amp; Chief Sustainability Officer, TUI Group Shaikha N. Alnuwais, Secretary General, UN Tourism Interventions by: Sandra Carvao, Director, Market Intelligence, Policies, Competitiveness, UN Tourism Constanze Mazeingo, Programme Manager, Namibia Development Foundation Trust (online) *(by invitation only) TUI Group Representative Office, Pariser Platz 6 A, 10117 Berlin, Germany 4:00pm - 5:30pm UN Tourism Minister’s Summit Empowering Emerging Destinations: From Potential to Performance * The UN Tourism Ministers’ Summit, organised with its Affiliate Member Messe Berlin, will convene ministers and private sector leaders to share practical approaches to managing growth and ensuring it is inclusive, sustainable and resilient. Concept Note Registration * *(by invitation only) CityCube Berlin Hall A3 6:30pm - 9:00pm Opening Gala CityCube Berlin, Level B Tuesday, 3 March 2026 3:35pm - 4:20pm The Global Roundtable: Leading Tourism into Balance Will discuss the major challenges facing tourism today. How can destinations create harmony between growth, sustainability, and community well-being? What role does tourism play in fostering peace, resilience, and shared prosperity in an increasingly fragmented world? And, ultimately, how can tourism be led into balance? Orange Stage, Center Stage 7:30pm - 11:00pm Leaders Dinner Berlin Official Handover Ceremony: “Tourism Doing Business Investing in Angola” Keynote Speech: “Investment trends and opportunities in Angola’s tourism sector&quot; Accept new registrations Off Allow duplicate registrants 0 End Date March 05, 2026 Image Dept COMM Dept. Attendance type Mixed Audience type Mixed</description></item><item><title>The 69th UN Tourism Commission for Africa and Thematic Conference on Strengthening Human Capital to Boost Africa’s Tourism Growth</title><link>https://www.untourism.int/events/69th-un-tourism-commission-for-africa</link><guid isPermaLink="false">untourism-sg-2026-01-21-The 69th UN Tourism Commission for Afric</guid><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>The 69th UN Tourism Commission for Africa and Thematic Conference on Strengthening Human Capital to Boost Africa’s Tourism Growth UN Tourism January 21, 2026 Calender Text The 69th UN Tourism Commission for Africa and Thematic Conference on Strengthening Human Capital to Boost Africa’s Tourism Growth Region Africa Commission Meeting We highly recommend that delegates book their hotel accommodation as early as possible due to the peak season in Seychelles and the limited availability of rooms. The Government of the Republic of Seychelles , in collaboration with UN Tourism, invites UN Tourism Member States, Affiliate Members, and key stakeholders from both the public and private sectors to the Sixty-Ninth Meeting of the UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa , followed by a Thematic Conference Strengthening Human Capital to Boost Africa&#x27;s Tourism Growth Victoria, Mahé, Republic of Seychelles, 2-4 July 2026. The conference provides a strategic platform to advance tourism management and transformation across the continent, with a strong focus on strengthening education and building a skilled, competitive tourism workforce . This landmark event will bring together leaders and experts from across Africa to discuss strategic policies, share best practices, and foster collaboration that enhances tourism&#x27;s social and economic impact. By supporting capacity-building and educational initiatives, the conference aims to empower institutions and professionals to drive sustainable growth and position tourism as a key engine for Africa&#x27;s development. Join leaders, experts, and stakeholders from across Africa to explore strategies, share best practices, and strengthen tourism education . Exclusive Travel Offer Only for Invited Delegates Attending the 69th UN Tourism Commission for Africa CAF. 02 - 04 July 2026. Mahé, Seychelles. Ethiopian Airlines is delighted to extend an exclusive 12% discount on both Business and Economy Class fares for delegates traveling for the 69th CAF event in Mahé, Republic of Seychelles. - This special promotion is available if you purchase your tickets online via Ethiopian Airlines or ticketing offices in Johannesburg and Cape Town. The Promotion Code: UNT26 General Information General Information Note Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) Procedure Meeting Documents Conclusions and Recommendations of the 69th CAF Meeting Provisional Programme Provisional Agenda Item 2: Communication of the Chair (Zambia) Item 3: Report of the UN Tourism Secretary-General Item 4: Report of the UN Tourism Executive Director – Technical Cooperation Projects in the region Item 5(a): Report of the UN Tourism Regional Director for Africa - Implementation of the Programme of Work in Africa for the period 2025-2026 Item 5(b): Report of the UN Tourism Regional Director for Africa - Survey Findings on &quot;Promoting Access to Tourism Education and Human Capital Development in Africa&quot; Item 7: Presentation on “Travel Trends in Africa” by Amadeus Item 8: Report on the UN Tourism Affiliate Members activities in Africa for the period 2025- 2026 Model Credentials Letter Model Credentials Letter for Representation (proxy format) Presentations Presentation of the Report of the UN Tourism Regional Director for Africa - Implementation of the Programme of Work in Africa for the period 2025-2026 Presentation of the CAF Survey Findings on &quot;Promoting Access to Tourism Education and Human Capital Development in Africa&quot; Case Study – “Tourism Human Resources Development Strategy in Seychelles” Presentation by Africa Tourism Partners (ATP) - “Shaping the Future of Africa’s Tourism Talents” Photo Galleries Official Grand Opening and Thematic Conference 69th CAF Working Session Welcome Cocktail Gala Dinner Accept new registrations Off Allow duplicate registrants 0 End Date July 04, 2026 Image Dept COMM Dept. Attendance type Face-to-face Audience type Public</description></item><item><title>Executive Council - 126th session</title><link>https://www.untourism.int/events/executive-council-126</link><guid isPermaLink="false">untourism-sg-2026-01-12-Executive Council - 126th session</guid><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0000</pubDate><description>Executive Council - 126th session skendis January 12, 2026 Calender Text Executive Council - 126th session Region All Regions Executive Council Presentations Report of the Secretary-General on the General Programme of Work Communication of Secretary-General: management vision for 2026-2029 International Year of Sustainable and Resilient Tourism 2027 Programme and Budget Committee - 126 session Executive Council Documents Decisions List of Documents Provisional programme (CE/126/prog. rev.1) Information Note List of participants 1. Provisional agenda (CE/126/1 prov.) 1. Annotated provisional agenda and supplementary provisional agenda (CE/126/prov. annot.) 1. Supplementary provisional agenda (CE/126/prov. suppl. rev.2) Proposal by Colombia: Inter-Institutional Working Group on Tourism for Peacebuilding (CE/126/Supp 1) 2. Communication of the Chair (CE/126/2) 3. Communication of Secretary-General: management vision for 2026-2029 (CE/126/3) 4. Implementation of the General Programme of Work (CE/126/4 rev.1) 4. RC - 1 Progress report on the “Riyadh Declaration on the Future of Tourism” (CE/126/4 RC-1) 5. Report on the preparations for the International Year of Sustainable and Resilient Tourism 2027 (CE/126/5) 6. Reports of the subsidiary bodies of the Council (CE/126/6 rev.2) 7. Reform of the Organization: Progress on JIU and OIOS recommendations (CE/126/7) 8(a) Financial situation of the Organization for the period ended 31 March 2026 (CE/126/8(a)) 8(b) UN Tourism Financial Report and Audited Financial Statements for the year ended 31 December 2025 (CE/126/8(b))) 9(I). Membership status (CE/126/9(I)) 9(II). Membership status - Suspension of membership (CE/126/9(II)) 10. Human resources report (CE/126/10) 11. Report of the Ethics Officer (CE/126/11) 12. Report on Regional and Thematic Offices (CE/126/12 rev.1) 12. Report of the Regional and Thematic Offices, Addendum 1 (CE/126/12 Add.1)) 13. Report on the Affiliate Membership (CE/126/13) 14. Place and dates of the 127th, 128th and 129th sessions of the Executive Council (CE/126/14) Report of the Programme and Budget Committee (CE/126/PBC31) Report of the Committee on Matters Related to the Affiliate Membership (CMAM) (CE/126/CMAM/9) Model credentials letter Model credentials letter for representation (proxy format) Other documents 21st Meeting of the Committee on Statistics - Minutes 21st Committee on Tourism and Sustainability - Summary and Conclusions 22nd Committee on Tourism and Sustainability - Summary and Conclusions Inaugural Meeting of the Interinstitutional Working Group on Tourism and Climate Action - Minutes 17th Committee on Tourism and Competitiveness (CTC) - Minutes 18th Committee on Tourism and Competitiveness (CTC) - Minutes 7th Technical Committee on Tourism Online Education - Minutes 2nd Meeting of the Interinstitutional Working Group on Tourism and Climate Action - Minutes Accept new registrations Off Allow duplicate registrants 0 End Date June 11, 2026 Image Dept COMM Dept. 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