Lalibela

Africa’s heritage, humanity’s shared legacy.

Ethiopia’s UNESCO-listed Lalibela rock-hewn churches have been highlighted as a global cultural treasure during a high-level visit by UNESCO officials and international diplomats, including a Chinese envoy.

Experts praised the efforts to preserve this ancient heritage while expanding sustainable tourism to support jobs and community development.

The visit reinforced a shared call: protecting Africa’s heritage is not only a continental responsibility, but a global duty for future generations.