South Africa’s (SA) Deputy President Paul Mashatile says Africa’s culture and heritage need to be preserved.

He delivered the keynote address at the celebration of African World Heritage Day and the 20th Anniversary of the African World Heritage Fund, in Midrand, Gauteng Province.

Held under the theme “Celebrating Two Decades of Sustainable Investment in Africa’s Heritage,” the event brought together representatives from governments, the African Union,  United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation, Development Finance Institutions, the private sector, civil society, philanthropy, as well as heritage experts.

The event reflects on progress, strengthen partnerships, and mobilise renewed investment in Africa’s heritage.

–Channel Africa–