What is Unesco?
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization is a specialized agency of the United Nations aimed at promoting world peace and security through international cooperation in education, arts, sciences, and culture.
Unesco South Africa Contact Details
Website: https://en.unesco.org/countries/south-africa(link is external)
Postal Address: Private Bag X895, PRETORIA, 0001
Street Address: Dpt of Basic Education Building, 222 Struben Street, PRETORIA
Phone: 012 357 3477,012 357 3486
Fax: 012 323 2348,012 323 0388
Is South Africa a member of UNESCO?
The South African National Commission for UNESCO was established in 1998 after South Africa re-joined UNESCO in 1994.
The Commission was established to effectively integrate and coordinate UNESCO activities in South Africa, through cooperation with government departments, institutions, and civil society organizations.
Where are the UNESCO headquarters in South Africa?
Street Address: Dpt of Basic Education Building, 222 Struben Street, PRETORIA.
How many UNESCO sites are there in South Africa?
South Africa has eight World Heritage Sites proclaimed by UNESCO, namely: Robben Island (Western Cape).
Our Vision
Since wars begin in the minds of men and women, it is in the minds of men and women that peace must be built. UNESCO uses education, science, culture, communication, and information to foster mutual understanding and respect for our planet.
We work to strengthen the intellectual and moral solidarity of humankind and bring out the best in our shared humanity.