KNATCOM is honored to be part of the organizing team behind the International Conference on Cultural Heritage in Africa: A Dialogue on the Concept of Authenticity, currently taking place in Nairobi from 6–9 May 2025. This significant gathering is a collaborative initiative between UNESCO, the Government of the Republic of Kenya, and the African World Heritage Fund.

The ongoing conference brings together heritage professionals, policymakers, community representatives, and scholars from across Africa and the globe. Central to the discussions is the need to redefine the concept of authenticity within the African context, with the goal of advancing the identification, documentation, and preservation of the continent’s diverse and dynamic cultural heritage.

Emphasizing the importance of heritage authenticity, the Ag. Secretary General/CEO of KNATCOM, Dr. James Njogu, reaffirmed the Commission’s unwavering commitment to partnering with stakeholders to foster dialogue and advance initiatives that promote and uphold the authenticity and integrity of African heritage. He emphasized that such efforts are vital to the effective protection and safeguarding of Kenya’s rich cultural heritage.