As attacks on journalists proliferate in all regions of the world, UNESCO and the Government of Zambia prepare co-host this year's World Press Freedom Day Conference on 4 and 5 May, which will bring press freedom advocates and digital rights communities together to discuss the growing challenges for journalism faces in an increasingly insecure world.
On the eve of the conference, Sunday 3rd May, the winner of the of the prestigious UNESCO-Guillhermo Cano Prize will be announced at a special ceremony.
Where? The Mulungushi International Conference Centre, Lusaka, Zambia
When? 09.00 on Monday 4 May to 16.00 on Tuesday 5 May 2026
Who? Participants include:
- Hon. Cornelius Mweetwa - Minister of Information and Media, Government of Zambia.
- H.E. Mr. Khaled El-Enany - UNESCO Director-General
- Ms. Irene Khan - UN Special Rapporteur on Freedom of Expression
Press Accreditations: World Press Freedom Day 2026 Global Conference (4-5 May 2026): Overview · Indico.UN
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