Candidate for the Post
of Director-General
of UNESCO 2025-2029

Endorsed by the African Union
and the League of Arab States

“In a fragmented world confronting unprecedented global crises, only peace can unite us and guarantee a harmonious life and a prosperous future for every human being. Let us come together to make UNESCO the organization for all people, for all nations, building hope based on trust and mutual respect.”

Official campaign video
HH Pope Francis receives Prof. Khaled El-Enany
Candidate’s speech – 221st session of the Executive Board, April 9th 2025 (extract)
Participation of the Candidate in the “World Heritage Capacity-Building in Africa” event on the occasion of the 47th Session of the World Heritage Committee (UNESCO, Paris)

Khaled Ahmed El-Enany Ali Ezz, born in 1971, is a leading figure recognized for his expertise and commitment in various fields such as management, public service, teaching, research, culture, tourism, and international relations. A former Egyptian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, he currently holds the position of Professor of Egyptology at Helwan University, where he has been a faculty member for over thirty years. His teaching, focused on the civilization, archaeology, and epigraphy of Ancient Egypt, is delivered not only in Egypt but also at prestigious international institutions. His role as a mentor has enabled thousands of Egyptian and foreign students and researchers to benefit from his vast knowledge and enriching experience.

BIOGRAPHY

News

Visit to the Republic of Liberia

Visit to the Cook Islands

Visit to Australia

MEDIA

El-Enany pushes vision for inclusive, agile UNESCO during Liberia visit

Professor Dr. Khaled El-Enany, the African Union and Arab League–endorsed candidate for UNESCO’s top post, says the organization must be “more inclusive, more agile, and anchored in the realities of its Member States” as he outlined his vision during the visit to Liberia on August 11.
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Nigeria Endorses AU Candidate and Egypt’s Khaled El-Enany for the Post of UNESCO Secretary General

Nigeria has formally endorsed AU candidate and Egypt’s former Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Mr Khaled El-Enany, as the next UNESCO Secretary General. The endorsement was announced by Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, on the sidelines of the Nigeria-Egypt Business Forum held in Abuja.
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Nigeria Endorses AU Candidate, Egypt’s Khaled El-Enany, For UNESCO Secretary General

Nigeria has formally endorsed AU candidate and Egypt’s former Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Mr Khaled El-Enany, as the next UNESCO Secretary General.
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