As such both nations agree that ‘damage to cultural property belonging to any people whatsoever means damage to cultural property of mankind’. Cultural Heritage can be looked at as tangible and intangible. Armed conflicts and natural disasters, substantially contribute to the Red List of cultural objects, which is published by the International Council of Museums. Africa has over the years suffered extensive loss of her cultural heritage as a result of the colonial experience and, recently, armed conflicts. Armed conflicts are also the worst kind of confrontation as they destroy the most precious natural heritage of humanity – human life!

Source: Daily Nation January 25, 2020 12:56 UTC