Junkanoo, the colourful and colourful competition native to The Bahamas, has achieved a major milestone. It has been formally inscribed on UNESCO’s Record of the Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of Humanity.
This recognition not solely elevates Junkanoo’s worldwide profile but in addition cements its standing because the premier competition of The Bahamas.
The Bahamas’ distinctive honor within the Caribbean
The Bahamas now joins an unique group of solely 4 Caribbean nations represented on UNESCO’s ICH checklist, which features a complete of 145 international locations.
This inscription is a testomony to Junkanoo’s distinctive cultural significance and its position in showcasing the wealthy heritage of the Caribbean area.
Preserving the essence of Junkanoo
In mild of this achievement, the Bahamian Minister of Schooling and Technical and Vocational Coaching has emphasised the necessity to preserve Junkanoo’s genuine spirit.
The priority is to stop the competition from turning into overly commercialized, thus preserving its authentic cultural essence. The Minister highlighted the significance of safeguarding this natural tradition for future generations.
Gratitude for dedication and energy
The profitable inscription, a course of that spanned two years, was made doable by means of the devoted efforts of the Junkanoo Committee.
The Bahamian authorities expressed its gratitude for the committee’s unwavering dedication and the pivotal position it performed in attaining this recognition.
A world stage for Junkanoo
The choice to incorporate Junkanoo within the ICH checklist was made by the UNESCO Intergovernmental Committee throughout its 18th Session for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Heritage.
This session passed off in Botswana on December 5, 2023, marking a major second within the historical past of Bahamian tradition and its international recognition.
