UNESCO-Al Fozan International Prize

Director: Mathilde Enthoven

Format: Awards ceremony at UNESCO and social media.

Summary

Created in 2021, the UNESCO–Al Fozan International Prize is awarded every two years to five winners, one from each region of the world, for their work in advancing science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). 10.7 accompanied the 2025 edition with filming in Namibia, the USA, China, England, and Cyprus.

Portrait of Ndaudika Mulundileni, a passionate advocate for STEM education whose work in Namibia has transformed learning opportunities for disadvantaged communities.

Portrait of Dr. Lijing Cheng, a renowned climatologist whose work has greatly advanced our understanding of Earth’s oceans and their role in the global climate system.