× Information on this section of ECOLEX comes from the InforMEA Portal which compiled information from MEA Secretariats with the support of the European Union. The accuracy of the information displayed is the responsibility of the originating data source. In case of discrepancy the information as displayed on the respective MEA website prevails. Nominations of Cultural Properties to the World Heritage List (Chongoni Rock Art Area) Document type Decision Reference number 8B.22 Date Jul 10, 2005 SourceUNEP, InforMEA Status Active Subject Wild species & ecosystems Treaty Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage (Nov 23, 1972) Meeting 29e session du Comité Website whc.unesco.org Abstract The World Heritage Committee,1. Having examined Documents WHC-05/29.COM/8B, WHC-05/29.COM/8B.Add 2 and WHC-05/29.COM/INF.8B.1,2. Refers the nomination of Chongoni Rock Art Area (Malawi) back to the State Party to allow it to put in place legal protection for all the shelters through their designation as national monuments;3. Congratulates the State Party of Malawi on its efforts in the preparation of the nomination, and encourages the State Party to continue its work to protect the outstanding universal value of the property;4. Requests the State Party to:a) augment the Management Plan to encompass the management of the woodland and its use by local communities; andb) put in place as soon as possible arrangements to allow a minimum number of staff to work at the site.