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PHOTOS: Uganda celebrated its National Day at Expo 2020 Dubai

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Uganda celebrated its National Day at Expo 2020 Dubai with a flag-raising ceremony at the Stage of Nations in Al Wasl Plaza, speeches, cultural performances and a briefing at the Business Connect Centre.

Performers during the Uganda National Day Parade, Expo 2020 Dubai.
Performers during the Uganda National Day Parade, Expo 2020 Dubai. (Photo by Christopher Pike/Expo 2020 Dubai)

The delegation from Uganda included Speaker of Parliament Jacob L’Okori Oulanyah, Third Deputy Prime Minister Rukia Nakadama Isanga and Minister of Foreign Affairs Al-Haji Abubaker Jeje Odongo.

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni at Uganda National Day
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni at Uganda National Day (Photo by Christopher Pike/Expo 2020 Dubai)

The delegation toured the site, including the Leadership Pavilion where President Museveni signed a guest book, thanking the UAE for organizing a World Expo that is helping to showcase Uganda’s potential, and congratulating the pioneering UAE leaders for their transformative vision.

Performers during the Uganda National Day Parade, Expo 2020 Dubai.
Performers during the Uganda National Day Parade, Expo 2020 Dubai. (Photo by Christopher Pike/Expo 2020 Dubai)

Meanwhile, trade and business opportunities were discussed during a briefing, and at the Sun Stage, visitors enjoyed vibrant performances from the East African country, known for its great variety of traditional music and dance.

Performers during the Uganda National Day Parade, Expo 2020 Dubai.
Performers during the Uganda National Day Parade, Expo 2020 Dubai. (Photo by Omar Marques/Expo 2020 Dubai)

For decades the ‘Pearl of Africa’ has been renowned for its amazing diversity of plants and wildlife, and the pavilion’s interactive features reflect this, including the Gorillas of Bwindi experience, a remarkable augmented reality journey that brings visitors up close to these magnificent creatures, and ‘Which Bird Are You?’, which highlights Uganda’s incredible range of birdlife.

Performers during the Uganda National Day Parade, Expo 2020 Dubai.
Performers during the Uganda National Day Parade, Expo 2020 Dubai. (Photo by Omar Marques/Expo 2020 Dubai)

Visitors to the pavilion can also explore the country’s most amazing features, including the Ssese Islands and Queen Elizabeth National Park. Uganda has long been a major trade, transportation and logistics hub, and the pavilion, located in the Opportunity District, illustrates the country’s regional importance in a number of immersive ways.


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Julie Nguyen
Julie Nguyen
Julie is the visionary founder of SNAP TASTE and a dynamic force in global storytelling, innovation and creative leadership. She is a respected member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council and serves as a judge for the CES Innovation Awards (2024, 2025 and 2026), where she contributes thought leadership on the intersections of business, culture and breakthrough technologies. As Managing Director, she also oversees the Fine Art, Digital Art, Portfolios and Marketing departments, ensuring the brand’s strategic vision and creative direction are realized across disciplines. Her immersive reporting has brought audiences behind the scenes of global milestones such as the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, Expo 2020 Dubai, CES, D23 Expo, and the Milano Monza Motor Show, offering exclusive access to moments that define contemporary culture. An accomplished film critic and editorial voice, Julie is also recognized for her compelling reviews of National Geographic documentaries and other cinematic works. Her ability to combine analytical depth with narrative finesse inspires audiences seeking intelligent, meaningful, and globally relevant content. With a multidisciplinary perspective that bridges art, technology, and culture, Julie continues to shape the dialogue on how storytelling and innovation converge to influence the way we experience the world.
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