EXPO 2020 Dubai is finally here! OFFICIAL PARTICIPANT - KENYA
Expo 2020 Dubai opened on Thursday 30th September 2021 with a lavish ceremony of fireworks, music and messaging about the power of global collaboration for a more sustainable future. Kenya has confirmed its participation at the Expo 2020 Dubai scheduled to take place between 1st October 2021 to 31st March 2022 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Pavilion is strategically located at the Opportunity District, next to the UAE Pavilion, and Al Wasl Plaza which is expected to attract heavy traffic during the Expo period. Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency is Kenya’s Responsible National Authority for the Expo Dubai 2020 which is the flagship project under the Ministry of Industry, Trade and Enterprise Development.
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Kenya Pavilion is themed “Feel the Energy” a representation of the Kenyan people’s warmth, hospitality, and heritage. The Pavilion aims to pass on that energy to its visitors, inspiring them to create their own opportunities and push for what seems impossible. Additionally, the Pavilion seeks to inspire renewed optimism that everyone can make a difference and show how collaboration can lead to lasting, positive change. Lord Mayor of the City of London, Alderman William Russell is expected to visit the Kenyan Pavilion on Monday 4th October 2021.
Lord Mayor of the City of London visits the Kenya Pavilion during the ongoing Expo 2020 Dubai.
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The Kenya Pavilion hosted the Rt Hon William Russel the 692nd Lord Mayor of the City of London. The visit at the side-lines of the ongoing Expo 2020 Dubai aims at strengthening Kenya’s relations with the UK. The Lord Mayor was accompanied by the Mayoress Hilary Chaplin, the incoming Lord Mayor, Vincent Keaveny who will step into the role on November 12th, 2021, among other dignitaries from the City of London and the UK Pavilion.
The Mayor commended Kenya on its achievements in the Education, Technology, infrastructure, manufacturing and Tourism sectors, noting the progress made so far in ensuring the growth of the country’s Economy. He acknowledged the long historical ties between UK and Kenya, which have strengthened and deepened the social economic and cultural relations between the two countries. The Lord Mayor also commended the country’s strides in wildlife conservation and the unique tourism offerings visitors to Kenya can enjoy. The Lord Mayor received an authentic Kenyan name, “Kipkorir” which means “born at dawn”, from a unique feature of the Kenya Pavilion that allows visitors to receive a digital Kenyan passport and a local name based on various parameters including time, season, character among others.
Kenya’s delegation was led by the Consul General to Dubai, His Excellency, Ambassador Peter Mwendwa HSC, Commissioner General Kenya Pavilion and CEO Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency (KEPROBA) Dr. Wilfred Marube, KEPROBA Board Directors Ms. Leah Aywah and Veronicah Okoth among other Kenya Pavilion staff.
The Lord Mayor RT Hon. William Russel is an international ambassador for the UK’s financial and professional services sector, he also heads the City of London Corporation, the governing body of the Square Mile dedicated to a vibrant and thriving City, supporting a diverse and sustainable London within a globally successful UK.
Consul General to Dubai, His Excellency, Ambassador Peter Mwendwa HSC gifts Mayoress Hilary Chaplin an authentic Made in Kenya "Kiondo" during her visit to the Kenya Pavilion.
From L-R Commissioner General Kenya Pavilion and CEO Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency (KEPROBA) Dr. Wilfred Marube and Consul General to Dubai, His Excellency, Ambassador Peter Mwendwa HSC looking on as the Rt Hon William Russel the 692nd Lord Mayor of the City of London signs the Visitors Book.
L-R Standing. Commissioner General Kenya Pavilion and CEO Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency (KEPROBA) Dr. Wilfred Marube, Rt Hon William Russel the 692nd Lord Mayor of the City of London and Consul General to Dubai, His Excellency, Ambassador Peter Mwendwa HSC. Sitting: Incoming 693rd Lord Mayor of the city of London, Hon. Vincent Keaveny, KEPROBA Board Directors Ms. Veronicah Okoth and Ms. Leah Aywah.
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Kenya’s Programme at Expo Dubai The table below highlights the main activities of Kenya’s programme at Expo Dubai between the months of October to December 2021.
OCTOBER 2021 Activity
Date
Start of Expo 2020 Dubai
1st October 2021
Thematic Business Forum on Opportunities in Climate and Biodiversity Speaker: Dr. Mary Njenga of ICRAAF (TBC)
4th October 2021
Dubai International Conference for Public Private partnership
Venue
DEC Hall 2A, South
TBC
Dubai International Conference for Public Private partnership
11th October 2021
TBC
Global Business Forum for Africa – Kenya’s showcase of Trade and Investment opportunities at the Expert Hub
13th - 14th October 2021
DEC North Hall 1
Official Launch of the Kenya Pavilion & Mashujaa Day Celebrations
20th October 2021
Kenya Pavilion,
Media briefing Official opening of the Kenya House at Dubai Global Village
Dubai Expo Briefing
Kenya Pavilion, TBC 26th October 2021
Kenya House at DGV, Confirmed
NOVEMBER 2021 Activity
Date
Venue
Thematic Business Forum on Opportunities in Urban and Rural Development Speaker: Mr. Maina Kiondo, LAPSSET, (TBC)
1st November 2021
DEC Hall 1C North
Kenya –Italy Partnership (Energy, Manufacturing, Tourism, Agriculture, Mining and Infrastructure) Infrastructure Business Forum
Expo Live Pavilion The Good Place, (TBC) 10th November 2021
Transport and Logistics Business Forum
DEC Hall 2A South, TBC DEC Hall 2A South, TBC
Housing Business Forum
11th November 2021
DEC Hall 2A South TBC
Run with the Champions, Expo Run
19th November 2021
Expo grounds
Coffee and/ or tea activations at the Oman Pavilion
21st November 2021
Oman Pavilion, TBC
Coffee and/or tea activations at the Bahrain Pavilion
25th November 2021
Bahrain Pavilion, TBC)
Run with the Champions, Dubai Run
26th November 2021
From Jebel Ali to Jumeirah; Downtown to Dubai Creek,
Monthly media briefing
29th November 2021
Kenya Pavilion,
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DECEMBER 2021 Activity
Date
Venue
Kenya’s Jamhuri Day Celebrations
12th December 2021
Kenya Pavilion,
Kenya’s Innovation Business Forum
Expo Live Pavilion The Good Place (TBC)
Thematic Business Forum on Opportunities in Knowledge and Learning Speaker: Prof. Charles Ochieng’ Ongóndo, Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (TBC)
14th December 2021
DEC Hall 2A South Terra Auditorium – (TBC)
ICT and Education Business Forum
16th December 2021
(TBC)
Partnership Meeting Italian Chamber of Commerce
17th December 2021
Kenya Pavilion
Coffee and/or tea activations at the Qatar Pavilion
19th December 2021
Qatar Pavilion, TBC
Monthly media briefing
29th December 2021
Kenya Pavilion, TBC
Kenya –Italy Partnership fora (Energy, Manufacturing, Tourism, Agriculture, Mining and Infrastructure)
• Kenya Trade Fair to exhibit Kenyan products at Dubai Global Village (DGV) throughout the Expo Period. • The Pavilion will be serving the Public throughout the Expo period. Coffee and Tea brewing and sampling will take place throughout the Expo period
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How to Participate in Expo 2020 Dubai • Expo 2020 Dubai opens its doors and welcomes the world to the World’s Greatest ShowA time to create, collaborate and innovate. • As we embark on the Expo 2020 Dubai, we are delighted to welcome you to the Kenyan Pavilion. Join us as we tell our story and showcase what Kenya has to offer to the world.
Help Desk
The official Kenya participation website is https://kenyaexpo2020.co.ke/ For more information, contact the following.
Description of Service
Contact Person
Dr. Wilfred Marube
Chiefex@brand.ke
2. Kenya Pavilion Director
Austin Macheso
Amacheso@brand.ke
3. Accreditation Process
Edgar Mutua
Emutua@brand.ke
4. Visa Application Process
Samwel Rere
Srere@brand.ke
5. Investment Support
Pius Rotich
rotichp@invest.go.ke
6. Exhibitors Support
Hilda Ogada
Hogada@brand.ke
7.
Celestine Rono
Crono@brand.ke
8. Stakeholder Liaison
Floice Mukabana
Fmukabana@brand.ke
9. Branding, Marketing and Communication
Maureen Mambo
Mmambo@brand.ke
10. Media Support
Joanne Wanjala
Jwanjala@brand.ke
11. General Enquiries
Duty officer
expodubai2020@brand.ke
1.
Commissioner General
Programming Coordination and support
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kenyaexpo2020.co.ke/