Kenya's Expo 2020 Dubai Briefing - 01

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

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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

Email

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/