International Day of Peace

Thirty years ago, the United Nations declared September 21 each year as International Day of Peace or World Peace Day.  It is celebrated by many nations and for this year Uganda's national celebration was held in Gulu.  Some Members of

MP returning to her seat

Parliament (MPs) took time to travel from the capital city to attend the celebrations held at the main grounds.  What I noticed -

On-stage with bodyguard

MPs are escorted by bodyguards from their seats up to the stage.  I wondered if they do the same everywhere else in Uganda, or was it just in Gulu.  I remember attending a funeral in Gulu where the Chief Mourner was the President.  I was not allowed to attend the services held in open air unless I leave my camera behind.  I complied, of course.
The cultural performances are always worth a picture.Despite the sweltering midday equatorial sun, performers like to wear jackets on stage.
And like in the Philippines, the crowd didn't pay much interest in speeches.
They'd rather go for showbiz personalities.