Nairobi — Nairobi's new skyline Global Trade Center (GTC) has announced the launch of a campaign to celebrate the rich history of the capital city as the country commemorates sixty years of independence.
The Campaign dubbed "MY Great Nairobi Photo Exhibition" will commemorate the evolution and development of Nairobi since independence and celebrate the city's rich history by showcasing Nairobi's skyline, its people, architecture, landmarks, road networks and Infrastructure, the rich culture and more.
The campaign will culminate with the setup of a photo gallery, which will display the evolution of Nairobi from a small dusty town to the bustling cosmopolitan and modern city it is today. The gallery will also showcase the history of Nairobi from the late 1800s to the present day.
The aim of My Great Nairobi Photo Exhibition project is to preserve the rich history of Nairobi, educate the general public, commemorate the upgraded and the new phase of the city to serve as a source of inspiration to the limitless possibilities of the world and celebrate the talent and creativity of the photographers who have poured their hearts and souls to capture the evolving city. - My Great Nairobi Photo Exhibition spokesperson - Shamim Malowa
Speaking during the launch, Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja says the initiative comes at a time when Kenyans need to be reminded of the beauty and heritage of their country, the resilience of its people, diversity and growth of the city through the years.
"GTC is calling on everyone to take part in this unique opportunity to be a part of Nairobi's history and contribute to the creation of a lasting tribute to the city." said Governor Sakaja.
Governor Sakaja noted that the "My Great Nairobi" "MY Great Nairobi Photo Exhibition" campaign is not just a one-way exhibition, but one that will involve public participation by asking Kenyans to share their memories/memoirs and stories of Nairobi through mygreatnairobi.co.ke the official website of the "MY Great Nairobi Photo Exhibition".
"We are thrilled to launch the "MY Great Nairobi Photo Exhibition" campaign and showcase Nairobi's rich history and development over the years. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for the public to learn more about the city's history while also introducing Nairobi Global Trade Center - GTC, a HOPSCA project ." noted General Manager Mr. Gong Yuxian
Located in the heart of Kenya's capital, the 41-storey GTC office tower-largest occupiable space in the region that boasts of a helipad is an ultimate premium city complex in East Africa that has positioned Kenya as a regional commercial hub, providing a one-stop-shop for investors to live, work and play.
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"Once The gallery is up and running, we encourage everyone to come and explore the gallery, view the apartments, explore the mall, and experience the lifestyle at GTC," Deputy General Manager Mr. Frank Wang said of the landmark flagship project of Kenya's Vision 2030 program.
We believe this campaign will highlight all that is special and exceptional about Nairobi and inspire more people to come and visit."
The campaign will also include a photographer's challenge to showcase photos of Nairobi's architecture, road networks, Infrastructure and skyline, Culture and sports with modern day photography.
Photographers with the best images will be recognized with awards and honored at the official opening event of the Nairobi Photo Exhibition Gallery.
Partners for the campaign include The Nairobi County, Kenya National Archives, National Museums of Kenya, Nairobi Gallery and the Mo Amin Foundation.
