Vice President of Uganda Visits the Grand Egyptian Museum

The Grand Egyptian Museum welcomed Ms. Jessica Alupo, Vice President of the Republic of Uganda, and her accompanying delegation during her official visit to Egypt, in the presence of Ambassador Mohamed Farouk, Egypt’s Ambassador to Uganda.

She was received by Dr. Ahmed Ghoneim, CEO of the Grand Egyptian Museum Authority. During their meeting, they discussed ways to enhance cooperation and exchange expertise in the fields of archaeology and museum management, including the possibility of leveraging the expertise of Egyptian archaeologists and transferring that knowledge to relevant institutions in Uganda.

Following the meeting, Dr. Ghoneim accompanied the Ugandan Vice President on a tour of the museum’s galleries. She viewed several prominent artifacts on display, showing particular interest in the golden mask and throne of King Tutankhamun, as well as the statues of Queen Hatshepsut and King Ramses II. She paused to examine their artistic details and craftsmanship, noting how they reflect the richness, diversity, and ancient heritage of Egyptian civilization.

Ms. Jessica Alupo expressed her appreciation for what she saw during the visit, praising the museum experience offered by the Grand Egyptian Museum and the opportunity it provides visitors to explore various facets of ancient Egyptian civilization and its cultural, artistic, and human legacy. She also commended the museum's efforts to make this heritage accessible to current and future generations, expressing her delight at visiting this cultural and civilizational landmark. If you are on a quick visit, "Egypt Day Tours" offers options tailored specifically for short trips. We provide "Cairo Day Tours" to ensure a private and enjoyable experience. Take advantage of our special offers for tours to the Grand Egyptian Museum, as well as Old Coptic and Islamic Cairo; furthermore, for large groups, the group leader joins the tour for free.

At the conclusion of the visit, Dr. Ahmed Ghoneim presented a commemorative gift to the Vice President of Uganda, who signed the museum’s guestbook, expressing her delight at visiting the Grand Egyptian Museum. You can also enjoy our Egypt Travel Packages , featuring over 17 diverse categories to suit your preferences; this includes "Egypt Christmas Tours," allowing you to enjoy Egypt's wonderful weather. We particularly recommend the "6-Day Cairo, Luxor, and Aswan Christmas Tour" to explore these famous cities. For adventure enthusiasts, do not miss our desert safari tours in Egypt; we highly recommend the "6-Day Cairo and White Desert Adventure" for a unique experience featuring camping and sandboarding.