Uganda Independence Day 2023

Google Dooles 09.10.2023 02:16  Date: October 9, 2023 Today’s Doodle celebrates Uganda’s Independence Day. The African nation earned sovereignty after seventy years under British control. On this day in 1962, Uganda was officially declared a free state among the international community. Celebrations kick off in Kampala’s Kololo Ceremonial Grounds where Ugandans gather to watch the president speak to the country’s future. After speeches, parades of festive dancers and thumping bands march through the city. Later, people join their loved ones for traditional meals like the national dish matoke—mashed and steamed bananas served with meat. Today, Uganda’s national flag, like the one in today’s Doodle, flies high throughout the country. It features six stripes of three colors with a central crested crane. The black stands for country, yellow represents sunshine, and red symbolizes brotherhood. The flag was officially recognized on the day Uganda earned its independence. Happy Independence Day, Uganda! Location: Tags: