Burundi

Burundi had a 250sqm Pavilion within the Africa Joint Pavilion with an elegant design based on the "Co-Existence Between Man And Nature".

The exhibits within the pavilion consisted of Burundi's products from farming, fishery and traditional medicine. In addition, various industrial products and handicrafts unique to Burundi were also showcased in the pavilion as vivid illustrations of the theme.

The Burundi Pavilion was a dynamic area with regular performances from Burundi's world-famous drum artists and renowned dancers in elaborate traditional costumes.

Apart from the engaging entertainment, SYMA also built a Pub and Restaurant Area where visitors could sample some of Burundi's food and drinks, including local coffee and tea, and delicious appetizers from Tanganyika Lake.

The Gambia

The Gambia had a 250sqm Pavilion within the Africa Joint Pavilions.

The Gambia Pavilion was based on the theme "Changing Our Cities for a Better Life".

The entrance of the pavilion was a realistic simulation of the Arch 22 in Banjul, leading visitors to the capital of Banjul. As visitors passed through the arch and entered the pavilion, they were greeted by a simulation of the beach and seawater complete with sailing boats, beach chairs and umbrellas exhibiting the charm of this 'smiling coast of Africa'. There were 2 main areas in the pavilion: the 'natural life' and 'urban life' of The Gambia.

The area for natural life showcased The Gambia's rich ecological resources as an ecotourism destination, including Chimpanzees, birds, and other wildlife which allow visitors to bird watch. A sense of immersion was achieved with the help of realistic images and exhibits

The area for urban life consisted of exhibits that provided insights to The Gambia's rich culture including the world-famous Juffureh Village, the statue commemorating the liberation of the serfs, and the James Island which is a World Heritage Site.

Rwanda

Rwanda had a 250sqm Pavilion within the Africa Joint Pavilions with the theme "Kigali City: Heart of Rwanda's Economic Prosperity of a nation reborn".

The Rwanda Pavilion boasted a visitor-friendly design: 3 traditional kiosks in the center of the pavilion for visitors to rest and different sections with beautiful sceneries of Kigali and Rwandan specialties on display like tea, coffee and handicrafts.

A new image of Kigali city was presented in this pavilion utilizing sophisticated technologies to showcase the new look of Kigali, how people of Rwanda overcame the various challenges they faced and rebuilt the whole nation, its history and the country's progress. Investment opportunities were also highlighted, showing how important investment is to the development of Kigali and also to promote cross-culture dialogues with visitors.

Seating and resting areas were set up around the pavilion, allowing visitors to experience the Rwanda Pavilion in a well-rested state shielded from the high-paced rhythm of the World Expo 2010.

Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe also had a 250sqm Pavilion within the Africa Joint Pavilions.

The Zimbabwe Pavilion was based on the theme "Transforming Our Communities For A Better Life".

With a walk-through revolving around the 'countryside' and 'cities', the Zimbabwe Pavilion showcased the country's features as a 'house of stone', distinctive landscapes and unique African civilization.

The Pavilion had 3 highlights:

• Mystery of the House of Stone: the simulated stone house in the pavilion created a realistic experience for visitors to indulge in the Great Zimbabwe Ruins which had a mysterious allure that the houses of stone added to the country. The famous Zimbabwean stone sculptures were also on display, each of which symbolizes a specific spiritual belief and conveyed a specific cultural message.
• Zimbabwean Bird: In the center of this area perched the 'Zimbabwean Bird' - the symbol of the country and its citizens. The bird is not only the cultural icon of Zimbabwe but also represents the extraordinary achievements in the art of stone sculpture by Zimbabwe.
• Spectacular Victoria Falls: The pavilion also incorporated a majestic feature of Zimbabwe into its design - its waterfalls. The beautiful scenery of the Victoria Falls was presented by means of lighting and other effects conveyed a message the Zimbabwean's determination in raising their quality of life.

To fully convey these messages to visitors of the pavilion, a profound understanding of the Zimbabwean culture and a high-level of attention to detail were required. SYMA was successful in creating a pavilion that was true to the Zimbabwean culture and way of life resulting in a realistic glance into Zimbabwe through the pavilion.