Often described as bold and fearless, she was born in 1953, in Kashaari- Mbarara district. She is a pioneer on many fronts; lawyer, politician,
gender equality advocate, and a respected senior citizen. She has dedicated her life to fighting for gender equality, a cause she embraced since early childhood. With a Bachelors of Law degree from Makerere University and a Masters of law from the University of Warwick in England, she also holds an Honorary Doctor of Law from the University of Victoria, Canada in recognition of her lifelong dedication to women
empowerment, and the fight for justice, equality and fairness for all. A Minister of Ethics and Integrity, she spearheaded initiatives to build ethical standards and combat corruption in Uganda’s public service. Her contribution to the Constituent Assembly in Uganda played a crucial
role in shaping the 1995 constitution, with every clause concerning women benefiting from her attention and input.

Her name is Dr. Miria Rukoza Koburunga Matembe and she is 72 years old this year. Dr. Matembe teaches young people the art of dedication to something higher than self even if one is disagreeable and being open about our strengths and weaknesses as serve others.