She is a veteran politician and diplomat who has served Uganda with distinction in various capacities. A former Minister of Agriculture and Minister of Gender, Labour, and Social Welfare, she is a woman with strong leadership skills which she has used to contribute to the economic growth of Uganda. Her tireless efforts to promote gender equality, empower women, and improve agricultural practices have positively impacted the lives of Ugandans and positioned her as a champion of social development.

She was a representative for the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in China, Mongolia, South Korea, and Ethiopia. She is currently chairperson of the governing board of the Uganda Agribusiness Alliance. Its purpose is to unite all those involved in the industry to best optimize their ability to profitably and sustainably pursue global opportunities in agriculture. She turned 75 years old last Saturday and her name is Hon. Victoria Sekitoleko

Born in July 1941, she is an educationist and politician who has dedicated her life to the improvement of the education system in Uganda. Bitamazire is the Chancellor of the Uganda Management Institute and was a minister of education and sports (twice) where she spearheaded numerous initiatives and reforms that have positively impacted the education sector. Previously, she served as a director of the East African Harbors Corporation, part of the East African Community, headteacher of Tororo Girls School, and senior education officer in the Ministry of Education. She served as a member of parliament representing Mpigi district women. With her vast experience, Bitamazire has tirelessly worked towards ensuring quality education for all Ugandan citizens, especially those from underdeveloped communities. Her unwavering commitment to education has empowered individuals and equipped them with the skills necessary for sustainable development. She is a role model for women in leadership. One of her major contributions was spearheading the rollout of the Universal Primary Education (UPE) program which is a foundation of the education sector and has benefited millions of Ugandans.

Her name is Geraldine Namirembe Bitamazire and she turns 82 in July this year.

She is an Associate Professor of Performing Arts, she has taught Drama, Theatre Marketing, and Folklore since 1995 at the Performing Arts and Film Department at Makerere University. Dr. Ntangaare is a playwright, dramatist poet, storyteller, and creative writer. Her book, A History of Theatre Development in Uganda, was the first ever historical documentation of Uganda’s theatre. She is a founder of Eastern Africa Theatre Institute (EATI), a regional theatre network operating in Uganda, Tanzania, Kenya, and Ethiopia, and director of the Theatre Documentaries company to produces rare, unique, high-value theatre and entertainment for children, youth, and general audiences in Uganda. The institute distinguishes itself for the performance of theatre classics, circus theatre, mime, theatre sports, Ugandan ethnic art, and culture. Her name is Dr. Mercy Mirembe Ntangaare