5 AUGUST2025W MAN LEADERGLOBAL W MAN LEADERGLOBAL Editor's NoteWomen Leaders Are the Future of an Equitable & Prosperous Uganda The world which comprises of nearly 50 percent female population has so far failed in providing women opportunities and privileges and given to men. Gender-parity has been a distant dream. While some nations and regions have made greater progress than others, yet women globally continue to strive for an equal share in the opportunities and resources that men receive.Let's take a closer look at the Sub-Saharan country, Uganda. Although it fares better when compared to other Sub-Saharan nations, yet Uganda still has a long way to go. The country has been able to achieve an adult literacy rate higher than other Sub-Saharan countries, yet the literacy is higher among men than women. Women have gradually also made a mark in the political arena with 33.9% of seats in the Ugandan parliament being held by women as of February 2024. Women's labour force participation has also improved over the years in Uganda. In 2024, the labor force participation rate among females is 76.5 percent. However, the numbers dwindle when we look at women's representation in leadership roles with only 27.7 percent of senior and middle management roles being held by women as of 2021. A lot of work remains to be done in terms of improving the gender pay gap and information and communications technology skills among Ugandan women. But the women of the nation are optimistic. Healthcare entrepreneur Teddy Nalwanji believes that things are looking up. "Today in Uganda, we have one of the highest rates of women-owned businesses, about 40 percent of all businesses in the country are owned by women... Our State Minister of Finance for Investment and Privatization, Hon. Evelyn Anite, is a woman. This is significant because she is in a position to address the challenges faced by women operating in Uganda's economy," says Teddy in a conversation with the GWL team. Much like Teddy, Uganda is built of the foundation of strong women, a few of whom have been featured in the current edition of the GWL magazine. The foremost name is Teddy Nalwanji, medical doctor co-founded Bulamu Bridge AI Technologies which is a Uganda-based digital health care company. Her work has been recognized by the Tony Elumelu Foundation, African Development Bank,The Social Innovation Warehouse as well.Another noteworthy name is Dorothy Wegoye, the Managing Director of D&M Group International for over 13 years. In Uganda, she is a well-known name in the agro-business industry with skills in oral and written communication as well as presentation. These amazing women are joined by Priscilla Mirembe Serukka, MD, Kairos Consult. With over 15 years of regional leadership experience, Priscilla is a visionary NGO and development sector executive. She brings deep expertise in strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement, and organizational development. We also feature an interview with Nada Andersen, the Founder & Chairman of Canine Association Uganda, who works with the passion for people and human achievement. She is a Predictive Index Certified Trainer and Final Cut Pro Certified Editor, as well as a broadcaster and a fine artist. These prolific women are the future of an equitable and prosperous Uganda. Read more about them in our current magazine edition and do let us know your thoughts. Rachita SharmaManaging Editor
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