Background and Education

Beatrice Atim Anywar was born on 9 January 1964 in Kitgum District, located in the Acholi sub-region of Northern Uganda. She pursued her early education in Uganda, culminating in an Advanced Diploma in Marketing from Makerere University Business School in 1991. She furthered her studies with a Bachelor of Public Administration from the Islamic University in Uganda in 2004, and later obtained a Master of Public Administration and Management from Makerere University. Additionally, she earned a Certificate in Democracy and Good Governance from Marquette University in the United States.

Professional Career

Anywar’s professional journey began in the private sector. From 1991 to 1993, she served as the Depot Manager at UFEL Uganda. She then worked as a Senior Marketing Officer at Vitafoam Uganda Limited between 1994 and 1995. Subsequently, she joined the National Water and Sewerage Corporation, where she worked in the commercial customer care office from 1996 to 2004.

Political Career

Beatrice Anywar entered Ugandan politics in 2006, contesting for the Kitgum Municipality parliamentary seat under the Forum for Democratic Change (FDC) party. She won the election and was appointed as the shadow minister for the environment during her first term in Parliament, owing to her environmental activism.

She gained national prominence for her role in the “Save Mabira Forest” campaign in 2007, opposing the government’s plan to allocate part of the forest to the Sugar Corporation of Uganda Limited (SCOUL) for sugarcane cultivation. Her activism earned her the nickname “Mama Mabira.”

In the 2016 parliamentary elections, after losing the FDC primaries, Anywar ran as an independent candidate and retained her seat. She later aligned with the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party. On 14 December 2019, she was appointed as the Minister of State for Environment in the Ugandan Cabinet.

Environmental Advocacy

As Minister of State for Environment, Anywar has been a vocal advocate for environmental conservation. She has called for stronger measures to combat climate change and has emphasized the need for global cooperation on climate-induced human mobility.

In her capacity, she has also addressed issues related to industrialization and its impact on the environment, urging for the adoption of clean technologies and sustainable practices.

Background and Education

Aisha Sekindi was born on 4 December 1970 in Uganda. She began her education at Kyato Muslim Primary School, completing her primary studies in 1984. She then attended Kadugala Secondary School, where she obtained her Uganda Certificate of Education in 1988. In 1995, she earned a Teachers Certificate from Kibuli Teacher Training College.

Academic Career

Sekindi commenced her professional journey in education as the Deputy Headteacher at Saint Kizito Primary School in Lwengo District, serving from 1997 to 2001.

Political Career

Transitioning into politics, Sekindi served as the Local Council V Councillor for Lwabenge and Secretary for Gender with the Masaka District Local Government between 2001 and 2007. She then held various administrative roles:

• Deputy Resident District Commissioner (RDC) for Kamuli District (2007–2011)
• Acting RDC for Buyende District (2010–2011)
• Deputy RDC for Tororo District (2011–2013)
• Deputy RDC for Lira District (2013–2014)

In 2016, Sekindi was elected as the Woman Member of Parliament for Kalungu District under the National Resistance Movement (NRM) party, defeating Aisha Naluyati Waligo of the Democratic Party. She retained her seat in the 2021 general elections.

On 6 June 2021, President Yoweri Museveni appointed her as the Minister of State for Water in the Ministry of Water and Environment.

Legislative Roles

As a legislator, Sekindi has been an active member of the Uganda Women Parliamentary Association (UWOPA) and has served on the Committee on Agriculture.

Background and Education

Dr. Alfred Okot Okidi is a seasoned Ugandan public administrator and finance professional. He pursued higher education at Heriot-Watt University, where he specialized in finance and strategic management. His academic background laid a strong foundation for his extensive career in financial management and public administration.

Professional Career

Dr. Okidi’s professional journey encompasses significant roles in both the public and private sectors. He served as the Chief Financial Officer at the National Water and Sewerage Corporation, where he was instrumental in overseeing financial operations and strategic planning.

In 2016, he was appointed as the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Water and Environment in Uganda. In this capacity, he has been responsible for setting national policies and standards, managing and regulating water and environmental resources, and determining priorities for water development and management in the country.

Expertise and Contributions

Dr. Okidi is recognized for his expertise in finance and accounts, corporate planning, management, administration, strategic planning, negotiations, corporate affairs, and internal auditing. He possesses specialized training and experience in accounting, financial management, corporate affairs, company secretarial practices, advertising and public relations, taxation, setting up financial systems and departments, internal auditing, and corporate compliance.

His leadership has been pivotal in advancing Uganda’s environmental policies and water resource management, contributing to sustainable development and environmental conservation efforts.

International Engagement

Dr. Okidi has represented Uganda in various international forums, including the Climate Mobility Talks at COP29, where he discussed the impacts of climate change and the importance of global cooperation in addressing environmental challenges.