By Caroline Nassuuna
Communications Officer
ICPAU
The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) has honoured its distinguished members for their outstanding service to the Institute and the accountancy profession during the Presidential dinner held on 30 April 2025 at Hotel Africana, Kampala.
The event recognised individuals who have, since the Institute’s inception voluntarily contributed to the advancement of the profession and the nation. These include members who have served on various committees of Council, the ICPAU Secretariat, and the Council itself.
In his opening remarks, CPA Derick Nkajja, the Secretary/CEO of ICPAU, acknowledged the crucial role these members have played in the Institute’s success.
“Today, we celebrate and remember the past, while looking forward to the continuous growth of our profession. We honour those who freely gave their labour for the service of the nation,” he stated.
More than 200 individuals were recognised at the glamorous evening, including current and former Council members, committee members, and past Presidents of the Institute. The occasion was a true celebration of leadership, service, and legacy in the accountancy profession.
In her address, ICPAU Council President, CPA Josephine Okui Ossiya, paid special tribute to the Institute’s founders, describing them as passionate visionaries with limited means but immense dedication.
“From a crammed, single-roomed office with just six staff members in 1998, the Institute has grown remarkably. Today, we own several properties, including a multi-billion-shilling modern construction project underway at Plot 42, Bukoto Street. We also have acres of freehold land in Lubowa and recently acquired land for the development of a state-of-the-art examination centre in Kampala,” she said.
CPA Ossiya also honoured departed leaders, including Fawn Cousens and Pius Bahemuka, for their foundational contributions to the Institute.
“They laboured to impact the lives of both today and tomorrow,” she noted.
Speaking on behalf of the honourees, CPA Stephen Ineget, Chairperson of the Financial Reporting (FiRe) Awards Committee, expressed deep appreciation to the Institute.
“Gratitude is key to growth and progress. Recognising the work of those who have built ICPAU over the years is both commendable and necessary. I applaud the Institute for this thoughtful gesture,” he remarked.
The 2025 President’s Dinner came at a time when the current ICPAU Council is preparing to conclude its term of service. Since taking office in 2023, the Council has achieved several milestones: establishing a research arm for the Institute, introducing masterclasses tailored to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) goals, automating member and student services, setting up a benevolent fund for bereavement support, and launching Regional Member Networks to strengthen the presence of accountancy across the country.
The evening was not only a tribute to the past but also a reaffirmation of the Institute’s commitment to shaping a vibrant and sustainable future for the accountancy profession in Uganda.
The following past Council and Committee members were recognised:
Crystal award (CA2022-10)
S/N |
Name |
Position |
Years |
|
CPA George W. Egaddu |
1st President |
1994-2001 |
|
CPA David D. Opiokello |
2nd President |
2001-2004 |
|
CPA Fulgensius Mungereza |
3rd President |
2004-2007 |
|
CPA Joseph M.B Baliddawa |
4th President |
2007-2010 |
|
CPA Narendra A. Thakkar |
5th President |
2010-2013 |
|
CPA Ben Patrick Kagoro |
6th President |
2013-2016 |
Chairperson |
2019-2024 |
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|
CPA Protazio Begumisa |
7th President |
2016-2018 |
|
CPA Frederick Kibbedi |
8th President |
2018-2021 |
|
CPA Constant Othieno Mayende |
9th President |
2021-2023 |
Crystal award (CAA-JC 08)
|
CPA Ben Okello Luwum |
Interim Secretary |
1993-1994 |
|
CPA Pius K. Bahemuka |
Secretary/CEO |
1995-1999 |
|
CPA Gerard Mbalire Kasanya |
Secretary/CEO |
1999-2010 |
Crystal award (CAA-JC 20)
|
CPA John F.S Muwanga |
ICPAU Council Ex-Officio |
1996-2010 |
|
CPA Gustavio O.L. Bwoch |
ICPAU Council Ex-Officio |
1999-2010 |
|
CPA Stephen Ineget |
ICPAU Council Member |
2018-2023 |
|
CPA Geoffrey Byamugisha |
ICPAU Council Member |
2018-2023 |
|
CPA Harriet Nabuufu Kiwanuka |
ICPAU Council Member |
2016-2021 |
|
CPA Edna Isimbwa Rugumayo |
ICPAU Council Member |
2016-2021 |
|
CPA Ruth Doreen Mutebe Nseko |
ICPAU Council Member |
2013-2021 |
|
CPA Uthman Mayanja |
ICPAU Council Member |
2013-2018 |
|
Eng. Isaac Kasana |
ICPAU Council Member |
2016-2018 |
|
CPA Simeon Wanyama |
ICPAU Council Member |
2010-2018 |
|
CPA Henry Lwetabe |
ICPAU Council Member |
2010-2013 |
|
Godfrey Ssemugooma |
ICPAU Council Member |
2010-2020 |
|
CPA Keto Kayemba |
ICPAU Council Member |
2009-2021 |
|
CPA Muhammed Moses Ssempijja |
ICPAU Council Member |
2007-2013 |
|
CPA Jaqueline Busingye |
ICPAU Council Member |
2007-2013 |
|
CPA David Tushabomwe |
ICPAU Council Member |
2004-2010 |
|
CPA Murtuza Dalal |
ICPAU Council Member |
2004-2013 |
|
CPA Everist Bariyo Mwesigye |
ICPAU Council Member |
1998-2007 |
|
CPA Stephen M. Turyahikayo |
ICPAU Council Member |
1994-1998 |
|
CPA George W. Egaddu |
ICPAU Council Member |
1995-2004 |
|
CPA David D. Opiokello |
ICPAU Council Member |
1995-2007 |
|
CPA Fulgensius Mungereza |
ICPAU Council Member |
1995-2010 |
|
CPA Joseph M.B Baliddawa |
ICPAU Council Member |
1995-2010 |
|
CPA Narendra A. Thakkar |
ICPAU Council Member |
1995-2014 |
|
CPA Ben Patrick Kagoro |
ICPAU Council Member |
2007-2013 |
|
CPA Protazio Begumisa |
ICPAU Council Member |
2010-2016 |
|
CPA Frederick Kibbedi |
ICPAU Council Member |
2013-2018 |
|
CPA Constant Othieno Mayende |
ICPAU Council Member |
2018-2021 |
Crystal award (CAA-JC 27)
|
CPA Jennifer Muhuruzi |
Quality Assurance Board |
Member |
2020-2024 |
|
CPA Juliet Stella Mutesi |
Quality Assurance Board |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Patrick Michael Ayota |
Quality Assurance Board |
Member |
2021-2024 |
|
CPA Mary Nalwoga Maurice Mukokoma |
Quality Assurance Board |
Member |
2018-2020 |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2013-2015 2021-2022 |
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|
CPA Regina Kimera |
Quality Assurance Board |
Member |
2021-2024 |
|
CPA Sheila Ssemugooma |
Quality Assurance Board |
Member |
2018-2022 |
|
CPA Miriam Ekirapa Musaali |
Quality Assurance Board |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA George W. Opiyo |
Disciplinary Committee |
Member |
2011-2018 |
|
CPA Johnson Semikore |
Disciplinary Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
|
CPA Sam R.L Bisase |
Disciplinary Committee |
Member |
2011-2013 |
|
CPA Rupam Bhatia |
Disciplinary Committee |
Member |
2011-2013 |
|
Mr. Bernard Bamwine Muhangi |
Disciplinary Committee |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
Ms. Florence Olango Oyella |
Disciplinary Committee |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Gervase Ndyanabo |
Disciplinary Committee |
Member |
2019-2024 |
|
CPA Justine Nnanyange Tumwesigye |
Disciplinary Appeals Committee |
Member |
2016-2024 |
Disciplinary Committee |
Member |
2009-2013 |
||
|
CPA Robert Kajoro |
Disciplinary Appeals Committee |
Member |
2018-2022 |
Projects Development Committee |
Member |
2010-2011 |
||
|
CPA Walter Yorac Nono |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2013-2024 |
|
CPA Hadihah Ssali Nakafeero |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Michael Mayanja Lugemwa |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Denis Turyamureeba |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA John C. Ntale Kayondo |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2011-2013 |
Finance & Administration Committee |
Member |
2009-2011 |
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|
CPA Paul Olweny |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2009-2013 |
|
CPA Eric Settuba |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2010-2011 |
|
CPA Paul Mugoya Waiswa |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2010-2011 |
|
CPA Wilson U. Othieno |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2009-2011 |
|
CPA Samuel Sejjaaka |
Public Accountants Examinations Board |
Member |
2009-2015 |
Education Committee |
Member |
2009-2010 |
||
Events Management Committee |
Member |
2009-2013 |
||
|
CPA Peter Ssenyange |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Edson Serve Ashabahebwa |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Michael Wanyama Opiema |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2018-2022 |
|
CPA Disan Musoke |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
|
CPA Emmanuel Zinabala |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
|
CPA Gerald Nuwamanya |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Paul Kayongo |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Edrinah Nambalirwa |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2018-2020 2023-2024 |
|
CPA Charles Redri Oguttu |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2018-2020 |
Technical Committee |
Member |
2010-2018 |
||
|
CPA Yahudu .B.H Wadembere |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2009-2011 |
|
CPA Ronald Akankwasa |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2009-2013 |
|
CPA Paul Lobe |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2009-2013 |
|
CPA Daniel R. Makayi Nangalama |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Hassan B. Musinguzi |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Stella Musisi |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Sam Ntulume |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Sylvia Naigaga |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Fred Andema |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2011-2018 |
|
CPA Elias Kabenge |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2010-2018 |
Marketing Committee |
Member |
2009-2011 |
||
|
CPA Clare Agaba |
Marketing Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2010-2013 |
||
|
CPA Anil Patel |
Marketing Committee |
Member |
2009-2018 |
|
CPA Geoffrey Jungiera |
Marketing Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
|
CPA Kenan Kamolu |
Marketing Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
|
CPA Frank Kasule |
Marketing Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
|
CPA Anthony Kitongo |
Marketing Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
|
CPA Victoria Bakulumpagi |
Marketing Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
|
CPA Anthony Kintu Mwanje |
Marketing Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
|
CPA Mustapha Mugisa |
Marketing Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2010-2013 |
||
|
CPA Luke Nkuubi |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2013-2018 |
|
CPA Paul Senyomo |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2011-2013 |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2021-2022 |
||
|
CPA James Okello Onyoin |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Nightingale Mirembe Ssenoga |
Finance, Planning & Administration |
Member |
2013-2018 2021-2022 |
|
CPA David Frederick Kasumba |
Projects Management Committee |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Alice Nyangoma |
Projects Management Committee |
Member |
2018-2022 |
|
CPA Daniel Balibonaki Mwase |
Projects Management Committee |
Member |
2013-2020 |
|
CPA Joseph Mukisa Lubega |
Projects Management Committee |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Eric Lutwama |
Projects Management Committee |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Elijah Tugume |
Projects Management Committee |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Blessed Jesca Nansove |
Projects Management Committee |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Kelvin Musana Mubanga
|
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Edward Sempala Mbuga |
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2009-2018 |
|
CPA Dan Namwanza Badebye |
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2013-2022 |
|
CPA Pamela Sozi |
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2009-2011 |
|
CPA Deus Tirwakunda |
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2010-2018 |
|
CPA James Ekonga |
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2011-2013 |
|
CPA Andrew Ssentumbwe |
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2011-2018 |
|
CPA David Senoga |
Education committee |
Member |
2010-2011 |
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
||
|
CPA Mathias Bazongoza Tumwesigye |
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2011-2018 |
|
CPA Julius Mununuzi Tegiike |
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Hitesh Mahendra Mehta |
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2013-2020 |
Education Committee |
Member |
2009-2013 |
||
|
CPA Diana Mwondha |
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Sylvia Byekwaso |
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA John Muhaise Bikalemesa |
Events Management Committee |
Chairperson |
2013-2018 |
|
CPA Prossy Nakigozi |
Events Management Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
|
CPA Martin Relson Okwir |
Technical Committee |
Member |
2009-2011 |
|
CPA Sameer Thakkar |
Technical Committee |
Member |
2011-2013 |
Events Management Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
||
|
CPA Joselyn Nakasi |
Events Management Committee |
Member |
2019-2024 |
|
CPA Michael Owena |
Events Management Committee |
Member |
2018-2022 |
|
CPA Anne Rose Namatovu |
Events Management Committee |
Member |
2018-2022 |
|
CPA Jitesh Ramniklal Bhatt |
Professional Standards Committee |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Sumesh Joseph D’Cruz |
Professional Standards Committee |
Member |
2018-2020 |
Public Practice Panel |
Chairperson |
2018-2020 |
||
Taxation & Economic Policy Panel |
Member |
2021-2022 |
||
|
CPA Sarah Nankya Tumwesigye |
Professional Standards Committee |
Member |
2018-2020 |
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2009-2011 |
||
Internal Audit Panel |
Chairperson |
2018-2020 |
||
|
CPA Joel Kale Byaruhanga |
Professional Standards Committee |
Member |
2016-220 |
Industry & Business Panel |
Chairperson |
2018-2022 |
||
|
CPA Fixon Akonya Okonye |
Technical Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
|
CPA Henry Duku |
Technical Committee |
Member |
2011-2018 |
|
CPA Christine Mugume |
Technical Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
|
CPA James Musabe Magson |
Technical Committee |
Member |
2013-2018 |
Members Services Committee |
Member |
2011-2013 |
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|
CPA Julius Rwajekare |
Technical Committee |
Member |
2011-2018 |
|
CPA Julius Bamuturaki Mwesigye |
Technical Committee |
Member |
2011-2013 |
|
CPA Sophia Kyomuhendo |
Technical Committee |
Member |
2011-2013 |
|
CPA Julius Tumuhimbise |
Professional Standards Committee |
Member |
2018-2022 |
Planning & Development Committee |
Member |
2013-2015 |
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|
CPA Barbara Muchilwa |
Planning & Development Committee |
Member |
2011-2013 |
|
CPA Kenneth Brian Amagu |
Planning & Development Committee |
Member |
2011-2013 |
|
CPA Peter Kajubi |
Projects Development Committee |
Member |
2010-2011 |
|
CPA Kenneth Senyondwa |
FiRe Awards Committee |
Member |
2010-2013 |
|
CPA Florence Nviri Kawuma |
FiRe Awards Committee |
Member |
2010-2013 |
|
CPA Moses Misach Kajubi |
FiRe Awards Committee |
Member |
2010-2013 |
|
CPA Emmanuel Muwazi |
Projects Development Committee |
Member |
2010-2011 |
|
CPA Betty Higenyi Naula |
Professional Standards Committee |
Member |
2021-2024 |
Education & Research Committee |
Member |
2015-2018 |
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|
CPA Arnold Ahereza |
Professional Standards Committee |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Hillary Akuku |
Professional Standards Committee |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Stephen Hamya |
Internal Audit Panel |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Ambrose Ekaju |
Internal Audit Panel |
Member |
2021-2022 |
Public Practice Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
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|
CPA Ida Pamela Nabatanzi |
Internal Audit Panel |
Member |
2018-2022 |
|
CPA John Bosco Turyaheebwa |
Internal Audit Panel |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Henry Matovu Iga |
Internal Audit Panel |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Innocent Amanya |
Internal Audit Panel |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Ibrahim Abayo |
Internal Audit Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Benson Barigye |
Internal Audit Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Alex Anganya |
Internal Audit Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Patrick Musoke |
Internal Audit Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Andrew Kawere |
Industry and Business Panel |
Member |
2018-2024 |
|
CPA Terry Namagga |
Industry and Business Panel |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Bruno Muhindi |
Industry and Business Panel |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Fred Paul Nangalama |
Industry and Business Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Allan Kyambadde Musoke |
Industry and Business Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Florence Nakyambadde |
Industry and Business Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Denis Kizito |
Industry and Business Panel |
Member |
2018-2022 |
|
CPA Elizabeth Nyarobbo |
Industry and Business Panel |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Richard Asiimwe |
Industry and Business Panel |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Mary Matama Milly Maganda |
Industry and Business Panel |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Medgar Muhimbisa |
Industry and Business Panel |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Nitinkumar Unadkat |
Industry and Business Panel |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA James Njoroge |
Industry and Business Panel |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Baker Ssekitto |
Public Practice Panel |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Thomson Peter S. Kwizina |
Public Practice Panel |
Member |
2018-2022 |
|
CPA Moses Kayonga Busingye |
Public Practice Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Innocent Mugangaizi |
Public Practice Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Ronald Amega |
Public Practice Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Nicholas Sekyali |
Public Practice Panel |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Bernard Fred Ochan |
Public Practice Panel |
Member |
2018-2022 |
|
CPA Freda Kaheru Agaba |
Public Practice Panel |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Uday Chandubhai Bhalara |
Public Practice Panel |
Member |
2021-2024 |
|
CPA Ceasar Ediomu |
Public Practice Panel |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Edward Ssendiwala |
Public Practice Panel |
Member |
2021-2024 |
|
CPA James Oriekot |
Public Practice Panel |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Charles Alumai |
Public Sector Panel |
Chairperson |
2023-2024 |
Public Sector Panel |
Member |
2018-2024 |
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|
CPA Swalley Sully Ssenteza |
Public Sector Panel |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Charles Alumai |
Public Sector Panel |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Agnes Sukie Bainomugisha |
Public Sector Panel |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Abdul Mubiru |
Public Sector Panel |
Member |
2018-2022 |
|
CPA Isaac Kyaligonza |
Public Sector Panel |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Chrispus Aruho |
Public Sector Panel |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Annet Musiime |
Public Sector Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Paul Sserwadda |
Public Sector Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Moses Aleper |
Public Sector Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Charles Mushabe Mugisha |
Public Sector Panel |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Thadeus Sempijja |
Public Sector Panel |
Member |
2023-2024 |
Internal Audit Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
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Technical Committee |
Member |
2010-2011 |
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CPA Charles Kabunga |
Taxation & Economic Policy Panel |
Member |
2021-2024 |
|
CPA Martin Makumbi |
Taxation & Economic Policy Panel |
Member |
2021-2024 |
|
CPA Allan Barekye Mugisha |
Taxation & Economic Policy Panel |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Julius Kenneth Okurut |
Taxation & Economic Policy Panel |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Andrew Lubega |
Taxation & Economic Policy Panel |
Member |
2023-2024 |
|
CPA Chelangat Sarah Muzungyo |
Taxation & Economic Policy Panel |
Member |
2018-2022 |
Finance & Administration Committee |
Member |
2011-2018 |
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CPA Madina Nabutono |
Taxation & Economic Policy Panel |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Ronald Kaweesi Kayizzi |
Taxation & Economic Policy Panel |
Member |
2018-2022 |
|
CPA Charles Kabunga |
Taxation & Economic Policy Panel |
Member |
2021-2022 |
|
CPA Timothy Basiimampora Tirwomwe |
Taxation & Economic Policy Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Justus Rutebemberwa |
Taxation & Economic Policy Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Baker Nyakaana |
Taxation & Economic Policy Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Eva Nyakana |
Taxation & Economic Policy Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |
|
CPA Stuart Wakiniagi Mutusya |
Taxation & Economic Policy Panel |
Member |
2018-2020 |