The new board in a group photo with the Katikkiro.
The new health board is chaired by Dr. Jane Ruth Nassanga with Deputy Chair Dr. Francis Kakooza.
While inaugurating the board, the Katikkiro emphasized that His Majesty the Kabaka requires capable individuals to contribute to the development of Buganda. He urged everyone to use their abilities to serve the well-being of the Buganda nation. He encouraged members to fulfill their responsibilities diligently so that Buganda can continue to thrive.
Katikkiro also requested the board to develop a strategic plan and policies to advance healthcare in Buganda.
Leaders taking the oath.
He noted that healthcare in Buganda has deep roots, with doctors historically receiving support from the Kabaka’s administration. Over different reigns, the Kabakas expanded healthcare, with Ssekabaka Muteesa establishing hospitals, including those in Buvuma and Gombe in Butambala.
Kabaka Mutebi has continued to strengthen healthcare, particularly for children, by establishing hospitals, health centers, vaccination programs, fistula treatment, Hepatitis B prevention, and other maternal and child health initiatives.
The Minister of Community Development and Health in the Buganda Kingdom, Oweek Choltilda Nakate Kikomeko, thanked His Majesty the Kabaka for extending health services directly to the people, including hospitals in Mukungwe Buddu, Busimbi, Nsangi, and Bukalasa. She urged the new board to apply their expertise effectively in their assigned positions.
Current Board Members:
- Dr. Jane Ruth Nassanga – Chairperson
- Dr. Francis Kakooza – Deputy Chairperson
- Dr. Nicholas Mugagga
- Dr. Abbas Kabugo
- Kalungi James Kamanje
- Dr. Naluggya Betty
- Venatious Bbaale Kirwana
- Mubiru Micheal
- Francisca Kakooza – Legal Advisor