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Ugandan First Lady Janet Kataha Museveni has been recognized as the Most Decent First Lady in Africa in 2024 by Decent Africa.
Established in 2014, Decent Africa is a subsidiary of HiPipo, dedicated to advancing women’s decency, empowerment and financial inclusion.
Decent Africa champions the principles of decency and integrity, ensuring that women’s empowerment is integral to economic and social progress across the continent.
The First Lady, who also serves as Uganda’s Education Minister, received the award at her 76th birthday celebration at Uweso Masulita Children’s Village. She was accompanied by President Yoweri Museveni and members of the First Family, among other dignitaries.
The Decent Africa Patron, Owek. Hon. Joyce Nabbosa Ssebugwawo noted that First Lady Janet Museveni had been identified as a remarkable individual who has consistently demonstrated the highest standards of decency, integrity, and dedication to the people of Uganda and beyond.
This is the second time in 10 years that the Uganda First Lady is coming on top of this prestigious list that ranks African First Ladies based on a broad spectrum of criteria, including Respectful Presentation, Integrity and Authenticity, Event and Context Appropriateness, Representation of Cultural Heritage, Exemplary Demeanour and Composure, Engagement in Public Roles, Accessibility and Relatability, Consistency with Public Messaging, Expressive Body Language, and Overall Cultural and Social Impact.
Minister Ssebugwawo also invited the First Lady to this year’s Decent Africa Summit in December 2024, where the rest of the top 10 First Ladies in Africa will be crowned.
Led by Innocent Kawooya, Decent Africa has become the premier platform for promoting Decent Fashion, transcending African borders and influencing global fashion ecosystems.
According to Kawooya, First Ladies in Africa play a crucial role in their communities. However, many have yet to invest in digital public representation. Establishing a strong online presence and maintaining comprehensive, user-friendly websites is essential for enhancing public awareness and engagement.
