Mercy K. Kainobwisho, the Registrar General, CEO, and Accounting Officer of the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB), has been celebrated with the 2024 Outstanding Public Officer of the Year award by the KACITA Quality Awards.
This accolade is a testament to her exceptional contributions to public service and her innovative leadership, marking just one of many recognitions Kainobwisho has received both locally and internationally.
Known for her work in public service, corporate governance, corporate law, and intellectual property, she stands out as a transformative figure in Uganda’s public sector.
Beyond her extensive duties at URSB, Kainobwisho plays an active role in the Africa Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO) and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), reflecting her influence on a global scale.
She has spearheaded critical reforms at URSB, such as the digitization and automation of records, which have greatly improved operational efficiency.
Under her leadership, URSB was named Government Agency of the Year in 2024, an honour that recognizes these transformative advancements.
A firm advocate for the importance of human resources, Kainobwisho has also focused on empowering URSB’s staff, implementing initiatives that enhance their benefits and development, and acknowledging them as central to the agency’s success.
Kainobwisho’s dedication to leadership began early and has only grown stronger over the years.
Her journey includes leadership roles from primary school to university, as well as service on multiple boards.
Her array of awards further highlights her impact, including:
Outstanding Public Officer of the Year 2024 – KACITA Quality Awards
Most Outstanding CEOs in Uganda (2023) – CEO Magazine
Best Fundraiser of the Year 2023 – Rotary Club of Bukoto’s school project in Kabutemba, Gomba District
Africa Brand Leadership Excellence Award (2022) – for advancing intellectual property and business development in Africa
Best Rotary District Officer (2021/22) – Rotary District 9213
Top Female Leader in Africa (2021) – Christian Women Network Association
Multiple Rotary International Awards (2020) – for leadership, community service, and women empowerment
Top 40 Most Influential Women in Africa (2019)
Top 40 under 40 Youth in Uganda (2017) – recognizing her contributions to law, leadership, and community service
Best Executive Secretary (2017/18) – Rotary Club of Bukoto
Outstanding Leadership Award (2016/17) – Rotary Club of Bukoto
Best Corporate Female Lawyer in Uganda (2017) – Uganda Law Society
Smartest Staff of the Year at URSB (2015) – for her service, professionalism, and dedication
Kainobwisho’s influence goes beyond these honours, reflecting her ongoing commitment to fostering progress and inspiring positive change.
Her leadership continues to drive excellence in public service, corporate law, and intellectual property rights, advancing not only Uganda but the African continent as a whole.
Mercy K. Kainobwisho Honored as 2024 Outstanding Public Officer of the Year
Comments are closed.