How iLead is shaping Uganda’s future leaders
Makerere University recently celebrated the inaugural graduation of students from the iLead John Maxwell Leadership Programme. The initiative aims to foster ethical and purpose-driven leadership among Uganda's youth.
Why it matters
It showcases efforts to improve governance and professional development in East Africa through structured leadership training.
_________________ When 34 students from Makerere University walked to the podium to receive certificates as the pioneer graduates of the Emerging Leaders Programme (ELP)'s SAFE - iLead John Maxwell Leadership Programme on Wednesday (June 3), they were celebrating far more than the completion of a course. They were taking their place in what organisers describe as a growing effort to raise ethical, resilient, and purpose-driven leaders for Uganda. From right, Opondo, Denye, Rugyema gracing the SAFE - iLead John Maxwell Leadership Programme inaugural graduation at Makerere University on Wednesday, May 3, 2026. (Photo by Nelson Kiva)
The article is a straightforward report on an educational milestone.
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