Lawrence Kiiza

Lawrence Kiiza
Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development
Appointed byYoweri Museveni
Chairman of Uganda Investment Authority
Personal details
BornKampala, Uganda
OccupationPolitician

Lawrence Kiiza is a Ugandan politician and businessman who is the current minister of Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development. He also served as the chairman of Uganda Investment Authority.[1] He was the Minister of Commerce, Industry, and Tourism of Uganda in 1996, as well as the Minister of State for Industry and Technology. He later served as the Director of Uganda Development Bank. [2]

Background

Early life and career

Kiiza was born in 1948 in the Western Region of Uganda. He was born in a family that was involved in farming and business. He began his political career in the 1980s, serving as a Member of Parliament for the Bushenyi District. He later became the Minister of State for Finance, Planning, and Economic Development, and then Minister of State for Industry and Technology. In 1996, he was appointed Minister of Commerce, Industry, and Tourism.[3][2]He has also been a strong advocate for private sector growth and entrepreneurship. [4][5]

Education

Kiiza holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Makerere University and a Master's degree in Business Administration from the University of Manchester.[6]

Allegations

Kiiza has faced allegations of corruption and embezzlement during his political career, particularly during his tenure as Minister of Commerce, Industry, and Tourism. However, he has consistently denied any wrongdoing.[7][8][2]

Legacy

Kiiza's contributions to Uganda's economic development are notable, particularly in the areas of trade and industry. Despite facing allegations of corruption, he remains a respected figure in Ugandan politics and business.

References

  1. ^ "Stanbic Bank, the Gold Winners pose for a photo with the Chief Guest Mr. Lawrence Kiiza". Breaking news on Christianity in Uganda and World. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
  2. ^ a b c "Lawrence Kiiza-Director Economic Affairs @ Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development-Emails and Phone Numbers". FlashIntel. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
  3. ^ "Uganda to establish special fund". New Vision. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
  4. ^ "Lawrence-Kiiza-1 | Sunrise". 2016-07-14. Retrieved 2024-03-13.
  5. ^ https://www.afdb.org/pt/news-and-events/fewer-projects-at-risk-in-uganda-portfolio-yet-challenges-remain-9617
  6. ^ https://allafrica.com/stories/200505231202.html
  7. ^ Lutaaya, Henry (2017-06-08). "2017/18 Budget: Is it possible to have new thinking with old thinkers, asks MUK Don | Sunrise". Retrieved 2024-03-13.
  8. ^ Ggoobi, Ramathan (2016-07-14). "Why implementation fails in Uganda | Sunrise". Retrieved 2024-03-13.