KAMPALA, UGANDA – Mercy K. Kainobwisho, Registrar General and CEO of the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB), has been recognized as the 2024 Outstanding Public Officer of the Year by the KACITA Quality Awards. This prestigious award adds to her impressive list of accolades, solidifying her reputation as a leader in public service, innovation, and corporate governance.
Kainobwisho’s remarkable achievements extend beyond Uganda’s borders, with influential roles in the Africa Regional Intellectual Property Organization (ARIPO) and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). Under her leadership, URSB has undergone significant reforms, including digitization and automation, earning the agency recognition as Government Agency of the Year in 2024.
Her commitment to empowering staff has been instrumental in URSB’s success. Kainobwisho’s leadership journey began early, with various roles from primary school to university and serving on several boards. Her numerous awards reflect her dedication and impact across diverse fields.
Some of her notable accolades include:
Outstanding Public Service Officer of the Year 2024 (KACITA Quality Awards)
Named among Uganda’s Most Outstanding CEOs (2023) by CEO Magazine
Africa Brand Leadership Excellence Award (2022)
Top Female Leader in Africa (2021)
Multiple Rotary International Awards (2020)
Kainobwisho’s impact extends beyond awards, driving progress and inspiring positive change in public service, corporate law, leadership, and intellectual property rights promotion across Uganda and Africa.
