In a spectacular fusion of intellect, networking, and celebration, the Leadership and Governance Students Association of Makerere University Business School (MUBS) hosted its highly anticipated Leadership Summit Dinner 2026.
The high-profile event took place on Tuesday, 9th June 2026, at the elegant Hotel Eliana in Ntinda, drawing together an impressive crowd of student leaders, young professionals, academics, and policymakers.
Running under the timely and thought-provoking theme, "Leading in Uncertain Times," the summit set out to confront the unique socio-economic, institutional, and technological challenges modern leaders face. The evening proved to be an empowering masterclass in resilience, strategic thinking, and ethical governance.
The Vision Behind the Magic
The mastermind and primary orchestrator behind this transformative gathering was Romulus Tusingwiire, the former MUBS Guild President. Leveraging his extensive experience in student governance, Tusingwiire set out to bridge the gap between campus ambition and real-world boardroom dynamics.
"The Leadership Summit Dinner was more than just an event — it was the realization of a vision to create a platform where ideas, experiences, and aspirations converge to inspire transformational leadership," Tusingwiire noted. "Leadership is most impactful when it is tested during moments of uncertainty and change."
Words of Wisdom from Eminent Speakers
The summit attracted some of the country’s most celebrated minds, offering a rich tapestry of insights spanning business, politics, and social advocacy.
Prof. Maggie Kigozi (Guest of Honour): The legendary business leader and advocate energized the room, urging the next generation to anchor their leadership journeys in innovation, unwavering integrity, and lifelong learning. She emphasized that young people must step up actively to shape the future of Uganda and the broader global landscape.
Prof. Julius Kiiza (Keynote Speaker): Delivering a powerful keynote address on the central theme, Prof. Kiiza challenged the audience to tear up conventional, rigid leadership playbooks. He highlighted adaptability, strategic thinking, courage, and resilience as the non-negotiable tools needed to navigate today’s unpredictable economic and political environments.
A Powerhouse Panel
The evening's panel discussions brought raw, practical, and deeply moving perspectives to the floor:
Mr. Nesta Paul Katende (CEO & Founder, OTIC Foundation) lit a fire under the young entrepreneurs in the room, sharing lessons on purpose-driven leadership and creating a lasting social impact within local communities.
Hon. Patrick Obura (MP, Oyam South) brought the realities of public service to light, speaking passionately about the pillars of accountability, true representation, and servant leadership in solving Uganda's societal bottlenecks.
Mr. Bill Bekunda (Safe Places Uganda) delivered a deeply candid and emotional presentation on the realities of alcohol and drug abuse. He highlighted how substance abuse cripples youth potential and challenged the student leaders to build strong advocacy, prevention, and mental health support networks within their spheres of influence.
A Launchpad for Tomorrow
Beyond the heavy-hitting speeches, the atmosphere at Hotel Eliana was electric with networking. Students had the rare opportunity to interact directly with industry giants, securing mentorship and building bridges for their future careers.
As curtains fell on the Leadership Summit Dinner 2026, the room was filled with a palpable sense of renewed purpose. Thanks to the vision of former Guild President Romulus Tusingwiire, the dedication of the organizing team, and the support of key sponsors, the event did not just achieve its goals — it set a brand-new standard for student-led intellectual discourse at MUBS.
The messages of the night made one thing clear to Campus Plus: while the times may be uncertain, the future of Ugandan leadership is in incredibly safe hands.
