"I was propelled into a leadership role approximately eight months after starting my first job as a young graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology."

"I had minimal working experience, no professional or social networks to speak of, a questionable level of emotional intelligence, and no IT certifications to showcase on social media."

"As I progressed in my career, I became increasingly intentional about seeking mentorship."

"I can confidently say that many of my career advancements are due to the invaluable support I received from my mentors."

"I have witnessed firsthand how mentorship can be a powerful tool for personal and professional growth when objectives are clearly defined and consistently supported."

"I advise a new mentor to start by identifying shared interests or values with their mentee."

"This approach helps establish a good rapport and creates an environment where both parties feel comfortable engaging in dialogue."

"As this rapport grows, the mentor can guide the mentee through a self-evaluation of their skills, knowledge, challenges, opportunities, and goals."

"Based on my experience, allowing the mentee to assess themselves at this stage increases their self-awareness and empowers them to take full ownership of the areas where they need support."

"Specific objectives can be derived from this self-evaluation, and they should be SMART."

"Mutually agreed upon, well-documented, and regularly reviewed."

"It is equally important that these objectives align with the mentee’s personal goals, as this alignment increases the likelihood of achieving them."

"Innovation is more than just ushering in new technologies."

"It is about fostering a culture that embraces change, encourages inclusivity, and diligently works towards crafting a future where technology serves as a bridge to boundless opportunities."

"As we traverse this digital evolution, my mission remains steadfast."

"To empower, uplift, and inspire the next generation of tech enthusiasts to build a digitally proficient Uganda and a connected Africa."

"There are two sides to it, obviously the course itself, which you can see has been well thought-out in terms of the topics it covers; and then the people and the connections that you make and the learning from each other."

"My fellow Ugandans, who I’d previously met in Uganda."

"We’ve had more time to interact and discuss issues and come up with ideas."

"Then there’s the debate."

"I really enjoy the open debate, thinking, looking at things in other ways, getting other perspectives on things."

"That was what I was hoping for and I am definitely getting that."

"In Uganda, my colleagues and I are dealing with operational issues related to the sector."

"We have a chance to think, away from the day-to-day."

"The conversations are more strategic, more long-term, as opposed to the operational stuff we are dealing with every day when we are in meetings."

"In Uganda, we must begin seeing women as human beings, not as property. I demand a public apology from MP Twinamatsiko to all women in Uganda, delivered through the same television station he used to make his harmful statement that women should be beaten."

"Why are the small cats taken to prison while the big cat is left free? No one is above the law in this country. Will we ever see the General face trial in a court of law for brutalizing a woman here?"

"I never look at competition but work on how to make my wine better."

"I started with nothing; and reached where I did."

"If I am going to be associated to anyone, they should embody the values that I embody. I cannot be of you, if you cannot showcase broadly the values that I stand for."