Connecting Leaders Inspiring Change Building Uganda
Bringing together Uganda's Chevening alumni to build lasting connections, champion leadership, mentor future changemakers, and create meaningful impact across communities, institutions, and industries.
About Chevenning Uganda
A Network of Chevening Alumni Advancing Leadership and Change
The Chevening Alumni Association of Uganda is a vibrant community bringing together all recipients of the prestigious Chevening Scholarship from Uganda since its inception in 1983. Established in 2019, the association works alongside the British High Commission in Kampala to strengthen connections, promote mentorship, and support social initiatives that inspire leadership and contribute to community transformation.
Chevening's Impact On Society
3,800
Chevening scholars have taken over 3,800 hours out of their intense academic schedules to volunteer for organisations in the UK in 2025/2026
140+
Chevening brings together leaders from 140+ countries and territories, creating networks and shared visions that span the world.
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Chevening’s global alumni network includes 22 current or former heads of state or government. Chevening Alumni excel in a variety of fields outside of politics too.
Your Chevening
Alumni Experince
When you Join Chevening Alumni Association Uganda, here are some of the somethings you will experience while here
Stay educated
Continue your learning with access to professional programs, events and conferences, including a
Stay connected
Build and maintain relationships with peers across sectors through events, chapters and the alumni network.
Stay inspired
Share your experience, mentor others, and contribute to the future of public sector leadership through speaking, and mentoring.
Stay informed
Access curated research, insights and updates to stay current on the issues shaping public sector leadership and governance.
What Drives Chevening
Excellence
We are committed to achieving excellence in whatever we do.
Integrity
We do what is right no matter what we are doing, even when that’s the harder option.
Inclusion
We value diversity and understand each of us has something beautiful to contribute.
Kampala Youths ABCs for
Waste and Climate Action
CAAU is implementing the ‘Kampala Youths ABCs for Waste and Climate Action’ project which is engaging young people to act on the #ClimateCrisis
Focusing on waste management, the project is encouraging young people to follow the ABCs of climate action;
- A - Adopt a positive attitude towards climate action
- B - Be mindful of your behavioral choices and their impact
- C - Connect with your community and promote sustainable practices
Chevening Alumni Asked to Lead
By Example, Transform Uganda
– Daily Monitor
Uganda alumni of the British Government’s prestigious Chevening scholarship have been asked to use their higher education knowledge, skills and values to re-engineer leadership in the country. Delivering a keynote address, Court of Appeal judge, Justice Geoffrey Kiryabwire said “we need to localise what we have learnt there [in the United Kingdom]. This was at the Chevening Scholarship 40th anniversary celebrations in Kampala on Tuesday 28th November 2023
Our Head Team
Nicholas Okot,
Chairperson
Shamim Ibrahim,
Community Liaison Officer
Silvester Bwetabure
Vice Chairperson
Bruna Patricia Acam
Legal and Compliance Officer
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
If you have any further questions, feel free to contact us info@cheveningugnada.com
What is the Chevening Alumni Association of Uganda?
The Chevening Alumni Association of Uganda is a network that brings together all Ugandan recipients of the prestigious Chevening Scholarship from its inception in 1983 to date. Established in 2019, the association provides a platform for alumni to connect, collaborate, share knowledge, and contribute to leadership and community transformation in Uganda.
Who can become a member of the Chevening Alumni Association of Uganda?
Membership is open to all Ugandan Chevening Scholarship recipients who have completed their studies through the Chevening programme. The association welcomes alumni from different professional backgrounds who share a commitment to leadership, collaboration, and creating positive impact.
What activities does the association organize?
The association organizes networking events, mentorship programmes, professional development activities, and social initiatives that bring alumni together while supporting leadership growth and community impact across Uganda.
How does the association work with the British High Commission in Kampala?
The Chevening Alumni Association of Uganda collaborates with the British High Commission in Kampala to support alumni engagement activities, strengthen connections within the Chevening community, and promote the values of leadership, partnership, and positive change.
How can I engage with the Chevening Alumni Association of Uganda?
You can engage with the association by participating in alumni events, joining networking and mentorship opportunities, collaborating on initiatives, or connecting with the association through its official communication channels. The network provides opportunities to build relationships and contribute to meaningful projects in Uganda.