Rotary International has recognized Dorothy Kisaka, the Executive Director of the Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), with a distinguished award for her outstanding contribution to enhancing the lives of vulnerable Kampala neighborhoods.
At the ceremony, which took place at a formal event on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, in Kampala, Kisaka received Rotary International recognition as a sign of her unwavering efforts to promote optimism and constructive change from Governor of District 9214 Peace Taremwa.
Alongside Rotarian Ismael Mukasa, the nation chairman of Rotary District 9214, Rotarian Peter Kimbowa, the previous assistant governor, and Rotary Governor Urz Herzog from Switzerland, Governor Taremwa emphasized Kisaka’s extraordinary commitment to improving lives.
“Today’s function is to celebrate this one person who has made a great contribution to Rotary and humanity,” asserted Taremwa.
Taremwa lauded KCCA’s collaboration with Rotary and Kisaka’s pivotal role in making a tangible difference, highlighting projects such as supporting individuals in Namuwongo to produce briquettes and actively participating in initiatives like the cancer marathon.
“We still have people who can create a difference, and Kisaka has done a lot for Kampala,” Taremwa said, emphasizing the power of collective action in fostering positive change. Expressing gratitude for the recognition, Kisaka acknowledged the collaborative efforts between KCCA and Rotary that have significantly impacted communities.
“I’m delighted that our collective efforts at KCCA have been acknowledged and rewarded,” Kisaka said. She highlighted KCCA’s commitment to caring for over 3 million people in the city and shared insights into KCCA’s ongoing initiatives, including a reservation scheme where vulnerable individuals like youth, ghetto youths, and women in the city have been given opportunities to earn.
During the event, Rotarian Kimbowa underscored the essence of the partnership between KCCA and Rotary in creating transformative opportunities, highlighting the symbiotic relationship between the two organizations in driving positive change.
“In Rotary, we create opportunities, we transform lives, and that is precisely what KCCA is doing,” remarked Kimbowa. The recognition ceremony not only honoured Kisaka’s exceptional leadership but also emphasized the power of partnership and collective efforts in creating a more inclusive and compassionate society.
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Dorothy Kisaka has won awards before, Kampala was recognized with a Shanghai prize last year for its innovative approaches to sustainable social, economic, and environmental development. Ever since she filled Jennifer Mususi’s shoes, she has proved that she could fit them so well.
