Muhammadi Lubega Kisambira

Muhammadi Lubega Kisambira
Born
Luuka, Uganda
CitizenshipUganda
Alma materMakerere University
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) and Master of Public Health (MPH)
OccupationDoctor
Known forReligion
TitleNational Chairperson of the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council

Muhammadi Lubega Kisambira is a Ugandan medical doctor and religious leader who serves as the National Chairperson of the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC).[1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8]

Early life and educational background

Kisambira was born to the late Hajj Juma Luwangula in Namulanda, in present-day Luuka District. He studied medicine at Makerere University, where he earned both his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) and his Master of Public Health (MPH). He later completed a PhD in Health Systems and Policy through a joint program between Karolinska University in Stockholm, Sweden, and Makerere University.[1][2][9]

Career

Kisambira worked as a researcher and consultant with World Health Organization, the United States National Institutes of Health, and the United Nations Population Fund. He is the founder of the Lubega Institute of Nursing and Medical Sciences, Lubega School of Health Professionals, Lubega School of Vocational Studies and Lugazi Mixed Primary School.[10][1][2][9][11][12]

Leadership roles

Kisambira served as the chairman of the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council in Luuka District and led the Muslim Professionals and Entrepreneurs organisation. He is the principal medical officer at Makerere University and patron of Luuka Patriotic Association (LUPA).[1][2][9][13][14]

Kisambira is the National Chairperson of the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council (UMSC) and serves as the First Deputy Premier of the Busoga Kingdom. In February 2025, he was elected as the Chief Prince of the Baise Igaga clan in the Busoga Kingdom.[1][2][3][4][5][6][15][9]

See also

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 Markson, Omagor (8 December 2022). "Factors that Favored Prof. Lubega's Candidature to UMSC Chairmanship". East News Uganda. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
  2. 1 2 3 4 5 Uganda, Watchdog (8 December 2022). "Factors that Favored Prof. Lubega's Candidature to UMSC Chairmanship". Watchdog Uganda. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
  3. 1 2 Kanyere, Hakim. "UMSC Chairman Elected as New Chief Prince of Baise Igaga Clan". Nilepost News. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
  4. 1 2 "We Shall Not Lose Our Property-UMSC National Chairperson – Uganda Radio Network". 27 February 2026. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
  5. 1 2 "Hon.Muhammad Ali Aluma Takes Over As UMSC Acting Secretary General". The Voice Uganda. 6 May 2023. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
  6. 1 2 Matovu, Muhamadi. "UMSC denounces alleged leadership change as fraudulent, reaffirms Mubaje's authority". Nilepost News. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
  7. ↑ "Mufti Mubajje's tenure extended by five years amid controversy". Monitor. 13 March 2025. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
  8. ↑ cfeditoren (3 August 2024). "UMSC Launches Shs700M Economic Transformation Project". Uganda. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
  9. 1 2 3 4 Musaasizi, Brian (30 November 2022). "Why Owek.Al-hajj Prof.Dr Muhamadi Lubega Should be Elected Chairperson UMSC". ONLINE. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
  10. ↑ Peter, Isabirye Simon (24 November 2023). "Over 1500 students commissioned for exams as Lubega Institute marks 7 years". Daily Express. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
  11. ↑ Peter, Isabirye Simon (21 June 2023). "UMSC boss donates sh10m to Uthman Institute, calls for unity among Muslims". Daily Express. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
  12. ↑ Peter, Isabirye Simon (28 February 2023). "UMSC Chairman condemns homosexuality as Lubega Institute excels in UNMEB exams". Daily Express. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
  13. ↑ Kanyere, Hakim. "Luuka Association Constructs Modern Staff Quarters at Kiyunga Health Centre". Nilepost News. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
  14. ↑ Peter, Isabirye Simon (1 January 2026). "Politicians told to deliver results, not attack rivals". Daily Express. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
  15. ↑ Reporter, UG Diplomat (30 June 2025). "Museveni To Officiate National Muslim Youth Council Inauguration". UG Diplomat. Retrieved 1 March 2026.
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