Uganda Inaugurates New Board for National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Oversight
Hon. Matia Kasaija, Uganda’s Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, today officiated the handover ceremony of the National Lotteries and Gaming Regulatory Board (NLGRB), commending the outgoing Board for its transformative leadership and charging the new Board to align regulation with Uganda’s broader development and revenue mobilisation goals.
In his keynote address, Minister Kasaija expressed deep gratitude to the outgoing Board, chaired by Mr. Aloysius Mugasa Adyeri, for its pivotal role in reforming a once chaotic sector into a modern, transparent, and credible regulatory body.
“Together with CEO Mr. Denis Mudene Ngabirano and the Secretariat, you have driven a transformation that has reshaped the gaming sector,” the Minister said.
“The outgoing Board was entrusted with a responsibility to transform the gaming sector. They did not just preserve the status quo, they improved, multiplied, and grew the institution and its outcomes. Thank you for your integrity, diligence, and patriotism.
A New Board with Strategic Depth
Welcoming the incoming Board, Hon. Kasaija noted the diverse and complementary expertise brought by the new team led by Mr. Kenneth Kitariko.
“This Board brings together regulatory, legal, enforcement, governance, and sports leadership expertise. It is precisely the kind of board we need to steer this complex and fast-evolving sector,” he said.
The new Board comprises:
Kenneth Kitariko
With over 25 years of experience in financial markets and regulatory reform, brings strategic insight and a reformist mindset to steer the Board toward governance excellence and international best practices.
William Blick
William brings global exposure in sports governance and stakeholder engagement, having served in leadership roles within the Uganda Olympic Committee and Commonwealth Games Federation. His expertise will be vital in overseeing responsible betting, particularly in the sports sector.
Esther Akullo
A distinguished planning and accountability specialist with a track record in results measurement, stakeholder coordination, and systems strengthening, bringing valuable skills in public sector rigor and performance alignment.
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Faridah Bahemuka Murungi
A seasoned legal and tax policy expert, offers deep experience in treaty negotiation, fiscal governance, and transparency, key to maintaining integrity in a risk-prone industry.
ACP Odong Mark Paul
A seasoned law enforcement professional, offers a strong foundation in compliance, public safety, and operational oversight, ensuring the Board remains vigilant in protecting citizens from illegal and harmful gaming practices.
Together, the Board’s combined strengths span capital markets, public planning, sports leadership, tax policy, law enforcement, and governance positioning it to deliver credible oversight, expand revenue contribution, and safeguard public interest in an increasingly digital and complex gaming environment.
