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Lillian Nakate
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| Born | 11 August 1978 Wobulenzi, Uganda
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| Nationality |  Uganda |
| Alma mater | Kyambogo University (Diploma in Architectural Draftsmanship) Makerere University (BSc in Civil Engineering) (MSc in Civil Engineering) |
| Occupation | Civil engineer and politician |
| Years active | 2000 to present |
| Title | Member of Parliament for Luweero District Women' Constituency |
Lillian Nakate is a Ugandan civil engineer and politician. She was born on August 11, 1978. She served as a Member of Parliament for the Luweero District Women's Constituency in Uganda's 10th Parliament, from 2016 to 2021.
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About Lillian Nakate
Early Life and Schooling
Lillian Nakate was born in Wobulenzi, Luweero District, Uganda, on August 11, 1978. Her parents were Francis Segujja and Annet Segujja.
She went to Wobulenzi Parents' School for her early education. For high school, she attended several schools. These included Saint John's Secondary School, Mulusa Academy Secondary School, and Luteete Secondary School. She completed her O-Level exams at Luteete. She then went back to Mulusa Academy for her A-Level education.
University Studies
Lillian Nakate studied at Uganda Polytechnic Kyambogo. This school later became part of Kyambogo University. In 2000, she earned a Diploma in Architectural Draftsmanship. This diploma taught her how to create detailed drawings for buildings.
In 2007, she graduated from Makerere University. This is one of Uganda's largest and oldest public universities. She earned a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Civil Engineering. She continued her studies at the same university. In 2011, she received a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Civil Engineering.
She also has other important certificates. In 2008, she earned a Certificate in Project Planning and Management. This was from the Institute of Statistics and Applied Economics at Makerere University. In 2013, she received a Certificate in Financial and Business Management of Road Construction. This certificate was from Multitech Business School in Kampala, Uganda's capital city.
Career Journey
Starting in Engineering
Lillian Nakate began her career in 2000. Her first job was at Tectura International Planners, Architects and Project Managers in Kampala. She worked there for one year as a draftsman and site clerk. A draftsman draws plans, and a site clerk helps manage work at a construction site.
From 2001 to 2006, she worked for the Luweero District Local Government. She was an Assistant Engineering Officer. In 2007, she became the Town Engineer for Wobulenzi Town Council. She held this position for four years. During this time, she also worked as the Acting District Engineer for Luweero District.
Working in Private Companies
In 2011, Lillian Nakate moved to the private sector. She became the Resident Engineer for Bestway General Contractors. This is an international construction company that works in Uganda.
In 2012, she joined Parrot 50 Uganda Limited. She was the Director in charge of engineering until 2016. At the same time, she also worked as a Consultant Civil Engineer at UB Consulting Engineers Limited. This is a local engineering consulting firm.
Political Life
In 2016, Lillian Nakate decided to enter politics. She ran for the Luweero District Women's Constituency. She was part of the National Resistance Movement political party. She won the election, defeating Brenda Nabukenya.
In the 10th Parliament, Lillian Nakate was a member of two important committees. She served on the parliamentary committee for science and technology. She was also the deputy chairperson of the parliamentary committee on physical infrastructure. This committee deals with things like roads and buildings.
Family Life
Lillian Nakate is married and has three children. This includes a set of twins born around 2007, and another child born a year later.
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