Kampala, Uganda – June 11, 2026
A new chapter for Uganda’s Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) sector commenced today as Hon. Eng. Jonard Asiimwe officially assumed office as the Minister for Science, Technology and Innovation Secretariat under the Office of the President.
The official handover ceremony was presided over by the outgoing STI Minister, Hon. Dr. Monica Musenero Masanza, who now takes on her new role as Minister for Energy and Mineral Development following recent government appointments.
Dr. Musenero arrived at the STI Secretariat offices for the formal handover, marking the transition of leadership as she officially transferred office responsibilities to Hon. Eng. Jonard Asiimwe. The ceremony was attended by government officials, staff members, and stakeholders from the innovation and technology sector.
Speaking during the handover, both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to advancing Uganda’s development agenda through innovation, research, science, and technology. Dr. Musenero expressed confidence in the new minister’s ability to build upon the achievements registered under the Secretariat and continue driving Uganda’s innovation ecosystem forward.
Hon. Eng. Jonard Asiimwe pledged to strengthen ongoing programs and partnerships aimed at promoting scientific research, technological advancement, industrial innovation, and digital transformation to support Uganda’s socio-economic development.
The leadership transition comes at a critical time as Uganda continues to position science, technology, and innovation as key drivers of economic growth, job creation, and industrialization under the country’s national development agenda.
The STI Secretariat under the Office of the President remains central to coordinating innovation initiatives, supporting research institutions, and fostering collaboration between government, academia, and the private sector to accelerate Uganda’s transformation into a knowledge-based economy.
