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About Ntangaaza Foundation

Founded in 2026 by visionary leaders united by a shared passion for social justice and community transformation.

Community women and livelihoods in Uganda

Who We Are

A foundation rooted in dignity and opportunity

Ntangaaza Foundation is a Ugandan non-profit organization founded in 2026 by three visionary leaders — Christine Ntangaaza, Solomon Serwanjja, and Gerald Kasula Ntale — who believed that every woman, girl, and young person deserves the opportunity to live a healthy, dignified, and prosperous life.

United by a shared passion for social justice and community transformation, they established the Foundation to address poverty, gender inequality, and barriers to reproductive health and economic opportunity.

We work alongside communities and partners to expand access to education, sexual and reproductive health services, economic opportunities, leadership development, and sustainable livelihoods.

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Vision

Empowered women and girls living healthy, dignified, and prosperous lives.

Mission

To empower vulnerable women, adolescent girls, and young people to overcome poverty and reproductive health challenges through opportunities, skills, and support that unlock their full potential.

Women supporting one another through enterprise

Our Values

The principles that guide everything we do

Empowerment

We equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities needed to transform their lives.

Integrity

We uphold honesty, accountability, transparency, and ethical conduct in all our actions.

Compassion

We serve with empathy, respect, and commitment to the wellbeing of those we support.

Inclusion

We embrace diversity and ensure equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, disability, religion, ethnicity, or social background.

Excellence

We strive for high standards, innovation, and continuous improvement in our programs and services.

Founding Team

Visionary leaders, committed to change

The co-founders who shaped Ntangaaza Foundation's mission for women, girls, and young people.

Co-Founder

Christine Ntangaaza

Director, New African Child Primary School • Director, Chrif Enterprises Ltd

Christine Ntangaaza is a Co-Founder of Ntangaaza Foundation and a passionate advocate for the holistic development of the New African Child. As a Director at New African Child Primary School, she promotes education that combines quality schooling, practical skills, a confident mindset, and strong spiritual and moral values. She believes every child should be academically grounded, creatively equipped, disciplined, self-aware, and prepared to lead with dignity. Through Chrif Enterprises Ltd and Afriqous Women Group, Christine also supports entrepreneurship, livelihoods, and women's empowerment. Her vision is to nurture educated, skilled, values-driven, and spiritually grounded African children who transform their communities positively.

Co-Founder

Solomon Serwanjja

Executive Director, African Institute for Investigative Journalism

Award-winning journalist and PhD candidate with over 14 years of experience in investigative reporting, news anchoring, and storytelling for social justice. Winner of the 2019 BBC Komla Dumor Award and a 2018 Reham Al-Farra Memorial Journalism Fellow.

Co-Founder

Gerald Kasula Ntale

Chief of Party, USAID/ICARE at MUCOBADI

Development leader with expertise in project management, monitoring, evaluation, and learning. Currently leading USAID's Improving Care and Resilience Activity (ICARE), driving change across livelihoods, rights, accountability, and community health systems in Uganda.

Leadership

Driving the mission every day

Operational leadership focused on delivery, partnerships, and lasting community impact.

Executive Director

Ronald Odongo Kato

Telecommunications & ICT leader • Airtel Uganda

Ronald Odongo Kato leads the day-to-day execution of Ntangaaza Foundation's mission. A telecommunications and ICT professional with nearly two decades of experience in commercial strategy, enterprise growth, and consumer connectivity, he brings private-sector discipline to programme delivery, partnerships, and organisational growth across the communities we serve.

Board & Trustees

Stewardship, accountability, and care

Governance leaders who safeguard our vision, values, and long-term sustainability.

Board Member

Francis Ntangaaza

Group Chief Executive Officer, Chrif Group

Francis Ntangaaza is a business and development leader with experience in international trade, project coordination, and enterprise growth. As Group CEO of Chrif Group, he contributes strategic oversight and partnership networks that strengthen the Foundation's long-term sustainability and impact.

Treasurer

Prime Rose Nakanwagi

Board of Trustees

Prime Rose Nakanwagi serves as Treasurer of Ntangaaza Foundation, supporting financial stewardship, transparency, and accountable use of resources so programmes for women, girls, and young people remain sustainable and well governed.

Trustee

Timothy Kisawuzi Musasizi

Board of Trustees

Timothy Kisawuzi Musasizi serves as a Trustee of Ntangaaza Foundation, helping safeguard the organisation's vision, values, and long-term sustainability while supporting strategic oversight of community-centred programmes.

Trustee

Patricia Rita Mwase

Board of Trustees

Patricia Rita Mwase serves as a Trustee of Ntangaaza Foundation, contributing to the Board's custodial role of protecting the Foundation's vision, mission, and values. She brings a commitment to community transformation and the empowerment of women and girls across Uganda.

Advisors

Guiding wisdom and community connection

Trusted counsel that roots our work in faith, community, and practical insight.

Advisor

Rev. Abel William Serwanja Merewooma

Diocesan Resources Mobilizer, Mukono Diocese

Rev. Abel William Serwanja Merewooma brings a blend of development expertise and pastoral care to Ntangaaza Foundation. He holds a degree in Development Studies and a postgraduate diploma in Counseling Psychology, equipping him to support community wellbeing alongside programme growth. He serves in the Church of Uganda, Mukono Diocese, as a diocesan resources mobilizer, helping connect faith-based networks and local communities with the resources needed for lasting impact.

Legal Status

Registered and accountable

A non-profit, non-political, and non-sectarian organization operating in accordance with the laws of Uganda. The registered office of the Foundation is located in Uganda. Our financial year runs from 1st January to 31st December, with annual independent audits ensuring transparency and accountability.

Our Strategic Objectives

1
Empower women, girls, and young people to thrive
By expanding access to quality education, practical skills development, mentorship, leadership opportunities, entrepreneurship, and economic empowerment, enabling them to become confident, self-reliant, and active contributors to their communities.
2
Promote healthy, inclusive, and resilient communities
By advancing sexual and reproductive health and rights, increasing access to education and financial inclusion, championing gender equality and the protection of vulnerable populations, and supporting community-driven initiatives that improve health, wellbeing, and sustainable livelihoods.
3
Build strategic partnerships and mobilize resources for lasting impact
By fostering collaboration with communities, government, the private sector, development partners, and other stakeholders to strengthen institutional capacity, scale innovative solutions, and sustainably advance the Foundation's mission.

Governance Structure

Accountability at every level

General Assembly

Comprising all registered members, approves policies, elects Board members, and receives annual reports.

Board of Trustees

Supreme custodial body safeguarding vision, mission, values, and long-term sustainability. At least 60% of Trustees are women.

Board of Directors

Provides strategic leadership, approves policies and annual plans, mobilizes resources, and ensures proper financial management.

Secretariat

Led by an Executive Director, implements Board decisions and manages day-to-day operations, programs, and partnerships.

Our Work in Communities

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Woman entrepreneur standing proudly beside her produce stall

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Mother and children in front of a community market stall

Young person in a community workshop yard

Woman engaged in community recycling and livelihoods work

Community woman preparing refreshments outdoors

Woman entrepreneur at her banana and goods stall

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Partner with us to create lasting change

We welcome partnerships with donors, corporates, and institutions who share our vision for empowered women and girls.

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