Theopista Sekitto Ntale
Theopista Sekitto Ntale | |
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| Nationality | Ugandan |
| Citizenship | Ugandan |
| Alma mater | National University of Lesotho (Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Public Administration) Makerere University (Master of Arts in Gender and Women Studies) |
| Occupation(s) | Banker, Social Entrepreneur & Philanthropist |
| Years active | 2003 — present |
| Title | Africa Ambassador of Global Banking Alliance for Women & Uganda Country Director of New Faces New Voices. |
Theopista Sekitto Ntale, formerly known as Theopista Sekitto, is a Ugandan professional engaged in banking, social entrepreneurship, and philanthropy. She holds the position of Africa Ambassador for the Global Banking Alliance for Women and simultaneously acts as the Uganda Country Director for New Faces New Voices, an international organization dedicated to advancing the economic and social empowerment of African women.[1][2]
Early life and education
Originating from the Buganda Region of Uganda, Theopista completed her undergraduate studies at the National University of Lesotho, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Public Administration in 1992. Subsequently, she pursued a postgraduate degree, obtaining a Master of Arts in Gender Studies from Makerere University, Uganda’s premier public university.[3]
Career
Theopista began her banking career in February 2003 at Standard Chartered Uganda, where she remained until September 2007. Afterward, she joined DFCU Bank, dedicating nearly seven years there and rising to the role of Head of Wholesale Banking as well as senior vice president.[3][4]
Since April 2010, she has directed operations in Uganda for New Faces New Voices, an NGO founded by Graca Machel that advocates for women’s empowerment.[3][5]
Family
Known affectionately as Theo among close acquaintances, Theopista has been deeply affected by the HIV/AIDS epidemic, which resulted in the loss of seven immediate family members, including her father in 1990. She participates in international forums to share her personal story and provide guidance on epidemic management.
Other considerations
In 2013, Theopista Sekitto Ntale was recognized as one of the "2013 World of Difference 100" honorees. She also contributes her expertise to multiple boards at both national and international levels, including serving with the Federation of African Women Educationists (Uganda) (FAWE Uganda).
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