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Nyombi Thembo (The Hon.)

Nyombi Thembo (The Hon.)

Executive Director, Uganda Communications Commission (UCC)

George William Nyombi Thembo is an Economist and a seasoned Corporate Executive with experience in public service spanning more than 30 years. The Hon. Nyombi Thembo has in-depth knowledge and diverse background in ICT policy, public policy and administration, and regulatory leadership in communications sector. He currently serves as the Executive Director of the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC). In the International ICT space, The Hon. Nyombi Thembo is the Chairman of the ITU Global Symposium for Regulators (GSR) for the period 2024-2025 and is primarily responsible for promoting regulatory best practices and innovative approaches aligned with the ITU’s broader goals.

The Hon. Nyombi Thembo holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Social Administration from Makerere University, a Master’s degree in Development Economics from Uganda Martyrs University, Postgraduate Diplomas in Project Management from Bradford University in the UK, and Financial Management from the Uganda Management Institute. Additionally, he possesses various Certifications in ICT Policy, Public Utility Regulation, Investment Analysis, Public-Private Partnerships and Railway Transport and Logistics.

The Hon. Nyombi Thembo’s professional journey includes notable roles such as Director of the Uganda Communications Universal Service and Access Fund (UCUSAF), Senior Economist with Uganda Railways Corporation, Projects Coordinator of the World Bank financed Transport Rehabilitation Project (Railways Component). He has also worked closely with major financing agencies like the African Development Bank, DANIDA and KFW as Projects Coordinator. On political side, The Hon. Nyombi Thembo has held Ministerial responsibilities in Primary Education, Luwero Triangle (Ministry responsible for the areas where the liberation struggle 1981-86 took place), and Information and Communications Technology during his illustrious tour of duty as a Member of Parliament for 15 years. The Hon. Nyombi Thembo has also taught Economics at high school (Principles of Economics) and university level (Managerial Economics, Microeconomics, and Project Planning). He was also a Councilor of Kampala Capital City where he was the Finance and Administration Committee Chair for eight years. Outside his professional endeavors, The Hon. Nyombi Thembo was a performing artist, play wright, producer, and artistic director. He is a family man, conservationist, and promoter of eco-friendly tourism in Uganda.

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