HW Edoku Presides Over Swearing-In Ceremony of New Workers' Representative of the African Peer Review Mechanism Council
HW John Paul Edoku (R)
Earlier, HW John Paul Edoku presided over the swearing-in ceremony of Mr. Moses R. Mauku as anew member of the National Governing Council of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM), representing the workers' constituency.
The ceremony was held at Rwenzori House on Lumumba Avenue in Kampala and was attended by members and the Secretariat of the Council.
HW Edoku commended the Council leadership for its sustained dedication to national service. He urged members to uphold the values of integrity, accountability, and commitment in the execution of their mandate, underscoring the importance of institutional collaboration in strengthening governance and service delivery.
The Chairperson of the Council, Mr. Albert Byamugisha, welcomed members and guests to what he described as a significant milestone marking Mr. Mauku's formal assumption of office. He noted that the swearing-in reflected the Council’s commitment to inclusive representation and participatory governance, observing that workers remain a vital pillar in national development. Their voice within the Council, he said, is essential to ensuring that deliberations and decisions reflect the lived realities and aspirations of citizens.
Mr. Byamugisha also paid tribute to Mr. Moses Bigirwa, who has served on the National Governing Council since October 2018, commending him for his dedication and valuable contribution during his tenure.
He emphasized that the oath taken by Mr. Mauku signified not merely the assumption of office but the continuity of the Council's work through renewed leadership and representation. Expressing confidence in the new member, the Chairperson noted that Mr. Mauku would discharge his responsibilities with integrity, diligence, and a strong sense of public service. On behalf of the Council, he congratulated him and expressed anticipation of his active and impactful participation in its deliberations.
The APRM is a continental governance initiative under the African Union. In Uganda, its coordination and implementation are housed under the National Planning Authority, which serves as the National Focal Point and provides Secretariat support to the National Governing Council.
Posted 27th, February 2026
