On March 3, 2026, Hon. Beatrice Kiraso, Chairperson of the Board of Bridge Africa Research Organisation (BARO) and Managing Director of the Bridge Group of Companies, was honored with the Jeane J. Kirkpatrick Award by the International Republican Institute’s Women’s Democracy Network (WDN). This award recognizes her outstanding leadership in advancing women’s political participation and democratic governance in Uganda and across East Africa. Hon. Kiraso’s lifetime of commitment to democracy has strengthened institutions, fostered inclusive participation, and built regional frameworks that promote cooperation and security. Her ability to unite political parties, civil society, religious leaders, and security agencies around a shared vision of non‑violence exemplifies the values of WDN—transforming individual […]
