Who is Gloria Asio Omaswa? Flash Uganda Media looks at her biography, age, husband, family, career, work and experience, relationship with Prof. Francis Gervase Omaswa, Dr. Catherine Nyapidi Omaswa, early life and education of the current Principal Private Secretary to His Excellency Yoweri Kaguta Museveni.
Gloria Asio Omaswa is a seasoned Ugandan communications professional.
She currently serves as the Principal Private Secretary to His Excellency Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, the President of the Republic of Uganda.
Early Life & Family Background
Gloria Asio Omaswa was born into a prominent Ugandan family with roots in the Teso sub-region, Eastern Uganda.
Growing up, she was influenced by an environment that prioritized academic excellence and public service.
Gloria is the daughter of the renowned surgeon and public health leader, Prof. Francis Gervase Omaswa, who serves as the Chancellor of Soroti University and is the former Director General of Health Services in Uganda.
Her mother, Dr. Catherine Nyapidi Omaswa, is a distinguished anesthesiologist in Uganda.
Education Background
Gloria Asio Omaswa attended Makerere University from 1998 to 2002, where she was an active member and speaker for the Makerere Law Society.
Following her degree, she completed the bar course at the Law Development Centre (LDC) between 2002 and 2003.
She later pivoted to communications, earning a Master’s degree in Mass Communication from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) between 2008 and 2010, specializing in Advertising and Communication Strategy.
Education background summary:-
| Years | Institution | Status /Award |
| 2008 – 2010 | Virginia Commonwealth University | Master of Science in Mass Communication, Advertising and Communication Strategy |
| 2002 – 2003 | Law Development Centre | Diploma in Legal Practice |
| 1998 – 2002 | Makerere University | Bachelor of Law, LLB |
Other academic accomplishments
Gloria completed a summer course in 2009 at Harvard University majoring in Economic Development in India and East Asia.
She also holds a certificate in Elementary Chinese Mandarin from World Link Education in Beijing which she obtained in 2008.
Gloria has undergone various executive training programs, including courses at the UCT Graduate School of Business.
Career and Professional Work Experience
Gloria Omaswa possesses over two decades of experience in communications and strategy across East Africa, Europe, and North America.
In March 2024, she was appointed by President Yoweri Museveni as Principal Private Secretary (PPS), succeeding Dr Kenneth Omona, who was appointed Minister for Northern Uganda in the cabinet.
In this role, Gloria serves as the chief coordinator of the President’s official schedule and manages the President’s Private Office and Household.
Before her government role, she served as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Kedajo, a firm that provided strategic management and communication services from 2021 to 2024.
In this capacity, Gloria led a strategic communications consultancy serving diverse clients, which positioned her as a respected professional leader in brand and organisational strategy.
Gloria had previously worked as a strategist at The Martin Agency in Richmond, Virginia, from 2010 to 2013.
She also served as a branding intern for the Foundation for Innovative New Diagnostics (FIND) in Switzerland from 2007 to 2008.
Earlier in her career, she worked as a copywriter for two international agencies: ZK TBWA in Kenya and QG Saatchi & Saatchi in Uganda.
Work experience background summary:-
| Years | Institution | Position |
| Mar 2024 – Present | Republic of Uganda | Principal Private Secretary to the President |
| Sep 2021 – Mar 2024 | Kedajo, Uganda | Chief Executive Officer |
| Oct 2010 – Oct 2013 | The Martin Agency (Studio Squared), Virginia | Strategist |
| Nov 2007 – May 2008 | Foundation for Innovative New Diagnostics (FIND), Switzerland | Branding Intern |
| Mar 2006 – Jan 2007 | ZK TBWA, Kenya | Copywriter |
| Oct 2003 – Apr 2006 | QG Saatchi & Saatchi, Uganda | Copywriter |
Achievements and Awards
Gloria Asio Omaswa has been recognized for leadership in public administration by ACCA Public Sector, showing the tradition of excellence associated with her office.
She is widely praised by her colleagues for her humility, friendliness, and dedication to her craft.
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