NATIONAL – Political observers have identified Mujuni Lawrence Mpitsi Pac Singa as a figure of interest, citing his rare combination of deep local roots, high-level government experience, international exposure, and a consistent record of achievement.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Now, as whispers grow louder across Rukungiri District, many are asking: who exactly is this man, and why are local residents watching his next move with such keen interest?
Humble Roots in Nyakisorooza
Mujuni Lawrence Mpitsi Pac Singa, 55, was born and raised in the village of Nyakisorooza, Nyakishenyi. To friends and family, he is simply “Singa” a childhood nickname that has stuck with him through decades of public service.
He is the son of the late Dominic Mpitsi, a retired veterinary officer and successful farmer and businessman who passed away in 2015 at the remarkable age of 102. Dominic Mpitsi was a pioneer student of Kitabi Seminary in 1935 and a devoted Catholic throughout his long life. His mother, the late Feddy Nyamirembe Mpitsi, raised her family with strong values that her son carries to this day.
“Like father, like son,” the saying proves true in this case.
From Seminary to State House Corridors
Young Mujuni began his education at St. Paul’s Seminary, though he eventually discerned that priesthood was not his calling. He completed his O-Level education at Bishop Comboni College, Kanungu, before joining the prestigious Ntare School in Mbarara for his A-Level studies.
From there, he proceeded to Makerere University, where he pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree majoring in Political Science and Public Administration. He graduated with an upper second-class honours degree, a solid foundation for what would become an impressive career in public service.
But his political instincts were already showing. As early as 1992, while still a university student, Singa was actively involved in student politics and was a strong supporter of the National Resistance Movement (NRM). He served as Secretary for Defence for the NRM at Nkrumah Hall, Makerere University—a position that foreshadowed his future in governance.
A Career of Firsts and Achievements
What follows is a career that has taken Singa from the chambers of Parliament to international diplomatic circles, and back to his community.
His professional journey includes serving as:
· Secretary to the Equal Opportunities Commission – where he served as accounting officer and head of secretariat from January 2018 to January 2022
· University Secretary of Mbarara University of Science and Technology – the second oldest public university in Uganda
· Director of East African Community Affairs – coordinating regional integration for Uganda
· Commissioner for Political and Legal Affairs – in the Ministry of East African Community Affairs
· Assistant Director at the Parliament of Uganda – where he started as a clerk assistant in 1994 and rose through the ranks
During his tenure at the Equal Opportunities Commission, Singa achieved what many thought impossible. He mobilised additional resources that doubled the commission’s budget from 6.6 billion to 12.5 billion Ugandan shillings. He also secured more than USD 5 million in support from development partners.
For the first time in the commission’s history, the Auditor General issued an unqualified opinion on their accounts—a mark of transparency and proper financial management that restored donor confidence.
His performance did not go unnoticed. In 2018, he was voted (by secret ballot) the best-performing employee of the year, an honour that speaks to his dedication and transformational leadership.
Academic Excellence and Continuous Learning
Mujuni holds two master’s degrees, one in Peace and Security Management from the Institute of Peace and Security Studies at Addis Ababa University in Ethiopia, and another in Public Policy and Management from the Institute of Social Studies in The Hague, Netherlands.
He has also undergone extensive professional training at prestigious institutions worldwide, including the University of Pretoria, the World Bank, RIPA International in the UK, and the Canada Parliamentary Centre in Ottawa.
Community First: The Man Behind the Titles
Despite his high-level government positions and international exposure, Singa has never forgotten where he comes from. His community engagement record reads like a who’s who of Nyakishenyi development associations.
He is a:
· Founder member and patron of Nyakishenyi Dynamic Association
· Member of Nyakishenyi at Heart
· Member of Kebisoni Tumanyane Group (KTG), No. 760
· Patron of Nyakishenyi Boda Boda Stage I, Nyakisorooza
· Patron of Bikongozo Boda Boda Stage 2
· Patron of Bikongozo Bika Tuguze Association
· Member and patron of Nyakishenyi Farmers and Traders Association
· Member and patron of Rugoma/Nyakisorooza Bataka Group
· Patron of St. Lawrence Christian Community (Kabondo), Bikongozo
· Member of St. Balikudembe Catholic Community Association (Katagi), Nyakishenyi
In the recent NRM elections, he was elected unopposed as chairperson of Rugoma cell, Kacence Parish, Nyakishenyi sub-county. He also serves unopposed as vice-chairperson of NRM at Kacence Parish level—clear evidence of the trust his community places in him.
Why All Eyes Are on Him
Political observers in Rubabo and Rukungiri District note that Singa represents a rare combination: deep local roots combined with high-level government experience, international exposure, and a proven track record of delivering results.
Those who know him describe him as “a social, visionary, personable, cooperative, and diplomatic person who is practical, innovative, down to earth, and result-oriented.”
His CV shows a man who has worked with diverse cultures in national, regional, and international institutions. He has negotiated at the highest levels of the East African Community, served on various EAC regional and country planning committees, and represented Uganda in sensitive diplomatic engagements.
Yet he remains the same Singa from Nyakisorooza, the one who is patron to boda boda stages, who supports local farmers and traders, and who shows up for community meetings.
What’s Next?
As Rukungiri District looks toward future political contests, many are asking: Will Singa answer the call to higher political office?
His supporters point to his extensive experience in governance, his understanding of both local and international affairs, his financial management expertise, and his deep community connections as qualities that would serve the people of Rubabo and Rukungiri well.
His track record suggests he knows how to mobilise resources, how to navigate complex government systems, and how to deliver results. At the Equal Opportunities Commission, he turned around an institution and earned it an unqualified audit opinion. At MUST, he helped position the university as a centre of excellence in the East African region. At the Ministry of EAC Affairs, he represented Uganda’s interests in regional negotiations.
For now, Singa continues his community work, his NRM party activities, and his quiet consultations with elders and opinion leaders across Rubabo. But in the villages of Nyakishenyi and beyond, the conversation has already begun.
When asked about his political ambitions, he quotes his philosophy: “My pleasure and satisfaction comes from the comfort and pleasure of others. I am conscientious and loyal, following through even in small matters.”
For a district seeking leadership that combines experience, integrity, and local understanding, Mujuni Lawrence Mpitsi Pac Singa may indeed be the man to watch.
