William Byaruhanga


William Byaruhanga is a Ugandan lawyer and businessman. He is the Attorney General of Uganda and a member of the Ugandan Cabinet. He was appointed to that position on 6 June 2016, replacing Fred Ruhindi, who was dropped from cabinet.

Background and education

William Byaruhanga graduated from Makerere University, with a Bachelor of Laws. He then attended the Law Development Centre, graduating with a Diploma in Legal Practice. He was admitted to the Uganda Bar in 1988.

Career

Prior to his current appointment, Byaruhanga was the Principal Partner of Kasirye, Byaruhanga and Company Advocates, a privately owned Kampala law firm. On 6 June 2016, he was appointed as Attorney General of Uganda.

Other responsibilities

William Byaruhanga serves on the board of directors of Centum Investments, since October 2016.