Her Royal Highness Queen Sylvia Nagginda Luswata, the beloved Queen Consort to His Majesty Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, Kabaka of the Kingdom of Buganda, is renowned as a transformational leader. She inspires and uplifts women, youth, and children, helping them realize their dreams and aspirations. Her Royal Highness is a radiant beacon of hope to all those she serves, embodying humanity in every sense.

Nnaabagereka Development Foundation and Advocacy

In 2000, Her Royal Highness graciously founded the Nnaabagereka Development Foundation. Through this foundation, she has championed initiatives in education, skills development, and healthcare, advancing sustainable human capital development throughout the Kingdom of Buganda. The Queen is dedicated to revitalizing African value systems in Uganda, integrating the principles of Obuntubulamu—truth, honesty, justice, kindness, generosity, and tolerance – into all Foundation programs. These values encourage individuals to reclaim their cultural heritage while fostering social development.

Education, Youth, and Gender Equality Initiatives

Her Royal Highness has played a vital role in supporting initiatives that improve the quality of education for children, empower youth through entrepreneurship and vocational training, and advance women’s economic empowerment. She collaborates with the Buganda Kingdom government, central government institutions, and development partners to achieve these goals.
In 2022, the Queen founded the Nnaabagereka Nagginda Women’s Fund, which mobilizes resources to create sustainable social investments for children, youth and women, addressing socio-economic challenges, particularly in the post-COVID-19 era.

Patronages and Leadership

Her Royal Highness serves as Patron to several prestigious institutions, including Hospice Africa Uganda, Child Fund International Uganda, and the Makerere University Female Scholarship Initiative, among others. She is a founding member of the African Queens and Women Cultural Leaders Network, co-founder and patron of African Royals for Culture and Development, and a founding member of the Board of the African Philanthropy Forum.

Academic and Professional Background

Her Royal Highness holds a Master of Arts degree (with distinction) from the New York Institute of Technology and a Bachelor of Arts degree from New York University, specializing in public relations, economics, journalism, and corporate communications. Her professional career, largely based in the United States, saw her serve as a Public Information Officer at the United Nations and as a consultant in public relations and business development.

Published Works and International Representation

In March 2023, Her Royal Highness authored her biography, The Nnaabagereka: Queen Sylvia Nagginda Luswata – Life, Passion, Duty, which became an Amazon bestseller in the Historical Biographies category.
Queen Sylvia has represented the Kingdom of Buganda at numerous international conferences, delivering keynote speeches across Africa, Europe, and the United States.

Recent Accomplishments in the USA

Washington, D.C. (March 2024)

Queen Sylvia's visit to Washington, D.C., during the 2024 International Women's Month was a significant and inspiring event. Highlighting her dedication to empowering women and girls in Uganda, her trip underscored her global advocacy for education, healthcare, and gender equality. One of the key moments of her visit was delivering the opening speech at the Sister Cities Conference, where she set the tone for discussions on international collaboration, community building, and fostering stronger global partnerships.
Throughout the visit, Queen Sylvia engaged in dialogues with U.S. officials, international leaders, and organizations, promoting her mission to build a school, hospital, and empowerment center in Uganda. Her participation in these meetings emphasized the importance of collective action in supporting the welfare and empowerment of women and girls. Her speeches were not only inspirational but served as a call to action, inviting global partners to join her in making a positive impact on Uganda and beyond.

Events Highlight

During her 2024 visit to the USA, Queen Sylvia engaged in a series of impactful events leading up to the pinnacle of her book signing campaign, the "Afternoon of Elegance" on March 15 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. The event was a major success, attracting notable figures from the press, influential individuals and community leaders. Here's a chronological summary of her activities:

• March 8, 2024: The Nnaabagereka participated in a Fireside Chat Interview with The Links - Potomac Chapter.

• March 10, 2024: She attended a church service at Ebenezer African Methodist Episcopal Church, followed by a private tour of the African American Museum.

• March 11, 2024: Queen Sylvia was interviewed at Voice of America by Jackson Mvunganyi, followed by a book signing event and dinner hosted by Dr. Marie Black of MBI Health Services.

• March 12, 2024: The day included a book signing with Sister Cities International executives and a visit to the Maya Angelou Public Charter School. Later, she joined a Fireside Chat at the O Street Mansion with prominent personalities and a musical performance.

• March 13, 2024: She made a courtesy call to the Ambassador of Uganda to the USA, Roben Kakonge, and met with Edie Fraser of the Women & Business Collaborative.

• March 14, 2024: The Nnaabagereka visited the Department of Health and Human Services with USAID to discuss potential collaborations on mental health initiatives in Uganda and later participated in another book signing event hosted by Felicite Tchoufa.

• March 15, 2024: The "Afternoon of Elegance" book signing event at the National Press Club marked the highlight of her visit, drawing a large audience of dignitaries and community figures.

• March 16, 2024: Post-press conference, Queen Sylvia continued her engagements with a book signing event for the Ugandan community at the Church of the Resurrection in Silver Spring.

Additionally, Queen Sylvia and her advisors established the Buganda Queen Sylvia Advisory Council (BQSAC) to advance permission and follow up on the opportunities identified during her visit. The BQSAC is tasked with following up on all meetings, events, and connections to foster cultural exchange, education, and community development across North America, with a special emphasis on the United States. This initiative not only highlighted Queen Sylvia’s commitment to cultural and educational exchanges but also reinforced her position as a pivotal figure in advancing international collaboration.

State of Louisiana USA (May 2024)

In May 2024, Queen Sylvia visited Louisiana to strengthen ties between Buganda and Louisiana, focusing on promoting entrepreneurship and collaboration. She visited Southern University, where discussions explored academic and cultural partnerships. Queen Sylvia also addressed both the Louisiana House and Senate, underscoring the importance of international partnerships for mutual development.

These engagements reflected her commitment to promoting global development, leveraging her influence to foster cooperation between Buganda and international partners.

State of Texas USA (June 2024))

In June 2024, Queen Sylvia attended the Ekisaakaate kya Nnaabagereka camp organized by the Uganda Dallas Texas diaspora community. Established in 2007, the Ekisaakaate camp is a mentorship and skills development program for children and youth. It aims to shape attitudes, change mindsets, and foster positive behavior by nurturing children in environments that provide both learning opportunities and emotional support.