Evans Seruganya

Evans Seruganya

Board Member

Currently serving as Vice Chairperson at the National Arts and Cultural Crafts Association of Uganda (NACCAU) and the Founder/Chairperson of the Uganda National Arts and Crafts Community Circle (UNACCC), Evans Seruganya describes himself as a a “champion of arts, culture, and community development”.

Evans Seruganya stands at the forefront of Uganda’s cultural renaissance, wielding over two

decades of dedicated leadership in arts and cultural crafts. His career has been marked by a profound commitment to preserving heritage, empowering artisans, and driving sustainable community development.

His strategic leadership at NACCAU since 2008 has been pivotal, where he orchestrates initiatives that promote cultural preservation and foster local artisan empowerment. 

As founder of UNACCC in 2007, Evans expanded its membership to 85 passionate individuals and overseen assets, including a substantial SACCO valued at UGX300 million and valuable land holdings.

Evans’ strategic planning acumen extends beyond organisational boundaries. During his tenure as Manager of the Craft Businesses at the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC) from 2003 to 2010, he pioneered initiatives that significantly boosted revenue and enhanced the visibility of local crafts.

His role as Maintenance Officer at Uganda Small Scale Industries Association (USSIA) earlier in his career further underscored his ability to ensure operational efficiency and safety compliance.

A graduate of Makerere University Kampala with a Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning, Evans combines academic rigour with practical leadership skills.

His competencies span leadership and governance, community development, arts and cultural crafts expertise, strategic planning, project management, and team leadership.