Amanda Ngabirano is the Chairperson of the National Physical Planning Board - the highest body responsible for physical planning in Uganda. She is the former Vice President-Africa of the World Cycling Alliance. She is an urban and regional planner. She is also a lecturer at Makerere University, Kampala. She has conducted research on informality and transport complexities, road safety and quality of public space in Kampala, in partnership with several international researchers. Amanda initiated Kampala's non-motorised transport pilot concept, which is Kampala's new Namirembe road-Luwum street, a typical example of inclusiveness where walking, cycling and quality of public space have been prioritised. Amanda is also passionate about sustainable urban development, with a focus on cycling and walking as the future of mobility in cities.
Chairperson
National Physical Planning Board, Uganda
