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An Ode To Uganda’s First Ladies and Their Inimitable Style

We’re celebrating Uganda’s 54th Independence day this Sunday. Style, especially for women has evolved so much since independence day and there’s no doubt, our First Ladies have over the years played a huge role in setting the style trends. With their social status comes the power to wield influence in sectors such as fashion. This ultimately makes them style icons. From their understated elegance to their love for a nice purse handbag, there’s just so much to adore about them.

Let’s look back at some of our first ladies and their undeniably inimitable style.

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Kabaka Muteesa II and wife Lady Damalie Kisosonkole

 

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Dr. Milton Obote and wife Miria Obote

 

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Kay and Idi Amin in Benghazi

 

AFRICA, UGANDA - Idi Amin's first wife Mariam,whom he married in 1966. He divorced Mariam in 1974 and had her arrested on the Kenyan border with Uganda, Tororo on allegations of smuggling. Idi Amin had 6 wives and 25 children. (Photo by: Mohamed Amin/ Camerapix / Africa 24 Media)ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
Idi Amin’s first wife Mariam, (Photo by Mohamed Amin/ Camerapix / Africa 24 Media) ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

 

Uganda's President Idi Amin, center, and his wife, Sarah, leave the Grand Hotel in Rome, Italy, on their way to the papal summer residence at Castel Gandolfo for their private audience with Pope Paul VI on Sept. 10, 1975. At right, wearing traditional African costume, is Bernadette Olowo, the Uganda envoy who is the first woman ambassador to the Vatican. (AP Photo)
Uganda’s President Idi Amin, center, and his wife, Sarah, leave the Grand Hotel in Rome, Italy, on their way to the papal summer residence at Castel Gandolfo for their private audience with Pope Paul VI on Sept. 10, 1975. At right, wearing a Busuuti, is Bernadette Olowo, the Uganda envoy who is the first woman ambassador to the Vatican. (AP Photo)

 

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The current First Lady, Janet Kataaha Museveni

 

Cover Photo: Lady Damalie Kisosonkole

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