Mercy for Life School unveils new cabinet after democratic polls

MAKINDYE, KAMPALA – Mercy Schools – Makindye, located behind Calendar Hotel on Lubega Road, has ushered in a new era of student leadership following a successful general election conducted at the end of Second Term 2026.

In its End of Second Term Circular dated 21st August 2026, the school administration, under its motto “Let Your Light Shine – Matthew 5:16,” announced the overall winners who will steer the student body in the Third Term.

The elections, which are a key part of the school’s culture of nurturing leadership, responsibility and democracy from a young age, saw learners vote for their peers across 18 key ministerial positions.

Top Leadership: Upper and Lower

In the Upper section, Munyangabyanjo Isma emerged as the overall President Upper, deputized by Nassimbwa Bushirah who was elected First Lady Upper. This pair will be charged with overall student discipline, representing the school at external functions, and acting as the bridge between the administration and the student body.

In the Lower section, Mandela Atif was elected President Lower, alongside Namalwa Hazel as First Lady Lower. Their role is crucial in mentoring the younger learners and ensuring order in the lower primary.

To coordinate the entire cabinet, the school elected Mukisa Rapheal as Prime Minister, while Mulidwa Fatah will serve as the Speaker, presiding over cabinet and parliamentary sessions.

Full Cabinet List

The school also announced a full ministerial cabinet to handle specific dockets:

Muyanjo Keira Hanel was elected Health Minister, tasked with sanitation and health-related issues. Kyeyune Macedah will serve as Information Minister, while Nsamba Nicholas takes the Religious Minister docket to guide spiritual activities.

On the sports and entertainment front, Nalule Catherine was voted Sports Minister and Muganzi Bryant as Entertainment Minister. Kabonge Ark was elected Lower Time Minister, a critical role in time management for the lower section.

Class representation was also catered for with Lubega Athaliah Genesis elected as Y.3 Class Minister, Nakitende Maria Ritah as Y.1 Class Minister, and Namubiru Princess as Y.2 Class Minister.

Other ministers include Namayanja Regina as Ethics Minister, Waswa Moses as Boarding Mess Minister, and Ssewagudde James as Mess Minister – both overseeing welfare and feeding.

More Than Just Titles

Speaking about the process, the school administration expressed gratitude to parents for their support throughout the term and noted that student leadership is central to character formation at Mercy Schools.

The newly elected leaders are expected to be sworn in during the Third Term. According to the Third Term Calendar released in the same circular, the official Concert / Swearing-in of Cabinet / Closure will take place on 27th November 2026. The Third Term itself opens on 14th September, with Independence Day on 9th October and Visitation and Academic Day on 25th October.

The school has urged parents to use the current holiday to guide children on responsible use of phones and social media and ensure their safety as they await the return of the new student government.

For Mercy Schools – Makindye, this election is not just about prefects, but about preparing future leaders of Uganda.

Pictures of newly elected leaders