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- Sarah Mateke was born in Chahi subcounty, Kisoro District, in the Kigezi region, to Philemon Mateke, a former State Minister for Regional Affairs, and Joy Rwanfizi Mateke, a professional teacher.
KAMPALA: The late State Minister for Defence, Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi, will be laid to rest on Thursday, September 12, 2024, in Nyakabingo, Kisoro District, according to the burial program released by the Speaker of Parliament, Anita Among.
The body of Hon. Mateke will arrive at All Saints Cathedral in Kampala on Tuesday, September 10, for a memorial service. After the service, the body will be taken to Parliament for a special sitting at noon.
On Wednesday, September 11, the body will be transported to Nyakabingo, Kisoro, for a council session. The final burial service will be held on Thursday, September 12, 2024, in Nyakabingo.
Sarah Mateke Nyirabashitsi (July 15, 1974 – September 7, 2024) was a Ugandan politician and educationist who served as the Woman Representative for Kisoro District and was the Minister of State for Gender, Labour, and Social Development.
She was appointed in 2021 by President Yoweri Museveni during the 11th Parliament of Uganda.
Sarah Mateke was born in Chahi subcounty, Kisoro District, in the Kigezi region, to Philemon Mateke, a former State Minister for Regional Affairs, and Joy Rwanfizi Mateke, a professional teacher.
She was the third of six children.
Nyirabashitsi attended Seseme Integrated School and later Maryhill High School for her secondary education.
She graduated from Bugema University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and also held a Master’s degree in Public Health from the same institution.
Additionally, she earned a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration and Management from Uganda Christian University.
