Chris (Notti) Mwesigwa is a Sustainability and Economic Policy Expert and the Manager of Sustainability in the Strategy and Innovation Department at the Bank of Uganda, bringing over 13 years of professional experience providing leadership in integrating sustainability principles into the bank’s policies, procedures, governance frameworks, and operations. His work centers on sustainable finance, climate finance, ESG integration, climate risk management, sustainability reporting, financial sector development, macroeconomic analysis, and economic policy formulation.

A certified ESG and Sustainability Professional trained at Strathmore University in Nairobi, Chris possesses specialized expertise in sustainability reporting—including IFRS S1 and IFRS S2—as well as sustainable financial markets. He is also a member of the Network for Greening the Financial System (NGFS) and coordinates sustainability certification initiatives within the Bank of Uganda.

Throughout his extensive career at the central bank, Chris has played a key role in advancing ESG reporting, climate risk management, sustainable finance frameworks, green taxonomy development, and innovative climate finance instruments such as green bonds and Sukuk products. He has collaborated widely with national and international stakeholders, including the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Water and Environment, the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS), the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the European Investment Bank (EIB), and the Agence Française de Développement (AFD), contributing directly to strengthened climate resilience and evidence-based policy development across Uganda’s financial sector.

His key areas of expertise span sustainable and climate finance, ESG integration and reporting, climate risk management, green taxonomy development, green bonds and Sukuk products, macroeconomic analysis, financial sector development, institutional strategy and governance, stakeholder engagement, and environmental sustainability.

Driven by a commitment to responsible institutions and inclusive economic opportunities, Chris is passionate about leveraging his professional background to foster sustainable economic development and positive social impact. He values initiatives that empower individuals, strengthen communities, and build long-term resilience for a more sustainable future.

Inspired by a deep dedication to service, institutional development, and societal impact, Chris wants to serve on the Board to apply his leadership, economic policy, sustainability, governance, and stakeholder engagement experience toward effective oversight and long-term organizational sustainability. He views board service as a meaningful channel to extend his professional expertise and help the organization achieve its mission and amplify its impact.

Chris’s personal values are grounded in integrity, accountability, excellence, sustainability, service, and responsible leadership. His vision is to contribute to stronger institutions and improved opportunities for people and communities, believing that thoughtful governance and responsible resource use unlock meaningful and lasting transformation.