Oliver Wonekha

Oliver Wonekha is a Ugandan politician and diplomat. She currently serves as the country's Ambassador to the United States of America.[1]

Wonekha was a Member of Parliament representing women of the Mbale District (2001–2006) and the Bududa District (2006–2011).[1][2] She lost her seat in the 2011 election.[3] She worked in the coffee industry for over 30 years before engaging in politics.[1]

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "Obama receives Wonekha as Ugandan envoy". New Vision. July 22, 2013. Retrieved 17 April 2014.
  2. ↑ "Mps to be sworn in". New Vision. September 7, 2006. Retrieved 17 April 2014.
  3. ↑ "Foreign service chokes with failed politicians". Daily Monitor. November 18, 2012. Retrieved 17 April 2014.
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