Thousands of Women Empowered to Rise and Lead at Dominate Conference 2025

The Kampala Serena Hotel’s Victoria Hall was filled to capacity on Saturday, April 12, as thousands of women attended the Dominate Conference 2025. 

The event, was organized by Manuela P Mulondo, a renowned entrepreneur, educator, author, and advocate for gender equality.

The conference aimed to empower women to achieve their goals and find inner contentment while balancing their personal and professional lives. 

A panel of accomplished women leaders shared thought-provoking discussions on faith, purpose, and personal development.

Sylvia Mulinge, MTN Uganda CEO, emphasized the importance of acknowledging God in the workplace and urged professionals to glorify Him in spaces of influence.

“When leadership is rooted in righteousness, it lifts everyone up. Take God with you into every decision, every meeting, and every challenge, because with Him by your side, nothing is impossible,” she said.

Mulinge also shared how her love for her work shaped her mindset, which ultimately determined her success. 

Hope Kemigisha outlined six essential steps for stepping into one’s divine assignment, focusing on identity, readiness, resourcefulness, and the power of declaration.

Purity Wako highlighted the importance of treating the body as a vessel for greatness and urged attendees to let go of relationships that don’t contribute positively to their growth.

Dr. Eunice Adubango encouraged attendees to tap into their full potential by embracing learning and reasoning.

She drew a powerful comparison of the brain, to the earth terming it as a complex network full of systems and endless possibilities. 

“But if we neglect it, its power fades away,” she said, adding that nurturing our minds through continuous learning keeps us strong and capable of achieving great things.

Manuela P Mulondo concluded the discussions with an inspiring message about becoming a “360 Woman,” urging women to find true wholeness in God and fully embrace their unique purpose.

I&M Bank Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications, Annette Nakiyaga, reiterated the bank’s commitment to supporting women-focused initiatives that foster empowerment, purpose, and financial independence.

“When women are empowered, they find the strength to face challenges and the courage to lift others up. Empowered women inspire change, not just for themselves, but for their families, communities, and the world around them. When women rise, we all rise,” Nakiyaga said.