Michael Katagaya

BOARD Member
Michael is a social entrepreneur who has made significant contributions in his field. In 2017, he co-founded the Evidence And Methods Lab, where he serves as the team leader. This civic tech initiative focuses on improving access to information, ensuring accountability, and consolidating effective

About Michael

Michael is a social entrepreneur who has made significant contributions in his field. In 2017, he co-founded the Evidence And Methods Lab, where he serves as the team leader. This civic tech initiative focuses on improving access to information, ensuring accountability, and consolidating effective methods for generating evidence. One of their key objectives is to enhance the sharing of research findings and data to promote better engagement. 

With almost 8 years of experience, Michael has actively supported organizations in designing and implementing measurement frameworks. He is particularly interested in utilizing evidence for learning, public engagement, and innovation. His expertise has been sought by various regional, government, and donor organizations. Notably, he has collaborated with Twaweza East Africa and its education program Uwezo, as well as the DFID-funded Strengthening Evidence Based Decision initiative.

Michael’s exceptional accomplishments have also been recognized by the Ford Foundation, as he is one of the two Ugandan Ford Foundation fellows. This prestigious fellowship reflects his dedication and impact within his field of work.