Kizza Besigye

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Kizza Besigye
Personal details
Born
Warren Kizza Besigye Kifefe

(1956-04-22) 22 April 1956 (age 68)
Rukungiri, Uganda
Political partyForum for Democratic Change
Spouse(s)Winnie Byanyima
RelationsOlive Kobusingye (sister)
Children
  • Adam Ampa Besigye
  • Anselm Kizza Besigye
ResidenceKasangati, Wakiso, Uganda
Alma materMakerere University

Warren Kizza Besigye Kifefe (born 22 April 1956), who is known as Colonel. Dr. Kizza Besigye, is a Ugandan physician, politician, and former military officer in the Uganda People's Defence Force.[1]

Early life and education[change | change source]

Kifefe was born and raised in Rwakabengo, Uganda, on 22 April 1956. He went to Kinyasano Primary School and Mbarara Junior School for his Primary school education. He later joined Kampala's Kitante High School for his Ordinary Levels and then Kigezi High School in Kabale District for his Advanced Level education.

Career[change | change source]

In October 2021, Kizza Besigye launched a new movement, called the Popular Front for the Transition, bringing together several political groups.

References[change | change source]

  1. "Heavy police presence at Besigye's home". BBC News. Retrieved 2021-06-22.