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Steven Mwesige is a technology, cybersecurity, and risk governance executive with over 15 years of experience spanning information technology, cybersecurity, and enterprise risk management. Since rejoining the Bank in 2020, he has led the transformation of its cybersecurity function, strengthened the Bank’s security posture, and successfully led the Bank in achieving internationally recognised ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and PCI DSS certifications.
His expertise spans cybersecurity strategy, enterprise risk governance, cyber risk management, data protection, regulatory compliance, security operations, and responsible AI governance. Beyond his executive responsibilities, Steven serves as Governor of the Uganda Chapter of the Global Council for Responsible AI and as Board Chairperson of the Pearl Bank Staff SACCO.
Before his confirmation as Chief Information Security Officer in July 2026, Steven served the Bank as Ag. Chief Information Security Officer, Pearl Bank UG, Jul 2025 – June 2026, Head of ICT Security & Governance, March 2024 – Jun 2025, Manager, ICT Security & Data Protection , Sept 2020 – Feb 2024, ICT Risk Officer, Bank of Africa Uganda Ltd from Feb 2019 – Sep 2020, ICT Solutions Architect & Lead Pen Tester, Summit Consulting Ltd from Jan 2015 – Mar 2016, ICT Security Officer – Pearl Bank from 2018–2019, Manager & Senior Trainer – Institute of Forensics & ICT Security from 2015–2016 and Systems Administrator – Anti-Corruption Coalition Uganda from 2010–2013.
He holds an Executive MBA in Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain with distinction from Guglielmo Marconi University, Italy and a BSc in Information Technology from Uganda Christian University. His professional credentials include the DCRO Institute Certificates in Risk Governance® and Cyber Risk Governance®, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Harvard University’s executive programme in Managing Risk in the Information Age, and participation in the Journey to the Boardroom leadership programme.
Beyond his professional responsibilities, Steven is passionate about developing local technology talent, mentoring the next generation of technology leaders, and fostering a culture of excellence, continuous learning, and innovation within Uganda’s technology ecosystem.
Who is Dorcas Kiwemba Balimukuubo
Dorcas Kiwemba Balimukuubo is the Chief Legal Officer and Company Secretary, with over 14 years’ experience in the financial services sector. She specializes in board governance, regulatory compliance, legal risk management, and strategic advisory to senior leadership.
Prior to joining Pearl Bank in June 2026, Dorcas spent over eight years with Standard Chartered Bank Uganda, where she served as Country Legal Counsel and Assistant Company Secretary, providing legal and governance support to the Board, executive management, and business functions. She previously held progressively senior legal roles at Ecobank Uganda, including Acting Head of Legal, and began her banking career as Legal Officer before advancing to senior leadership responsibilities. Earlier in her career, she practised as an Advocate with Capital Law Partners & Advocates, advising clients on corporate, commercial, banking, and litigation matters. These roles provided extensive experience in corporate governance, financial services regulation, litigation management, credit and recoveries, and strategic legal advisory.
She has a strong track record of supporting boards and executive teams in navigating complex regulatory environments, strengthening governance frameworks, and delivering effective oversight across legal, risk, and compliance functions. Her experience includes leading company secretarial activities, managing litigation and external counsel, and advising on high-value transactions and business initiatives.
Dorcas combines technical legal expertise with commercial insight, enabling organizations to achieve business objectives while maintaining robust risk management and governance standards.
She holds a graduate qualification from the Chartered Governance Institute (UK & Ireland), a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) from Makerere University, and is a member of the Uganda Law Society and the East African Law Society.
