We're Lions International District 411B

For over 100 years, Lions have served with uncommon kindness, putting the needs of our neighbors, our communities and our world first. Through the incredible work of our Lion and Leo members, and the support of our association and our global foundation, we are serving a world in need together.

District History

Lions District 411B originated from District 411, which encompassed five East African countries of Kenya, Ethiopia, and Seychelles, Uganda, Tanzania. In the 2018-2019 Lions year, District 411B underwent further bifurcation, resulting in Uganda becoming District 411B and Tanzania becoming District 411C. Despite the changes, all three districts remain under Multiple District 411. District 411B has been guided by visionary leaders who championed community impact and membership growth. See lineage of district governors here.

Slogan ‘’WE CARE, WE SHARE’’ we tell everyone with goodwill and the credentials we cherish, to join us at every opportunity.

International President’s theme: “MAKE YOUR MARK.”

District Leadership

Benon Kataate T.

Benon Kataate T.

2024-2025 District Governor 411B

Lion Benon has been a Lion since 1993 beginning as charter member- Bushenyi Lions club. Has been Club leader at all levels, Zone chair and Region Chairperson. as served as District Officer for various portfolios since 2011. He has been a regular Facilitator in Club, zone, region and District trainings. Has attended over 20 District Conventions 2 Africa Forums and one international convention. He is a Progressive Melvin Jones Fellow-PMJF.
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Julius Tumuhimbise

Julius Tumuhimbise

Cabinet Secretary

Ln. Julius Tumuhimbise supports the district through District correspondence to both Lions International, clubs and general district Lions Membership, Arrange Cabinet Meetings, Support Clubs in reporting and Administrative Issues where Possible, Record Keeping, including Calendar of Events & Governor’s Visit Schedule.
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Margaret Nshemereirwe

Margaret Nshemereirwe

Cabinet Treasurer

Margaret Nshemereirwe is the Cabinet Treasurer
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Jackson Rwakishaija

Jackson Rwakishaija

Sub-Treasurer - Club Accounts

Jackson Rwakishaija is the Sub-Treasurer in charge of Club Accounts
Cornelius Byarugaba

Cornelius Byarugaba

Sub-Treasurer – Fundraising &Projects

Cornelius Byarugaba is the Sub-Treasurer in charge of Fundraising and Projects
  1. 2019–2020: Officially recognized as a fully-fledged district by Lions Clubs International, operational from July 1, 2020.
  2. March 2022: District 411B boasted 56 clubs and 1,830 members, reflecting robust grassroots engagement.
  3. January 2024: Membership surged to 2,138 Lions across Uganda, underscoring the district’s appeal and impact.

Mission 1.5: is a Lions International global initiative aiming at reaching 1.5 million members by 1st July 2027 and is our Key Result Area (KRA). We have a target of 10 new clubs and 600 new members. We have identified over 50 places suitable to host new Lions clubs in our District. We pledge not to lose more than 200 members in 2024/24. We pledge that we shall achieve our Mission 1.5 goals.

Future Vision: Under Lion Benon Katate’s leadership, District 411B aims to bifurcate and:

  1. Expand to 75 clubs by end of 2025.
  2. Digitize service reporting and member training.
  3. Strengthen partnerships with NGOs and government agencies for scalable projects.

  1. Integrity
  2. Compassion
  3. Excellence
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    Achievements

    • Pediatric Cancer Ward at Mbarara Regional Referral Hospital

      We often donate food items at this cancer ward to help facilitate the caretakers and the children, especially those who come from very far and are admitted there.

      See Project

    • Lions Comprehensive Eye Care Project for Kigezi (LCEC)

      This project aims to ensure that communities in the Kigezi Sub-Region have access to eye care services that meet their needs at every stage of life. This includes not only prevention and treatment services, but also vision rehabilitation. It also aims to address the full spectrum of eye diseases…

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    • St Hellen’s Primary School – Section of The Blind

      St Hellen’s Nursery and Primary School is located on the Nyamitanga hill, just a few metres from the Nyamitanga Cathedral. A small section of the school is for the visually impaired children and it is this section that we usually support. Last year, the winning peace poster essay of District 411B was written…

      See Project