12-year-old takes over Swedish Embassy, pledges support
While addressing the embassy staff, the 12-year-old ambassador said the takeover specifically is remarkable as it symbolises a bright future where young girls are not only seen but heard on a global stage.
H.E Maria Hakansson the Ambassador of Sweden to Uganda handing over office to Charis Lynn Lamunu during the Girls Take Over. File Photo/Lawrence Mulondo
By 10:00am on Wednesday, Charis Lynn Lamunu, 12, had arrived at the Embassy of Sweden in Kampala, all ready to take over the topmost seat at the embassy.
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