Speakers

Louise Hill and Martin Villig to speak at the 8th edition

The co-founders of GoHenry and Bolt join James Brian Ntwatwa on the programme for Saturday 20 March 2027.

The main stage at Kololo Independence Grounds during the 7th edition
The main stage at Kololo Independence Grounds during the 7th edition.

Two guest speakers are confirmed for the 8th National Career Guidance Day, on Saturday 20 March 2027 at Kololo Independence Grounds. Both built companies that young people use every day, which suits a theme about building wealthy mindsets early.

Louise Hill, United Kingdom

Louise Hill is the co-founder and executive chair of GoHenry.

  • She built GoHenry, the money app that teaches children and teenagers to earn, save and spend wisely. It is used by over 2 million young people in the UK, US and Europe.
  • She was named City of London Entrepreneur of the Year in 2024.
  • She was an expert judge on BBC’s The Apprentice in 2025.

Martin Villig, Estonia

Martin Villig is a co-founder of Bolt.

  • He co-founded Bolt in 2013. It now operates in over 50 countries, Kampala included.
  • He was an early engineer at Skype, employee number 60.
  • He received the Order of the White Star from the President of Estonia in 2019.

James Brian Ntwatwa, Uganda

The Day is hosted by James Brian Ntwatwa, President and Founder of Incredible Youth International, who led the advocacy that made 20 March the National Career Guidance Day.

More keynote speakers and panellists from government, industry and the youth will be announced in the coming weeks. Register for the Day on The Collar360.

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Career Day 2027

Be at Kololo on 20 March 2027

Register for the 8th National Career Guidance Day on The Collar360. It takes about two minutes, and teachers can register a whole class.