9. Uganda devlet başkanı (1986–görevde)
Journalist enthroned as king of Uganda’s Tooro monarchy
FORT PORTAL: A former television news anchor was crowned king of Uganda’s Tooro Kingdom on Tuesday, becoming the 13th monarch of the Batooro people in a ritual-laden coronation that ended a succession dispute. Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma succeeded King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, whose death last month from cancer at age 34 triggered a feud, with his mother saying a previously undisclosed son was entitled to the throne. Uganda is a constitutional republic governed by an elected president, but four pre-colonial kingdoms remain as influential symbols of identity and heritage despite not having any political power. A 21-member committee from the royal Babiito clan selected Kijanangoma, 56, who is Oyo Nyimba’s cousin. A source with knowledge of the succession dispute said that Uganda’s central government pushed through that decision over the mother’s objections. Kijanangoma took the new royal name Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I in a traditional ceremony that included the slaughter of a bull and sprinkling of a hen’s blood in Tooro’s capital Fort Portal. Nyabongo I walked to Karuziika Palace between midnight and 3am before taking part in a mock battle for the crown. At Karuziika, young men dressed in tunics, orange shawls and skins held sticks and spears, some prostrating before the king. Traditional dancers and drummers, some wearing calabashes, entertained guests who included President Yoweri Museveni. Earlier, Charles Kayondo Kamurasi, the Omusuuga or head of the Babiito clan who had been wielding power since Oyo Nyimba’s death, handed over authority to the new king in a church service at St. John’s cathedral. “We have a big task to protect our culture, our traditions and customs and good conduct among our people,” Nyabongo I said in his maiden speech, pledging to rally his subjects to protect the environment. Oyo Nyimba died in the US on Aug 27 while receiving treatment for angiosarcoma, an aggressive cancer. He drew global attention in 1995 when enthroned at age 3 after the death of his father, with images of the toddler king in royal robes and a crown prompting widespread fascination. Former colleagues of Nyabongo I at the state broadcaster UBC where he worked as a news anchor and editor describe him as humble and down to earth. “Everyone in Fort Portal is happy because of this new king. We are preparing. Women are ironing their masuka. Men are ironing their kanzus,” said Tooro resident Elizabeth Kengonze in the run-up, referring to traditional clothes. Published in Dawn, September 30th, 2026
The journalist who became king in Uganda
Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I has been crowned king of Tooro in a ceremony attended by Uganda's President Museveni.
Uganda: Museveni Calls for UN Security Council Reform, Stronger Multilateralism At Unga 81
[UG Diplomat] New York -- Uganda has called for comprehensive reform of the United Nations Security Council, stronger multilateral cooperation and a more equitable international financial system as world leaders gather for the 81st United Nations General Assembly.
Trump administration denies entry visas to Palestinian officials ahead of UN general assemblyUganda: Uganda Suspends Military Ties With Turkey Over Extradition of Museveni Critic
[RFI] Uganda has suspended all military and defence cooperation with Turkey over Ankara's ongoing refusal to extradite an exiled Ugandan blogger and fierce critic of President Yoweri Museveni.
Uganda suspends military ties with Turkey over extradition of Museveni critic
Uganda has suspended all military and defence cooperation with Turkey over Ankara's ongoing refusal to extradite an exiled Ugandan blogger and fierce critic of President Yoweri Museveni.
Uganda: Only 737 Traders Verified for Shs20 Billion Kampala Flood Relief
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Only 737 traders have been verified as genuine victims of the floods that devastated several buildings and arcades in Kampala in October 2025 and are now set to share the 20 billion shillings relief fund pledged by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. The Internal Security Organisation (ISO) has submitted the verified list to the Office of the Prime Minister after investigating claims involving more than 2,000 traders who had initially been presented as victims.
Uganda: President Museveni Calls On Ugandans to Honour Fallen Liberation Heroes
[New Light] President Yoweri Museveni has urged Ugandans to honour the men and women who died during the country's liberation struggles, warning that forgetting their sacrifices would amount to losing an important part of the nation's identity.
Uganda: Uganda Takes 'Pearl Sweet' Crude to Global Market At Appec 2026
[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala -- Uganda has formally introduced its crude oil, branded Pearl Sweet, to the global petroleum market at the Asia Pacific Petroleum Conference (APPEC) 2026 in Singapore, as the country moves closer to first oil production. The unveiling on Tuesday followed President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni's naming of Uganda's crude oil as Pearl Sweet during his recent visit to the Kingfisher Development Area.