The Kyabazinga of Busoga, His Majesty William Gabula Nadiope IV, and the Inhebantu, Her Royal Highness Jovia Mutesi, have announced the birth of their third son, Prince Nadiope Ezra Josiah.
According to the official announcement from the Busoga Kingdom, Prince Nadiope Ezra Josiah was born on November 1st, 2026.
The news has been received with great joy and celebration across Busoga and beyond, with subjects of the Kingdom, cultural leaders, and well-wishers
In a statement, the Kingdom said the birth of the Prince is a blessing to the royal household and to the entire Busoga Kingdom, adding that both the Inhebantu and the newborn Prince are in good health.
Prince Josiah joins his two elder brothers, Prince William Nadiope and his twin brother in the royal family, further strengthening the lineage of the Kyabazinga.
The Kyabazinga and Inhebantu, who were married in a colourful royal wedding in November 2023 at Christ’s Cathedral Bugembe, have continued to be celebrated as a symbol of unity, love, and cultural pride in Busoga.
Since their marriage, the royal couple has been actively involved in various development and cultural initiatives in the Kingdom, including promoting education, health, youth empowerment, and the preservation of Busoga culture and heritage.
Leaders from across Uganda, including political, religious, and cultural figures, have already begun congratulating the royal couple, describing the birth as a moment of joy for the Kingdom and the nation at large.
The Busoga Kingdom has called upon all Basoga and Ugandans to join in thanking God for the safe delivery and to continue praying for the royal family as they raise their children.
Further details on celebrations to welcome the newborn Prince are expected to be announced by the Kingdom in the coming days.
The birth of Prince Nadiope Ezra Josiah comes at a time when the Kingdom is preparing for a series of cultural activities, and his arrival is expected to add to the festive mood in Busoga.
