Omukama Edward Rukiidi Nyabongo I, a son to Prince Christopher Paul Kiijanangoma and a grandson of Omukama George David Kamurasi Rukiidi ascended to the throne on September 29th, 2026, after the death of his cousin King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV who succumbed to cancer at the age of 34 in the United states.
The forum comes as UWA continues to strengthen partnerships and procurement systems to support conservation. The authority is mandated to conserve and sustainably manage Uganda’s wildlife and protected areas.
UWEC, also formerly known as Entebbe Zoo, was opened by the Colonial government in 1952, starting out as a reception center for confiscated and injured wild animals.
As Uganda gears up for the celebration of World Tourism Day 2024, the Ministry of Tourism World Life and Antiquities has urged Ugandans to travel more and explore the beauty in the country.