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 new system is expected to reduce the distance residents travel in search of water, improve school attendance and retention, and reduce the risks faced by women and girls who often travel long distances to collect water.
"As Uganda expands its footprint in the European Union, Asia, the Middle East and other markets, our success will increasingly depend not only on what we produce but on how well our products meet international standards and regulatory requirements,” Masagazi said.