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 government of Uganda, through its national policy on inclusive education, has paved the way for the empowerment of all the population through the education-for-all initiative, which was introduced in 1997 to ensure that all children, regardless of their disability, have access to quality education.
Access to information remains a critical issue for deaf individuals in Uganda; however, the government has committed to ensuring that television broadcasts are accessible, in accordance with the Communication Act of 2013 and the Persons with Disabilities.
The conference themed “Advancing Community-Based Rehabilitation/Community-Based Inclusive Development for a Disability-Inclusive Society” started on September 10, 2024. The week-long engagement will focus on discussions around advancing community-based rehabilitation for an inclusive society.
The Minister of Gender, Labour, and Social Development, Hon. Amongi Betty Ongom, has appealed to government stakeholders, the community, and international partners to unite and enhance literacy education to transform people's lives in different communities of Uganda.