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 awards will celebrate various categories, including Tourism Media Personality and Cultural Tourism Award focusing on Advancing Sustainable Tourism, Peace and Green Investments for Improved Livelihoods.
Cultural tourism in the Teso sub-region should be used for the socio-economic development of the local people or communities, and the emphasis should be put on providing infrastructure development and cultural tourism business models.
Teso Museum is a vital institution for the preservation and promotion of Teso culture, providing a valuable resource for education, research, and cultural exchange.