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 brutal murder of Aisha Kigongo at the hands of her husband Richard Nsubuga in Mpigi district is a tragic reminder of the devastating consequences of domestic violence fueled by jealousy and suspicion. For instance, in June 2024, in Kayunga district, a 34-year-old man identified as Fred Ngobi grabbed a machete and cut off his wife’s hand, Fatuma Babirye, on allegations of infidelity.