Omusinga of Rwenzururu
Appearance
Omusinga of Rwenzururu | |
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Omusinga wa Rwenzururu | |
Incumbent | |
Charles Mumbere since 19 October 2009 | |
Details | |
Style | His Majesty |
Heir apparent | None |
First monarch | Isaya Mukirania |
Formation | 30 June 1963 |
Residence | Royal Palace, Kasese |
Omusinga of Rwenzururu (Konjo: Omusinga wa Rwenzururu) is the royal title given to the monarchs of the Kingdom of Rwenzururu. The title was technically held by Charles Mumbere for over 43 years after the first Omusinga, his father Isaya Mukirania, died in 1966.[1] However, Mumbere was not formally crowned and recognised by the Ugandan government until 2009.[2][3]
List of omusingas
- 1963–1966: Isaya Mukirania (Kibanzanga I)
- 2009–present: Charles Mumbere (Irema-Ngoma I)[4]
See also
References
- ^ "Bakonzo to protect all â€" LC5". New Vision. Retrieved 2023-03-23.
- ^ "Rwenzururu Kingdom Commemorates Isaya Mukirania Anniversary". 4 September 2013. Retrieved 25 February 2018.
- ^ "US nurse's aide becomes Ugandan king". 19 October 2009. Retrieved 25 February 2018.
- ^ "Bakonzo mass circumcision ceremony called off". Monitor. 2021-01-11. Retrieved 2023-03-23.