- Uganda's historic Toro Kingdom received a new king on September 29, 2026. Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma was crowned as the 13th king during a grand ceremony held at Karuzika Palace in Fort Portal City.
- Upon ascending the throne, he adopted the royal name Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I.
- Kijanangoma became the King of Toro at a time when the royal family had been engaged in prolonged discussions regarding succession following the demise of the previous ruler.
- King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru IV passed away in August 2026 at the age of 34. Following his death, conflicting claims regarding the new successor emerged within the royal family.
- During the succession dispute, an alleged will drafted in 2022—which named a successor—was also brought to light.
- This development further complicated the ongoing debate over the throne. Meanwhile, the names of Queen Best Kemigisa and Princess Ruth Komuntale also surfaced in discussions regarding the succession.
- Ultimately, a 21-member committee of the Babiito clan selected Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma as the new king.
- Subsequently, on September 15, 2026, the Supreme Council of the Toro Kingdom unanimously approved his selection.
- With the coronation ceremony now concluded, Kijanangoma has formally assumed the throne of the Toro Kingdom.
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