30/08/2026
Tribute: The life and legacy of Tooro's King, Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, died Thursday, August 27, 2026, aged 34.
Details about King Oyo so far:
- He was born April 16, 1992, and crowned Sept 12, 1995 at age 3 after his father died, making him the world's youngest reigning monarch
- His 31-year reign focused on youth empowerment, health, agriculture, and culture
- He was a UNAIDS Cultural Champion for HIV/AIDS among young people and started the King Oyo Model Farm and youth ICT centre
- Before the official announcement, government minister Balaam Barugahara said he was critically ill and receiving treatment in the US
- The Kingdom said "The continuity of the Crown is assured. His Majesty leaves behind a Prince as his heir" whose identity will be revealed per tradition
