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New Tooro King Completes First Traditional Ritual After Burial of King Oyo
Fort Portal, Uganda – September 13, 2026 The newly appointed Omukama of Tooro, King Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I, has completed his first traditional ritual at the royal burial ground, marking another important step in the installation of the new monarch following the burial of the late King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV.
Africa
South Sudan President Salva Kiir Appoints Son as Commander of Presidential Guard
Juba, South Sudan – September 12, 2026 South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir Mayardit has appointed his 36-year-old son, Major General Atem Salva Kiir, as the new commander of the Presidential Guard, the elite military unit known as the Tiger Division.
Culture
Buganda Katikkiro Shares Kabaka Mutebi’s Tribute as Tooro King Oyo Laid to Rest
Fort Portal, Uganda – September 12, 2026 – Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of the Tooro Kingdom was laid to rest on Saturday at the Karambi Royal Tombs in Fort Portal, marking the end of a 31-year reign that began when he was just three years old. The late king, who died on August 27, 2026, at the age of 34 while receiving cancer treatment in the United States, was buried on the exact anniversary of his coronation in 1995.
LIFESTYLE
Ugandan-Born Social Worker Brings Hope to Orphans While Building a Life in Denmark
At 52, Samalie Kristensen wears many hats: dedicated social worker, mother of four, active gardener, and passionate humanitarian. Living in Denmark, she balances a full-time career supporting families within the Danish welfare system with an unwavering commitment to vulnerable children back home in East Africa.
Africa
CATASTROPHIC FLASH FLOODS DEVASTATE NORTHERN NEPAL NEAR TIBET BORDER
KATHMANDU — Catastrophic flash floods and debris flows swept through river valleys in northern Nepal and the border regions of Tibet, leaving hundreds dead and over 1,300 people missing.
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NORWAY IN MOURNING: KING HARALD V PASSES AWAY AT AGE 89
OSLO — The Royal House of Norway has officially announced the passing of His Majesty King Harald V. The beloved monarch, who reigned for over three decades, passed away peacefully at the Royal Palace in Oslo surrounded by his immediate family.
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Tooro Kingdom Mourns as King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV Passes Away
TOORO KINGDOM_ the prime minister of kingdom has officially released or announced the death of The King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV died in United States
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From the Streets of Juba to Continental Stardom: How MajorBoy Became South Sudans Digital King
MajorBoy (Major Makoi Ayuek) has emerged as South Sudan’s premier content creator, building a cross-border digital network exceeding 10 million followers across TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram. By leveraging authentic street comedy, wholesome pranks, and high-engagement content, he is reshaping regional narratives, driving cultural impact, and securing major international partnerships.
Sports
Ethiopia Submits Official Bid to Host AFCON 2028 Continental Tournament
ADDIS ABABA — The Ethiopian Football Federation (EFF), backed by full state endorsement from the federal government, has officially submitted its bid handbook to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to secure hosting rights for the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Africa
Africa Must End External Dependency on Vaccines and Medicines, AUC Leader Urges at WHO Summit
ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA — In a decisive address during the opening ceremony of the 76th Session of the WHO Regional Committee for Africa (RC76) in Addis Ababa,
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Can the AU Make Its Current Sudan Mission Count?
Enforcement Capacity: The AU currently lacks the resources, logistical backing, and political consensus required to deploy a physical monitoring or civilian protection mechanism—a critical missing link if any humanitarian truce is to hold.
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SIGNATURE BY THE REPUBLIC OF RWANDA OF THE AFRICAN UNION CONVENTION ON ENDING VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLS (AU-CEVAWG)
ADDIS ABABA- The Government of the Republic of Rwanda has officially signed the landmark African Union Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (AU-CEVAWG), becoming the ninth African Union (AU) member state to sign the continental trea