https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/a-tv-journalist-is-set-to-be-crowned-as-king-of-a-traditional-monarchy-in-ugandaContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/a-tv-journalist-is-set-to-be-crowned-as-king-of-a-traditional-monarchy-in-ugandahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/a-tv-journalist-is-set-to-be-crowned-as-king-of-a-traditional-monarchy-in-uganda#u92261Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:26:08 +0000Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma, a former television journalist and broadcaster, was crowned king of Uganda's Tooro traditional monarchy during a ceremony in Fort Portal on Tuesday. Thousands of spectators were expected to attend the event, which follows the death of the kingdom's previous ruler last month. The coronation proceeded despite a High Court petition that threatened to halt the proceedings amid an ongoing succession dispute that triggered widespread grief and division within the region.Why it mattersTraditional monarchies in Uganda hold significant cultural influence and