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Tooro Kingdom’s Succession Crisis | Uganda News
The Tooro Kingdom is in turmoil after the sudden death of King Oyo at just 34, sparking a fierce succession battle that exposes deep-rooted gender inequality. While the Babiito clan crowns Prince Edward Kijanangoma, the Queen Mother challenges the move — especially after a royal committee had already named a successor. This power struggle reveals how traditional “culture” often masks patriarchal control, as institutions designed to preserve heritage instead exclude women. With King Oyo’s legacy of progressive reforms now on the line, the kingdom stands at a crossroads where tradition must…
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