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<title>Calls Grow for Action Against Individuals Undermining Mediation Efforts in Bugisu Cultural Leadership Dispute</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ In a petition addressed to the Chief Justice, Masiga urged the courts to order the arrest of persons allegedly holding themselves out as cultural leaders and soliciting resources from members of the public despite the government&#039;s recent deregistration and degazettement of Inzu Ya Masaba. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:48:42 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>John Kusolo</dc:creator>
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<title>Allocation of Exhibition Space for 2026 Imbalu Launch at Mutoto Cultural Grounds Set to Commence</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The announcement was made by the Principal Spokesperson of Bukuka, Mr. Steven Masiga, who called upon individuals, companies, organizations, cooperatives, and business groups interested in marketing and selling their products during the cultural festivities to begin preparing for the allocation exercise. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:42:31 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>John Kusolo</dc:creator>
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<title>Cultural Leadership Key to Sustaining Bagisu Hard Work Ethos</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ For generations, the Bagisu have built their livelihoods through agriculture, trade, education, and community cooperation. Hard work has been deeply embedded in the customs and values passed down by their ancestors. It is these values that have enabled the region to remain productive and resilient despite various social and economic challenges. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:39:51 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>John Kusolo</dc:creator>
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<title>Government Freezes Inzu Ya Masaaba Bank Accounts Following Deregistration</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ According to Masiga, the deregistration carries significant legal implications under Uganda&#039;s laws governing companies and cultural institutions. He explained that once a company is deregistered, it ceases to exist as a legal entity and can no longer conduct business, operate bank accounts, enter contracts, or present itself to the public as an active organization. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2026 23:01:52 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>John Kusolo</dc:creator>
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<title>Umukuuka of Bugisu Extends School Outreach Programme to Kenya to Promote Culture and Morality</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Umukuuka of Bugisu, His Highness Jude Mike Mudoma, has extended his cultural outreach programme to schools in Kenya as part of efforts to promote Bamasaba culture, morality, and social values among communities living across the Uganda-Kenya border. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:47:52 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>John Kusolo</dc:creator>
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<title>Government Deregisters Inzu Ya Masaaba as Bugisu Cultural Institution Hails Move as Victory for Community Stability</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The development is expected to generate discussion among stakeholders across the Bugisu sub-region, where cultural matters have historically attracted significant public interest. Observers say the Government&#039;s decision could mark a new chapter in efforts to streamline the administration and recognition of cultural institutions in the area. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:14:16 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>John Kusolo</dc:creator>
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<title>Bugisu Oral Traditions Set for Global Audience as Government Approves Digital Archiving Project</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The initiative, titled &quot;A Study of Traditional Ugandan Stories: From Orature to Digital Publishing in Medieval Literature,&quot; has been approved under the supervision of the Uganda National Council for Science and Technology (UNCST). The project seeks to collect, archive, and digitally preserve traditional stories that have been passed down through generations among the Bagisu people and other Ugandan communities. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 20:11:51 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>John Kusolo</dc:creator>
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<title>Bridging Tradition and Law: The Case for Cultural Institutions in Uganda&amp;apos;s Justice System</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Masiga contends that law cannot be separated from the social and cultural environment in which it develops. However, he cautions that as Uganda embraces alternative justice mechanisms, the protection of human rights, particularly those of women, persons with disabilities (PWDs), and other vulnerable groups, must remain paramount. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:12:28 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>John Kusolo</dc:creator>
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<title>Bugisu Leaders Clash With Makerere Innovation Allowing Women to Urinate Standing</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Speaking by telephone from Mbale City, Masiga described the invention as culturally unacceptable and argued that it contradicts traditional norms upheld within the Bugisu community.

According to Masiga, standing while urinating has historically been regarded as a practice reserved for men, while women traditionally squat when easing themselves. He emphasized that cultural boundaries between men and women should be respected and preserved. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 07 Jun 2026 07:27:17 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>John Kusolo</dc:creator>
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<title>Kings and Cultural Leaders Convene in Mbale to Foster Unity and Support National Development</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The historic gathering brought together revered custodians of culture from the Bugisu, Teso, Lango, Bugwe, and Sebei communities, underscoring the critical role of cultural institutions in Uganda’s socio-economic transformation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 10 May 2025 20:39:09 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>John Kusolo</dc:creator>
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<title>National Conference on the Role of Traditional and Cultural Leaders in Uganda&amp;apos;s Socio&#45;Economic Transformation</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The two-day conference is expected to:

Foster a renewed commitment from traditional and cultural leaders to actively participate in socio-economic development initiatives.
Strengthen collaboration between government ministries, departments, and agencies with traditional institutions.
Develop actionable strategies to integrate traditional leaders into government programs, reducing the cost of implementation and enhancing community ownership.
By addressing these issues, the conference will create a framework for tracking and amplifying the contributions of traditional leaders to national development.


In her closing remarks, Hon. Mutuuzo expressed optimism that the conference would lead to tangible outcomes. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 09 Jan 2025 14:22:20 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>John Kusolo</dc:creator>
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<title>Prime Minister Dr. Paul Mwambu Vows to Strengthen the Cultural Identity and Heritage of the Bamasaaba Community.</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Dr. Paul Mwambu was on December 28th 2024, appointed Prime Minister of the Inzu Ya Masaba by His Highness Umukuka III, Jude Mike Mudoma. As Prime Minister, he is entrusted with the critical responsibility of assisting His Royal Highness in overseeing cabinet affairs and the general administration of the institution&#039;s activities. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Jan 2025 23:16:15 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>John Kusolo</dc:creator>
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<title>Busoga&amp;apos;s cultural head, the Kyabazinga calls for unity in the Ugandan region</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Kyabazinga said there’s need for leaders in Busoga to also rally the people and friends of Busoga to steer Busoga’s development to regain their lost glory. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 Apr 2023 11:53:00 +0300</pubDate>
<dc:creator>Benjamin Mwibo</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Kyabazinga, Busoga, William Gabula Nadiope, William Gabula Nadiope IV, Busoga diocese, Naimanhye Paul, Bishop of Busoga, Christ Cathedral Bugembe, Easter, Budhumbula Palace, Kamuli, Uganda</media:keywords>
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