The Umukuka III of the Bamasaba people, His Highness Jude Mike Mudoma, has concluded his official tour of the Kigezi region.
The Umukuka was invited to the Kigezi highlands by members of the Mutebile family and the Rushoroza Catholic Church. His entourage to Kabale included his ministers and envoys, such as Hon. Andrew Masaba (Minister of Finance), Hon. Vincent Woboya (Minister of Disaster and Emergencies), Hon. Wadada (Special Envoy), and Mr. Masereje Richard (Attorney General).
While in Kigezi, His Royal Highness the Umukuka of the Bamasaba people participated in a fundraising drive that raised over 20 million shillings towards the completion of the Rushoroza Catholic Church, a project initiated by the late Governor of the Bank of Uganda, Professor Emmanuel Mutebile.
His Royal Highness also highlighted the close cultural ties between the Bakiga and Bamasaba people, noting similarities in place names like Bushika and Bukigai in Bududa District and many places in Kabale.
Commissioner of Police Dr. Rubanza, who hails from Kabale and has lived there for about 30 years, confirmed the many similarities between the Bakiga and Bamasaba people, including their language, food, routes, and behaviors. This view was shared by the Regional Police Commander of the Elgon region, Mr. Otim Bosco, who has matrimonial ties in the Kigezi region.
The Umukuka was warmly welcomed in Kabale by the Mutebile family and the church. He and his entourage enjoyed a sumptuous party at Lake Bunyonyi Beach, among other activities during their visit.
In his speech to the Banyakigezi people, the Umukuka urged cultural institutions across Uganda to work closely with the government to achieve developmental objectives. He also encouraged the Banyakigezi to visit Masabaland and consider marriage to further strengthen the cultural ties.
The Umukuka officially extended an invitation to the Banyakigezi people, both in government and the general public, to visit Masabaland.
