Uganda's King Oyo buried amid calls for unity over his successor

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What happened

A TV news presenter has been named as the traditional kingdom of Tooro's new monarch but the late king's family claim he chose an heir.

Key facts

  • Reported by BBC News and published Sat, 12 Sep 2026 16:55:31 UTC.

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