World’s youngest reigning monarch King Oyo dies at 34

The Punch | 28-08-2026 02:17pm |

King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, the world's youngest reigning monarch, has died in Uganda at the age of 34. His reign began when he was just three years old, following the death of his father. King Oyo was known for his efforts to modernize his kingdom while preserving cultural traditions. His death marks the end of a significant era for the Toro Kingdom.

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