Culture

Inzu Ya Masaba Cultural Institution has rejected claims by Bugisu Cultural Institution spokesperson Steven Masiga that it is defunct or illegitimate. In a formal rebuttal, spokesperson Wepukhulu Abner stated that Inzu Ya Masaba remains an active cultural institution rooted in history, constitutional provisions, and the will of the Bamasaaba people. Citing Article 246 of the Ugandan Constitution, the institution emphasized …

Mbale & Bulambuli, Uganda|December 28, 2025 Hundreds of Bamasaba traditional surgeons (bakhebi) on Sunday converged at two separate venues in Mbale City and Bulambuli District in a powerful demonstration of unity, peace, and commitment to safeguarding Bamasaba cultural heritage as preparations intensify for the 2026 cultural year. One group of over 400 surgeons assembled at the palace of His Highness …

Why We Are Here, the Challenges We Face, and the Path to Unity The current impasse within the Masabaland cultural institution stems from the coexistence of two parallel groups distinct in name, yet largely similar in practice, territory, and the people they claim to represent. This situation was, in part, precipitated by ill-advised counsel that encouraged structural and constitutional changes …

UMUKUUKA IV OF INZU YA MASAABA Mbale City, Uganda — Inzu Ya Masaaba, under the leadership of Umukuuka IV, Mayatsa Joram Khamboson, officially announces the 2026 Imbalu Inauguration Cultural Exposition, scheduled to run from 1st August to 29th August 2026 at the Mutoto Cultural Centre. This highly anticipated cultural season is one of the most significant events on the Bamasaaba …

Mbale City, December 18, 2025 — The Umukuuka IV of the Bamasaaba, His Royal Highness Mayatsa Joram Khamboson, has officially declared January 1, 2026, as a designated circumcision day for Bamasaaba defaulters, scheduled to take place from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The declaration was made during a press conference held at the Inzu ya Masaaba Cultural Office in Mbale …

Mbale, Uganda — The Bamasaba National Students Association (BANSA) successfully held its handover celebration at Manafwa High School, marking a significant transition in leadership and a renewed commitment to unity among Bamasaba students across institutions in Uganda. The colorful event brought together students, leaders, elders, and invited guests under the spirit of Butwela, symbolizing unity, continuity, and shared cultural identity …

FORMER INZU YA MASAABA (IYM) SECURITY MINISTER JACKSON MASSA WASUKIRA PASSES ON The Umukuuka IV received sad news of the loss of retired UPDF WO2 and former security minister in Inzu YA Masaaba (IYM) cultural institution, Jackson Massaa Wasukira, who passed away at Rubaga Hospital. He was a prominent figure in the Ugandan community, known for his service in the …

MBALE, November 2, 2025 The cultural leader of the Bamasaba, Umukuka IV, Mayatsa Joram Khambosan, has extended his heartfelt condolences to Guga Gregory Gidaguyi, the Banawodya Family, the Mwambu Clan, and the entire community following the passing of Kuku Nambozo Christine, fondly known as Kyalani. In a message of sympathy, Umukuka IV expressed deep sorrow upon learning of the loss, …

    By, REAGAN NABUTELE.

In a passionate appeal, Umukuuka IV, His Highness Joram Mayatsa Khamboson, has called upon all members of the Bamasaba community — both at home and abroad — to embrace unity, cultural pride, and collective development. Addressing his people during swearing in oath, His Highness emphasized that the progress of the Bamasaba community depends on cooperation, peace, and active participation in …