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Minister Mayanja Breaks Down, He Is Ready To Apologise To The Kabaka

Minister Sam Mayanja has expressed willingness to apologize to Kabaka Ronald Mutebi, marking an important shift from his previous stance. This development comes after widespread criticism for his comments about the Kabaka’s ritual at Kasubi Tombs, a sacred site for the Buganda Kingdom.

Mayanja had previously faced backlash for describing the tombs as “nothing but a burial ground of four departed individuals” and labeling the rituals as “heathen rites”. Many Baganda saw his remarks as disrespectful and an affront to their cultural heritage. Members of Parliament, including Betty Nambooze Bakireke and Aloysius Mukasa, demanded his sacking, citing provocative language that could lead to unrest.

Key Reactions:

  • Public Outcry: Many Ugandans, both on and offline, called for Mayanja’s resignation or psychiatric evaluation, questioning his grasp on cultural sensitivity.
  • Parliamentary Action: MPs initiated procedures to censure him, with some labeling his behavior as contemptuous towards the Kabaka and Buganda Kingdom.
  • Cultural Significance: Kasubi Tombs, a UNESCO World Heritage site, hold immense spiritual and historical value, housing the remains of four Buganda kings.

It’s unclear what prompted Mayanja’s shift, but his willingness to apologize may help mitigate tensions with the Buganda Kingdom.

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