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The succession dispute within Uganda's royal family after the death of the world's youngest monarch

BBC News Brasil11 September 2026 at 19:55

The family of the deceased King of Tooro is involved in a dispute over the succession to the throne. King Oyo, who was considered the world's youngest monarch, recently passed away, leaving a power vacuum in the kingdom.

Oyo's relatives claim he left a will naming his young son as heir to the Tooro throne. This statement contrasts with the kingdom's traditions, which generally determine succession by the elders' choice.

The young monarch's death has sparked tensions within the royal family, with different groups vying for control over the succession. The will mentioned by the relatives may represent an attempt to ensure that the late king's wishes are respected.

The kingdom of Tooro, located in Uganda, now faces a period of uncertainty as the dispute over leadership continues. The kingdom's ancestral traditions conflict with the testamentary provisions left by the monarch.

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