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They say X is supportive. I just started posting my first videos on my youtube channel this month. Please check it out, and don’t forget to like and subscribe ~ xoxo yuri

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[Calvin Armstrong Rwomiire Akiiki @toorokingdompm]

STATEMENT TO THE PEOPLE OF TOORO

Fellow Batooro, friends of Tooro and all those who mourn with us,

As we prepare to receive His Majesty the Omukama and ultimately lay our King to rest, I appeal to every Mutooro to conduct ourselves with the dignity, restraint and decorum befitting this solemn moment.

We have lost our King. We have lost a son of Tooro whose life, leadership and service carried the name of our Kingdom far beyond our borders.

At this moment, our responsibility is not to allow disagreements, speculation or competing narratives to define these final days. Our responsibility is to protect His Majesty’s memory, honour his legacy and give him the dignified farewell he deserves.

Moments like these require leadership, not posturing. They require less talking and more organising. We are all grieving and emotions are understandably high, but leadership requires us to rise above those emotions, lead by example and never lose sight of the bigger picture.

The world is watching us, but more importantly, the people of Tooro are looking to us for leadership. How we conduct ourselves during this difficult period reflects on all Batooro. Let us therefore demonstrate the values for which our people are known: dignity, respect, unity and love for our Kingdom.

I am aware that questions have been raised regarding some of the circumstances surrounding His Majesty’s time abroad and the communication around it. I wish to clarify one matter respectfully.

The information communicated to the public that His Majesty was abroad studying, and subsequently that he was well, was communicated in accordance with His Majesty’s express wishes and direction. As someone serving him, it was my responsibility to respect his wishes and protect his privacy. I did so faithfully and respectfully.

I am also confident that His Majesty acted in good faith. He was confident in his recovery and was looking forward to returning home and reuniting with his people for the 31st Empango. He did not want to cause unnecessary alarm among his people.

Other matters have also been raised. This is neither the time nor the place to debate them. They must not be allowed to create division, controversy or distract us from the enormous responsibility before us.

There will be a proper time and forum, after His Majesty has been laid to rest, to address any matters that require clarification. For now, everything else is secondary.

I therefore appeal especially to Kingdom leaders, cultural leaders, public officials, the media, commentators and everyone using social media to exercise restraint. Words spoken in moments of grief can deepen divisions that may take years to repair. Let us choose words and actions that unite the Batooro and reflect the dignity of the Kingdom.

I also appeal for privacy and respect for the Royal Family and those who were closest to His Majesty. Their grief is deeply personal, and they must be given the space to mourn without intrusion, unnecessary speculation or pressure to speak. Their privacy and dignity should be respected throughout this difficult period.

Our duty now is simple: to receive our King with honour, lay him to rest with dignity, and stand together as one people.

Future generations will remember not only that Tooro lost its King, but also how we conducted ourselves in this moment of grief. Let them remember a people who chose unity over division, service over posturing, and leadership over controversy.

Until His Majesty has been laid to rest, let us remain united and focused on giving him the peaceful and honourable farewell he deserves.

In all that we say and do, Tooro must come first.

[BBC News (World) @BBCWorld]

Uber shuts operations in Nigeria and Uganda with immediate effect https://t.co/fQmPLMsbLj

[Elon Musk @elonmusk]

Starlink now available in Uganda! 🇺🇬

[Babie Jacquie Penny @BJacquie_P]

Uganda welcomes a global star today as international actor and musician @Tyrese touched down to champion the country’s rich coffee story and tourism potential.

Received at the airport by Talent Africa Group CEO Aly Allibhai of @talentafrica alongside officials from the Uganda Tourism Board, Gibson joins the journey as a global ambassador ahead of his much-anticipated performance at the Africa Coffee Marathon in Ntungamo this October.

Organised by Inspire Africa, the initiative seeks to spotlight Uganda’s coffee heritage on the world stage, using global influence to connect local producers with new premium markets while showcasing the Pearl of Africa as a destination of endless possibilities.

#TyreseInUganda #ExploreUganda

[Duncan Abigaba @DuncanAbigaba]

𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐍 𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐎𝐑 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐑 𝐓𝐘𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐄 𝐆𝐈𝐁𝐒𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐎 𝐋𝐀𝐔𝐍𝐂𝐇 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐋𝐎𝐑𝐄 𝐔𝐆𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐀 𝐂𝐎𝐅𝐅𝐄𝐄 𝐓𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐈𝐒𝐌

25 August 2026

KAMPALA, UGANDA — American actor and singer Tyrese Gibson has arrived in Kampala, Uganda, for a three-day visit following an invitation from the Government of Uganda and private-sector partners.

During his visit, Gibson will participate in the official launch of Explore Uganda Coffee Tourism, an initiative aimed at promoting Uganda’s coffee culture, consumption and tourism experiences. The launch will take place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Explore Uganda Coffee Tourism is a joint campaign by the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB), Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Africa Coffee Park. The campaign seeks to position Kampala as a destination where visitors can experience Uganda’s coffee value chain while discovering the country’s tourism attractions and cultural heritage.

As part of his itinerary, Gibson will visit the Source of the Nile to experience some of Uganda’s natural beauty. He will also participate in a coffee-tree planting activity and meet coffee farmers in Western Uganda.

He will also meet with the Head of State, to further highlight the growing interest in Uganda as a tourism and investment destination.

Gibson is internationally recognised for his successful career in film and music. He is widely known for his role in the Fast & Furious film franchise, including 2 Fast 2 Furious, as well as his music career. His hit single “How You Gonna Act Like That” has amassed hundreds of millions of views on YouTube.

Gibson’s visit is expected to contribute to international visibility for Uganda’s tourism sector and spotlight the country’s opportunities for cultural and experiential tourism.

For Media Enquiries:
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[Uganda Tourism Board @TourismBoardUg]

Scenes from the airport this morning as we welcomed Hollywood actor and musician Tyrese Gibson to the Pearl of Africa.

Tyrese is in Uganda for a 2-day tour aimed at showcasing the country’s tourism potential and sharing the experiences that make Uganda a destination worth discovering.

Welcome to the Pearl of Africa, @Tyrese

#ExploreUganda

[Ministry of Tourism-Uganda @MTWAUganda]

Such an honour to welcome Hollywood actor & music sensation @Tyrese who's in @GovUganda for a 2-Day tour in the bid to promote #Coffeetourism. Tyrese will equally be showcasing Uganda’s breathtaking beauty & her unique tourism offerings. @JulzKagwa @ExploreUganda @PSKatusiimeDor

[Africa Facts Zone @AfricaFactsZone]

American Artist, Tyrese Gibson is visiting the African continent to embrace his roots.

He plans to perform in South Africa and Nigeria.

He said he is 99% African and 1% American. They offered to fly him on a private jet, but he chose to be flown on a public plane instead.

[THEEGREATBANTA101 @theegreatbanta]

Guy was offered a private jet to pick him up from America to Uganda and he turned it down!

Hollywood star Tyrese Gibson has jetted into Uganda ahead of his scheduled activities, including touring the River Nile and the Africa Coffee Park in Ntungamo, which are part of the initiative to promote Uganda’s coffee and tourism potential.

[Explore Uganda 🇺🇬 @ExploreUganda]

Tyrese Gibson is in the Pearl of Africa🇺🇬

This visit will offer him a closer look at the people, places and experiences behind our coffee, connecting Kampala, the Source of the Nile, coffee farms and the Africa Coffee Park.

#ExploreUganda

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