Controversy Over Ugandan Kingdom's Royal Succession

A succession battle is intensifying in Uganda’s Tooro Kingdom ahead of the late king’s burial. Prince Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma has been named the next monarch, but the decision is being challenged by members of King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV’s immediate family, raising questions about the kingdom’s future leadership.

And Ethiopia is preparing to welcome the year 2019 on September 11. On New Year's Eve, Ethiopians at home and across the world will celebrate Enkutatash, the start of a new year in the Ethiopian calendar. We explore the traditions and how the occasion is marked.

Presenter: Nkechi Ogbonna

Producers: Keikantse Shumba, Bella Twine and Fana Negash

Technical Producer: Davis Mwasaru

Senior Producer: Blessing Aderogba

Editors: Daniel Dadzie and Maryam Abdalla