Masaka mourners bid farewell to King Oyo through Next Media live coverage

What the report says

Mourners in Masaka who were unable to travel to Tooro Kingdom for the burial of Omukama Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV followed the farewell live on Next Media platforms, including NBS Television, Sanyuka TV and MTN TV by AfroMobile, according to Nile Post. The report said the burial took place at the Karambi Royal Tombs in Fort Portal, where large crowds gathered on Saturday, September 12, 2026.

The article described the broadcasts as an important link for people in Masaka to take part in the national mourning. Several attendees said the coverage helped them reflect on King Oyo’s legacy and feel connected to the final rites, even though they had never met him personally. They portrayed him as a youthful symbol of leadership whose name was familiar in schools and public life.

Those quoted in the piece said King Oyo was admired for promoting unity in Tooro and encouraging development efforts, including coffee growing and other livelihood initiatives. The story also noted that many residents had followed events surrounding his death on August 27, 2026, through television and other media. More broadly, the report highlights how live broadcasting allowed people far from the funeral site to participate in a major cultural moment in Uganda.