Kabaka Mutebi Tours Murchison Falls Park, Karuma Power Plant in Conservation Push

Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II, the King of Buganda, has toured key national sites in northern Uganda, combining a message of environmental conservation with support for national development initiatives.

According to the Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), the Kabaka recently visited Murchison Falls National Park, where he spent time appreciating the natural landscape and wildlife. UWA said the visit underscored the importance of domestic tourism and conservation, noting that national parks offer opportunities for relaxation, reflection, and recreation throughout the year, not only during festive seasons.

The authority described the visit as a powerful endorsement of local tourism and environmental stewardship, encouraging Ugandans to explore protected areas and support efforts to preserve the country’s natural heritage for future generations.

In a separate engagement, Kabaka Mutebi also toured the 600-megawatt Karuma Hydropower Project in Kiryandongo District. The visit was confirmed by the Uganda Electricity Generation Company Limited (UEGCL), which said its team guided the Buganda monarch through the facility, highlighting the scale of the plant, its engineering design, and its role in Uganda’s power supply.

In his remarks, the Kabaka commended UEGCL staff for safeguarding what he described as a national asset and praised their contribution to Uganda’s development through the generation of reliable and sustainable electricity.

The Karuma Hydropower Plant is one of Uganda’s largest power generation projects and a cornerstone of the country’s energy infrastructure. Officials said the Kabaka’s visit reflected the importance of collaboration between cultural institutions and state agencies in promoting national development, conservation, and responsible use of natural resources.

The Buganda Kingdom has, in recent years, emphasised environmental protection and socio-economic development as part of its broader cultural leadership agenda.