Isaya Mukirania (also spelled Isaya Mukirane, d. 2 September 1966), known by his royal title Kibanzanga I, was the leader of the Rwenzururu movement and the first Omusinga (king) of the Kingdom of Rwenzururu on 30 June 1963 (Coronation date).[1][2][3] He was formally succeeded by his son Charles Mumbere over 43 years after his death, on 19 October 2009.[4][5][3][6]
| Isaya Mukirania | |
|---|---|
| 1st Omusinga of Rwenzururu | |
| Reign | 30 June 1963 – 2 September 1966 |
| Coronation | 30 June 1963 |
| Predecessor | Monarchy established |
| Successor | Charles Mumbere |
| Died | 2 September 1966[1] |
Isaya died on 2 September 1966.[2][3][6] He was buried on Bulemba peak with in the Rwenzori Mountains.[2]
In 1953, Isaya founded the Bakonzo Cultural Research Association.[7]
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- ^ a b c "My Rwenzururu My Identity: Chapter 1 - My Rwenzururu My Identity, book by Muhidin". www.booksie.com. Retrieved 23 March 2023.
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- ^ a b Luscombe, Stephen. "Tribe - The Hidden History Of The Mountains Of The Moon". www.britishempire.co.uk. Retrieved 26 March 2023.
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