By Staff Reporter
Police in the Rwenzori East Region have heightened security ahead of the Rwenzururu Kingdom celebrations scheduled for November 14, 2026, which will feature the Musinga Birthday Run and the 60th anniversary of the coronation of Omusinga (King) Charles Wesley Mumbere Iremangoma.
ASP Elly Maate, the Rwenzori East Regional Police spokesperson, said security agencies had finalised preparations to ensure that the celebrations are conducted peacefully.
“Territorial police in Rwenzori East Region have finalised arrangements for a peaceful celebration of the Rwenzururu Kingdom activities, including the Musinga Birthday Run and the 60th coronation anniversary,” Maate said in a press statement.
He said the Uganda Police Force, working alongside other sister security agencies, had increased deployment and security visibility in anticipation of the large number of participants and high-profile visitors expected to attend the celebrations.
Maate said the enhanced security measures were intended to prevent any disruptions during the events and ensure the safety of all participants and visitors. “Deployments have been strengthened to avoid disruption of any kind, as we are mandated to protect lives and property and maintain law and order,” he said.
He urged members of the public attending the celebrations to remain disciplined, cooperate with security personnel and observe all guidelines throughout the activities. Maate also called on participants to remain vigilant at the event venues, along the marathon routes and within their respective communities.
“Our people should remain disciplined and cooperative with the security guidelines throughout the celebrations. They should also be security-conscious and vigilant at the venue, along the marathon routes and in their respective communities,” he said.
The police spokesperson further appealed to members of the public to promptly report suspicious activities, potential security threats and criminal incidents to the nearest police station.
“Members of the public with information about potential security threats and related crimes are encouraged to immediately report to the nearest police station for timely intervention,” Maate said. The November 14 celebrations are expected to attract large crowds as the Rwenzururu Kingdom marks the 60th anniversary of King Mumbere’s coronation alongside the annual Musinga Birthday Run.