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Oyo Rukidi IV, Uganda's Youngest King, Dies at Age 34 After Illness

Oyo Rukidi IV, once recognized as the world's youngest reigning monarch, has died at 34, marking the end of a unique chapter for the Tooro kingdom and raising questions about the future of its royal lineage.

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Oyo Rukidi IV crowned king of Tooro at age three

Proto Thema ↗

King Oyo reported in critical condition in US hospital

NYT World News ↗

Death of King Oyo Rukidi IV confirmed at age 34

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Tooro Prime Minister announces king's death and urges unity

The Independent ↗

Community mourns and awaits news on succession

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