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Mutesa II of Buganda

Kabaka of the Kingdom of Buganda from 1939 to 1969 and the first President of Uganda in 1962

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Edward Frederick William David Walugembe Mutebi Luwangula Mutesa II was a Ugandan royal and statesman who served as the first president of Uganda from 1962 to 1966, when he was overthrown by Milton Obote. Mutesa was also the Kabaka (King) of the traditional kingdom of Buganda in Uganda from 22 November 1939 until his death in 1969.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Kampala wd
Died
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Place of death
London wd
Citizenship
Uganda wd
Occupation
politician, writer wd
Education
Magdalene College, King's College Budo wd
Spouse
Damalie Kisosonkole wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Uganda (9 October 1963 – 2 March 1966)
  • president

Awards wd

  • Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire
  • Order of Merit for National Foundation

Questions

When was Mutesa II of Buganda born?
Mutesa II of Buganda was born on 19 November 1924 in Kampala.
What positions has Mutesa II of Buganda held?
Positions held by Mutesa II of Buganda include: President of Uganda (1963–1966); president.
Where did Mutesa II of Buganda study?
Mutesa II of Buganda was educated at Magdalene College, King's College Budo.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Mutesa II of Buganda · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q356026 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Sir. Edward Fredrick Mutesa, The President of Uganda.jpg by Unknown author Unknown author (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 10 November 2026

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