The youngest traditional king in the world, Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of Uganda, has died in the United States at the age of 34. He passed away last week following treatment for an aggressive form of cancer. His body has now been repatriated to Uganda, prompting national mourning. The king’s untimely death has also ignited a crisis of succession within the kingdom. Details surrounding the succession process remain unclear, adding to the uncertainty. His passing marks a significant loss for the people of Uganda and its traditional leadership.