Ugandan Culture

THE BANYARWANDA/BAFUMBIRA

The Banyarwanda or Bafumbira are found in the old districts of Ankole and Kigezi bordering Rwanda. They have, however, spread to many parts of Uganda. Ethically, they are the same as the Banyarwanda of Rwanda. Those who inhabit Kisoro District […] [READ MORE »]

THE BAKONJO AND BAMBA

Origins The Bakonjo and Bamba are Bantu and they are said to have a common origin with the other Bantu groups.The Bakonjo are found in the District of Kasese. They are the most numerous of the Rwenzori peoples, being more […] [READ MORE »]

THE BAKIGA

The Bakiga inhabit Kabale and part of Rukungiri districts. They occupy the counties of Ndorwa, Rubanda, Rukigain Kabale and parts of Kinkizi and Rubando counties in Rukungiri districts. Due to overpopulation, the Bakiga have been migrating to other parts of […] [READ MORE »]

THE BAGWERE

The Bagwere can be traced to Pallisa district. Their language, lugwere is similar to Lusoga-Lulamogi in many respects. Origins The history of the Bagwere is very sketchy and scanty. Some of their traditions assert that they originated in Bunyoro and […] [READ MORE »]

THE BAGISHU

The Bagishu in habit the western and southern halves of Mt Elgon. On the west, the mountain spreads like the fingers of a hand with steep and narrow valleys between them. On the southern land is broken and consists of […] [READ MORE »]