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The allocation marks a significant step toward addressing historical grievances and strengthening state-cultural relations in the Rwenzori region.
 In a landmark financial commitment, the government has set aside 5.8 billion shillings to cover pension arrears for cultural institution leaders of the Rwenzururu Kingdom, alongside 8.5 billion shillings in retirement benefits for over 200 former kingdom veterans and civil servants who served during the UPC-led administration in Kasese District.
The approval was confirmed by the State Minister for Public Service, Hon. Mary Grace Mugasa, who stated that Cabinet cleared the payments on October 23, 2025. Although the process began earlier in the financial year, full disbursement has been prioritised for the 2026/2027 financial year.
Sympathy for Deceased Beneficiaries
Minister Mugasa extended sympathy to the families of deceased civil servants, assuring that their relatives would still receive the entitled benefits. She also announced that several presidential pledges to the Rwenzururu Kingdom have been formally captured within the same financial year’s budget.
Long-Standing Advocacy
The development follows years of advocacy by the kingdom for official recognition and compensation. Hon. Kabyanga Godfrey, a representative familiar with the matter, acknowledged the kingdom's persistent push for these arrears and support.
Appeal to Fulfil Pledges
Beneficiaries and kingdom officials have appealed to President Yoweri Museveni to ensure the timely fulfilment of these pledges, which also include the construction of a new Rwenzururu Kingdom palace—a project seen as vital to restoring the cultural and administrative stature of the institution.
The allocation marks a significant step toward addressing historical grievances and strengthening state-cultural relations in the Rwenzori region.
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