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The teenage King, Uganda Martyrs and their continued exploit beyond grave
Every 3rd of June Christian pilgrims across East Africa and beyond complete their journey to Namugongo, a suburb in Uganda’s capital, Kampala, to pay their respects to long-dead Christian converts who suffered public execution at the hands of Kabaka (King) Mwanga II of Buganda (1868-1903).
The story of the Uganda Martyrs is well known, and for readers, it is often the victor’s version of the story that is within reach. The government of Uganda, local and international media continue to cash in on the tragedy of the martyrs and the teenage king that ordered their execution. This is a podcast exploring the the contested narratives of the Martyrs and the young King.
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By Eric Mwine-MugajuEvery 3rd of June Christian pilgrims across East Africa and beyond complete their journey to Namugongo, a suburb in Uganda’s capital, Kampala, to pay their respects to long-dead Christian converts who suffered public execution at the hands of Kabaka (King) Mwanga II of Buganda (1868-1903).
The story of the Uganda Martyrs is well known, and for readers, it is often the victor’s version of the story that is within reach. The government of Uganda, local and international media continue to cash in on the tragedy of the martyrs and the teenage king that ordered their execution. This is a podcast exploring the the contested narratives of the Martyrs and the young King.