Government is set to release part of the Rwenzururu royal guards who have been in jail since 2016.
The royal guards were picked when the army raided Rwenzururu Kingdom palace on November 27th, 2016, leading to the death of more than 100 people.
The army also arrested the Omusinga Charles Wesley Mumbere, his officials and over 200 royal guards.
The newly appointed Rwenzururu Kingdom Prime Minister, Joseph Kule Muranga, says the government has committed to releasing 147 royal guards resulting from various negotiations.
According to Muranga, the kingdom sought it wise to engage the government for an out of court settlement.
Muranga says the government is set to secure 5 acres of land in Kasese to host the king’s palace as they continue discussions to pave way for Omusinga’s return.
A team from the government is expected in the district this week for further discussions including Mumbere’s return.
The government Spokesperson, Ofwono Opondo confirmed to Endigyito radio the ongoing discussions between the government and the Omusinga to ensure sanity returns to the region.
