Buganda Culture

CUSTOMARY LAW MARRIAGE IN BUGANDA KINGDOM Buganda kingdom is a very old kingdom, the largest and most organized of the traditional kingdoms in present-day Uganda. It comprises most of Uganda’s central region. Marriage in Buganda rotates around clans and totems; …

Clans & Totems in Buganda Culture Clans and totems are central to the culture of Buganda because everyone belongs to a particular clan used to identify them. When asked to describe or introduce oneself, Baganda will mention their father, paternal …

Pregnancy Traditions in Buganda Culture In Buganda, getting pregnant is a time of joy, especially if the woman is married. Family members celebrate and are filled with joy when they realize that they will have a new addition to the …

Manners & Protocols in Buganda Culture Manners and protocol are a broad topic in the Buganda kingdom. The Baganda are rich in manners and protocol. They are raised from childhood being taught the importance of good manners and protocol. GREETINGS …

Neighbourly Practices in Buganda Culture In Buganda, neighbors generally treat each other as family. This neighborliness is portrayed in issues to do with handling children and functions. The family relationship between neighbors is also stronger in rural areas than in …

Music & Dance in Buganda Culture. The kingdom of Buganda is so rich in music that they have got their anthem referred to as the Buganda anthem. The Buganda anthem is called ‘Ekitiibwa kya Buganda’ (Buganda’s Pride). It was composed …

Arts & Cract in Buganda Culture. Baskets (Ebiibo) The art of making baskets is extensive in Buganda. Many girls are taught by older women how to weave baskets when they are still young. These are done in different shapes, colors, …