Ekitaguriro kya Runyege - The Courtship Dance of the Banyoro
Runyege is a vibrant courtship dance of the Banyoro people of Western Uganda. Performed during celebrations and marriage negotiations, the dance features dynamic hip movements, intricate footwork, and the distinctive sounds of ebinyege (ankle rattles made from dried cocoons) that give the dance its name.
Empaako - The Naming Ceremony Traditions of the Batooro and Banyoro
Empaako is the unique pet name system shared by the Batooro, Banyoro, and Batuku peoples of Western Uganda. This oral history recording documents the tradition of bestowing one of twelve sacred praise names (empaako) upon children, a practice that UNESCO inscribed on the List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding in 2013.
Engabu Ya Tooro - Royal Drama of the Tooro Kingdom
Engabu Ya Tooro is a traditional dramatic performance that reenacts key moments from the history of the Tooro Kingdom. This form of historical drama combines dialogue, dance, and music to educate audiences about the founding of the kingdom by Prince Kaboyo Olimi I, who broke away from the Bunyoro Kingdom in 1822.