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Ttembo of Buganda

d. 1434

Fourth Kabaka (King) of the Kingdom of Buganda, between 1404 and 1434

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About Ttembo of Buganda

Ttembo was Kabaka (King) of the Kingdom of Buganda. He ruled between 1404 and 1434. He was the 4th Kabaka of Buganda.

Claim to the throne He was the only surviving son of Prince Lumansi, son of Kabaka Kimera. His mother was Nattembo. He killed his grandfather while on a hunting trip by clubbing him on the head. Accounts of the event differ; some say the event was an accident, while others say it was a deliberate act. Ttembo established his capital at Ntinda Hill.

Married life He married Najjemba, daughter of Semwanga, of the Ngonge clan.

Issue He fathered three children, two sons and one daughter:

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Important facts

Born
Uganda
Died
1434
Also known as
Ttembo Kiridde, King Ttembo, King Kiridde

Frequently asked questions

Who was Ttembo of Buganda?

fourth Kabaka (King) of the Kingdom of Buganda, between 1404 and 1434

When was Ttembo of Buganda born?

Ttembo of Buganda was born in Uganda.

When did Ttembo of Buganda die?

Ttembo of Buganda died in 1434.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ttembo of Buganda

· Wikidata: Q7850457

· DBpedia: Ttembo of Buganda

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