The Legacy Project is an international cultural initiative to honour Ssekabaka Edward Muteesa II through heritage preservation, educational outreach, and the construction of two bronze monuments, one in Uganda and one in the United Kingdom.
The project is led by the Buganda Heritage Association (UK & Ireland) in collaboration with project coordinators in Uganda and members of the wider Buganda community in the diaspora.
One monument will stand in Uganda as a symbol of national heritage, while the UK monument recognises Muteesa II’s years in exile, community service, and global historical significance.
You can support the project by attending events, volunteering, contributing to fundraising, sharing awareness, or offering professional skills to assist the initiative.
Our UK base is in Croydon, London, and we work closely with heritage and cultural teams in Uganda.
You can reach us by email, phone, info@legacy.uk, or through the contact form on the website.
We aim to respond promptly to all inquiries.
We offer several convenient ways to support The Legacy Project:
Bank Transfers:
I&M Bank Uganda (UGX / USD / GBP):
UGX: 50740062001
USD: 50740062002
GBP: 50740062004
Mobile & Digital Payments:
PaxSente
MTN MoMo Pay
Airtel Pay
Donations made through our official UK channels may qualify for tax benefits depending on your country’s regulations. Please consult your local tax advisor for details.
Every contribution directly supports The Legacy Project, including:
Monument construction in Uganda and the UK
Cultural preservation and education initiatives
Heritage events and outreach programs
Community coordination and project administration
We maintain strict transparency and accountability throughout the process.
Yes. You may dedicate your donation to honour a loved one, family, organisation, or in memory of someone special. We can record the dedication upon request.
The project is managed under the Buganda Heritage Association (UK & Ireland), with clear reporting, financial accountability, and regular updates to supporters and stakeholders.
Ssekabaka Edward Muteesa II was the 35th Kabaka of Buganda and the first President of independent Uganda. He was a respected cultural leader, statesman, and military officer who played a pivotal role in Uganda’s early political history.
He defended Buganda’s cultural identity, resisted political oppression, shaped Uganda’s pre- and post-independence journey, and served with honour both at home and abroad. His life symbolises leadership, resilience, and sacrifice.
Following political tensions and a military assault on his palace in 1966, Muteesa fled Uganda for his safety. He lived modestly in London until his death in 1969, contributing to the community through voluntary work.
He died under mysterious circumstances at his apartment in Southwark, London. In 1971, his body was returned to Uganda and buried at the Kasubi Royal Tombs — a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The monuments aim to preserve his memory, educate future generations, strengthen cultural identity, and recognise his contributions both in Uganda and the UK. They also symbolise unity between homeland and diaspora.
Uganda represents his heritage and leadership; the UK represents his exile, community service, and global historical influence. Together, they tell the full story of his life.
The Kasubi Royal Tombs are a sacred burial site for Buganda kings and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, symbolising centuries of cultural and spiritual heritage.
Muteesa’s values — courage, discipline, integrity, and service — inspire young people to embrace their identity, respect their culture, and contribute positively to their communities.