Kigeli IV Rwabugili was enthroned in 1853, born Sezisoni, he adopted the name Rwabugiri, which signifies "the all-powerful." The term "Ubugiri" translates to power, and it was customary that no ...

Today, Rutare Heritage Site is the final resting place of six kings and four queens, including the notable monument of King Kigeri IV Rwabugiri. He passed away (Gutanga) in 1895.

From 1897 to 1960, Rwanda was ruled by four kings—Kigeli IV Rwabugiri, Yuhi V Musinga, Mutara III Rudahigwa, and Kigeli V Ndahindurwa—all of whom resisted colonial dominance.

Even King Rwabugiri had noticed this, leading him to designate one of Mibambwe IV's sons as his future successor. Sensing the growing opposition, Prince Muhigirwa urged the king to eliminate the ...