It states, “Subject to the provisions of this Constitution, the institution of traditional leader or cultural leader may exist in any area of Uganda in accordance with the culture, customs and traditions or wishes and aspirations of the people to whom it applies.” During the colonial era, under British administration, the power of kings and chiefs was reduced and system of indirect rule was introduced.
Pendant la période coloniale, sous l'administration britannique, le pouvoir des rois et des chefs a été réduit et un système d'administration indirecte a été établi.