On the slopes of Mount Elgon, the Bagisu people (also known as the Bamasaba) are known for their Imbalu circumcision ceremony, a cultural rite of passage marking the transition from boyhood to manhood.
This biennial festival, accompanied by dancing, singing, and drumming, attracts thousands of spectators — both locals and tourists — to Mbale. It’s one of Uganda’s most dramatic and unforgettable cultural events.
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