"USE TIKTOK RESPONSIBLY,"KABAKA TELLS YOUNG PEOPLE
The Monarch noted that many youths have embraced the social media platform which could serve as a powerful tool for education and development if used well.
Felix Oketcho
By Our Reporter
King of Buganda, Kabaka Ronald Muwenda Mutebi II has urged young people to use TikTok responsibly by sharing useful information and avoid content that insult others.
TikTok is one of Uganda's fastest-growing social media platforms, with an estimated 8.8 million to 9.3 million users. It ranks as the second-most popular social app after WhatsApp, dominating short-form video consumption with over 60% of its user base aged 25–34.
TikTok is a leading driver of data consumption, with Users spending over 22 million gigabytes (GBs) daily, according to a report by the Uganda Communications Commission.
Uganda TikTok Content is dominated by local language content (Luganda), and the platform is increasingly used for music promotion, entertainment, and business, though it has faced issues regarding inappropriate content.
The appeal was made in the King’s Eid al-Fitr message issued on March 17, 2026.
The Monarch noted that many youths have embraced the social media platform which could serve as a powerful tool for education and development if used well.
“Many of our people, especially the youths have embraced the social media platform called Tiltok. We think that a platform like this can be useful in delivering news and information to our people,” he said.
“Our appeal to the youths however, is that they should use the platform to get genuine information and to talk about developmental matters such as spreading knowledge on religion, modern agriculture, education and health; rather than exposing and insulting other people,” the Kabaka said.”
In his broader Eid message, Kabaka Mutebi thanked Allah for enabling Muslims to complete the fasting period and reach the day of celebration. He said fasting builds discipline, strengthens faith and promotes good character.
He urged citizens to uphold the values learnt during Ramadan by supporting one another, especially the vulnerable, and maintaining unity within communities. The Kabaka also called on leaders at all levels to prioritise service, justice and the welfare of the people.
Parents were advised to guide their children with strong moral values and ensure they receive proper religious and formal education. The King further reminded his subjects to respect the Kingdom and uphold discipline, dignity and unity.
He concluded by wishing all Muslims a peaceful and joyful Eid
