The Order of the Shield and Spears (Ekitiibwa ky'Amafumu n'Engabo) is the Kingdom of Buganda's highest honour.
[1] It was established by Daudi Cwa II of Buganda, Kabaka of the Buganda, for the purpose of recognizing excellent service to the kingdom.
The Order of the Shields and Spears was established on 8 August 1927 by Daudi Cwa II of Buganda, Kabaka of the Buganda, for the purpose of recognizing excellent service to the kingdom.
[3] It is awarded to Bugandan subjects and foreign nationals.
[4] The order consists of the following classes of merit:[citation needed]