Alur Kingdom Archives

Alur Kingdom rallies clergy to stop issuing marriage certificates to minors

Uganda’s legal framework explicitly prohibits child marriage. Article 31 of the 1995 Constitution sets 18 as the minimum age for marriage, while...

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Alur Chiefdom builds mausoleum to boost heritage preservation, cultural tourism

The development feeds into the Alur Kingdom’s comprehensive documentation programme covering all 56 chiefdoms, aimed at cataloguing cultural artefacts, indigenous knowledge systems,...

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When Land Disputes Turn Deadly: Inside Zombo’s Growing Crisis

The intervention follows the lynching of a 70-year-old woman, Selethina Mandhawun, and a separate brutal attack on a man identified as Acelam,...

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Alur Kingdom rolls out initiative to safeguard cultural artifacts

The initiative seeks to protect centuries-old cultural treasures that have remained largely undocumented and are increasingly at risk of deterioration.

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Leaders sensitise Nebbi residents on World Bank-funded Nyagak water project

The River Nyagak project is expected to significantly improve water coverage in Kalwang and surrounding areas, where residents have long relied on...

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Alur Kingdom turns to ADR to address rising land disputes

The push comes at a time when land conflicts are sharply rising. According to the 2025 Uganda Police Annual Crime Report released...

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Alur Kingdom intensifies campaign to improve health of elderly and vulnerable

The initiative by Alur King aims to address growing health challenges among older populations, particularly the rising burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs)...

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Alur Kingdom rallies support for Muni University’s Leadership Institute

The Muni University Institute of Leadership and Governance is expected to serve as a hub for ethical leadership and governance excellence, supporting...

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NDA partners with Alur Kingdom to fight drug abuse among youth

Uganda recorded over 2,200 drug-related cases in 2024. Now, NDA is teaming up with Alur Kingdom to tackle the growing crisis through...

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Alur Kingdom Royals trained to lead fight against gender-based violence

Alur Kingdom and other Northern Uganda cultural leaders have undergone training in Gulu to champion gender equity, prevent gender-based violence and promote...

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Uganda, DR Congo sign peace pact to secure shared border

Uganda and DR Congo adopt key resolutions in Zombo District to strengthen border security, promote peaceful coexistence, formalise demarcation, and boost cross-border...

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Bahá’í Faith explore partnership with Alur Kingdom on community development

The Bahá’í Faith has opened talks with the Alur Kingdom on a potential partnership to promote family-centred community development initiatives in West...

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Alur chiefs rally behind ‘Minimum Agenda 2026’ to end violence against women

The Alur Kingdom has launched its Minimum Agenda 2026 to tackle violence against women and girls, reinforcing royal directives on gender justice,...

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DR Congo’s Alur community leaders meet Zombo’s Ker Alur Premier

A delegation from Warr-Palara Chiefdom in DR Congo has met the Alur Kingdom Prime Minister in Zombo to promote cultural revival and...

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Alur King calls for peace, unity ahead of 2026 elections

Pakwach, Uganda: The reigning King (Rwoth Ubimu) of the Alur Kingdom, His Royal Majesty Phillip Olarker Rauni III, has urged Ugandans to...

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Zombo, Alur Kingdom partner to boost facility births, cut maternal deaths

Zombo, Uganda: The Zombo District Health Office, working in partnership with the Alur Kingdom, has launched a community sensitisation and dialogue campaign...

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Health advocates push for inclusion of HIV Testing into Alur King’s coronation event

Zombo, Uganda: The Forum for People Living with HIV/AIDS in Zombo District has appealed to the Alur Kingdom to integrate voluntary HIV...

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Alur Chiefs end centuries-old rift with sacred “Thumu Caak” reconciliation rite

Zombo, Uganda: Hundreds of jubilant Alur subjects on Friday, October 24, 2025, gathered along the sacred banks of Leda Stream in Owenjo...

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Alur artists, schools gear up for Alur King’s 15th coronation anniversary

Paidha, Uganda: Renowned Alur artists, including Lucky Dee, Bushy Da King, and Queen Ashley D, are set to perform at the 15th...

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Alur Kingdom calls for Unity ahead of Ubimu’s 15th coronation anniversary

Zombo District: The Alur Kingdom’s central organizing council has called for unity and collective support from all Alur people as preparations intensify...