All posts tagged "Zombo"
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498NewsZombo PLU Supporters push for West Nile to host next Muhoozi Birthday Run
The Zombo event was flagged off by Resident District Commissioner Festus Ayikobua at Paidha Health Centre III Junction, with participants moving through...
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480NationalAlur cultural leaders join fight against wetland degradation
Zombo, Uganda: The Alur Kingdom has issued a firm directive to its subjects in Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo to...
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671NationalGov’t orders fresh PDM SACCO elections amid corruption concerns
The directive comes amid growing scrutiny of PDM SACCO operations in Zombo, where beneficiaries have raised concerns over alleged extortion, manipulation of...
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475NationalAlur 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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503NationalAlur 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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479CrimeWoman, 70, lynched over suspected witchcraft in Zombo
The deceased, Mandhawun Seletina, a peasant farmer and resident of Abeju Centre Village in Atyak Sub-county, was brutally killed on Monday afternoon...
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841NewsTeenage girl rescued from suspected rape, forced labour in Lira
Zombo RDC Festus Ayikobua described the incident as part of a wider pattern in which traffickers target teenage girls from rural districts,...
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606NationalEaster in Zombo: Security, clergy unite against mob justice
Security officials joined Easter celebrations in Zombo, using the platform to warn against mob justice and promote peace, vigilance, and moral renewal...
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821NationalAlur 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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444NewsBacklog, poor loan recovery, stall PDM implementation in Zombo
The backlog stems from the first two PRF disbursements in the 2022/23 financial year, where UGX 3,399,280,000 was manually disbursed to 4,588...
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515NationalNebbi Elders launch grassroots committees to promote unity, growth and regional devt
The Greater Nebbi Elders Council has rolled out grassroots committees to drive unity, development, and cultural revival across the region.
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715NationalGov’t launches ICOLEW programme in Zombo
Zombo is among three districts, alongside Kaliro and Rakai, selected for the initial phase of the ICOLEW project, which aims to expand...
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453NationalPDM funds to blame for marriage breakups in Zombo
Leaders in Zombo warn that PDM funds are contributing to rising divorce cases, raising concerns about the programme’s impact on household unity...
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636Crime
Two suspected motorcycle thieves lynched by mob in Zombo
According to eyewitnesses, the two teenagers were attacked after being allegedly caught attempting to steal a motorcycle.
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526NewsZombo prioritises education, health in Shs36.8bn draft budget
Zombo District has unveiled a UGX 36.8 billion draft budget for FY2026/27, prioritising education, health, and infrastructure to boost service delivery and...
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549NationalShs2.4bn River Ora bridge to transform trade for Zombo farmers
A Shs2.4 billion bridge and road project in Zombo is set to transform access to markets for farmers under the National Oilseeds...
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1.0KNationalZombo police boss, SP Fred Bogere converts to Islam during Eid prayers
A senior police officer at the rank of Superintendent of Police Friday converted to Islam during Eid prayers, citing personal conviction and...
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679NationalNDA 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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457NationalFIDA to offer free legal services at Zombo Women’s day event
From GBV cases to property rights, residents will access justice services at no cost in a major community outreach led by FIDA-Uganda.
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564NationalZombo girls, mothers trained in sanitary pad making to curb period poverty
Over 100 girls and mothers in Zombo trained in sanitary pad and soap making to fight period poverty and improve school retention.
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556FootballFUFA Big League: Paidha Black Angels boost promotion bid with win over Iganga United
Paidha Black Angels boosted their FUFA Big League promotion hopes with a crucial 1–0 win over Iganga United as Paidha United fell...
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1.2KBig StoryZombo women accidently put on ARVs after partner testing mixups
Zombo health officials warn that HIV-negative women have mistakenly started antiretroviral therapy due to partner testing mix-ups linked to men avoiding antenatal...
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685NationalZombo fish farmers seek additional funds to expand EMYOOGA projects
Fish Farmers in Zombo District have appealed for additional EMYOOGA seed capital to expand aquaculture and apiary projects aimed at boosting household...
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802NewsDeath toll rises to four in Nyagak River tragedy as search continues
The death toll in the Nyagak River taxi accident in Zombo District has risen to four after three more bodies were retrieved,...