All posts tagged "Zombo"
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401CrimeWoman, 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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767NewsTeenage 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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536NationalEaster 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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743NationalAlur 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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374NewsBacklog, 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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426NationalNebbi 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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641NationalGov’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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401NationalPDM 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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578Crime
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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482NewsZombo 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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472NationalShs2.4bn 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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954NationalZombo 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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606NationalNDA 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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389NationalFIDA 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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519NationalZombo 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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485FootballFUFA 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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643NationalZombo 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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752NewsDeath 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,...
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507NationalPaidha Town Council allocates UGX 113m for new market lock-up shops
Paidha Town Council has allocated UGX 113 million from local revenue to construct eight new lock-up shops at Paidha Central Market, boosting...
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420NationalMan, 48, found hanging dead as suicide cases spark concern in Zombo
A 48-year-old man, Denis Oyergiu, was found dead on Wednesday in a suspected suicide in Padea Town Council, Zombo District — the...
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520NewsZombo HIV Forum boss who led 46,000 tests passes on
Zombo’s HIV Forum is mourning the passing of General Secretary Charles Orwinya, a respected expert client who championed HIV testing and treatment...
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536NationalPaidha invests Shs38m to fix sanitation crisis in schools
Paidha Town Council has kicked off constructing new latrines at Oturgang Boys and Mvungu Lower Primary Schools to tackle sanitation challenges affecting...
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1.0KNationalConcern as Zombo records nearly 4,000 teenage pregnancies in one year
Zombo District has recorded 3,896 teenage pregnancies in one year, pushing its adolescent pregnancy rate above Uganda’s national average and alarming leaders.