Uganda is at a delicate turning point. Public debt, the demands of managing the economy, and the expectations of democratic practice now sit closer together than at any time in recent memory.
How we handle this moment will shape not only the health of our public finances, but also the character of our politics and the quality of justice available to the next generation.
This reflection is...
By Brenda Acen
Paidha kaal Umua Chiefdom under the Alur Kingdom has called upon subjects to be meticulous about the environment with small, daily actions like reducing waste, conservation of available resources and protecting nature while we practice tree planting.
This was during the burial of Jesse Ukweda who passed away on Saturday 12th September at Mulago national referral hospital....
By Mike Rwothomio
Under blazing sunshine that lit up the bustling commercial hub of Paidha in Zombo District, West Nile sub-region, the historic 11th annual Alur Cultural Festival took centre stage on Sunday, 30 August 2026.
This star-studded cultural spectacular served as the ultimate curtain-closer for revelers, entertainers, cultural dance troupes, comedians, journalists and thousands of...
By Alex Pithua
The Sixteen delegate members elected Grace Thorach who doubled as NRM chairperson Zombo district, Chairperson Women Council garning nine votes while her contender Evelyn Othora trailing with seven votes.
The election was conducted by NRM returning officer for Zombo district Prisca Onegiu alongside her vice Chairperson Alfred Okura and Assistant NRM registrar Geoffrey...
By Mike Rwothomio
The leadership of Zombo District Local Government has raised serious concerns over the District’s critically low staffing levels, warning that the “thin staff” is struggling to deliver essential public services effectively.
Presenting the State of the District Affairs address to the Council sitting on Monday, 20th July 2026, at the District Headquarters...
By Mike Rwothomio
New leaders of Paidha Town Council in Zombo District were sworn in on Thursday, May 28, 2026, ushering in a fresh political dispensation amid high public expectations for improved service delivery and urban development.
The colourful ceremony took place at the historic Mayor’s Garden in Paidha under bright afternoon sunshine, with hundreds of residents in attendance.
The...
By Mike Rwothomio
Beatrice Ubima, the newly sworn-in District Councillor for Paidha Town Council, Zombo District has prioritised the development of modern, gender-responsive sanitary facilities at the historic Paidha Central Market to address the needs of thousands of vendors, the majority of whom are women.
Ubima, who assumed office after she was elected early this year , fill the void...
By Face Up Uganda | Kampala
Uganda is once again facing a painful national conversation about corruption, public accountability, and the widening gap between the wealthy political class and millions of citizens trapped in extreme poverty.
At the center of the storm is Anita Among, the Speaker of Parliament, whose name has increasingly become linked to allegations of unexplained wealth, lavish...
By Explicit News I Zoomer Africa
Former Zombo district woman MP aspirant Afoyochan Esther has launched a scathing attack on Kasambya County MP and Patriotic League of Uganda (PLU) Secretary General, Daudi Kabanda, accusing him of hypocrisy, blackmail and exploiting his close association with Speaker of Parliament Anita Among for personal gain.
In a lengthy Tik Tok video outburst, Esther...
By Zoomer Africa
On this Sabbath day, as many across Africa pause to pray, reflect, and seek the face of God, we are reminded of a truth deeper than politics, borders, and struggle: Africa is not forgotten.
This continent, rich in people, culture, wisdom, and natural blessing, was not created to remain broken, divided, or dependent forever. Africa was created with purpose. Our land carries the...
By Zoomer Africa Editorial
At a time when millions of Ugandans are struggling to keep food on the table, pay school fees, access proper health care, or build secure livelihoods, the reported decision by President Yoweri Museveni to pledge Shs100 million to each NRM MP-elect has landed like an insult to the public conscience. Multiple media reports said the pledge was made after the Kyankwanzi...
A revised Zoomer Africa political analysis on conflict, resources, and the unfinished struggle for African unity
By Zoomer African History
Africa’s deepest tragedy is not poverty. It is disunity in the middle of abundance. This continent holds vast reserves of gold, cobalt, copper, oil, gas, fertile land, water, and youthful energy, yet too much of that wealth still sits beside war,...