Zohran Mamdani Celebrates Wedding in Uganda—A Cultural Homecoming, Not a Political Statement

by Yeyetunde at Jul 27, 2025

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New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani recently traveled to Uganda to celebrate his marriage with his wife, Rama Duwaji, at his family’s compound near Kampala.

Mamdani was born in Uganda and moved to the United States at age seven, while Duwaji was born in Houston, Texas and raised in Syria and Dubai.

The event was described as a personal gathering with close family and friends—an homage to their heritage and shared values.

Although critics have circulated speculation about the security arrangements at the venue, no verified evidence of extravagance has surfaced.

Supporters argue that the ceremony should be viewed as a private celebration of love rather than a political spectacle.

In an era where personal and public lives often collide, many urge a respectful balance between scrutiny and cultural appreciation.

Images / Zorah Kwame / Instagram. Footage / Asian diaspora /Ticktock.

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Zohran Mamdani Celebrates Wedding in Uganda—A Cultural Homecoming, Not a Political Statement