Archive · 28 Jul 2025
NYC Assemblyman Hosts Ugandan Wedding Amid Controversy
New York City politician Zohran Mamdani had a big wedding party in Uganda.
He and his wife, Rama Duwaji, had already gotten married secretly, but this was a big party for the family.
The party was at his parents' fancy house and had lots of security.
Some people didn't like the timing of the party because a well-known person had just died, and it's not respectful to have parties during mourning.
Despite this, the wedding went on with many guests, including the Assemblyman himself.
NYC Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani held a three-day wedding celebration in Uganda.
The event took place at his family's hilltop estate near Kampala.
Tight security measures, including special forces guards, were in place.
The wedding sparked mixed reactions, with some criticizing its timing.
Mamdani and his bride, Rama Duwaji, previously eloped in Dubai.
- Who
- NYC Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani and his bride Rama Duwaji.
- What
- A lavish three-day wedding celebration.
- When
- Recently.
- Where
- Buziga, Uganda.
- Why
- To celebrate their marriage with family.
Negative reactions
Positive reception
Cultural sensitivity vs. personal celebration
Negative reactions
The timing of the wedding was culturally insensitive.
Positive reception
The wedding was a private celebration.
- Groom
- Zohran Mamdani
- Bride
- Rama Duwaji
- Location
- Buziga, Uganda
- Event Duration
- Three days
- Security
- Special Forces Guards
- Mamdani's profession
- Queens Assemblyman