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Difficult years, turned toward other people.
The foundation grew from lived experience, music and community leaders who refused to look away.
Our story
A voice for people who had none.
Ziggy Ninjaz Foundation grew from community engagement and a decision to stand with people whose voices are often ignored. Outreach began with food, clothing, guidance, counselling, encouragement and a platform to be heard.
That work became an organisation. Today ZNF still holds the same belief: people who are vulnerable deserve protection and dignity, not pity.
Unheard people deserve a voice.
Vulnerable people deserve dignity.
The founder
From orphanhood and the streets to Testimony Ziggy.
Ssenkungu Ivan Joseph lost both parents when he was two. He stayed with an older sister whose new family struggled for shelter, school fees and food. Around the age of seven he was abandoned in town, among children surviving on the streets. A meal could feel like a miracle.
He began composing songs and performing with friends. Small churches offered limited food and chances to take part in games, comedy and singing. As his voice grew, he used it for children, young people and neighbours who were neglected, traumatized or simply not heard.
Living with a disability sharpened his understanding of the barriers people face. With community and religious leaders, the outreach became organised — and became Ziggy Ninjaz Foundation.
Today the original vision still leads the work: be a voice for the voiceless, reach people who are forgotten, and build a society where everyone can live with dignity.
Grassroots beginnings
Community activities and outreach for vulnerable people.
CBO in Wakiso
Formal registration as a community-based organisation.
NGO registration
A Uganda-registered nonprofit, ready for wider partnerships.
Programmes taking shape
Protection, skills, inclusion and a plan to reach further across Uganda.