Abim District

Abim District is bordered by Kotido District to the north and east, Napak District to the southeast and south, Otuke District to the southwest and Agago District to the west. The district headquarters at Abim, are located approximately , by road, northwest of Moroto, the largest town in the sub-region.{{cite web ==Overview==

Abim District became functional on 1 July 2006. Prior to that, it was known as Labwor County in Kotido District. The district is composed of five sub-counties and one town council, Abim Town Council. Abim District covers an area of . The district is part of the Karamoja sub-region, home to an estimated one million Karimojong. The sub-region consists of the following districts: 1. Abim District 2. Amudat District 3. Kaabong District 4. Kotido District 5. Moroto District 6. Nakapiripirit District and 7. Napak District. Abim District has got a wet and dry woodland savannah type of climate, characterized by an intensive hot season that lasts from December until February. ==Population==

The 1991 census estimated the district population at about 47,600. The national census in 2002 estimated the population of the district at approximately 51,800. The average annual population growth rate has been determined at 0.9%, between 2002 and 2012. In 2012, the population of Abim District was estimated at approximately 56,500.{{cite web ==Ethnic Group==

The main group in Abim District is the Labwor people, who are closely related to the Acholi people and the Karimojong communities. The predominant language spoken in the district is Leblango (Labwor language) ==Economic activities==

Subsistence agriculture and animal husbandry are the main occupations of the population of the district. Many also practice animal hunting to supplement their diet. Crops grown include: ==Education==

Abim District has several primary and secondary schools, although access to education remains limited due to: • Poverty • Distance to schools • Climate challenges Government and development partners continue to support education development in the district. ==Health Services==

Health services in Abim District are provided through: • Abim General Hospital • Health Centre IV facilities • Health Centre III facilities ==See also==