Thesis title. An analysis of the physical planning process in emerging urban centers: A Case Study of Paidha Town in Zombo District, Uganda.General objective.The general objective of this research was to critically analyze the physical planning process that is affecting the emerging urban center of Paidha in Zombo district, Uganda. Specific objectives.Specifically, this research attempted to achieve the following objectives;(i)To critically analyze the level of participation of the urban community in planning processes and its impact on the pattern of physical urban development with particular reference to residential and commercial developments in Paidha town. (ii)To examine, the extent to which the available human resources effect physical planning in Paidha town. (iii)To analyze, to what extent the available financial resources have affected physical planning in Paidha town. Contribution of the research to community.a) Created scientific awareness on critical need for effective physical planning process in emerging urban centers of Uganda. b) Physical planning process analysis for Paidha town (located in Northwestern Uganda). c) Analyzed the role of participation of urban comm