EC sets new nominations rules, guides on academic requirements

The Electoral Commission (EC) has updated the 2025/2026 General Elections Roadmap, advancing the presidential candidate nomination dates and reinforcing eligibility requirements to ensure a smoother electoral process. In a statement issued on July 18, 2025, EC chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama Mugenyi announced that presidential nominations, previously set for October 2–3, 2025, will now occur on…

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EC urges aspirants to verify academic documents in time

The Electoral Commission (EC) has released a new directive for aspirants planning to participate in the 2025/2026 general elections, stressing the importance of verifying their academic credentials prior to the nomination period. In a statement, the EC emphasized that candidates vying for positions such as president, Members of Parliament, and local government roles must possess…

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EC: Special Interest Groups elections at sub county level to be held this week

The Electoral Commission has initiated nationwide Special Interest Group (SIG) elections, beginning at the sub-county level with voting for senior citizens aged 60 and older. The EC Spokesperson Julius Mucunguzi announced that the week-long elections will occur across all sub-counties, town councils, and divisions in Uganda. This process aligns with Uganda’s constitutional commitment to inclusive…

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Parish Elections: EC announces nomination dates for youth, elderly, and PWD committees

The Electoral Commission (EC) has designated today (June 26, 2025) and tomorrow as the nomination dates for candidates aspiring to serve on parish committees for youth, older persons, and Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) under the Special Interest Group (SIG) elections. According to EC Spokesperson Julius Mucunguzi, nomination forms are available at sub-county, town council, and…

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EC urges political actors to ensure peace ahead of youth elections

Justice Simon Byabakama, the chairperson of the Electoral Commission, has issued a stern warning to political parties and individuals against creating unauthorized youth militias during the ongoing special interest group elections. Speaking to the media on Wednesday, Byabakama noted that the elections for special interest groups, including the elderly and persons with disabilities (PWDs), have…

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EC warns against illegal participation in PWDs village elections

The Electoral Commission (EC) has issued a stern warning to individuals attempting to unlawfully participate in the ongoing Special Interest Group (SIG) elections for village committees representing persons with disabilities (PWDs), which will be held starting today, June 17, 2025. The commission has received reports from various regions indicating that individuals without disabilities are attempting…

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EC nominations for special interest groups conclude today

The nomination period for candidates in Uganda’s special interest group elections concludes today. These elections will select village committee members to represent three key societal groups: youth, older persons, and persons with disabilities. The Electoral Commission (EC) has been accepting nominations since June 2, with today marking the final opportunity to submit candidacies. EC spokesperson…

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