Electoral Commission Uganda

COMMISSION STATEMENT ON RECENT EPISODES OF VIOLENCE DURING CAMPAIGNS

The Electoral Commission has noticed recent incidents of violent confrontations between some candidates, their agents or supporters, and law enforcement.

In particular, the Commission condemns the violent episodes on Friday, 28th November, 2025, that resulted into the loss of one person and injury to others. Such incidents clearly do not add value to our democratic dispensation.

This is unfortunate and regrettable for a campaign exercise that has been, and remains largely peaceful across the country where over 83,000 candidates from Subcounty councillors to President, are contesting for over 45,000 elective positions.

These incidents should be investigated to establish the root causes, and culprits should be held accountable in accordance with relevant laws.

The Commission reiterates its call on all stakeholders, including candidates, their agents and supporters to conduct themselves peacefully and within the law during this campaign period and beyond.

The Commission further calls on candidates, their agents and supporters to desist from using sectarian language that sows hatred, incites violence and provokes confrontation.

The Commission calls on law enforcement agencies to ensure there's compliance with electoral laws and guidelines by applying the necessary means that are commensurate to the prevailing circumstances in a given area.

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The Electoral Commission today met with aspiring presidential candidates who did not meet the nomination requirements, particularly the requirement for supporting signatures. The engagement follows petitions submitted to the Commission and forms part of the ongoing petition-hearing process.

The meeting allowed the aspirants to share their concerns, while the Commission clarified the legal and procedural requirements for nomination. The Electoral Commission remains committed to a fair, transparent, and inclusive electoral process, and will continue to follow the established guidelines in handling all petitions.

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PRESS RELEASE: In line with Article 61(2) of the Constitution of the Republic of Uganda, the Electoral Commission appointed the dates below for the elections of President; Members of Parliament and Local Government Councils (City/District; Municipality/City Division; and Sub County, Town, Municipal Division), including Councillors representing Special Interest Groups (SIGs).

https://www.ec.or.ug/news/polling-dates-presidential-parliamentary-and-local-government-councils-elections-2026

PRESS RELEASE: Nomination of Candidates in Electoral Areas where a Nominated Candidate Died.

In accordance with Section 26 of the Parliamentary Elections Act, Cap 177, the Electoral Commission has appointed Monday 27th and Tuesday 28th October 2025, as the dates for conducting fresh nomination in the various electoral areas across the country, where a nominated candidate has passed away.

Please note that the candidates who were previously duly nominated to contest in the affected elective positions at the respective Local Government Councils, shall not be required to undergo nomination again.

Aspiring candidates are advised to obtain nomination forms and guidelines for the respective Local Government Council elective position from their District Electoral Commission offices, or obtain soft copies of the forms and guidelines from the Electoral Commission website: https://www.ec.or.ug

These are the symbols approved by the Electoral Commission for use by Independent candidates in the 2026 General Elections.

Day 1 of Nominations | Parliamentary Elections 2026:

We have commenced the nomination of candidates for Parliamentary Elections 2026. Nominations for Directly-elected Members of Parliament and District Woman Representatives are being conducted at District/City Headquarters across the country from 9:00am to 5:00pm.

Nominations for Special Interest Groups (Youths, Persons with Disabilities, Workers & Older Persons) are taking place at the Electoral Commission Headquarters, Plot 1–3/5 Seventh Street, Industrial Area, Kampala, within the same hours.