EC Wraps Up Voter Verification Ahead of 2026 Elections
The Electoral Commission is set to conclude the verification of the national voter register following a 20-day exercise. The display exercise, which began on April 25, 2025, will end on May 15, 2025. It marks a critical step in promoting transparency, accuracy, and public participation as the country prepares for
No Extension for Voter Register Display, EC Warns
The Electoral Commission (EC) has called on all Ugandans to turn up for the ongoing verification of the national voter register ahead of the May 15, 2025 deadline. The display exercise, which began on April 25, 2025, is a crucial step toward ensuring transparency, accuracy, and citizen participation as the
Electoral Commission Extends Voter Register Verification for Special Interest Groups
The Electoral Commission has extended the period for verifying the Voters Register for Special Interest Groups (SIGs), Daily Star has learned. the Revelation was made by EC Spokesperson Julius Mucunguzi. The display of the National Voters Register, which began on April 25, 2025, will now continue until May 15, 2025,
Electoral Commission Offers Remedy for Missing Voter Details
All eligible Ugandans who applied for voter registration but whose details are missing from the National Voters Register have an opportunity to present their case for inclusion, Daily Star has learned. Last month, the Electoral Commission commenced the display of the National Voters Register in preparation for the 2026 general
How to Remotely Verify Your Voter Details
To save voters from the hassle of transportation costs and long queues, the Electoral Commission now allows registered voters to verify their details remotely and at their convenience. Voters can confirm their registration information online by visiting the Electoral Commission’s website and entering their National Identification Number (NIN). After submitting
Electoral Commission Urges Ugandans to Update Voter Details
The Electoral Commission (EC) has called on Ugandans to turn up and update their information during the ongoing display of the National Voters Register. The display exercise began on April 25, 2025, and is set to conclude on May 15, 2025. It is a critical step in ensuring transparency, accuracy,
2026 Elections: Electoral Commission Sets New Dates for Display of Voters Register
Justice Simon Byabakama Mugenyi, Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), has announced revised dates for the display of the National Voters Register and Registers for Special Interest Groups (SIGs) ahead of the 2025/2026 General Elections. The Electoral Commission, mandated under Section 26 of the Electoral Commission Act to compile, maintain,
EC Gazettes Nalukoola as Kawempe North MP-elect
The Electoral Commission has officially gazetted the results of the Kawempe North by-election, confirming Elias Luyimbazi Nalukoola as the MP-elect. This paves the way for his swearing-in. The gazettement follows public criticism over delays. Last week, Kira Municipality MP Ibrahim Ssemujju Nganda questioned why Nalukoola had not yet been sworn
NRM Moves to Challenge Nalukoola’s Election as Kawempe North MP
The National Resistance Movement (NRM) is set to challenge the results of the recently concluded Kawempe North by-election. The by-election was won by Erias Luyimbazi Nalukoola of the National Unity Platform (NUP), who defeated his closest rival, Faridah Nambi of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), who secured 8,593 votes. Other
EC, Police Meet Over Violence in Kawempe By-Election Campaigns
The Electoral Commission (EC), led by Chairperson Justice Byabakama Mugenyi Simon, has met with senior leadership of the Uganda Police Force, headed by Director of Operations AIGP Frank Mwesigwa, to address the ongoing clampdown on opposition campaigns in the Kawempe by-election. Over the weekend, political campaigns for the Kawempe North
