Electoral Commission Moves Presidential Nomination Dates
In a surprising shift that’s sure to stir political waters, the Electoral Commission has announced a sudden change to the 2025/2026 presidential nomination calendar—moving the key dates earlier by nearly two weeks. What was originally a straightforward nomination set for October 2nd and 3rd has now been brought forward to
EC Launches Nationwide Special Interest Group Elections
The Electoral Commission (EC) has launched a week-long nationwide election exercise for Special Interest Groups (SIGs), starting with sub-county level voting for senior citizens aged 60 and above. According to EC spokesperson Julius Mucunguzi, the elections are taking place across all sub-counties, town councils, and municipal divisions throughout Uganda. The
Uganda Kicks Off 2025–2026 Elections with Village Committees for Older Persons
Uganda has launched the first phase of its 2025–2026 General Elections Roadmap by conducting polls for Village Older Persons Committees — a key step forward in the nation’s democratic process. This specialized vote gives citizens aged 60 and above the platform to elect representatives who will champion their interests at
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,
