- Demarcation of electoral areas July 2024
- Update Voters’ Register January 2025
- Presidential nominates 2nd October and 3rd October 2025
- Elections January 12 to February 9, 2026
The Electoral Commission has released the roadmap leading to the 2026 General Elections, with focus on early preparations and adequate funding for all activities.
“I implore all stakeholders to carefully examine all the timelines as outlined in the Roadmap, and work with the Electoral Commission to smoothly implement the electoral roadmap for 2025/2026 general elections,” said Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja, who launched the EC’s strategic plan and elections road map at an occassion attended by political parties, diplomats and other stake holders.
“The Office of the Prime Minister will make sure that the required funds are released to the Commission to smoothly execute the activities as outlined in the Roadmap for the next general election.”
The PM promised that her office will make sure that the enactment of relevant laws for the 2025/2026 General Elections is done before the end of 2023/2024 financial year.
The EC Chairperson, Simon Justice Byabakama Mugenyi had earlier appealed to the government to consider and approve the creation of new administrative units in a timely manner, so that the electoral program and budget are not destabilized.
Nomination of candidates for the 2026 Presidential campaigns are set to take place between 2nd October and 3rd October 2025.
Demarcation of the electoral areas will be done by July 2024, and general update of the National Voters’ Register by January 2025.
Elections are set for January 12 to February 9, 2026.
However, Byabakama cautioned political parties and organisations that the release of these plans does not mean that the country should engage in a frenzy of campaign-related activities.
He reminded them that campaigns must follow a program approved and regulated by the commission, and urged parties to pursue peaceful co-existence before, during, and after the electoral process.
Byabakama also expressed gratitude towards the people of Uganda for their support during the 2020/2021 general election, which took place amidst the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic.
He explained that the Electoral Commission’s mandate is to ensure regular, free, and fair elections and referenda as specified in the 1995 Constitution of the Republic of Uganda.
To fulfill this mandate, various activities must be conducted within specific timelines for proper planning, management, and organization of elections.
The objectives of the strategic plan include enhancing citizen participation, strengthening stakeholder collaboration and engagement, delivering free and fair elections and referenda, improving information sharing, public trust, and confidence in the electoral process, and strengthening the capacity of the Electoral Commission.
The plan also includes specific goals, activities, budget estimates, and time frames to guide the preparations for the 2025/2026 General Elections.
To ensure a smooth election process, Byabakama stressed the need for timely amendment/enactment of electoral laws by the government and approval for the creation of new administrative units.
He thanked the government and development partners for funding the Electoral Commission and urged the government to continue providing adequate funding in a timely manner.
The strategic plan and roadmap launched by the electoral commission signify an important step towards enhancing Uganda’s electoral process.
These plans are focused on improving operational efficiency, stakeholder awareness, and participation to ensure a smooth democratic process.
It is now crucial for all stakeholders to start planning and working towards the goals outlined in the roadmap.
