The Electoral Commission - Uganda

"The registration phase for the LC1 elections ended" - Julius Mucunguzi (@UgandaEC) #UBCNews | youtu.be/NTuMUX27gQs

Voting will be conducted by lining up, a method provided for under the law and not one created by the Electoral Commission. - Julius Mucunguzi (@UgandaEC) #UBCNews | youtu.be/NTuMUX27gQs

#HappeningNow The Commissioner at the Electoral Commission, Stephen Tashobya, has clarified that only members that will be appointed to serve on the executive committees of Local Council I (LC1) will be eligible to contest for Local Council II (LC2) positions in the forthcoming elections. Tashobya made the remarks while delivering the opening address at the Regional Post-Election Evaluation Workshop for Southwestern Uganda held at Hotel Triangle in Mbarara City. @UgandaEC @BEINEROBERT @j_mucunguzi

#HappeningNow Stakeholders from districts across Southwestern Uganda, including political leaders, security officials, representatives of community-based organizations (CBOs), district women leaders, and leaders of persons with disabilities (PWDs), are gathered at Hotel Triangle in Mbarara City for the Regional Post-Election Evaluation Workshop. The workshop is part of an independent assessment of Uganda's 2025/2026 General Elections, commissioned by the Electoral Commission and being conducted by Adroit Consult International. @UgandaEC @j_mucunguzi @BEINEROBERT

The Electoral Commission has released the official timetable for the 2026 Parish/Ward (LC II) Elections. Eligible voters are encouraged to verify their details during the display of the Parish/Ward Voters' Register from 30th–31st July 2026 to ensure they are ready to participate in the electoral process. #OpenGovUg

The Local Council I and II elections are drawing closer, and the Electoral Commission has already issued a clear electoral programme outlining the key activities and important dates. This roadmap is intended to keep all stakeholders informed about what will happen, when it will happen, and how they can effectively participate in the electoral process. #OpenGovUg

Don't miss to be part of democracy at the grassroots, electing local councils means choosing leaders who know you well. @UgandaEC

ON AIR: #NBSFaceOff with @CanaryMugume. GUEST: Justice Simon Byabakama, Chairperson @UgandaEC. Download the @afromobileug via linktr.ee/afromobile for more. #NBSUpdates

Enkya tuli ne Ssentebe w'akakiiko k'ebyokulonda aka @UgandaEC Omulamuzi Simon Byabakama Mugenyi mu Pulogulamu ya #KingdomTorch nga tukuba tooci engeri akalulu k'obwa Ssentebe b'ebyalo gyekagenda okutambulamu. Tosubwa. #KingdomTorch #Mukono

This morning I passed by Ssuuna II polling area to register myself for the upcoming Village Local Council elections as fulfillment of my civic duty to decide my Local leaders. Today Friday 10/7/26 is the last day of Registration make it a point to register

Tonight at 10:00 PM on @ubctvuganda, the Minister of @MoICT_Ug, Rt. Hon. @JustineLumumba, will be on Behind the Headlines to highlight the role of local councils in national development. Don’t miss! @MoLGUganda

Manya ebikwata ku kukungaanya register y’abalonzi ey’olukiiko lw’ekyalo n’ey’abakyala youtube.com/playlist?list=… | #UgandaDecides26 #LocalCouncilElections #WomenCouncilElections

The compilation of the Village Voters' Register and Village Women Council Register is the first step towards participating in the forthcoming Administrative Units and Women Councils/Committees Elections. Learn who is eligible, where to go and what you need to participate. The exercise continues until 10 July 2026. #UgandaDecides26 #LocalCouncilElections #WomenCouncilElections

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗲 (𝗟𝗖 𝗜) 𝗩𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀' 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗩𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝘀 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘄𝗮𝘆. The exercise is being conducted from 6 to 10 𝗝𝘂𝗹𝘆 2026, between 7:00 𝗮.𝗺. and 6:00 𝗽.𝗺. daily at designated village registration centres across the country. Eligible residents are encouraged to register in the village where they ordinarily reside by presenting either a National ID or National Identification Number (NIN).  #UgandaDecides26 #LocalCouncilElections #WomenCouncilElections

LC voter registration has commenced nationwide as the Electoral Commission rolls out preparations for the upcoming local council elections. @DaltonKaweesa is with the EC Chairperson Justice Simon Byabakama. #NBSMorningBreeze #NBSAt18 #NBSUpdates

The position of Chairperson is open to everyone both men and women. While many people often associate the role with men, leadership knows no gender. - @j_mucunguzi, @UgandaEC Streaming~ youtu.be/eKkBnM1J1r0 #GuguddeTvHeads #GuguddeTvUganda

The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Justice Byabakama Mugenyi Simon, today joined the faithful for Holy Mass at Rubaga Cathedral, where he encouraged citizens to actively participate in the forthcoming Local Council I & II and Women Council/Committees Elections. He emphasized peaceful participation, civic responsibility and making informed electoral choices, and called on all Ugandans to support the Commission's efforts to deliver free, fair and credible elections. #UgandaDecides26 #LocalCouncilElections #MyVoteMyVoice

Join The Heads Show this Monday, 6th July 2026 as Julius Mucunguzi, Head of Public Relations and Spokesperson at the Electoral Commission of Uganda, unpacks the election roadmap, key milestones, and what every Ugandan needs to know. #GuguddeTvHeads #GuguddeTvUganda

What do you need to know about the Administrative Units and Women Councils/Committees Elections? We have published the official guidelines covering key electoral activities, procedures and responsibilities for stakeholders and the public. Read and download the guidelines at ec.or.ug. #UgandaDecides26 #LocalCouncilElections #WomenCouncilElections

#NationalPRSymposium26: We are delighted to welcome the @UgandaEC as a valued partner for the National Public Relations Symposium 2026. Together, we celebrate the power of strategic communication in strengthening institutions, fostering public trust, and shaping Uganda's future. Welcome on board! #PRAUAt50 #AdvancingPRExcellence