The Electoral Commission - Uganda

We extend warm wishes to all Muslims on the celebration of Eid al-Fitr. #EidMubarak

EC continues to clear payments to officials who worked during the election season.

The evening reflected the Electoral Commission’s commitment to inclusivity, unity in diversity, and service with integrity. As the Holy month continues, we extend our best wishes to our Muslim colleagues for a blessed Ramadan.

Muslim staff were joined by colleagues and stakeholders in sharing Iftar, reflecting the spirit of community, gratitude, and mutual respect.

The Electoral Commission this evening hosted a Staff Iftar dinner at Hotel Africana, bringing together Muslim staff, invited stakeholders, and colleagues of other faiths for reflection, fellowship, and shared values during Ramadan.

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PRESS STATEMENT: PAYMENT OF ALLOWANCES FOR TEMPORARY ELECTION OFFICIALS Payment of allowances for Temporary Election Officials who served during the 2025/2026 General Elections is ongoing. The Electoral Commission assures all eligible officials that their allowances will be paid. Full statement below.

The Electoral Commission has appointed Mr Richard Baabo Kamugisha as its new Secretary, effective 4th March 2026. Mr Baabo Kamugisha has been acting Secretary to the Commission since late 2024, when the former Secretary left the institution. As Secretary to the Commission, Mr Kamugisha is also the Accounting Officer and the Head of the Technical wing (Management) of the Commission. A very experienced and distinguished election management expert, Mr Kamugisha has served the Electoral Commission since 1999, rising through the ranks from a District Registrar/District Returning Officer; Head of Field Operations Department, and Director of Operations. According to the Electoral Commission Act, the Secretary shall hold office for a term of five years, renewable once. #overlay-context=management/kamugisha-richard-baabo" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ec.or.ug/news/electoral…

The Electoral Commission reminds the all stakeholders that repeat elections for Sub County, Town and Municipal Division Local Government Councils in affected electoral areas will be held on Thursday, 12th March 2026. Voting will take place from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the respective polling stations and electoral college venues. ec.or.ug/news/reschedul… #MyVoteMyVoice

In accordance with the Commission’s mandate to ensure completion of the electoral process, the polling date for Sub County, Town Council, and Municipal Division Local Government Council Elections in electoral areas where polling was not conducted or concluded has been rescheduled to Thursday, 12th March 2026. The repeat elections will cover the positions of Chairpersons, Directly Elected Councillors, Women Councillors, and Councillors representing Special Interest Groups. ec.or.ug/news/reschedul… #myvotemyvoice

The @UgandaEC Electoral Commission is tomorrow, Tuesday, 17th February, 2026 conducting repeat or residual elections at District/ City Division/ Municipality levels in areas where elections were not conducted or concluded due to various reasons. The affected areas are 73, including election of the BUTEBO District Chairperson.

📢 PUBLIC NOTICE The Uganda Communications Commission reminds broadcasters and the public that only the @UgandaEC is mandated to declare election results. Broadcast platforms must not be used to dispute officially declared results or air unverified claims. Election disputes should be addressed through the courts, in line with the law. Responsible broadcasting safeguards public trust, national unity and democratic integrity. #ResponsibleBroadcasting #ConnectedUg2030 @Nab_Uganda | @UgandaMediaCent | @GCICUganda | @MoICT_Ug | @UCC_ED | @IBbossa

The Electoral Commission today, 6th February 2026, successfully conducted the election of the National Female Youth Representative to Parliament at Hoima City Stadium. The National Conference, comprising youth delegates drawn from across the country, was conducted in an orderly, peaceful, transparent and inclusive manner, in accordance with the law. #MyVoteMyVoice

Reminder: Polling is taking place nationwide today, Wednesday 4th February 2026, for Sub-county, Town Council and Municipal Division Chairpersons, Directly Elected Councillors and Women Councillors. Our Voter support lines remain available. #MyVoteMyVoice | ec.or.ug/news/polling-d…

🗳️ Local Government Elections: Polling Dates Clarified In line with the Electoral Commission Roadmap, Wednesday, 4th February 2026 remains the polling day nationwide for elections of Sub-county, Town Council and Municipal Division Chairpersons, Directly Elected Councillors and Women Councillors. However, polling for District-level elections in Butebo District, and in Local Government electoral areas where polling was not conducted or concluded, has been rescheduled to Tuesday, 17th February 2026. Voting will take place at all gazetted polling stations (and designated electoral college venues where applicable) from 7:00am to 4:00pm, followed by counting and declaration of results in accordance with the law. Voters are urged to participate peacefully and observe electoral guidelines. Full details: ec.or.ug #MyVoteMyVoice

📌 Butebo District Local Government Elections: Wednesday, 4th February 2026 has been confirmed as the polling day for District and Sub-county Local Government Council elections in Butebo District. Details: #overlay=node/839/edit" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">ec.or.ug/news/district-… #myvotemyvoice

The Electoral Commission has appointed Wednesday, 4th February 2026 as the polling day for Local Government electoral areas where polling was not conducted or concluded. Details: ec.or.ug/news/elections… #myvotemyvoice #ugandaelections2026

Results of the Election of Uganda People's Defence Forces' (@MODVA_UPDF) Representatives to @Parliament_Ug, held on 28th January 2026.