Uganda's Electoral Commission reports that three presidential candidates have satisfied all legal prerequisites for the upcoming nomination process. Commission spokesperson Julius Mucunguzi identified the National Resistance Movement, Forum for Democratic Change, and independent Joseph Male Mabirizi as compliant aspirants. Robert Kyagulanyi from the National Unity Platform and Gregory Mugisha Muntu representing the Alliance for National Transformation remain among those who have not fulfilled requirements. The Commission received supporter documentation from 38 candidates by September 19, with 27 applications undergoing review. Verification procedures continue as officials examine submitted materials.
Presidential hopefuls must secure endorsements from 9,800 registered voters across 98 districts to qualify for candidacy. Each supporter provides personal details for authentication while facing legal penalties for backing multiple candidates. The 2021 election demonstrated similar challenges when over 80 individuals sought the presidency but only 11 achieved ballot placement. Official nominations occur September 23 and 24 at Commission headquarters in Lweza-Lubowa. Mucunguzi stressed that incomplete applications will face rejection during the nomination window.
Presidential hopefuls must secure endorsements from 9,800 registered voters across 98 districts to qualify for candidacy. Each supporter provides personal details for authentication while facing legal penalties for backing multiple candidates. The 2021 election demonstrated similar challenges when over 80 individuals sought the presidency but only 11 achieved ballot placement. Official nominations occur September 23 and 24 at Commission headquarters in Lweza-Lubowa. Mucunguzi stressed that incomplete applications will face rejection during the nomination window.
