Justice Minister Norbert Mao fired a warning shot at police who keep shutting down political meetings across Uganda. He told cops they need to control gatherings instead of banning them completely. The minister fears this heavy-handed approach could wreck democracy before the 2026 elections roll around. Opposition parties have complained for years that police use laws to stop them from holding rallies. Mao wants clearer rules that limit police power and protect people's rights.
The minister revealed he sent new regulations to President Museveni for approval. These rules would stop police from making random decisions about public meetings. Mao stressed that peaceful gatherings should never be treated like dangerous plots against the government. He promised voters will see major changes to make elections more honest and fair. The Electoral Commission will receive brand new biometric machines built specially for Uganda.
Human Rights Commission boss Mariam Wangadya jumped into the debate with her concerns about soldiers taking over election duties. She pointed to violence during the recent Kawe North election as proof that things are getting worse. Wangadya argued that police should handle crowd control and election security matters. She reminded everyone that elections should help citizens judge their leaders without fear or violence. The rights chief urged Ugandans to participate actively as voters or candidates when 2026 arrives.
The minister revealed he sent new regulations to President Museveni for approval. These rules would stop police from making random decisions about public meetings. Mao stressed that peaceful gatherings should never be treated like dangerous plots against the government. He promised voters will see major changes to make elections more honest and fair. The Electoral Commission will receive brand new biometric machines built specially for Uganda.
Human Rights Commission boss Mariam Wangadya jumped into the debate with her concerns about soldiers taking over election duties. She pointed to violence during the recent Kawe North election as proof that things are getting worse. Wangadya argued that police should handle crowd control and election security matters. She reminded everyone that elections should help citizens judge their leaders without fear or violence. The rights chief urged Ugandans to participate actively as voters or candidates when 2026 arrives.
