Uganda prepares for 2026 elections with strict new rules. Electoral Commission chairman Justice Simon Byabakama announced tight deadlines for all candidates. Special Interest Group elections started June 16 for elderly people and disabled voters. Youth committee elections follow on June 19 across all villages. The commission warns against forming private security groups during voting.
Presidential candidates must verify their school certificates before August 1, 2025. They also need to quit government jobs before October 1, 2025. Parliament hopefuls face earlier deadlines for both requirements. District chairman candidates have different dates to meet. Missing any deadline means automatic rejection from the ballot.
The commission refuses to accept sworn statements instead of real diplomas. Foreign degrees need approval from education boards first. Military members and police officers cannot campaign for any party. Civil servants must stay neutral during election season. Byabakama stressed that only police can provide security at voting places.
Presidential candidates must verify their school certificates before August 1, 2025. They also need to quit government jobs before October 1, 2025. Parliament hopefuls face earlier deadlines for both requirements. District chairman candidates have different dates to meet. Missing any deadline means automatic rejection from the ballot.
The commission refuses to accept sworn statements instead of real diplomas. Foreign degrees need approval from education boards first. Military members and police officers cannot campaign for any party. Civil servants must stay neutral during election season. Byabakama stressed that only police can provide security at voting places.
