The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced changes to the nomination dates for candidates in the forthcoming Parliamentary Elections, including Special Interest Groups (SIGs) such as Youth, Persons with Disabilities, Workers, and Older Persons.
Originally scheduled for 15th–16th October 2025, the nominations will now be held from 22nd–23rd October 2025 at the offices of respective District and City Returning Officers.
According to the EC, the adjustment was made to accommodate Uganda’s hosting of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Mid-term Review Conference, which takes place on 15th–16th October 2025. The international event is expected to draw government officials, legislators, and representatives from NAM member states and international agencies.
“Given the national focus and institutional involvement required for this international engagement, the Commission has adjusted the nomination period to facilitate efficiency and participation,” the statement read in part.
Presidential Campaigns Cleared to Begin
The EC also confirmed the timetable for the Presidential Elections roadmap. Nominations for presidential candidates will take place on 23rd–24th September 2025 at the Commission headquarters in Lubowa, Wakiso District.
This will be followed by a harmonisation of campaign programmes between 25th–27th September 2025, with official campaigns set to run from 29th September 2025 until 12th January 2026.
Parliamentary and local government campaigns, including those for SIG representatives, will begin later—from 10th November 2025 to 12th January 2026.
Polling for Presidential, Parliamentary, and Local Government Elections is scheduled for the period 12th January – 9th February 2026, in line with Article 61(2) of the Constitution.
Key Adjusted Programme
• Presidential Nominations: 23rd–24th September 2025
• Harmonisation of Campaigns: 25th–27th September 2025
• Presidential Campaigns: 29th September 2025 – 12th January 2026
• Parliamentary & SIG Nominations: 22nd–23rd October 2025
• Parliamentary & Local Gov’t Campaigns: 10th November 2025 – 12th January 2026
• Polling Period (All Elections): 12th January – 9th February 2026
The Commission called on all aspirants and stakeholders to take note of the revised programme and to conduct themselves in an orderly, peaceful, and lawful manner throughout the electoral process.
