The Electoral Commission - Uganda

OFFICIAL: Organise, conduct and supervise regular, free and fair elections and referenda.

[The Electoral Commission - Uganda @UgandaEC]

Our Kampala Regional Office is participating in the #CBSPEWOSA Trade Show at Lubiri Grounds, where it is engaging members of the public on electoral matters and providing information on the Commission's mandate, services, and ongoing electoral activities.

Earlier today, the Commission team was led by Commissioner Dr. Simba Ssali Kayunga, the Commissioner in charge of Kampala Region, who visited and oversaw the Commission's participation in the exhibition.

[The Electoral Commission - Uganda @UgandaEC]

.@emmamutaka We are sharing information on electoral processes, voter education, and the Commission's mandate to organize and conduct regular free and fair elections and referenda. Feel free to stop by our stand and engage with our team.

#CBSPowesa

[Emmanuel Mutaka 🇺🇬 @emmamutaka]

@UgandaEC I can see you have an Exhibition table at the #CBSPowesa exhibition - I am wondering, what are you exhibiting today? The Election results?

[BBS TEREFAYINA @bbstvug]

Olwaleero akakiiko k’ebyokulonda mu ggwanga (@UgandaEC) lwekatandika okusunsula abeegwanyiza ekifo ky’omubaka omukyala owa disitulikiti ye Kalangala mu Palamenti ekyalimu munna @NUP_Ug , Helen Nakimuli eyafa ku ntandikwa y’omwezi gwa April.

Okusunsula kuno kwakumala ennaku bbiri nga kuyindira kitebe kya disitulikiti e Kalangala nga kwo okulonda kwakubeerawo nga 24 omwezi guno. #Gambuuze #Ageesigika #BBSAt10

[The Electoral Commission - Uganda @UgandaEC]

Following the rescheduling of polling day for the Kikuube District Chairperson By-Election, the dates for related electoral activities have been revised. Stakeholders are advised to take note of the updated schedule: https://t.co/sLkns443XB

#KikuubeByElection #MyVoteMyVoice

[The Electoral Commission - Uganda @UgandaEC]

Wishing you a Blessed #EidAlAdha.

#EidMubarak #MyVoteMyVoice

[The Electoral Commission - Uganda @UgandaEC]

The Commission today hosted a delegation of senior staff from @IEBCKenya.

The delegation, led by Reuben Chirchir, Director of Finance at the IEBC, held engagements with Commission officials on areas of mutual interest in electoral management, stakeholder engagement, and institutional operations.

The visit provided an opportunity for experience sharing, knowledge exchange, and strengthening collaboration between the two electoral management bodies in promoting credible and effective electoral processes within the region.

[Julius Mucunguzi @j_mucunguzi]

It was an honour to serve on the National Organising Committee for the swearing- in & inauguration of the President, representing the @UgandaEC , the Electoral Commission.

[Government of Uganda @GovUganda]

𝐄𝐂 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐢’𝐬 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲

Justice Simon Byabakama, Chairperson of the Electoral Commission of Uganda, has officially reaffirmed the election of Yoweri Kaguta Museveni as President of the Uganda for the next five-year term, following the conclusion of the 2026 general elections.

Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony at Kololo Ceremonial Grounds, Justice Byabakama said the Electoral Commission conducted the presidential elections in accordance with the Constitution and electoral laws, ensuring the process was completed within the legal timelines prescribed.

He noted that the Commission successfully organised and managed the polls held on 15 January 2026, before announcing final presidential results within the required period, as mandated under the law.

Justice Byabakama stated that after tallying all valid votes cast, President Museveni emerged victorious, having secured 71.6% of the total votes, surpassing the constitutional threshold required for declaration as President-elect.

He commended Ugandans for their peaceful participation in the electoral process, saying millions of citizens turned up across the country to exercise their democratic right and determine the leadership of the nation through constitutional means.

The EC Chairperson also extended appreciation to all stakeholders, including political candidates, security agencies, civil society organisations, development partners, the media and electoral officials, for contributing to the peaceful conduct of the elections.

He emphasised that the successful completion of the election was a demonstration of Uganda’s commitment to constitutional governance, peace and democratic continuity, and thanked citizens for maintaining calm and order throughout the process.
#M7SwearsIn2026

[Government of Uganda @GovUganda]

Mr. @j_mucunguzi, the Public Relations Officer at the @UgandaEC noted that today marks the culmination of a process that commenced months ago with the official electoral roadmap, leading to the swearing-in of the President-elect.

He observed that the process reflects the will of the people of Uganda, who entrusted leadership to the candidate who secured the highest number of votes, following a peaceful and constitutionally guided electoral exercise.
#M7SwearsIn2026

[Prince Obed @twijukyeobed]

Justice Simon Byabakama, Chairperson of the @UgandaEC, has formally declared @KagutaMuseveni as the duly elected President of the Republic Uganda for the next Five Years following the official results of the recently concluded general elections.
#M7SwearsIn2026

[SpiceFM 89.9 Hoima @SpiceFMHoima]

UPDATE: The Chairperson, @UgandaEC Justice Simon Byabakama has confirmed @KagutaMuseveni as the President-Elect and later will invite him to proceed to the Swearing-in Podium for swearing in. #M7SwearsIn2026

[CBS FM UG @cbsfm_ug]

Ssentebe w'akakiiko k'ebyokulonda @UgandaEC , Justice Simon Mugenyi Byabakama n'abakungu b'akakiiko abalala e Kololo.
Ssentebe agenda kwanjulira Ssaabalamuzi omukulembeze w'eggwanga omulonde olwo amulayize.
#CBSFmUpdates #M7SwearsIn2026

[Uganda Media Centre @UgandaMediaCent]

MOCK EXERCISE: Amb. Charles Ssentongo, Chief of Protocol at @UgandaMFA, presents the Oath Book to Simon Byabakama C/person @UgandaEC (black suit), who will tomorrow invite Chief Justice Dr. Flavian Zeija to administer the presidential oaths to the President-Elect #M7SwearsIn2026

[The Electoral Commission - Uganda @UgandaEC]

Justice Byabakama Mugenyi Simon further informed stakeholders that nomination of candidates will be conducted on 10th and 11th June 2026, while campaigns will run from 12th to 22nd June 2026 ahead of polling day on 24th June 2026. He called upon political parties, candidates and supporters to observe law and order throughout the electoral process.

#KalangalaByElection | #MyVoteMyVoice 3/3

[The Electoral Commission - Uganda @UgandaEC]

The Electoral Commission today held a stakeholders’ consultative meeting in Kalangala District ahead of the By-Election of the District Woman Member of Parliament. The meeting focused on the electoral programme and stakeholder preparedness for the by-election scheduled for 24th June 2026. Stakeholders were urged to uphold peace, transparency and compliance with the electoral guidelines throughout the electoral process.

#KalangalaByElection | #MyVoteMyVoice 1/3

[The Electoral Commission - Uganda @UgandaEC]

Speaking during the meeting, the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, Justice Byabakama Mugenyi Simon, announced that the update of the National Voters Register in Kalangala District will take place from 11th to 13th May 2026, while display of the Voters Register at polling stations will run from 20th to 29th May 2026. He encouraged voters to verify their particulars and participate in all electoral activities.

#KalangalaByElection | #MyVoteMyVoice 2/3

[The Electoral Commission - Uganda @UgandaEC]

From the update of the National Voters Register to nominations, campaigns and polling day, the electoral programme for the By-Election of the District Woman Member of Parliament for Kalangala has been released.
The Electoral Commission calls upon all stakeholders to participate peacefully and in accordance with the electoral guidelines.

#KalangalaByElection | https://t.co/O5ZmNrrGrp

[The Electoral Commission - Uganda @UgandaEC]

The Electoral Commission informs the public that the polling date for the Kikuube District Chairperson By-Election has been rescheduled from Wednesday, 10th June 2026 to Thursday, 18th June 2026. This adjustment follows stakeholder feedback to ensure a smooth and well-coordinated electoral process. All stakeholders and voters are encouraged to take note of the new date and participate accordingly.

#KikuubeByElection | https://t.co/4lEwz1gulS

[The Electoral Commission - Uganda @UgandaEC]

The Electoral Commission today convened a stakeholders’ consultative meeting at the Kikuube District Local Council Offices ahead of the forthcoming District Chairperson (LCV) by-election, bringing together key stakeholders to discuss the roadmap and preparations following the demise of the former Chairperson. The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to a transparent, credible, and peaceful electoral process, and called upon all stakeholders to actively participate and uphold electoral integrity throughout the exercise.

#KikuubeByElection

[The Electoral Commission - Uganda @UgandaEC]

The Electoral Commission has released the summary electoral programme outlining key activities and timelines for the by-election of the District Chairperson for Kikuube District.

📅 Polling Day: 10th June 2026 | https://t.co/VOYGBCEJSi