KAMPALA, Uganda– As Uganda prepares for the 2025/2026 General Elections, the Electoral Commission (EC) has unveiled a comprehensive roadmap for the upcoming Special Interest Groups (SIGs) elections. These polls, which focus on Older Persons, Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), and Youth, are central to promoting inclusive and representative governance across the country.
In a press release dated May 23, 2025, the Commission announced that the electoral process for SIGs will commence on June 2, 2025, beginning with the nomination of candidates at the village level. The elections will roll out in phases over three months—June, July, and August—culminating in the National Youth Council and regional delegate elections by the end of Aug.
A Structured, Inclusive Electoral Timeline
The EC has adopted a phased approach to ensure orderly, inclusive, and well-organized elections. Below is a summary of key dates and activities in the SIGs election roadmap:
Village Level Elections
Nominations: June 2 – 10, 2025
Campaigns: June 12 – 14, 2025
Polling Dates:
Older Persons: June 16
Persons with Disabilities (PwDs): June 17
Youth: June 19
Parish/Ward Level Elections
Nominations: June 26 – 27
Polling: July 2 – 7
Sub-county, Town, and Municipal Division Elections
Nominations: July 9 – 10
Polling: July 14 – 18
Municipality and City Division Elections
Nominations: July 24 – 25
Polling: July 30 – August 4
District and City Level Elections
Nominations: August 11 – 12
Polling: August 15 – 19
National and Regional Youth Elections
Regional Delegates to National Councils: August 25 & 27
National Youth Council Elections: August 27 – 29
Commission Calls for Active Participation
The Electoral Commission has called on all stakeholders—including aspiring candidates, political parties, civil society organizations, and the general public—to fully engage in the electoral process and respect the official timelines and guidelines.
Justice Simon Byabakama Mugenyi, Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to conducting free, fair, and transparent elections. He underscored the importance of SIGs representation, emphasizing that these elections reflect Uganda’s dedication to inclusive and participatory governance.
“These elections are not just about filling positions,” Justice Byabakama stated. “They are about empowering voices that have historically been underrepresented and ensuring they play a meaningful role in shaping the future of our nation.”
As Uganda moves closer to the 2025/2026 General Elections, the successful execution of the SIGs electoral process will be a critical benchmark for democratic progress
