Uganda: EC Issues Strict Academic Guidelines for 2025/2026 Election Aspirants

Uganda: EC Issues Strict Academic Guidelines for 2025/2026 Election Aspirants

The Electoral Commission has announced new guidelines for aspirants in the 2025/2026 General Elections, placing renewed emphasis on academic qualification requirements for all candidates seeking elective office.

Ugandan 2026 Polls : Journalists Urged to Prioritise Safety » The Hoima Post

Media practitioners have been urged to prioritise their safety, ethical integrity, and professionalism as they cover politically charged events. This call was made during a media training workshop organised by the Electoral Commission (EC), aimed at strengthening collaboration between journalists and the EC, and equipping reporters with information to support accurate election coverage. Patricia Aol, the EC head of administration and human resou…

EC Tightens Rules on Academic Requirements Ahead of 2026

The Electoral Commission (EC) has issued a detailed directive reminding all political aspirants vying for elective office in the 2025/2026 General Elections to comply with strict academic qualification requirements. According to a statement signed by Justice Byabakama Mugenyi Simon, Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, all individuals seeking to contest for positions including President, Member of Parliament, and District/City Chairpersons o…