THE ROAD TO 2026 GENERAL ELECTIONS
To mobilize the grassroots for Honorable Wandera for the coming elections.
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2026 general elections in Uganda:
*Key Dates*
- *Nomination of Candidates for Parliamentary Seats*: September 16-17, 2025
- *Nomination of Presidential Candidates*: October 2-3, 2025 (However, recent adjustments suggest nominations might take place on September 23-24, 2025)
- *Election Date*: January 12, 2026
*Electoral Process*
- The Electoral Commission has announced a revised roadmap for the elections, emphasizing transparency and preparedness
- Voter registration and update of the voters' register are ongoing, with display of the register happening from April 18 to May 8, 2025
- Demarcation of electoral areas and reorganization of polling stations began in August 2024¹ ² ³
*Key Players*
- *Incumbent President*: Yoweri Museveni, who has been in power since 1986, is expected to run again
- *Main Opponent*: Robert Kyagulanyi, also known as Bobi Wine, might challenge Museveni again, as he did in the 2021 elections⁴
*Election Preparations*
- The Electoral Commission is working to ensure a credible voters' register, emphasizing the importance of voter update exercises
- Stakeholders are urged to support the electoral process and promote peaceful campaigning⁵