The Electoral Commission has launched the Parish and Ward level elections for Special Interest Groups (SIGs) across Uganda. These elections are a key part of the 2025–2026 General Elections Roadmap and focus on choosing leaders for Older Persons, Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), and the Youth.
To take part in these elections, voters must meet three important conditions. They must be registered on the National Voters Register, appear on the SIGs register for their specific group, and be residents of the Parish or Ward where the election is taking place. These requirements are meant to ensure that only qualified members of each group can vote, making the process fair and organized.
The Electoral Commission is calling on all voters to take part peacefully and follow the rules. These elections are more than just a formality — they are a step toward inclusive leadership, giving a voice to groups that are sometimes left out. By choosing their own leaders, these groups can better represent their needs and interests at higher levels of decision-making.
This is a moment to celebrate grassroots democracy in action. Through these elections, Uganda is showing its commitment to building a country where everyone matters — young people, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. It’s a chance for communities to choose leaders who understand them and can speak up for them.
As the country prepares for the 2026 General Elections, these SIGs elections remind us that leadership begins at the local level. Every vote cast today helps shape a stronger, fairer Uganda tomorrow.
Your Vote. Your Voice. Use it wisely.
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