In an effort to achieve public full participation in the electoral process ahead of 2026 general elections, the Electoral Commission (EC) has pitched camp at the 31st National Agricultural Show in Jinja.
The show which is taking place at the Agricultural showgrounds in Jinja City, has seen the Electoral Commission interacting with citizens to whom it is explaining critical elements therein the electoral roadmap of 2025/6 general elections.
The show, which runs until 5th July 2025, offers a unique opportunity for the Commission to bring electoral services closer to the people in an informal yet highly engaging setting.
The EC team at the show is led by Deo Natukunda, the Regional Election Officer for Kira Region, and is comprised of technical staff from the Commission’s headquarters and the Kira electoral region.
While at the stall, the public is being guided on key elements of the electoral roadmap for the 2025/2026 General Elections, with particular focus on the ongoing activities for the Special Interest Groups (SIGs) elections, including Youth, Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), Workers, Older Persons, and the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF).
The Commission is also using the platform to emphasize the civic duty of every citizen in safeguarding democracy through participation in electoral processes. Visitors are encouraged to ask questions, seek clarifications, and pick up voter education materials.
This outreach reflects the Commission’s ongoing commitment to transparency, inclusion, and citizen engagement in all corners of the country, ensuring that electoral information is accessible beyond formal settings.
