UGANDA
The Government of Uganda has officially announced the dates for the long-awaited Local Council I (LCI) and Local Council II (LCII) elections, setting the stage for the renewal of grassroots leadership across the country.
Speaking while presenting a statement on the status of the Local Council and Women’s Council elections, the State Minister for Local Government, Hon. Justine Nameere, confirmed that the LCI elections will be conducted on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, in villages nationwide. The LCII elections will follow on Monday, August 10, 2026, and will be held at parish headquarters.
Hon. Nameere said the elections are an important milestone in strengthening local governance, promoting citizen participation, and ensuring communities have legitimate leaders to oversee development initiatives and resolve local disputes.
The minister urged all eligible voters to actively participate in the electoral process and called upon aspiring candidates to comply with the electoral guidelines issued by the relevant authorities. She also appealed to district leaders, security agencies, and election officials to work together to ensure the elections are peaceful, free, fair, and transparent.
The announcement comes at a time when Uganda is implementing a series of governance reforms aimed at improving service delivery and enhancing accountability at the grassroots level. Local Council leaders play a critical role in mobilizing communities, maintaining security, resolving minor disputes, supporting government programmes, and coordinating local development activities.
The forthcoming elections are expected to fill leadership positions in villages and parishes across Uganda, providing communities with an opportunity to elect representatives who will champion their interests and work closely with district and central government authorities.
Political observers note that the grassroots elections will also serve as an important indicator of public participation in local governance ahead of future national electoral activities. The Electoral Commission and the Ministry of Local Government are expected to continue sensitizing the public to ensure a smooth and credible electoral process.
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