EC calls for stakeholder engagement before 2026 polls

The Electoral Commission has called for further engagement of different stake holders to prepare the country for the next cycle of general elections in 2026. Steven Tashobya, the Commission’s Vice Chairperson says a lot of important lessons were learnt through interactions with different stakeholders in the last elections. Speaking during the national symposium held in Kampala on Thursday on the role of security agencies during elections, Tasobya said these engagements should also target the youth. “Engage the youth because they are a big component in the management and conduct of elections so that they know their responsibilities and duties to have more civic engagement with youth, rural and the religious leaders,” Mr. Tasobya informed. At the same event, the Acting […]