The Electoral Commission (EC) of Uganda has announced an extension for the update of the National Voters Register.
Originally scheduled from January 3 to January 24, 2025, the update will now take place from January 20 to February 10, 2025. This adjustment aims to allow for better preparation and increased public participation.
The update exercise will be conducted daily, including weekends, from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm at designated update stations across Uganda. Eligible Ugandan citizens aged 18 and above who are not yet registered as voters are encouraged to register during this period. Registered voters wishing to transfer their voting locations can also apply for such transfers during this time.
Additionally, the exercise will allow registered voters to verify and confirm the accuracy of their details on the Voters Register at their designated voting locations. Students registered by the National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA) who have since turned 18 can present their National Identification Number (NIN) to update their records and be assigned a polling station within their parish of residence or origin.
The EC appeals to all stakeholders in the electoral process to actively participate in the update exercise and adhere to the provided guidelines. The Commission is mandated under Article 61 (1)(e) of the 1995 Constitution of the Republic of Uganda, and Sections 18 and 20 of the Electoral Commission Act (Cap 140), to compile, maintain, revise, and update the National Voters Register.
For more detailed information, including the operational guidelines for the update, please visit the Electoral Commission's official website.
