Justice Simon Byabakama ,Chairperson of Independent Electoral Commission will announce winner of Uganda’s presidential election within 48 hours after voting ends.
Ugandans are scheduled to vote on Thursday, January 15, 2026, to elect the President and Members of Parliament.
Byabakama told the media that vote counting and announcement will begin at district tally centres immediately after polling. The results will then be transmitted to the national tally centre located in Lubowa, Wakiso District.
He said the Commission will compile results from all districts and cities at the national centre before officially declaring the final presidential results within two days after the close of polls.
He further clarified that during the voting process, each voter will receive three separate ballot papers wchihc includes one ballot for the presidential election, one for the District Woman Member of Parliament, and another for the Directly Elected Member of Parliament.
“Each ballot will be cast into its own clearly labelled ballot box,”Byabakama stated.
He emphasized that every polling station will be staffed by seven election officials, including an election constable, and all officials will be clearly identifiable to voters, party agents, and observers.
According to Byabakama all necessary measures have been put in place to ensure a peaceful, free, and fair electoral process across the country.
He urged all stakeholders—including voters, political leaders, security agencies, observers, the media, and the general public—to work together to ensure a successful election.
“I wish to call upon the media to report responsibly and professionally and accurately before and after the elections is crucial for maintaining peace and stability in the country,”