Polling for Parish/Ward Youth Committees

Date: Monday, July 7th, 2025

Time: Polling stations typically open at 7:00 AM and close at 4:00 PM (voters in line by 4:00 PM will be allowed to vote).

Location: Designated polling stations within each Parish/Ward across Uganda. Specific polling station details will be communicated by the Electoral Commission.

Organized by: The Electoral Commission of Uganda

Purpose: To elect leaders for the Parish/Ward Youth Committees, as part of the Special Interest Groups (SIGs) elections leading up to the 2025/2026 General Elections.

Who can vote: Registered youth voters residing in the respective Parish/Ward, whose names appear on the compiled Parish/Ward Youth Committee Voters’ Registers.

Election Method: Voting will likely be conducted by voters lining up behind candidates’ portraits, symbols, agents, or the individual candidates of their choice.

Key Information for Voters:

• Ensure your name is on the Parish/Ward Youth Committee Voters’ Register.
• Bring a valid form of identification.
• Follow all guidelines provided by Electoral Commission staff at the polling station.
• Participate peacefully and responsibly.
• Avoid engaging in any unlawful activities.

Offices to be Elected: The Youth Committee typically includes elective offices such as:

• Chairperson
• Vice Chairperson
• General Secretary
• Publicity Secretary
• Secretary for Women Youth (must be female)
• Secretary for Student Affairs (must be a student)
• Secretary for Labour Affairs
• And other roles as specified by the Youth Council regulations.

Important Note: This is a crucial step in the democratic process, allowing youth to elect representatives who will advocate for their interests at the local level. The Electoral Commission encourages all eligible youth to participate.

For further inquiries or detailed information, please contact: The Electoral Commission of Uganda