Agency
The Electoral Commission (EC) has appealed to all candidates contesting for Parliamentary and LC5 Chairperson seats to strictly adhere to the campaign guidelines as official campaigns commence today, November 10, 2025.
According to the Electoral Commission roadmap, the campaign period will run from November 10, 2025, to January 13, 2026, ahead of the general elections scheduled for January 15, 2026.
Last week, District Returning Officers held meetings with candidates and their agents to draw up harmonised campaign programmes aimed at preventing clashes and ensuring a smooth electoral process.
In a message posted on his X (formerly Twitter) account, EC Spokesperson Julius Mucunguzi reminded candidates to conduct peaceful, lawful, and respectful campaigns that uphold national unity and safeguard public order.
He further emphasised that campaign activities must strictly take place between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., warning that voter bribery in any form is a criminal offence.
The EC also reiterated that campaign activities should not be conducted on public roads, in markets, schools, or hospitals, as such locations are designated for essential public use and business operations.
According to EC records, a total of 2,025 candidates were nominated to contest for the 353 directly-elected Parliamentary seats across the country.
