KAMPALA, Uganda — The Uganda Police Force has issued a strong warning against election-related violence and misconduct ahead of the Local Council elections scheduled for Tuesday, 28 July 2026, urging candidates, supporters and the general public to uphold peace and the rule of law throughout the electoral process.
In a statement released today, Police Spokesperson ACP Rusoke Kituuma reminded all stakeholders that campaigns officially end on Monday, 27 July 2026, and stressed that no campaigning will be permitted beyond the prescribed period.
He said the Police, working jointly with other security and administrative agencies, are fully prepared to ensure that the elections are conducted in a peaceful, lawful and orderly manner.
“The Police together with other security and administrative stakeholders will not tolerate any form of misconduct that undermines the integrity of the elections,” ACP Kituuma said.
He warned that acts of intimidation, violence, threats, tampering with election documents, obstruction of election officials, campaigning outside the permitted period, disorderly conduct, voter influence at polling stations and any attempts to disrupt the voting process will be dealt with firmly in accordance with the law.
The Police also cautioned against processions, public disorder, fighting, physical assaults and any other actions likely to cause fear, confusion or disrupt the electoral exercise.
According to ACP Kituuma, security agencies have put in place measures to safeguard voters, election officials and electoral materials while maintaining law and order throughout the polling period.
He urged all citizens to respect the election timetable, comply with instructions issued by election officials and allow the voting process to proceed without interference.
“Those who choose to engage in bad practices or break the peace should expect decisive police action,” he warned.
The Police further appealed to all candidates, political actors and their supporters to demonstrate responsibility, discipline and respect for democratic principles before, during and after the elections.
ACP Kituuma also reminded the public that Uganda’s electoral process provides lawful mechanisms for addressing grievances arising from the elections.
He encouraged any dissatisfied candidate or voter to use the established legal channels to seek redress rather than resorting to violence or actions that could undermine peace and public order.
The Uganda Police Force reaffirmed its commitment to working with all stakeholders to ensure that the Local Council elections are conducted in a free, peaceful and secure environment.
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