Museveni, Kasibante, and Mabirizi nominated on day one of presidential race; campaigns to kick off September 29th

The race for the presidency in the 2026 General Elections officially began today with the first day of nominations seeing three prominent figures successfully secure their candidacies.

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, representing the National Resistance Movement (NRM), was among those nominated, alongside Kasibante Robert of the National People’s Power (NPP) and Mabirizi Joseph from the Conservative Party (CP).

The nomination process, overseen by the Electoral Commission, marks the formal entry of these candidates into the electoral fray.

President Museveni, seeking another term in office, submitted his credentials, while Kasibante Robert and Mabirizi Joseph also met the requirements to stand as presidential aspirants.

Day two of the nomination period is scheduled for tomorrow, and the Electoral Commission anticipates a further influx of prospective candidates.

Aspirants are expected to continue presenting their nominations throughout the day, solidifying the field of contenders for the upcoming elections.

Following the conclusion of nominations, candidates will engage in a crucial period of harmonizing their campaign programmes with the Electoral Commission.

This collaborative process is designed to ensure a structured and orderly campaign period across the country.

Once this harmonisation is complete and approved, campaigns will officially commence on September 29th, 2025.

This date will usher in an intensive period of political engagement, with nominated candidates set to present their platforms and visions to the electorate across Uganda.

The coming months will undoubtedly be filled with political rallies, debates, and public discourse as the nation prepares to choose its next leader.