The Government of Uganda officially declared Tuesday, July 28, 2026,as a nationwide public holiday as the Electoral Commission assures Ugandans that preparations have been finalised to ensure smooth exercise .
The day is gazetted to allow all eligible citizens to travel to their respective villages and vote for their grassroots village leaders.
Uganda Media Centre Executive Director Alan Kasujja, who said the holiday is intended to enable all eligible Ugandans to exercise their constitutional right to vote. “To enable you to participate in the Local Council Elections, 28th July, 2026 is a Public Holiday,” the statement reads.
The EC boss Justice Simon Byabakama said that while LC1 elections occur on July 28, the Local Council II (LC2/Parish) elections are scheduled to follow shortly after on August 10, 2026.
Byabakama , has encouraged citizens to actively participate in the forthcoming Local Council I & II .
He advised voters to remain at their respective polling stations after casting their ballots to witness the counting of votes and ensure total transparency.
