Uganda: Eight Cleared for 2026 Presidential Race As Women Miss Out

Author: Priscilla NakayenzePublished on: September 24, 2025Country: Uganda

PoliticsGovernance

The Ugandan Electoral Commission has confirmed eight candidates for the 2026 presidential election, marking the first time in over two decades that no women will be on the ballot. Several former contenders, including Nancy Kalembe, were disqualified, raising concerns about gender parity and inclusivity in Ugandan politics.

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