{"id":9038,"date":"2025-12-02T02:54:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-02T02:54:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/?p=9038"},"modified":"2025-12-02T02:54:01","modified_gmt":"2025-12-02T02:54:01","slug":"ec-requests-ugx-469-5bn-supplementary-budget-for-2026-elections","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/westernpearlreports.com\/index.php\/2025\/12\/02\/ec-requests-ugx-469-5bn-supplementary-budget-for-2026-elections\/","title":{"rendered":"EC Requests UGX 469.5bn Supplementary Budget for 2026 Elections"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>KAMPALA, UGANDA<\/strong> &#8211; The Electoral Commission (EC) of Uganda has requested a UGX 469.5 billion supplementary budget from Parliament to fortify the integrity and efficiency of the upcoming national polls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The funds are earmarked for critical technological upgrades and logistical expansions aimed at delivering a more transparent, accessible, and credible 2026 General Election.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The request was formally tabled by Richard Kamugisha, the Acting Secretary of the Commission, during an appearance before the Parliamentary Budget Committee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The detailed schedule outlines investments designed to address key areas of the electoral process, from voter verification to results transmission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A central pillar of the budget is the allocation of UGX 268.380 billion for a new, enhanced Biometric Voter Verification System (BVVS).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The advanced technology will be deployed at all polling stations to conclusively authenticate voters, drastically reducing the risk of impersonation and bolstering the security of the vote on polling day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A UGX 19.603 billion investment in a new Deduplication System will identify and eliminate duplicate voter registrations, ensuring a cleaner and more accurate National Voters\u2019 Register.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A major expansion will see the creation of 15,256 new polling stations, a move set to dramatically improve voter access and convenience by reducing travel distances and congestion on election day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThis budget is a blueprint for a better election. We are focusing on every phase, from preparing a clean register to facilitating smooth voting and delivering fast, trustworthy results,\u201d Kamugisha stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To enhance security and transparency, the commission will implement the new Biometric Voter Verification and Deduplication Systems to prevent fraud, alongside an upgraded results transmission system for faster, real-time tallying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Voter access and preparation will improve with 15,256 new polling stations, comprehensive voter guides, and well-trained officials receiving updated handbooks and increased pay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The entire process will be underpinned by strict statutory compliance, ensuring all legal requirements for publishing polling details are met for a lawful and credible election.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The budget also covers the production and distribution of all essential voter 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