Matooke Republic
Friday, July 11, 2025
  • Home
  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Gossip
  • Features
  • Business
  • Sports
  • Health
  • Photos
  • Relationships
Matooke Republic
  • Home
  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Gossip
  • Features
  • Business
  • Sports
  • Health
  • Photos
  • Relationships
No Result
View All Result
Matooke Republic
No Result
View All Result

How to Update Your Voter Information, Change Your Voting Location, and Register as a New Voter

Matooke Republic by Matooke Republic
February 5, 2025
in Featured Stories, News
Reading Time: 2 mins read
38
SHARES
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

With the deadline for the National Voters’ Register update exercise fast approaching on February 10, many Ugandans may still be uncertain about the processes involved.

Organized by the Electoral Commission (EC), this exercise, which began on January 20, provides an opportunity for both new and registered voters to verify and update their details to ensure they are eligible to vote in the 2026 General Elections. The exercise runs daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, including weekends.

For new voters, the process requires presenting a National Identification Number (NIN) to verify identity. Additionally, they must provide their parents’ NINs. If the parents are unavailable, proof of residency, such as a local council letter confirming the voter’s address, will be required.

RELATED POSTS

Supreme Court acquits landlord who had been serving a 10-year sentence for raping tenant’s maid in Kyebando

NUP to miss out on Shs7.5 billion each political party is supposed to receive from government — Here’s Why

For registered voters wishing to confirm that their information is accurately recorded, the EC offers an easy-to-use online service. By visiting the EC website and entering their NIN, voters can check their details.

For those unable to access the website, the Voter Register will also be displayed at each polling station update center in the respective Parish. Given that internet access remains limited for many Ugandans, this alternative ensures broad access to the update process.

In the event that errors are found in their information, voters should inform the registration officer, who will make the necessary corrections after reviewing the supporting documents provided.

The EC has clarified that registered voters can only correct minor errors, such as spelling mistakes, gender discrepancies, or mismatched photos. However, changes to a voter’s age, date of birth, or the addition of new names are not allowed.

One of the more complex elements of the update is applying for a transfer of voting location. Voters requesting a transfer may need to visit their previous voting station, provide details of their former location, and submit additional documentation, such as a local council letter verifying their origin in the area.

When applying for a transfer, voters must also provide proof of residency in the new voting area, which can be validated by local residents and leaders. Voters wishing to transfer their voting location must be physically present at any of the update centers where registration kits are available.

The deadline is fast approaching, so voters are encouraged to act quickly to ensure their details are up-to-date before the February 10 cut-off.

Related

Tags: Electoral CommissionElectoral Commission Roadmap 2026National Voters’ Register update
Share15Tweet10Send
Matooke Republic

Matooke Republic

Freshly peeled info from area code 256

Related Posts

President Yoweri Museveni chairing a meeting with IPOD members earlier this week.

NUP to miss out on Shs7.5 billion each political party is supposed to receive from government — Here’s Why

by Matooke Republic
17 hours ago

...

Julius Mucunguzi, spokesperson for the Electoral Commission.

Youth elect parish committees in nationwide polls

by Matooke Republic
3 days ago

...

Electoral Commission announces nomination dates for Parish Special Interest Group Committees

by Matooke Republic
2 weeks ago

...

Electoral Commission applauds peaceful turnout in village-level Special Interest Groups elections

by Matooke Republic
3 weeks ago

...

Justice Byabakama Mugenyi Simon, the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission.

Byabakama warns against violence ahead of youth elections

by Matooke Republic
3 weeks ago

...

Next Post
National Unity Platform lawyer Samuel Muyizzi Mulindwa and Former LoP Mathias Mpuuga.

NUP lawyer Muyizzi to challenge Mpuuga for Nyendo-Mukungwe parliamentary seat as former NUP member faces growing rift ahead of 2026 elections

Panic in Masaka as ‘bijambiya’ letters are dropped again!

RECOMMENDED

Isaiah Katumwa addressing members of the press.

Johnnie Walker Green Label to Celebrate Jazz Icon Isaiah Katumwa’s 30-Year Musical Journey

July 10, 2025

Pearl Tower One: Meera Investments unveils Kampala’s landmark Grade-A office building

July 10, 2025
  • 643 Followers
  • 23.9k Followers

MOST VIEWED

  • Here is how to use NIRA’s new online portal to register or renew your national ID

    3912 shares
    Share 1565 Tweet 978
  • DNA test confirms late MP Ssegirinya was father to only 4 of 9 children presented after his death

    96 shares
    Share 38 Tweet 24
  • Kampala University proprietor Prof Kateregga’s wife rejects DNA results indicating one of three children is not his, demands fresh test in the United States

    93 shares
    Share 37 Tweet 23
  • Properties owned by late billionaire Aponye at risk of auction over Shs15 billion loan arrears

    77 shares
    Share 31 Tweet 19
  • Pastor Bugingo’s daughter Doreen Gift awarded scholarship to Arizona State University in the US

    61 shares
    Share 24 Tweet 15
Matooke Republic

Uganda's only free Newspaper. Out every Thursday. Freshly peeled info. kiwatule, Kampala, Uganda.

  • Home
  • News
  • Entertainment
  • Gossip
  • Features
  • Business
  • Sports
  • Health
  • Photos

© Matooke Republic 2024

© Matooke Republic 2024

This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.