The Electoral Commission on June 10, 2026, the opening day of nominations, successfully nominated three candidates for the Kalangala District Woman Representative by-election. This election follows the sad passing of Hellen Nakimuli, the area’s Woman MP.
The three candidates are Aidah Nabayiga of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), Irene Nampala of the National Unity Platform (NUP), and Flavia Nagawa, who is running as an independent. These nominations mark the official start of a competitive race for one of Kalangala’s most important political positions.
Julius Mucunguzi, the Electoral Commission’s Head of Media Relations, said the nomination process will run for two days and concludes today at the Kalangala District Headquarters. After the nominations are finalized, the Commission will release the official list of candidates and work with them to harmonize the campaign schedule.
The upcoming by-election is attracting keen interest from political observers, local leaders, and voters, as it will determine who will continue representing Kalangala in Parliament. Both the NRM and NUP are expected to run vigorous campaigns, while the independent candidate adds an extra layer of unpredictability to the race.
Kalangala voters are preparing to engage in the election process, with expectations that the contest will be closely watched across the country. Many hope the by-election will bring strong leadership and continued development to the district.
The Electoral Commission has assured the public that all procedures will be conducted transparently and fairly, with clear communication to candidates and their agents throughout the campaign period.
As the district awaits the start of the official campaigns, excitement and speculation are building about which candidate will emerge victorious and honor the legacy of the late Hellen Nakimuli.
