Government MDAs, Private Sector Heads Assure Investors and Ugandans of Smooth Operations during Elections; Call For Responsible Journalism and Civic Engagement

As the country heads to the polls on Thursday, 15 January 2026, all Government MDAs will remain operating smoothly during and after the general elections.

This was disclosed by the Head of the State House Investors Protection Unit (SHIPU), Col. Edith Nakalema, on 12th January, 2026, during a pre-election media briefing with heads of government agencies, held at SHIPU offices in Kampala.

While speaking in Kampala, Col. Nakalema noted that with the influence of the media, government agencies have been able to achieve considerable mileage, and they are still looking up to the fourth estate to counter speculation that the upcoming elections will adversely disrupt service delivery.

Meanwhile, the Dean of heads of government agencies and Executive Director of the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), Dr. Barirega Akankwasah, also reiterated Col. Nakalema’s assurance that business will continue running as usual during and after elections.

“Elections are a vital pillar of democracy, and every eligible citizen has a constitutional right to take part in the exercise, but through peaceful and lawful means,” he said.

“We shall remain fully operational and committed to serving Ugandans during this period and beyond. Service delivery does not stop during elections.”

Dr. Akankwasah also called on Ugandans to maintain peace and stability during the election period.

“Stability is key in Uganda’s development. Elections come and go, but Uganda remains.”

At the same media briefing, the Executive Director of Mulago National Referral Hospital, Dr. Rosemary Byanyima,also noted that the health facility will as well remain open throughout during and after elections.

“We handle emergencies, referrals and specialised treatment,” she said.

“We have key programs after elections. We have lined up 8 patients for transplants immediately after elections.”

Mr. Ezra Muhumuza, Executive Director of Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) said, save for the days that have been gazetted by H.E the President as public holidays to facilitate the election period (15-16th January), all industries shall remain open.

He explained that as manufacturers, they don't want to cause disruptions in the country’s economy.

“We don't want to cause disruptions in the income streams of Ugandans and we want to ensure that suppliers don't get economic breakdowns,” he said.

“We are not going to close any of the factories since we don't want to create scarcity. We assure the entire country that the supply of goods is going to remain constant.”

Mr. Edward Katende, Executive Director of Uganda Development Forum implored citizens not to mismanage Uganda’s current economic success by fueling mayhem in the elections period. 




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