KICK CORRUPTION OUT OF UGANDA MAGAZINE

Uganda like other countries witnessed and is still experiencing cases of violence in the electoral processes. In Uganda, Elections have been marred by vote-buying and selling, the dominance of the ruling party (NRM) to retain power, lack of civic awareness and unlevelled ground for other political players that has had a bearing in accelerating violence in the communities of Uganda. This project on Engaging citizens in peaceful Elections was thus necessary and timely to this effect.

This magazine presents suggestions on several strategies recommended by KICK-U for engaging citizens in promoting fair and nonviolent elections. Government should intensify efforts to address insecurity in many parts of the country by apprehending the security organs that violate the rights of her citizens; enforce the law with regards to illegal activities such as vote-buying on election; ensure the independence of the Electoral Commission including financial independence to enable the Electoral Commission to budget and execute on time; establishing the Electoral Offenses and Political Parties Registration Commission to enhance the accountability.