KAMPALA- The National Resistance Movement has officially unveiled its political and electoral roadmap for the 2025–2026 election cycle, laying out a comprehensive plan that will guide the Party’s internal democratic processes at all levels across the country.
The announcement was made today at a press conference held at the NRM Secretariat headquarters in Kampala, where the Party’s Secretary-General, Hon Richard Todwong, flanked by members of the NRM Secretariat’s top leadership, presented the roadmap to the public and media.
Hon Todwong emphasized the strategic importance of this electoral program, particularly as it kicks off with the expression of interest and nomination of candidates for the party structure elections at the village level and for the position of LC1 Chairperson which are scheduled to commence next week, on April 24th 2025.
He said that the roadmap will later include similar processes for parish, sub-county, county and district levels, before culminating in national-level selections and provisions have been made to ensure inclusivity, transparency and mass participation, especially of youth, women and people with disabilities.
The NRM Secretary-General reaffirmed the party commitment to internal democracy and inclusivity, stating that the roadmap will ensure that all party structures are fully constituted ahead of the national Electoral Commission’s own roadmap for the 2026 General Elections.
“This is a very important milestone for the Party as we prepare for the upcoming general elections,” Todwong said, added, “We call upon all our Party members and leaders to be very observant of the timelines and dates for all proposed activities. Discipline, order, and inclusiveness will guide our process.”
He also urged regional and district secretariat leaders to mobilize grassroots structures and ensure that no eligible member is left out of the process.
Hon Todwong warned against complacency and called on all stakeholders to work in unity to deliver a credible and peaceful internal electoral process.
“Our strength lies in our structures, and how well we prepare at the grassroots will determine our performance in the national elections. Let us be vigilant and proactive in ensuring that our roadmap is executed smoothly,” he added.
The release of the roadmap signals the beginning of a vibrant political season within the NRM and is expected to activate political activities across all corners of the country, from village meetings to national policy debates.
With the roadmap now in the public domain, the NRM Secretariat is expected to intensify preparations including logistical arrangements, training of returning officers, and public sensitization campaigns to ensure an inclusive, transparent and peaceful electoral process.
